The final leg of Mary's journey, from Tasmania to the Danish throne, received an unexpected catalyst on New Year's Eve with the surprise abdication announcement by Queen Margrethe II.
Kerala Leader of Opposition VD Satheesan on Tuesday slammed state Minister Saji Cheriyan for his remarks against Christian priests who attended an event with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Christmas. He said that Cheriyan's remarks were "abusive".
Lagarde posted, "A new year has begun - full of new challenges and opportunities. This year, the euro celebrates its 25th birthday. Now there's a reason to celebrate! So, with that, I wish you and your loved ones a happy new year, and a successful 2024".
The Kerala Catholic Bishops Council (KCBC) spokesperson, Fr Jacob Palackappilly, condemned Cheriyan's remarks, saying persons in high positions should refrain from making such statements.
As many as 200 police officers and home guard personnel have been additionally deployed to regulate traffic and law and order as a large number of tourists are expected to flock to Himachal Pradesh to celebrate the New Year, a top police official said.
Hitting out at Israel over the ongoing war with Hamas, which has claimed thousands of lives and displaced millions, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that the ongoing assaults are not just an attack on one community but on "humanity" as a whole.