BJP president J P Nadda unveiled the first part of BJP's manifesto for the Delhi elections, promising Rs 2,500 monthly allowance for eligible women, financial support for expecting mothers, subsidies, and implementation of Ayushman Bharat Yojana. Nadda criticized AAP for failing to implement similar schemes and assured the prompt execution if BJP is elected.
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TMC MP Mahua Moitra criticised certain members of the higher judiciary, alleging compromise of judicial independence and integrity. She targeted ex-CJI DY Chandrachud's "prayed to God" remark regarding the Ayodhya verdict, arguing judges should rely on reason and logic. Moitra's comments sparked uproar in the Lok Sabha, leading to a temporary adjournment.
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