Over 20 BJP MPs, including Union ministers, skipped the introduction of the 'one nation, one election' bills in Lok Sabha, despite a party whip. While some absences were explained by official events with PM Modi, others cited personal reasons.
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Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Budget 2025 in Lok Sabha, focusing on relief for middle-class taxpayers, farmers, and women entrepreneurs. Key initiatives include no tax for income up to Rs 12 lakh, PM Dhan Dhyan Krishi Yojana, a rural prosperity program, and Makhana Board for Bihar.
Following the abrogation of Article 370, terror groups like LeT and JeM rebranded themselves as TRF and PAFF to mask their jihadist ideology and exploit claims of freedom struggle. This tactical shift aimed to evade sanctions, woo Western human rights groups, and rally cadre amidst increased pressure from Indian security forces.
Following the Brisbane Test, Indian captain Rohit Sharma humorously addressed media inquiries about veteran players Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane. He clarified that only Ravichandran Ashwin had retired, while Rahane and Pujara could still return to the team. Ashwin, India's second-highest Test wicket-taker, emotionally announced his retirement after the drawn match.
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