A class 12 student in Delhi has admitted to sending the last 23 bomb threat emails to various schools. Previous threats were also traced to students aiming to postpone exams. The incidents have caused frequent disruptions in schools, with threats targeting various institutions, including hospitals and airports, since December last year.
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Separatism has become a thing of the past in Kashmir. Two organizations associated with the Hurriyat Conference have severed ties with separatism. They now support the Indian Constitution. Home Minister Amit Shah credited this move to the unifying policies of the Narendra Modi government. Shah called this a significant victory for Prime Minister Modi's vision of a peaceful, unified India.
A tragic incident occurred in Telangana's Kamareddy district as a 26-year-old woman, Monika, and her three children, Vinay (7), Akshara (9), and Mythili (10), drowned in a pond. The children unknowingly stepped into a pit while bathing and began to drown. Monika attempted to save them but also drowned in the process.
India's Election Commission is hosting nationwide all-party meetings led by state, district, and electoral registration officers until March 31, 2025, to address poll-related issues. Additionally, the EC is offering training for political party representatives on electoral laws and seeking suggestions to enhance poll conduct by April 30, 2025, focusing on better voter participation and seamless electoral processes.
Congress leader SS Randhawa accused AAP of being the BJP's "B-team" and criticized Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal for not aiding Punjab's farmers. Delhi CM Atishi countered by accusing the BJP of neglecting farmers, highlighting dire conditions during their rule. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan had earlier criticized Delhi's government for not implementing farmer-friendly schemes.
Union minister Piyush Goyal calls the proposed India-US bilateral trade pact the 'mother of all deals.' At the Invest Kerala Global summit, he emphasized strong economic ties, mentioned the India-UAE CEPA, and ongoing talks with Bahrain and other nations. Prime Minister Modi aims to double commerce to $500 billion by 2030. Recent bilateral trade figures underscore the significant partnership benefits.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for a four-day visit to France and the US to advance key partnerships. In France, he will co-chair the AI action summit, review the India-France 2047 horizon roadmap with President Macron, and inaugurate India’s first consulate in Marseille. He will then meet US President Donald Trump to enhance bilateral cooperation in trade, technology, energy, and defense.
Jharkhand cabinet has approved new recruitment rules for police, excise, home guard, and prison departments, introducing a uniform physical endurance test for constable posts. Male candidates must complete a 1.6 km run in six minutes, while female candidates must finish it in ten minutes, significantly reducing the previous strenuous requirements.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticizes PM Modi for sending a ceremonial chadar to Ajmer Sharif Dargah, calling it insincere amid disputes over mosques and dargahs. He highlights discrimination against Muslims in housing schemes and urges the government to protect religious sites’ integrity. Union Minister Rijiju delivers the chadar emphasizing peace and harmony without addressing legal disputes.