A provocative post on X claims Bengaluru is 'closed' to north Indians and neighboring state residents unwilling to learn Kannada, sparking significant debate. Reactions vary from support to criticism, with some advocating for Kannada exclusivity and others stressing linguistic freedom in the city.
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Elon Musk appeared at CPAC advocating for budget cuts and government efficiency, wielding a chainsaw symbolically. Argentinian President Javier Milei joined him, sharing a similar agenda. Meanwhile, Kash Patel, a Trump ally, was confirmed as FBI director by the Senate with a tight 51-49 vote, promising transparency and accountability within the agency.
Rizwan Ansari, a 55-year-old arms supplier linked to the Sidhu Moosewala murder case, was re-arrested for disturbing public peace with a celebratory procession after being released on bail from Delhi's Tihar jail. Ansari, involved in an arms-smuggling syndicate, was detained with his son in Khurja, and seven illegal weapons and ammunition were recovered.
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As Bihar assembly elections approach, Tej Pratap Yadav invites Nitish Kumar’s son, Nishant Kumar, to join RJD, amidst speculation about Nishant's political debut. JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar faces mounting pressure from BJP allies. RJD promises populist measures, while internal opposition conflicts persist. Currently, NDA holds 138 seats, and Mahagathbandhan has 104 seats.