UN Security Council Removes Sanctions on Syria's President
The UN Security Council lifted sanctions against Syrian President Ahmed al�'Sharaa and Interior Minister Anas Khattab under a US-drafted resolution approved by 14 members, with China abstaining.
According to the resolution, the asset freezes and travel bans imposed on the two officials were removed as part of a broader recalibration of Syria's international standing following the collapse of the previous regime.
Armless Archer Sheetal Devi Qualifies for Her First International Able-Bodied Event
Sheetal Devi sealed her spot in the Indian junior team for Asia Cup 2025 Stage 3 to be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from December 10 to 15, breaking new ground once more. It would be the first time that the newly-crowned Para Archery World Champion would be playing in an able-bodied tournament.
The Sansad Khel Mahotsav 2025-East Delhi, a flagship initiative to promote local sporting talent and physical fitness, was inaugurated at the East Vinod Nagar Sports Complex. Harsh Malhotra, Union Minister of State for Corporate Affairs and Road, Transport & Highways, graced the occasion as the chief guest alongside Ravinder Singh Negi, MLA Patparganj and other officials.
Harsh Malhotra underscored that the Sansad Khel Mahotsav aims not only to promote sports and fitness but also to identify and nurture genuine talent, guiding the youth towards building a stronger nation.
The Sansad Khel Mahotsav features 11 competitions across various disciplines, including athletics, kabaddi, kho-kho, volleyball, wrestling, football, and other sports, ensuring participation for boys and girls across different age categories.
KSLU Confers Honorary Doctorate on AP Governor Abdul Nazeer
In a moment of academic distinction and public recognition, Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws by the Karnataka State Law University (KSLU) during its seventh convocation held in Dharwad. The ceremony celebrated Nazeer's contributions to the legal field and public service.
The event was presided over by Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, who serves as the Chancellor of KSLU. Presenting the honorary degree to Abdul Nazeer, Gehlot highlighted the university's tradition of recognising individuals who have made notable contributions to law, justice, and governance.
Every year on November 9, National Legal Services Day is marked to mark the beginning of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, which went into effect on that date in 1995.
On October 11, 1987, the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987 was enacted, while the act took effect on November 9, 1995. The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) was constituted under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 on December 5, 1995, to provide free Legal Services to the weaker sections of the society and to organize Lok Adalats for amicable settlement of disputes.
The National Legal Services Day 2025 theme is 'Justice for All: Through the Lens of Legal Aid'.
Bar Council of India Approves Kerala's Proposal to Reserve Seats for Trans Students
The Bar Council of India (BCI) granted interim approval to the Kerala government's proposal to create two supernumerary seats for transgender students in all law colleges across the state. The move is being hailed as a significant step towards inclusivity in legal education.
The approval follows a directive from the Kerala High Court on October 24, which had asked the BCI to consider and approve the government's request.
The Kerala government had submitted its proposal in August seeking permission to introduce additional seats under the transgender category in both three-year and five-year LLB programmes.
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