One of two youths from Thrissur, trapped in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, is believed to have been killed by Ukrainian forces as per information from the Indian embassy. Although confirmed verbally, official communication is still pending. His cousin, also trapped, was injured and underwent surgery in Moscow.
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The Supreme Court has commuted the death penalty of a man who murdered his two young children in Karnataka in 2010, directing that he remain in prison for life. The decision considers his lack of criminal history despite acknowledging the heinous nature of his crime.
Maharashtra’s women and child development minister, Aditi Tatkare, has urged beneficiaries of Ladki Bahin Yojana who are getting double benefits or do not qualify for the scheme to return the money. The government is working with agencies to identify ineligible beneficiaries and remove their names from the list. Over 4,000 beneficiaries have voluntarily opted out.
BJP criticized Congress over Karnataka's 4% reservation for Muslim contractors in the state budget, calling it unconstitutional and based on religion. BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad claimed Rahul Gandhi influenced the decision, while Karnataka's deputy CM D K Shivakumar argued the quota benefits all backward classes and minorities, not just Muslims.
Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key figure in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, has been extradited from the US to India. This followed a long legal battle. An NIA team brought Rana to Delhi. He was presented in court. The court granted NIA 18-day custody for interrogation. Rana's questioning is crucial to uncover the full conspiracy. He is linked to David Headley.
Raja Ramanna, a significant figure in India's nuclear programme, played a pivotal role in the nation’s atomic advancements. His tenure included the successful Pokhran tests and the transformation of DRDO. He later served both as a Minister and a foundational pioneer in the nuclear field.
The Supreme Court sought the government's response on a PIL demanding an independent procedure for appointing the CAG. The court questioned whether it should rewrite constitutional provisions granting the executive power to appoint the CAG, stressing the existing constitutional protections ensuring the auditor's independence.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized previous governments for neglecting the poor and using the 'Garibi Hatao' slogan as a mere electoral gimmick. He highlighted the BJP-led NDA government's efforts in lifting 25 crore people out of poverty through various welfare schemes and reforms, including cleaning up the bogus ration card system.
Dilip Ghosh, a senior West Bengal BJP leader, has ignited controversy by urging Hindus to keep weapons at home, citing the Murshidabad violence. This statement, made at a North 24 Parganas rally, has been criticized by the TMC, with MLA Humanyun Kabir accusing Ghosh of inciting communal discord and disrupting West Bengal's harmony.
Isro has started its 27-hour countdown for the launch of its 100th mission, a navigation satellite onboard the GSLV. Scheduled for lift-off at 6.23 am on January 29, the NVS-02 satellite is a part of the NavIC programme, aimed at providing precise positioning, velocity, and timing services.
SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia appeared before the SIT in Patiala regarding a drug case against him. He was questioned about suspicious financial transactions linked to his and his family's firms. Majithia is summoned for further questioning, while efforts are ongoing to extradite three other accused from abroad.