Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra face a complaint over alleged disrespectful remarks about President Droupadi Murmu. The BJP demands an apology, accusing them of insulting the President and marginalized communities. The case is set to be heard in a Bihar court on 10 February.
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At least 18 people have died and many were injured in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. The incident occurred due to a crowd rush as passengers boarded trains for Prayagraj. Prominent figures, including President Murmu and Prime Minister Modi, expressed their condolences while the opposition criticized the government's management.
The Delhi High Court has ruled that prolonged incarceration is not sufficient grounds for bail in terror cases aimed at destabilizing India's unity. This decision came while denying bail to separatist Nayeem Ahmad Khan, accused of terror funding with Lashkar-e-Taiba. The court acknowledged the right to a speedy trial but emphasized the severity of terrorist activities with nationwide implications.
UK parliamentary under-secretary Hamish Falconer has stated that the UK will not prescribe a solution for the Kashmir issue, emphasising that it should be resolved by India and Pakistan. He acknowledged human rights concerns in both India-administered and Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
British Sikh groups disrupted Kangana Ranaut's film Emergency screenings across the UK, citing the film as 'anti-Sikh'. Cancellations occurred in cities like Birmingham and Wolverhampton. Despite protests and accusations of spreading 'bigoted rhetoric', the film's box office reported earnings of Rs 12.26 crore over the first weekend.
Congress will hold 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim and Jai Samvidhan' rally in Karnataka's Belgaum on 21st January to demand Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation over his statement on BR Ambedkar, KC Venugopal, AICC General Secretary (Organisation), said.
The Election Commission refutes the government's justification for simultaneous polls citing the Model Code of Conduct, emphasizing its role in ensuring fairness. The government argues for unified elections due to financial and operational burdens. The EC maintains the MCC is crucial for equitable elections and brief application correlates with electoral cycles, minimizing disruption.
PM Narendra Modi criticized Congress for adopting the 'Jai Bhim' chant, accusing them of previously showing disdain towards B R Ambedkar. He highlighted Congress's reluctance in recognizing Ambedkar's contributions and their change in stance due to political compulsions. Modi also defended the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand, citing its alignment with the Constitution.
The Indian rupee (INR) depreciated by 2.9 per cent in the first nine months of FY25, performing better than other currencies like the Canadian dollar, South Korean won, and Brazilian real, which depreciated more significantly. The INR's movement is influenced by factors such as global economic trends, crude prices, interest rates, and geopolitical tensions. The nominal effective exchange rate (Neer) remained stable, while the real effective exchange rate (Reer) steadily appreciated.
Tension rises in Biroli village, Jind, over attempts to redirect wastewater through the village center instead of an external pond. Villagers argue this change threatens health and animal safety, clashing with police over the issue. The sarpanch’s representative claims the actions follow norms, but villagers suspect political motives and administrative collusion.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor emphasizes the urgent need for the inclusion of disabled people in India's socio-political and economic framework. He advocates for comprehensive policy action and substantial budget allocation, stressing that disability rights must be seen as both a social imperative and a constitutional necessity.