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In an unexpected turn of events, Geert Wilders, a figure who stood by Nupur Sharma amidst her 'blasphemy' allegations, has achieved a significant victory in the Dutch Parliament elections. This development emerged on the 22nd of November as exit polls in the Netherlands indicated that Wilders' Party for Freedom, or Partij voor de Vrijheid (PVV), is poised to become the most influential party in the Dutch parliament.

In a disturbing development from Maharashtra, the state police have arrested 19-year-old Rihan Gulamnavi Rangrez for the alleged abduction of a minor girl from Pimpalgaon, located in Nashik district. This case, which has sent shockwaves throughout the region, involves accusations of blackmail, threats, and coerced sexual relations, painting a grim picture of the ordeal faced by the young victim.

In a significant development regarding India's educational curriculum, a high-level committee set up by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has put forward a series of recommendations for the school curriculum in social sciences. CI Issac, the chairperson of the committee, announced on Tuesday that they have proposed the inclusion of epic narratives like the Ramayana and Mahabharata in textbooks. Additionally, the committee has suggested that the Preamble of the Indian Constitution should be written on classroom walls.

In a chilling incident that has shaken the capital, Delhi Police have apprehended a 16-year-old boy on Wednesday morning, booking him for a horrific act of murder. The gruesome details, as narrated by the police, paint a harrowing picture of brutality in the city's Welcome neighborhood in northeast Delhi.

In Bihar, a deeply concerning situation has been reported involving the alleged targeting of Hindu girls by Christian missionaries, described as "Christian love jihad." This term, inherently controversial and loaded, is used to portray scenarios where young Hindu women are purportedly lured into relationships by Christian individuals, leading to forced marriages and subsequent conversions to Christianity. This phenomenon has reportedly become prevalent in the state, with multiple cases cited.

In a decisive move to combat terrorism, the administration of Jammu and Kashmir has taken stern action by terminating four government employees, including a doctor, a constable, and a teacher, on November 21. This action underscores the administration's commitment to ensuring safety and upholding law and order in the Union Territory. The employees were dismissed due to their alleged links to terrorist activities, marking a significant step in the region's ongoing efforts to counteract terrorism.

In a significant development that could impact the Indian edtech sector, Byju's, a leading educational technology company, is reportedly facing a challenging situation. According to recent reports, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a notice to Byju’s, demanding a substantial sum of Rs 9,000 crore. This notice is in relation to alleged violations of foreign funding laws, a serious matter that could have far-reaching implications for the company and the sector.

In a major development in the National Herald case, the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has taken a decisive step by issuing an order to provisionally attach properties. As per the release, these properties, with a combined worth of a colossal Rs. 751.9 Crore, are linked to a money-laundering investigation under the stringent Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. The entities targeted in this investigation are Associated Journals Limited (AJL) and Young Indian (YI).

In the latest development stirring the political landscape, controversial ‘activist’ Teesta Setalvad has directed her focus towards Hindu activist and BJP leader T Raja Singh, especially with the Telangana polls on the horizon. Setalvad, a figure marred by allegations of fabricating evidence in cases linked to the 2002 Gujarat riots, is now pivoting her attention to the electoral domain.