Crooked Bough News Round-up

— How living legacy of Qingming captures global hearts

 

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People pay tribute to martyrs in Hengyang, central China's Hunan Province, April 2, 2025. People across the country attend tomb-sweeping activities to pay tribute to martyrs ahead of the Qingming Festival, which falls on April 4 this year. (Photo by Cao Zhengping/Xinhua)TIANJIN, April 3 (Xinhua) -- For Malaysian Chinese Goh Ee Xuan, Qingming Festival

— (SP)EGYPT-CAIRO-FOOTBALL-CAF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE-QUARTERFINALS

 

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(250402) -- CAIRO, April 2, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Yasir Mozamil (top) of Al-Hilal competes during during the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Champions League quarterfinals football match between Al Ahly of Egypt and Al-Hilal of Sudan in Cairo, Egypt, on April 1, 2025. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa)

— European Parliament approves aid package for Egypt, Jordan

 

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BRUSSELS, 1st April, 2025 (WAM) -- Members of the European Parliament have approved two proposals to provide Egypt and Jordan with loans worth 4 billion and 500 million, respectively.The Parliament adopted the macro-financial assistance to Egypt with 452 votes in favour, 182 against and 40 abstentions. The proposal for Jordan was passed with 571 votes in favour, 59 against and 46 abstentions.The European

— Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan extends Eid-ul-Fitr greetings, calls for inclusive celebrations

 

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Patna (Bihar) India [India], March 31 (ANI): Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan greeted citizens on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, emphasizing the importance of unity and shared celebrations among communities.Speaking to ANI on the occasion, the Governor said, 'I congratulate everyone... I hope everyone celebrates every festival together just like Eid.' Earlier in the day, he took to the social media platfor

— "Hope your day is full of hugs, biryani": Shah Rukh Khan extends Eid greetings to his fans

 

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 31 (ANI): This Eid, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan skipped greeting his fans from the balcony of Mannat, but he made sure to extend his 'E-festive' wishes to them.Taking to X, Shah Rukh penned a love-filled note, spreading festive cheer among his fans on the special occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr. 'Eid Mubarak... With gratitude in my heart and duas for one and all!! Hope y

— Eight bodies of 9 missing Red Cross medics found in Gaza

 

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GENEVA,.Switzerland - The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) has expressed profound outrage following the deaths of eight medics from the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) who were killed while on duty in Gaza.The medics had been missing since March 23 after coming under heavy fire in the Al-Hashashin area of Rafah.Their bodies were recovered on Sunday after access to the area

— Eid: Aamir Khan shares warm hug with sons Junaid, Azad

 

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 31 (ANI): No celebration is complete without your loved ones. As it's Eid today, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan spent some quality time with his family members. He also stepped out of his residence with his sons Junaid and Azad to extend festive greetings to his fans and media. In the visuals captured by the paps, Aamir can also be seen sharing a warm hug with Junaid an

— Saif, Kareena host Eid lunch for family, sister Saba Pataudi shares adorable pictures

 

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 31 (ANI): Bollywood couple Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan on Monday celebrated Eid in a fam-jam way. The duo hosted a special lunch for their loved ones at their residence. Giving a sneak peek into Pataudi's Eid celebrations, Saif's sister Saba took to Instagram and shared adorable pictures. Dressed in ethnic attire, the Patuadis looked extremely happy as they bo

— CFU extend Eid wishes, highlights ongoing persecution of Uyghurs by China

 

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Washington DC [US], March 31 (ANI): Campaign for Uyghurs (CFU) extended warm Eid Mubarak wishes to all Muslim brothers and sisters around the globe. According to CFU, the Eid festivities for the Uyghur population are overshadowed by the ongoing genocide and attack on Islam perpetrated by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).As Ramzan concluded, CFU underscored their perseverance in enduring severe religious oppress

— Bihar CM Nitish Kumar extends greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr

 

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Patna (Bihar) [India], March 31 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday extended greetings on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr to all the countrymen.'Chief Minister Shri Nitish Kumar offered Eid Mubarak and congratulations to all the Namazis, Muslim brothers and sisters, people of Bihar and the countrymen,' stated an official press release. The Chief Minister went to Gandhi Maidan in Patna to celebr

— Ministry of Culture launches 'Reading Ambassadors Initiative'

 

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Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 30 (ANI/WAM): To mark the conclusion of Reading Month 2025, the Ministry of Culture (MOC) concluded the National Reading Month 2025 with the launch of the Reading Ambassadors Initiative, in collaboration with the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and the Federal Youth Authority.This initiative aims to cultivate a culture of reading by identifying influential figures as mentors

— Israel demands Hamas leave Gaza

 

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West Jerusalem will ensure security in the enclave once the militant group goes, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel is ready to negotiate an end to the Gaza conflict if Hamas lays down arms and leaves the enclave, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared. The Jewish state and milita

— Chinese cars gain popularity in Egypt, driving market growth

 

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People view a Chinese car at a car dealership in Cairo, Egypt, March 28, 2025. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa)CAIRO, March 30 (Xinhua) -- Cruising through the bustling streets of Cairo in his sleek red Chinese-made sedan, Omar Mohamed exemplifies a growing trend in Egypt's automotive market -- the surging popularity of Chinese cars."I didn't hesitate to

— After success in KIPG 2025, son of vegetable vendor, Bihar's Jhandu Kumar eyes worlds, 2028 Paralympics

 

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New Delhi [India], March 30 (ANI): After stamping his authority in the recently concluded Khelo India Para Games (KIPG), Jhandu Kumar has set a new target for himself, qualifying for the 2028 Paralympics, an official statement from KIPG said.Jhandu, son of a vegetable vendor from Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's former assembly constituency Harnaut, won gold medal at the recently concluded KIPG. The po

— Hamas agrees to Egyptian proposal for hostage release, ceasefire

 

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Cairo [Egypt], March 30 (ANI): Hamas has accepted a new proposal put forward by Egypt to release five hostages, including American-Israeli Edan Alexander, in exchange for a renewed ceasefire, CNN reported, citing a Hamas source statement.The Egyptian proposal is similar to one presented earlier by US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. However, it is unclear whether this new proposal also includes the release of additi

— J-K: Security beefed up in Ramban for Navratri, Eid celebrations

 

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Ramban (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], March 29 (ANI): Authorities in the Ramban district have enhanced security measures given the upcoming Navratri and Eid-ul-Fitr festivals, with officials aiming to ensure a safe and peaceful environment for devotees and citizens.Speaking to ANI on Saturday, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ramban, Kulbir Singh, said Navaratri festival is starting from tomorrow and Eid fest

— China's EV advances drive new opportunities for Egypt's auto sector, industry leader says

 

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Workers are seen at a factory of Egypt's Geyushi Automotive Industry in Sharqia Province, Egypt, on March 10, 2025. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa) CAIRO, March 29 (Xinhua) -- China's rapid advancements in electric vehicles (EVs) are creating fresh opportunities for Egypt's automotive industry through deeper cooperation, Khaled Geyushi, vice chairman of Egypt's

— Indian Army's Mendher Battalion organises Iftar for civilian communities in Poonch

 

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Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], March 29 (ANI): The Mendher battalion of the Indian Army organised an Iftar for both Hindu and Muslim communities in Poonch, Jammu, and Kashmir. A large number of representatives from both communities joined the Iftar Party and thanked the Indian Army's Mendher Battalion for organising the event. Ramesh Chandra Bali, who represented the Hindu community at the Iftar part

— Russian tourists killed in Egypt submarine sinking

 

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A sightseeing submersible with 45 passengers onboard encountered distress 1km off the coast At least six Russian citizens have died in Egypt following the sinking of a tourist submarine, Russian officials have confirmed. The tragedy unfolded on Thursday morning in the resort city of Hurghada when a subm

— Six Russian Tourists Die as Submarine Sinks Near Egypts Hurghada

 

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Six Russian tourists lost their lives on Thursday when a submarine carrying passengers on an underwater excursion near Hurghada, Egypt, sank. According to local officials, the vessel, operated by Sindbad Submarines, was on a scheduled tour to observe coral reefs when it crashed approximately one kilometer from the shore around 10 a.m.The submarine had 45 passengers on board, including tourists from Russia, India

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