Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has accused the BJP-led government of undermining the Election Commission's integrity by amending electoral rules. The changes restrict public access to certain election documents, a move Kharge calls a "systematic conspiracy" following the removal of the Chief Justice from the commissioner selection panel. Congress plans to challenge the amendment in court.
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The upcoming Delhi assembly elections scheduled for February 5 are set to be a high-stakes contest among AAP, BJP, and Congress. As AAP seeks a third consecutive term, its popularity faces challenges due to incumbency and corruption allegations while BJP and Congress aim to reclaim influence in the capital.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar is under criticism from Muslim groups for his support of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, and alleged neglect of the community's interests. The poster emerges amidst a video controversy where Kumar was seen making gestures during the national anthem.
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Indian cricketers Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shreyas Iyer will play in Mumbai's Ranji Trophy match against Jammu & Kashmir at the Sharad Pawar Academy Ground in BKC. The MCA will increase seating to 500 for fans. Nitin Menon will officiate his 50th T20I in Pune and Anil Dandekar will umpire his 100th First-Class match in Salem.
Fueled by advancements in space exploration and India's successful Chandrayaan-3 mission, lunar land ownership is gaining traction. Individuals can purchase plots in locations like the Bay of Rainbows and the Sea of Rains, driven by space travel excitement, future settlement potential, and collectible investment appeal. Increased demand has led to processing delays for lunar land purchases.
Tamil Nadu's CM M K Stalin has taken up the issues of the three-language policy and proposed Lok Sabha seat delimitation as major poll agendas. By making these state rights concerns and gaining support across party lines, including against the Waqf Amendment Bill, Stalin has effectively set the political narrative ahead of the assembly elections next year.
Pakistan's security forces freed hostages and eliminated 33 militants involved in a train hijacking in Balochistan. The militants derailed the Jaffar Express, killing 21 passengers and four soldiers. The coordinated rescue operation took nearly 24 hours and ensured the safety of all passengers. The government promises to deal with all facilitators of these terrorists.
A judicial commission investigating the Hathras stampede incident, which claimed 121 lives, attributed the tragedy to administrative lapses while acknowledging a possible conspiracy. The commission's report noted that permission was granted for an 80,000-strong audience, but the turnout exceeded 2.5 lakh. It did not hold Bhole Baba personally responsible, but cited failures in administration and his 'sevadars' as key factors.
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