Delhi CM Atishi criticized BJP for lacking an agenda beyond insulting Arvind Kejriwal. Kejriwal stated the upcoming Delhi polls are a direct contest between AAP and BJP, not part of the INDIA alliance. Congress accused AAP of undermining their interests, implying AAP aims to defeat Congress in elections. Delhi assembly election is on February 5.
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BJP criticized West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee for her comments on religious harmony, alleging she failed to maintain law and order. Banerjee's remarks were made after Eid clashes in Malda district. BJP's Amit Malviya accused her of inciting anti-Hindu violence and corruption.
AAP's loss in the Delhi assembly polls could trigger significant political changes in Punjab, the only state currently governed by the party. The defeat may prompt internal realignments and a shift in focus to Punjab, challenging AAP to deliver on its promises in the remaining tenure.
Delhi is heading towards crucial elections with key issues on voters' minds including the debate over freebies provided by AAP, corruption allegations against party leaders, severe pollution, failing infrastructure, and reduced law and order, creating a contentious atmosphere for the upcoming polls.
Supreme Court Monday assured early hearing to a PIL petitioner who sought CBI probe into "troubling allegations" made on the floor of the Karnataka assembly that a CM-aspirant had honey-trapped several people, including judges. A bench headed by CJI Sanjiv Khanna told counsel Barun Sinha the PIL would be listed soon for hearing.
Women from high-altitude villages near the India-China border in Uttarakhand are relocating to towns due to inadequate local education facilities, leaving men to manage orchards and tourism. Despite economic security, families face emotional and logistical challenges due to separation during emergencies and festivities.
The home ministry has approved raising two additional battalions of the Central Industrial Security Force, comprising a total of 2,050 personnel, to enhance national security and rapid response capabilities. This move addresses increasing internal security demands and provides new employment opportunities while reducing stress on existing CISF personnel.
Two brothers, along with their uncle and two cousins, were sentenced to life imprisonment by a court in Bareilly for murdering their father’s alleged killer in 2017. They avenged the death of their father, who was killed 23 years ago. The court imposed fines and sentenced all five involved to life imprisonment.
The Indian Space Research Organization (Isro) has secured approval for Chandrayaan-5, a significant Moon mission in collaboration. This mission will feature a rover ten times heavier than the one carried by its predecessor, Chandrayaan-4.
Congress MP Manish Tewari emphasized that the INDIA bloc was created to protect the nation's essence, not just for elections. His comments follow Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut's concerns over Congress's role in the alliance's disunity post-Lok Sabha elections. AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal clarified that Delhi elections will be an AAP and BJP contest.
The Indian Army seeks a transparent investigation into Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath's alleged assault by Punjab Police in Patiala. Colonel Bath has approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court to transfer the case to an independent agency. The Punjab Police have suspended 12 personnel and formed a Special Investigation Team to ensure a prompt, fair probe.