Congress leader Rahul Gandhi faces legal issues following his statement on January 15, 2025, claiming BJP and RSS's capture of institutions and fighting the Indian State. An FIR in Guwahati accuses him of endangering India's unity and fostering rebellion, under Sections 152 and 197(1)d of Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita.
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Supporters of former Nepali king Gyanendra Shah have raised Rs 4.8 lakh to help pay a penalty for damage during a pro-monarchy protest. The government had imposed an Rs 8 lakh fine for damage to public property. Meanwhile, Shah denied involvement in the unrest and criticized the government for its failures.
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