Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized the need to avoid service extensions and post-retirement recruitment to ensure fairness and meritocracy in public service commissions. He highlighted the necessity of curbing paper leaks, fostering a harmonious political climate, and strengthening institutions for India's progress.
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The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Centre and the Election Commission following Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's plea challenging amendments to the Conduct of Election Rules of 1961. Ramesh argues that such amendments should not be made without public consultation, as they are crucial for maintaining election transparency.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath congratulated Rekha Gupta on being named Delhi CM but will miss her swearing-in ceremony. Gupta, a BJP MLA from Shalimar Bagh, began her political career in 1992 and has held various significant positions within the party. BJP won 48 out of 70 seats in the 2025 Delhi assembly elections.
India reaffirmed its commitment to "strategic autonomy" after US Ambassador Eric Garcetti appeared critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Russia. The External Affairs Ministry stated that India values its independent policy decisions while maintaining strong ties with the US.
A Thane magistrate's investigation has found five police officers responsible for the custodial death of Akshay Shinde, accused in a sexual assault case. Shinde's family disputes the police's claim of self-defense, suggesting a staged encounter. The Bombay High Court has been urged to file an FIR, and a Special Investigation Team is set to probe further.
Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested for allegedly smuggling gold worth Rs 12 crore from Dubai, triggering a political battle between Congress and BJP in Karnataka. BJP alleged involvement of an influential minister in shielding her, while Congress accused BJP of favoring her with land allotment for an industrial project.
ED has received permission from the home ministry to prosecute former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal under PMLA for alleged money laundering in the liquor scam case. Kejriwal and AAP have been accused of bribery in connection with the 2021-22 excise policy. This permission follows a Supreme Court order requiring specific sanction for PMLA prosecution, prompting ED to seek approvals for other public servants.
In June 1991, Manmohan Singh was unexpectedly appointed as India's Finance Minister by PV Narasimha Rao. Singh, along with Rao, initiated major economic reforms that transformed India's economy from a low-growth state to the fastest growing major economy. Singh's first budget abolished the licence-permit raj, liberalized industries, and focused on fiscal consolidation, significantly boosting India's economic outlook.
The unemployment rate for people aged 15 years and above in urban areas decreased to 6.4 per cent in the October-December quarter of 2024, as per the National Sample Survey. The labour force participation rate also rose slightly to 50.4 per cent during the same period.
Smartworld Developers and Tribeca Developers have launched Trump Residences Gurgaon, a Rs 3,500 crore project in sector 69. This marks the second Trump-branded residential project in Gurgaon, following the 2018 debut of Trump Towers Delhi NCR. The project will feature two 51-story towers with 298 residences, aiming to set a new standard for luxury in the region.