Nihon Hidankyo awarded 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for nuclear disarmament efforts
Stockholm: The Norwegian Nobel Committee has awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organization representing survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, for its relentless efforts to advocate for a world free of nuclear weapons.
Formed in 1956, Nihon Hidankyo is the largest and most influential organization of atomic bomb survivors in Japan. The group has worked tirelessly to raise global awareness of the catastrophic humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapons, sharing the personal stories of Hibakusha – survivors of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings in August 1945. These witness testimonies have helped establish the international “nuclear taboo,” stigmatizing the use of nuclear arms as morally unacceptable.
In its announcement, the Nobel Committee praised Nihon Hidankyo for its continued efforts in advancing global opposition to nuclear weapons. "The Hibakusha help us to describe the indescribable, to think the unthinkable," the Committee stated.
With next year marking 80 years since the bombings, the Nobel Committee warned that the threat of nuclear weapons remains significant, despite the passing decades.
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CSK post 212 for 2 against DC
Chennai (PTI): Sanju Samson smashed a 56-ball 115 not out to propel Chennai Super Kings to a formidable 212 for 2 against Delhi Capitals in their Indian Premier League match here on Saturday.
Sent in to bat, Samson struck four sixes and 15 fours during his blistering knock, stitching key partnerships -- 62 with Ruturaj Gaikwad (15), 113 with Ayush Mhatre (59) and unbroken 37 with Shivam Dube (20).
For DC, skipper Axar Patel (1/39) was the lone wicket-taker.
Brief Scores:
Chennai Super Kings: 212 for 2 in 20 overs (Sanju Samson 115 not out; Axar Patel 1/39).
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