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Unforgottable Moments (2023)

29-12

2023
COVID-19 is a respiratory illness caused by a new strain of coronavirus that first appeared in late 2019. It has sparked a global pandemic that has affected millions of people and disrupted many aspects of daily life. As of December 30, 2023, there have been over 300 million confirmed cases and 6 million deaths worldwide. The virus has continued to mutate over time, producing new variants, some of the most notable of which are Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, Omicron, and JN.

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27-12

2023
Vijayakanth, a well-known actor and politician in Tamil Nadu, passed away on December 28, 2023, at the age of 71. He had been suffering from pneumonia and COVID-19 complications. He was the founder and leader of the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) party and a former leader of the opposition in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. He was also a successful and influential actor in the Tamil film industry, having acted in over 150 films. He was fondly known as “Captain” among his fans and colleagues. He received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to both cinema and politics, including the Kalaimamani award in 2001. He leaves behind his wife Premalatha and two sons, Prabhakaran and Shanmugapandian. His funeral was held on December 29, 2023, with full state honors. Many celebrities, politicians, and people from different walks of life paid their respects and tributes to him. He will be remembered as a charismatic and brave leader and a versatile and talented actor.

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17-12

2023
Jonathan Majors is an actor who was found guilty of assault and harassment of his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari in December 2023. He was accused of slapping, choking, and breaking her finger during a domestic dispute in March 2023. He denied the charges and claimed that he was the victim of her attack. He faced up to a year in prison if convicted on all counts, but he was acquitted of two charges. His trial attracted a lot of media attention and affected his career and reputation.

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12-12

2023
On December 13, 2023, a shocking security breach occurred in the Indian parliament. Two intruders broke into the Lok Sabha chamber from the public gallery and released yellow smoke while shouting slogans. Additionally, two other individuals were arrested outside the parliament for similar activities. The intruders are members of an online forum that advocates for youth empowerment, but their motive for this incident is still unclear. The incident led to protests and suspensions of opposition MPs, as well as a security review of the parliament complex.

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04-12

2023
Cyclone Michaung is a severe cyclonic storm that formed over the Bay of Bengal in late November 2023. It is expected to hit Andhra Pradesh on December 5, 2023, with wind speeds of up to 110 kmph. The cyclone has caused heavy rainfall, strong winds, and rough seas along the eastern coast of India, affecting Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha. Myanmar named the cyclone Michaung, which means strength and resilience. This is the fourth cyclone in the Bay of Bengal and the sixth in the Indian Ocean in 2023.

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11-11

2023
The Uttarakhand tunnel rescue was an extraordinary operation that saved 41 workers who were trapped in a collapsed tunnel for 17 days. The workers were working on a road project in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand when a landslide caused a section of the tunnel to cave in on 12 November 2023. The rescue team faced many challenges, such as the complex geology, the narrow space, and the risk of further collapse. They used various methods, such as excavators, drills, and manual mining, to reach the workers and provide them with oxygen, food, and water. They also sought help from experts from Australia and local "rat-hole" miners. On 28 November 2023, the rescue team finally managed to break through the last layer of rock and pull out the workers one by one through a pipe. The workers were taken to a hospital for medical check-ups, but none of them were seriously injured. The rescue was hailed as a miracle and a testament to the courage and resilience of the workers and the rescuers.

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04-11

2023
Deepfake AI is a technology that uses artificial intelligence to create realistic videos or images of people by manipulating their appearance or voice. Recently, popular Indian actress Rashmika Mandanna became a victim of a deepfake video in which her face was swapped with another person's in a viral clip. She expressed concern and hurt over the misuse of technology and the potential harm it could cause to her and others. The video also sparked a debate over the need for legal regulation and ethical use of deepfake AI.

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04-11

2023
Two major issues arose during the football matches between Argentina and Brazil in 2023. The first occurred on September 5, 2023, during the World Cup qualifier in Sao Paulo. The game was suspended after Brazilian health officials interrupted the match to deport four Argentine players who allegedly breached quarantine rules. The second issue happened on November 21, 2023, during the World Cup qualifier in Rio de Janeiro. The match was delayed by half an hour after crowd violence broke out in the stands during the national anthems. Argentina won both games, 1-0 and 6-0, respectively.

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06-10

2023
The Israel-Hamas War of 2023 was a violent conflict that started on October 7, 2023, when Hamas and other Palestinian militant groups launched a surprise attack on Israel from the Gaza Strip. The attack killed more than 1,200 people, mostly Israeli civilians, and took more than 200 hostages. Israel responded with air strikes and ground operations in Gaza, aiming to destroy the militants’ infrastructure and capabilities. The war lasted for more than two months, with several attempts at mediation and cease-fire. The war ended on December 19, 2023, with a UN-brokered agreement that included the release of the hostages, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, the lifting of the blockade on Gaza, and the establishment of a joint security mechanism to prevent future attacks. The war caused widespread destruction, displacement, and suffering on both sides, as well as international condemnation and humanitarian crisis

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06-10

2023
India won both the men's and women's kabaddi titles at Asian Games 2023. The Indian men's kabaddi team beat Iran in the final to win the gold medal while the Indian women defeated Chinese Taipei to reclaim the crown. The Indian kabaddi team, both men and women, were in Group A of its respective events

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04-10

2023
The 13th edition of the ICC World Cup 2023 was held in India from 5th October to 19th November 2023. Australia won the tournament for the sixth time by defeating India in the final with six wickets. Virat Kohli was awarded as the player of the tournament and he also became the leading run-scorer while Mohammed Shami was the leading wicket-taker. The upcoming edition of the tournament will take place in 2027 in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.

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09-09

2023
he 2023 G20 New Delhi summit was the eighteenth meeting of the leaders of the Group of Twenty, a forum of major economies. It was held on September 9-10, 2023, at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, India. It was the first G20 summit hosted by India, and the theme was “One Earth, One Family, One Future”. The summit discussed various global issues, such as green development, climate finance, inclusive growth, sustainable development goals, technological transformation, multilateral institutions, and women-led development. The summit also adopted a G20 Leaders’ Declaration, which reflected the priorities and commitments of the G20 members and invited guests

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07-09

2023
On September 8, 2023, a severe earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8 occurred near the town of Oukaïmedene in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco. The earthquake caused widespread damage and resulted in the deaths of over 2,900 people while injuring 5,500 more. The historic buildings in Marrakesh were also significantly damaged. The earthquake affected millions of people in the region and was felt in neighboring countries as well. It was the strongest and deadliest earthquake in Morocco since 1960.

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31-08

2023
Tensions between Canada and India have been high since September 2023, the allegation by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that Indian government agents were involved in the killing of a Canadian citizen, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was a Sikh separatist leader. India has denied the allegation and accused Canada of providing safe havens to anti-India extremists. This has led to a diplomatic spat, with both countries expelling diplomats and suspending visa services. The issue has also strained the trade and cultural ties between the two countries, which have a large Indian diaspora.

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16-08

2023
Donald Trump was arrested in 2023 on multiple charges related to his attempts to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia and New York. He was booked at the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta, Georgia, where his mugshot was taken and released to the public. He pleaded not guilty to all counts and claimed that the cases were politically motivated

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05-08

2023
Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk are two of the most influential and controversial figures in the tech industry. They have been involved in a long-running feud over various topics, such as artificial intelligence, social media, and space exploration. They have also challenged each other to a cage fight, which has generated a lot of media attention and speculation. However, the fight seems unlikely to happen, as Zuckerberg has accused Musk of not being serious and has said he wants to focus on competing with people who take the sport seriously.

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17-07

2023
The Titan submersible implosion was a tragic accident that occurred on June 18, 2023, when a deep-sea vessel operated by OceanGate imploded while diving to the Titanic wreck, killing all five people on board. The submersible, named Titan, was designed to withstand the immense pressure of the ocean depths, but it failed to do so and collapsed inward at a very high speed. The cause of the implosion is still under investigation, but some experts have raised questions about the safety and reliability of the submersible’s carbon fibre hull. The incident sparked a massive search and rescue operation, involving several countries and agencies, but no survivors were found. The debris of the submersible was located near the Titanic wreck, confirming the fate of the vessel and its occupants

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13-07

2023
Chandrayaan-3 is India's third lunar mission, which was launched in 14 July 2023. It is comprised of a lander and a rover that successfully landed near the south pole of the Moon on August 23, 2023. This mission is the first of its kind to explore the southern region of the Moon, which is believed to contain water ice and other valuable resources. The lander and rover are designed to conduct various scientific experiments and operate for a period of 14 days.

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12-07

2023
The rebranding of the social media platform Twitter as X in July 2023. The rebranding was initiated by Elon Musk, who acquired Twitter in October 2022 and became its owner and executive chairman. The new name and logo, a white X on a black background, were announced by the new CEO Linda Yaccarino, who replaced Musk in June 2023. The company claimed that the rebranding was part of its vision to become an “everything app” that offers various services such as messaging, payments, banking, and AI-powered interactivity

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10-07

2023
Oppenheimer is a film written and directed by Christopher Nolan. It stars Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer, the American physicist who led the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. The film was released in July 2023 and received critical acclaim for its screenplay, score, visuals, and cast performances. Its simultaneous release with Warner Bros.'s Barbie led to the Barbenheimer cultural phenomenon, which encouraged audiences to see both films as a double feature. The film grossed over $955 million worldwide, becoming the third-highest-grossing film of 2023, the highest-grossing World War II-related film, the highest-grossing biographical film, and the second-highest-grossing R-rated film. Oppenheimer garnered numerous accolades, including five Golden Globe Awards, and was named one of the top-ten films of 2023 by the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute.

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06-07

2023
In 2023, Swift released her biggest re-recorded records yet after announcing both of them while on the Eras Tour. "Speak Now (Taylor's Version)" was re-released on July 7 and was announced on May 5 at a Nashville show of the Eras Tour

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05-07

2023
Meta Launch Threads is a new text-based app that was launched by Meta in July 2023 to compete with Twitter. It enables users to create and join conversations with up to 500 characters, links, photos, and videos. Users can sign up for Threads using their Instagram accounts and access it on both mobile and web. Threads has gained over 10 million sign-ups within seven hours of its launch, including many celebrities. However, it faced some regulatory challenges in the European Union, where it was delayed for five months due to privacy concerns. Threads was eventually launched in the EU in December 2023, with the option for users to use it without a profile.

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30-06

2023
According to the most recent data from the United Nations, India is expected to become the world's most populous nation by 2023, surpassing China. The UN predicts that on July 1, 2023, India's population will reach 1.428 billion, while China's population will be 1.426 billion at the same time. India's population growth rate is higher than China's due to factors such as higher fertility, lower mortality, and a younger age structure.

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30-06

2023
Delhi flood 2023 refers to the severe flooding that occurred in the capital city of India in July 2023, due to heavy rainfall and the overflow of the Yamuna river. The flood was the worst in 45 years and affected millions of people, causing deaths, injuries, evacuations, and damage to infrastructure and property.

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25-06

2023
The Serbian Dancing Lady is an urban legend that went viral and features a mysterious woman who dances in the streets of Serbia at night while holding a knife and threatening anyone who sees her. The legend is based on a video that was recorded in 1998, and was later resurfaced on TikTok in 2019. The video shows a woman wearing traditional clothes, swaying her hips under the moonlight, while scary music plays in the background. Since the video went viral, it has sparked many theories and debates about the woman's identity, motive, and whether the legend is real or not. Some people claim that she is a mentally ill person, a demon, or that the video is a hoax. Others have made jokes and memes about her.

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04-06

2023
Apple Vision Pro is a mixed reality headset that was announced by Apple in June 2023. It is designed to be a spatial computer that allows users to interact with digital content in a three-dimensional way. The headset features a sleek design, high-resolution displays, eye and hand tracking, spatial audio, and a dual-chip system. Apple plans to launch the headset in the U.S. in early 2024, with plans to launch it in other countries at a later date.

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01-06

2023
On June 2, 2023, there was a collision of three trains in the Balasore district of Odisha, India. The Coromandel Express mistakenly entered a passing loop instead of the main line and crashed into a goods train. The accident led to the death of almost 300 people and caused injuries to over 1,200.

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27-05

2023
The new parliament building of India was inaugurated on 28 May 2023 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It is a triangular-shaped structure that can accommodate 1,272 members of parliament in its two chambers. It is part of the Central Vista Redevelopment Project, which aims to revamp the government buildings and public spaces in New Delhi

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22-05

2023
The 2000 rupee notes have not been demonetized, which means they are still legal tender. However, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to withdraw them from circulation, so you will no longer receive them as change from banks or ATMs. The RBI has set a deadline of September 30, 2023, for the public to deposit or exchange their 2000 rupee notes at any bank branch or RBI office. The reason behind this decision is to implement a clean note policy and reduce the circulation of high-value notes.

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04-05

2023
The Kerala Story is a Hindi film that was released on May 5, 2023. It is based on the theme of religious conversion and radicalisation of women in Kerala, a state in India. The film has sparked a lot of controversy and criticism, as it reportedly claimed that 32,000 women in Kerala were converted to Islam and many were taken to ISIS-ruled Syria. The film’s makers have defended their claim as based on true events and research, but many fact-checkers, politicians, and critics have challenged its accuracy and accused it of promoting Islamophobia and hate speech. The film has also faced legal hurdles and protests in some states

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02-05

2023
The 2023 Manipur violence refers to a series of ethnic clashes that occurred between the Meitei and Kuki communities in the northeastern Indian state of Manipur. The violence began in May 2023 over the demand by the Meitei community for a Scheduled Tribe status, which was opposed by the Kuki community. The violence has caused hundreds of deaths, injuries, displacements, and damages to houses and religious structures. The ongoing violence has also raised concerns about the security, stability, and development of the region.

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01-05

2023
Kohli and Gambir had a heated exchange after RCB defeated LSG in an IPL 2023 match. The clash was reportedly triggered by an earlier incident involving Naveen-ul-Haq, who had an altercation with Kohli. The two captains have a history of on-field arguments and this was the latest episode of their rivalry

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01-05

2023
The writers strike of 2023 was a major labor dispute between the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). The strike lasted from May 2 to September 27, 2023, and affected the production and release of many films and TV shows. The main issues in the strike were the residuals from streaming media, the size and stability of writers’ rooms, and the use of artificial intelligence in the writing process. The strike ended with a new three-year contract that gave writers more compensation, transparency, and protection.

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30-04

2023
Imran Khan’s arrest and Nawaz Sharif’s return were two major political events that happened in Pakistan in 2023. They had a significant impact on the country’s political situation and the upcoming general elections. These events have created a lot of uncertainty and tension in Pakistan, as the country prepares for the general elections on February 8, 2024. The outcome of the elections will determine the future of Pakistan’s democracy and stability. Imran Khan’s was arrested by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on charges of corruption in May 2023, sparking protests and clashes between his supporters and the police. Nawaz Sharif, the former prime minister and the leader of the Pakistan Muslim League - Nawaz (PML-N), returned to Pakistan from London in October 2023, after three years of exile. He was welcomed by a massive crowd of his supporters and declared his intention to contest the elections and restore democracy in Pakistan.

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30-04

2023
Globally, 2023 is expected to have been the planet's hottest year on record, driven by carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere that are at their highest for at least 2m years and the return of the Pacific Ocean phenomenon known as El Niño.

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01-04

2023
The Kerala train fire issue refers to a tragic incident that occurred on April 2, 2023, when a man set fire to a coach of the Alappuzha-Kannur Express near Elathur railway station in Kozhikode district, Kerala. The incident resulted in the death of three passengers, including a child, and nine passengers sustained burn injuries. The suspect escaped and is still at large. The police are investigating the motive and the possible terror angle of the attack. A special investigation team has been formed to probe the case

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31-03

2023
ongoing demonstration by some of India’s top wrestlers against the president of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who is also a BJP MP. The protesters accuse him of sexually harassing female wrestlers, including a minor, and demand his arrest and removal from the WFI. The protest started in April 2023 at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi and has faced several challenges from the police and the government. The protesters include Olympic medalists like Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Bajrang Punia

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31-03

2023
ChatGPT is a popular artificial intelligence chatbot that can generate various types of content in response to text prompts. It was launched in November 2022 by OpenAI, a private company backed by Microsoft. ChatGPT has experienced an unprecedented growth in its user base, reaching 100 million monthly active users (MAU) by January 2023. This is faster than any other consumer internet app in history, such as TikTok or Instagram. ChatGPT is expected to continue growing in 2023, with an estimated 173 million MAU by April 2023

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30-03

2023
The Indian Premier League 2023 was the 16th season of the popular Twenty20 cricket league in India. It was organised by the Board of Control for Cricket in India and sponsored by Tata. The league featured 10 teams and 74 matches, with Chennai Super Kings winning their fifth title by defeating Gujarat Titans in the final.

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22-03

2023
A court in Gujarat's Surat city, on Thursday, convicted Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in a criminal defamation case against him over his alleged 'Modi surname' remark. He has been sentenced to two years in jail by the court. Rahul Gandhi has been convicted under IPC Section 500

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12-03

2023
Elephant whisperers is the title of a documentary film that won the Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film in 2023. At the 95th Academy Awards this year, one of the winners from India was a documentary film called, The Elephant Whisperers. The documentary is based on Bomman and Bellie, who raised orphaned elephant calves in Tamil Nadu. Following the win, they traveled to Mumbai to meet the press and show off their Oscars.

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11-03

2023
RRR is a Telugu-language epic action drama film that won the Oscar for Best Original Song in 2023. The song, Naatu Naatu, composed by MM Keeravani and sung by Kaala Bhairava and Ananya Bhat, was praised for its catchy tempo and choreography. It was the first Indian film song to win an Oscar, beating other nominees like Lady Gaga and Rihanna

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11-03

2023
Seema and Sachin are a cross-border couple who met online through a mobile game called PUBG in 2019. They fell in love and got married in Nepal in March 2023. Seema, who is from Pakistan, entered India illegally with her four children to live with Sachin, who is from India, in Greater Noida. Their love story has attracted a lot of media attention and controversy, as they face legal and social challenges

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03-03

2023
Roel Degamo was the governor of Negros Oriental, a province in the Philippines. He was assassinated on March 4, 2023, by a group of former military personnel who stormed his residence in Pamplona. He was attending an event for the beneficiaries of a social welfare program when the attack happened. He died from multiple gunshot wounds at a nearby hospital.

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05-02

2023
There was a devastating earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria on 6 February 2023. It had a magnitude of 7.8 and caused widespread damage and tens of thousands of fatalities. It was followed by a 7.7 aftershock and many smaller ones. The earthquake was caused by the movement of the Arabian and Anatolian plates along the Dead Sea Transform fault. It was the deadliest earthquake in the region in centuries

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31-01

2023
The Saudi International is a golf tournament that is part of the Asian Tour. It was held in February 2023 at the Royal Greens Golf and Country Club in Saudi Arabia. The winner was Abraham Ancer, who beat Cameron Young by two shots

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27-01

2023
China spy balloon america is a phrase that refers to an incident that occurred in early 2023, when a high-altitude balloon originating from China flew across the airspace of the United States and Canada. The balloon was suspected of carrying surveillance equipment and transmitting data to China in real time. The U.S. Air Force shot down the balloon over the Atlantic Ocean, and the FBI recovered the debris for analysis. The incident sparked a diplomatic row between the U.S. and China, and raised concerns about China’s use of spy devices around the world

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14-01

2023
Nepal flight crash 2023 refers to a tragic incident that occurred on 15 January 2023, when a Yeti Airlines plane carrying 68 passengers and four crew members crashed while landing at Pokhara, Nepal. The crash killed all 72 people on board and was the worst aviation accident in Nepal since 1992. The cause of the crash was determined to be pilot error, as the pilots accidentally cut the power and caused the plane to stall

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