Home Minister Amit Shah, addressing the North Eastern Council, emphasized PM Modi's vision for the Northeast's development. He highlighted the significant infrastructure improvements, a 71% drop in violence, and the signing of peace treaties leading to over 10,000 armed youths joining mainstream society.
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Doctors, citizens, and the victim's family protested the CBI's perceived inaction in the RG Kar rape-murder case after two key suspects received bail. They demanded a swift chargesheet filing and questioned the CBI's delay, alleging potential political interference. Separate protests by various groups highlighted the widespread demand for justice.
Hindi-language film 'Santosh' has been shortlisted for the Best International Feature Film at the 2025 Oscars. Representing the UK, the film, directed by Sandhya Suri and starring Shahana as a widowed police constable, premiered at Cannes to critical acclaim. Selected from 85 submissions, 'Santosh' explores themes of corruption and murder in rural North India.
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