India celebrates January 26 as Republic Day, marking the day in 1950 when the Constitution came into effect, transforming India from a British dominion to a sovereign republic. This date also honors the 1930 Purna Swaraj movement, a pivotal moment in India's independence struggle. The day is commemorated with patriotism and reflection on the country's achievements.
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The home ministry stated it does not maintain data on fatalities and injuries from the stampede at Maha Kumbh mela, as such incidents fall under state jurisdiction. The ministry shared that religious event management and disaster response are state responsibilities, and no central data is available.
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Geeta and her daughter Deepika were murdered by Geeta's paramour Vikas Jaiswal, who confessed to the crime after being arrested. Jaiswal, enraged by Geeta's recent neglect, entered her home, attacked them, and staged the scene as a robbery. Call records and evidence led to his arrest and confession.
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