Dec 30, 2024, 06:35 PM IST
10 major global events that shaped 2024
The grand Ambani wedding was a major media event of 2024 that witnessed the presence of politicians and celebrities including Rihanna, Kim Kardashian and Nick Jonas among others.
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding
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History was made on December 12 when D Gukesh became the youngest world chess champion ever after defeating Ding Liren of China in the final game of their match.
Gukesh Dommaraju becomes youngest world chess champion
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Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt on July 13 while speaking at a campaign rally near Butler, Pennsylvania. While Trump narrowly escaped, an audience member was fatally shot.
Assassination attempt on Donald Trump
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Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was ousted from power on December 8 following a surprise offensive from rebel group HTS, marking a significant shift in the country's political landscape.
Ousting of Bashar-al-Assad
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Sheikh Hasina, former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, resigned and fled the country on August 5 after widespread protests and international pressure, following allegations of authoritarianism and human rights abuses.
Resignation and ousting of Sheikh Hasina
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The war between Israel-Palestine has not yet reached a ceasefire agreement as Palestinians displaced from southern Gaza try to return to their homes in the north, in central Gaza on April 15.
Israel-Palestine conflict
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Former One-Direction member Liam Payne died on October 16 after allegedly falling from his hotel room balcony in Argentina. His funeral was attended by his family and former One-Direction band mates.
Death and funeral of Liam Payne
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India achieved its first ICC trophy in 11 years by winning the 2024 T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa on June 29. Key performances from Jasprit Bumrah, Virat Kohli, and others contributed significantly.
Indian men's cricket team receives a grand welcome in Mumbai
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2024 was a year of magical concerts including that of Indian singer, Diljit Dosanjh, who collaborated with Ed Sheeran in Birmingham as part of his record making Dil-Luminati tour.