Arvind Kejriwal has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting the inclusion of Delhi's Jat community in the central OBC list. He accused the BJP of deceiving the community for a decade and highlighted previous unfulfilled promises concerning OBC reservations.
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Axar Patel's hopes of securing a hat-trick in India's opening match of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 against Bangladesh were thwarted by a dropped catch from skipper Rohit Sharma. Axar had dismantled Bangladesh's batting lineup with two wickets in consecutive deliveries, but Rohit missed the crucial catch to seal the hat-trick, resulting in a missed opportunity.
Elon Musk has claimed his title as the world's richest person again, with his net worth reaching $420 billion due to an 82% increase primarily from Tesla's stock surge. However, his wealth decreased by $100 billion post-January 2025 due to competition and investor concerns.
Rahul Gandhi acknowledged the bravery of porters at New Delhi Railway Station during last month's stampede and promised to fight for their rights. He highlighted their financial struggles and emphasized their role in assisting passengers, vowing to present their demands to the government.
Former Poonjar MLA PC George urged Christian parents to marry off their daughters before they turn 24, citing an increase in 'love jihad' incidents. He claimed around 400 girls were lost to this in Meenachil taluk, with only 41 returned. Recently granted bail for a hate speech case, George also mentioned a large seizure of explosives in Erattupetta.
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, releasing energy equivalent to over 300 atomic bombs and causing more than 1,600 deaths. Aftershocks may persist due to ongoing tectonic activity. Communication blackouts and civil strife hinder damage assessment. India has extended humanitarian aid through 'Operation Brahma', while nearby Thailand also reported fatalities.
The Supreme Court has temporarily suspended key provisions of the Waqf Act, directing the government to maintain the status quo until the next hearing. This decision comes amid challenges to the Act's constitutional validity, with concerns raised about the registration of waqfs by user and potential impacts on existing properties.
A New Year's party in Rohini turned fatal as 40-year-old Dharmender was murdered by neighbors after requesting them to lower the music volume for his children's sleep. The tragedy has highlighted neighborhood safety and noise pollution issues. The family is devastated, with three young children left fatherless. Local authorities are urged to enforce stricter noise regulations.
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