Congress leader Vinesh Phogat accused BJP and AAP of practicing vote-bank politics and failing to fulfill promises, citing specific unfulfilled pledges in Haryana and Punjab. She emphasized that the Congress party has a consistent record of honoring its commitments and urged Delhiites to trust the Congress for development.
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A family of five, including a mason, his wife, and three daughters, were brutally murdered in their rented house in Meerut. The bodies were found tied and stuffed in a bed box. The police suspect property disputes and involvement of stepbrothers. They have detained two suspects, while one remains absconding.
Kapil Sibal credited the Congress-led UPA government for the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, a 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks accused, highlighting the establishment of the NIA during their tenure. The NIA, formed shortly after the attacks, played a crucial role in registering the case and expressing displeasure to the US regarding Rana's initial release.
The BJP has accused the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government in Karnataka of failing to uphold law and order following the brutal gang-rape of two women, including an Israeli tourist, near Hampi. The horrific incident has provoked widespread outrage, with opposition leaders criticizing the state government's priorities and actions.
Captains Devi Sharan and S.P.S. Suri, involved in the IC-814 hijacking, faced another peril in 2011 during the Libyan civil war, getting held at gunpoint before escaping. Their subsequent flights faced hurdles, including denied airspace entry, but they managed to return to Delhi safely.
Invest UP CEO Abhishek Prakash has been suspended amid allegations of irregularities in a solar project evaluation. The action follows the arrest of a middleman soliciting a bribe for project approval, with the charges verified by a government inquiry. The incident raises concerns about investor confidence in the state.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences over the passing of former US President Jimmy Carter, who died at 100. Carter was praised for his vision, dedication to global peace, and fostering India-US ties. Known for his humanitarian efforts, Carter earned the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. A state funeral in Washington, DC, will honor his legacy.
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.
Former Chief Justice of India, Jagdish Singh Khehar, and late Suzuki Corporation chairman, Osamu Suzuki, have been named for the Padma Vibhushan. The list also includes diverse personalities like violinist L Subramaniam and actress Shobhana, with a total of 139 Padma Awards approved this year.