The Aam Aadmi Party accused BJP's leaders and Union ministers of engaging in voter registration fraud in Delhi before the assembly elections. AAP's Sanjay Singh alleged that BJP is misleading the Election Commission by registering fake votes. BJP countered, accusing AAP of similar malpractice involving non-residents.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that India aims to reclaim Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) to fully resolve the Kashmir issue. In response, Omar Abdullah and Farooq Abdullah challenged the Centre, questioning why no action has been taken to reclaim PoK yet and the absence of discussion on China's controlled land.
PM Narendra Modi and senior BJP leaders, including Amit Shah and Yogi Adityanath, hailed the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj as the 'Maha Kumbh of Unity.' The event saw significant social media engagement under the hashtag 'Ekta_Ka_Mahakumbh,' emphasizing the spiritual and cultural significance of the gathering.
Bombay HC's Nagpur bench overturned a Pocso court's conviction of a father for sexually assaulting his daughter, citing lack of evidence and potential motive due to the father's disapproval of her marriage. The court noted the possibility of false allegations driven by the daughter's distress over her father's opposition.
The Supreme Court upheld Life Insurance Corporation’s denial of a claim for hospitalisation under the 'Jeevan Arogya' scheme due to non-disclosure of alcohol consumption by the policyholder. The court justified the decision based on the suppression of material facts and the exclusion clause regarding the use or misuse of alcohol.
Bihar deputy CM Vijay Sinha accused AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal of ushering in an "era of fraudism," alleging he disrespects constitutional institutions. His remarks followed Kejriwal's claims that the election commission and Delhi Police favor BJP. Sinha also criticized Rahul Gandhi, asserting Congress is being wiped out nationwide. Meanwhile, Gandhi accused BJP of tokenism in Dalit representation, arguing real power is denied.
Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized police approval from senior officers before applying terrorism or organized crime charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in Madhya Pradesh. He stressed on transparency and strict monitoring for proper implementation of new criminal laws. Shah also called for enhancing forensic capabilities and ensuring legal aid to underprivileged undertrials.
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.
Shiromani Akali Dal's working committee accepted Sukhbir Singh Badal's resignation as party president after a directive from Akal Takht Jathedar. Badal's resignation, initially submitted on November 16, was declined but later mandated by the Akal Takht due to religious misconduct during 2007-2017.
Girls from Haryana have excelled at the 38th National Rowing Championship in Tehri, Uttarakhand, winning multiple gold and silver medals. Despite practicing in suboptimal conditions, they have demonstrated remarkable ability. Kiran and Suman urge the Haryana government to arrange for water stoppage in their canal to facilitate further training.