Shukla Debnath, a 37-year-old NGO worker from Bengal, was trampled during a stampede at Maha Kumbh, causing her to lose consciousness. The lack of crowd control was evident, with no barricades or drop gates segregating the crowd, leading to panic and injuries among pilgrims.
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Violence erupted in Hazaribag during a religious procession after an argument over 'objectionable songs' escalated into stone-pelting between two communities, leaving many, including 10 policemen, wounded. Authorities have lodged FIRs against 10 named individuals and 200 unidentified persons, with ongoing raids to apprehend the culprits, ensuring strict action, per officials.
Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury accused the West Bengal government of creating fake voters to rig elections. In response, Mamata Banerjee alleged that BJP manipulated voter lists, but the chief electoral officer denied any irregularities. BJP claimed these statements were made to boost TMC morale.
Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav stated that the recent Assembly poll results demonstrate the citizens' rejection of Arvind Kejriwal's politics. AAP lost to BJP, securing only 22 seats while BJP won 48. Yadav acknowledged Congress's defeat and committed to reviewing and improving their strategy, noting a slight improvement in their vote share from 4.3% to 6.39%.
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes the Modi-led government for undermining the RTI Act under the guise of data protection. He emphasizes the importance of public access to information such as ration card lists, MGNREGA beneficiaries, and loan defaulters. Kharge vows that the Congress party will continue to oppose these changes and safeguard citizens' rights.
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Delhi's new chief minister, Rekha Gupta, expressed disbelief and gratitude upon assuming office, describing it as a dreamlike experience. Gupta, the BJP's first CM in Delhi since 1998, acknowledged her family's crucial support and the significant reduction in personal time since taking on the role. She highlighted the importance of her family's companionship as she navigates her responsibilities.
Union home minister Amit Shah attributed BJP's victory in the Maharashtra assembly polls to ending the 'politics of betrayal' started by Sharad Pawar. He also criticized Uddhav Thackeray and claimed that Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena represents Balasaheb’s ideology, while Ajit Pawar’s faction is the real NCP.
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