A GSLV rocket successfully launched the NVS-02 navigation satellite, marking ISRO's 100th mission. This mission was the first under ISRO Chairman V Narayanan's leadership. The rocket, equipped with an indigenous cryogenic stage, lifted off from the second launch pad at 6.23 am on Wednesday, following the success of its predecessor, GSLV-F12.
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Amid speculation of internal discord within INDIA alliance, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav denies any rift, asserting the alliance's unity. Contrasting opinions emerge from within, with some leaders blaming Congress for failing to maintain unity post-elections, while others prioritize direct contests against BJP.
Two exit polls for Delhi assembly elections predict a strong win for BJP, placing AAP far behind. AAP dismissed these projections, citing historical underestimations. The actual election results will be announced on February 8th.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath insists that any disputed structure should not be called a mosque. He suggests that if historical, archaeological or faith-based evidence shows a temple beneath the Sambhal Jama Masjid, it should be handed back to Hindus without court intervention. He believes Islam didn't exist when the temple was present.
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 Allahabad high court rejected a petition to quash criminal proceedings in a case involving alleged rape and unlawful religious conversion. The court emphasized the severity of such offences, citing the woman's allegations that the primary accused deceived and coerced her into conversion under false pretenses.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress for its consistent failure in the Delhi elections, highlighting their inability to secure even a single seat for six consecutive polls. Additionally, he accused Congress of aligning with 'urban naxals' and called out their political strategies such as embracing caste census issues.
IMA president Dr Dilip Bhanushali criticized the integration of alternative medicine systems with modern medicine, calling it a 'menace' during a ceremony in Dehradun. He warned it can lead to harmful treatments by inadequately trained practitioners, promoting quackery. Bhanushali emphasized that rigorous training of modern surgeons cannot be equaled by short-term training for alternative medicine practitioners.
The Rajya Sabha continued the debate past midnight on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill with partisan alignment similar to Lok Sabha. BJD softened its stance, allowing its members to vote based on their conscience, potentially aiding the NDA in enacting the new law regulating Islamic endowments.
OYO faced backlash for an ad tagline suggesting 'Bhagwan har jagah hain, or OYO bhi', deemed offensive. This led to '#BoycottOYO' trending on social media. The company clarified the ad aimed to promote religious tourism in India. OYO emphasized its respect for all faiths and announced plans to expand its presence at pilgrimage destinations.