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Breaking News Highlights: Hello and welcome to Breaking News Live Blog. Please follow this space for all the breaking news and latest developments from India and around the world. On Thursday, the Election Commission of India is likely to visit Chhattisgarh for two days, reported PTI quoting sources. The Japanese government on Tuesday announced it will begin releasing nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the ocean on Thursday. Former US President Donald Trump is likely to turn in on Thursday in Georgia election case.
Election Commission To Visit Chhattisgarh
Gearing up its preparations for elections in five states this year, the Election Commission of India is likely to visit Chhattisgarh for two days starting Thursday, reported PTI quoting sources. The Commission, led by Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, is likely to visit Mizoram next, most likely at the end of this month, they said. It is usual for the Commission, comprising the CEC and two election commissioners, to visit poll-bound states before announcing the election schedule.
Japan To Release Nuclear Wastewater
The Japanese government on Tuesday announced that it will start releasing nuclear-contaminated wastewater from the crippled Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the ocean on Thursday, weather conditions permitting, reported IANS. Despite raging opposition both at home and abroad, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced the controversial decision following a ministerial meeting held on Tuesday morning, reports Xinhua news agency. Last month, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) also gave its final approval to the discharge, saying Japan's release plan met international standards.
Donald Trump To Turn In In Georgia Election Case
Former United States President Donald Trump said he will turn in on Thursday to a court in Georgia state to face charges of election interference, reported BBC. A judge in Atlanta who is overseeing the former president's case has set bail at $200,000 (£157,000). The agreement says Mr Trump can remain free pending trial so long as he does not attempt to threaten or intimidate witnesses.
BJP Delegation Moves NHRC Delhi Over Alleged 'Torture Of Woman' Home Guard By DIG & Wife
A delegation from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Odisha Vice President Lekhashree Samantsinghar, has taken action by approaching the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in Delhi. The delegation has raised concerns about the reported 'torture' of a woman Home Guard by a Deputy Inspector General (DIG) and his wife.
BJP delegation, led by Odisha Vice President Lekhashree Samantsinghar, moved NHRC Delhi over the 'torture' of a woman Home Guard reportedly by a DIG & his wife.
— ANI (@ANI) August 24, 2023
"The Commission assured us of a probe. A team will visit Odisha soon," says Samantsinghar. pic.twitter.com/ZAfJiTC7yV
'Didn't Go My Way...': Chess Prodigy R Praggnanandhaa Reflects On FIDE World Cup Runner-Up Finish
Indian chess grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa, who secured the runner-up position at the 2023 FIDE World Cup, shared his thoughts on his performance.
#WATCH | Baku, Azerbaijan | Indian chess grandmaster and 2023 FIDE World Cup runner-up R Praggnanandhaa says, "...Today, it didn't go my way but it's normal in sports...He (Magnus Carlsen) is the best player in the world and I still have to improve my Chess to be the best. That's… pic.twitter.com/7o5WJWc0PU
— ANI (@ANI) August 24, 2023
Delhi Declares Public Holidays From September 8-10 For G20 Summit
The Delhi Government has officially announced a public holiday from September 8 to September 10, in preparation for the forthcoming G20 Summit set to convene in the city.
Delhi Government issues notification for the Public Holiday on September 8, 9 and 10, in view of the G20 Summit scheduled to be held in Delhi. pic.twitter.com/r3hCgwcg5U
— ANI (@ANI) August 24, 2023
31-Year-Old Man Dies Of Electrocution During Religious Event in Mumbai's Mulund
A 31-year-old man died of electrocution while participating in a religious event at a temple in Mulund, Mumbai. The unfortunate incident unfolded during the religious gathering, resulting in his immediate hospitalization at Fortis Hospital. (ANI Input)
Mohit Mohindra Assumes Presidency Of Punjab Youth Congress
Mohit Mohindra today assumed the role of President of the Youth Congress in Punjab. Son of former minister and senior Congress leader Brahm Mohindra, Mohit took on his new responsibilities in the presence of top party figures Amrinder Singh Raja Warring and Partap Singh Bajwa, the party said in a statement.