Union minister Amit Shah challenged Arvind Kejriwal to take his promised dip in the Yamuna, criticizing the AAP government for failing to clean the river. Shah and BJP candidate Parvesh Verma both accused Kejriwal of not fulfilling his pledge, applying pressure ahead of the Delhi polls.
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Manipur's Churachandpur administration imposed prohibitory orders after clashes between the Hmar and Zomi communities. Tensions rose following the assault of a Hmar tribal leader. Protests and clashes led to stone pelting, prompting central security forces to intervene. Authorities urged for calm and emphasized maintaining harmony, promising actions to de-escalate the situation.
West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee has rejected the Waqf Amendment Bill passed by the Lok Sabha, expressing determination to nullify it once the BJP is ousted. During a presser, she accused the BJP of attempting to divide the country with the bill, which passed with 288 votes in favor and 232 against.
The Indian Army seeks a transparent investigation into Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath's alleged assault by Punjab Police in Patiala. Colonel Bath has approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court to transfer the case to an independent agency. The Punjab Police have suspended 12 personnel and formed a Special Investigation Team to ensure a prompt, fair probe.
From July 1, producers, importers, and brand owners in India must include details like thickness and manufacturer name on plastic carry bags and multilayered packaging via barcode or QR code. The new rules ensure strict monitoring of carry bags under 120 microns. Violations may result in imprisonment, hefty fines, or both under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
The Supreme Court collegium held its first-ever offsite meeting in Visakhapatnam with HC judge candidates from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, assessing their personality and suitability directly. This move marks a shift from solely relying on biodata and intelligence reports, enhancing the judge selection process and potentially setting a new precedent.
The Rajasthan assembly witnessed chaos on Monday when parliamentary affairs minister Jogaram Patel used "unparliamentary" language during a discussion on crop damage. This led to a heated exchange with the opposition. After being called out by Congress leaders, Patel apologized, clarifying there was no intention to disrespect anyone. Speaker Vasudev Devnani urged members to maintain decorum, and the session continued with a debate on the governor’s address.
The DGCA has mandated Indian airlines to inform passengers about their rights when booking air tickets. This measure aims to educate passengers, particularly first-time flyers, about entitlements concerning delays, cancellations, denied boarding, and baggage issues. Airlines must provide an online passenger charter link via SMS, WhatsApp, ticket, and their website. IndiGo has begun implementing this directive.
The Congress party launched campaign song for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, aiming to showcase their promises and criticize the tenure of the ruling AAP and opposition BJP. They highlighted their focus on civic issues and welfare schemes, aiming to position themselves as the better alternative.
The Supreme Court has ruled the CBI does not require state government consent to register FIRs against Central government employees, overturning an Andhra Pradesh High Court decision. The judgement held state-specific consent unnecessary for probing central offences under central legislation involving federal employees.