Yearender: Top Issues That Made Headlines In 2024
By: EjazUlHaqBhat
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As 2024 is coming to an end, let's recall the issues that made global headlines
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Iran and Israel conflict was one of the major issues that made global headlines after two nations engaged in tit-for-tat attacks since April this year
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Heatwave was also a significant issue. This summer, India also witnessed more frequent heatwaves, which have had devastating impact on human health ad the environment
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In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the misuse of deepfakes significantly complicated the battle against misinformation
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A deepfake video featuring actors Aamir Khan and Ranveer Singh purportedly endorsing a particular political party went viral during the elections
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Massive protests in Bangladesh in August over job quotas turned violent and eventually led to the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina
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The rape and murder of a young trainee doctor at Kolkata's R. G. Kar Medical College and Hospital was another significant issue that made headlines
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The sharp escalation of the diplomatic row between India and Canada in October this year was also a major headline
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Syria also witnessed the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad after rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham stormed the capital city of Damascus on December 08
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