Home Minister Amit Shah has instructed security forces to adopt a ruthless approach towards achieving zero infiltration and eradicating terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. Chairing a high-level meeting, he emphasized tackling narcotics funding terror activities and taking prompt action. The directive follows recent terrorist attacks and reinforces the government's zero-tolerance policy against terrorism.
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Ulhanathan Arunchalam Maruthuvar, a key player in the Rs 122 crore New India Coop Bank scam, was arrested by Mumbai's Economic Offences Wing. This marks the sixth arrest in the case. Arunchalam's capture follows a lookout circular and raids on his properties, restricting his movements and leading to his detention.
A stampede occurred at New Delhi railway station on Saturday night, causing at least 15 deaths and numerous injuries. The stampede was due to overcrowding as passengers were headed for Maha Kumbh. Emergency services responded promptly, and injured passengers were sent to hospitals. The chaotic situation was controlled later.
Three days after two-year-old male tiger ST-2402 strayed from Sariska Tiger Reserve, forest authorities tranquillised and rescued it. The young tiger was hiding in a kitchen in Chilki Ka Bas village while villagers stayed indoors. It had injured three people earlier and damaged a forest team's vehicle before being captured.
Priyanka Gandhi led a rally in Belagavi, criticizing the BJP and RSS for allegedly insulting the Constitution and its architect B.R. Ambedkar. She accused the Centre of anti-Constitutional and anti-poor policies, referencing Amit Shah’s remarks in Parliament. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge condemned BJP for creating divisions and troubling Dalits and backward communities.
On International Women's Day, PM Narendra Modi highlighted the government's commitment to women's safety, citing the benefits of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in delivering quicker justice. He also acknowledged the financial support provided to over 2.5 lakh women in Gujarat and the significant role of women police officers at the event.
Three people were trampled to death and two others severely injured by wild elephants near Gundalakona in Andhra Pradesh. They were part of a group of 30 devotees en route to Siddheswara Swamy temple for Maha Shivaratri festivities. The government has announced ex-gratia for the victims' families and tightened precautions in the area.
The Ministry of Finance said in an update on Saturday morning that 1,646 food processing projects (including food testing labs and R&D projects) have been sanctioned under various sub-schemes of PM Kisan Sampada Yojana
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge commemorates the start of Maha Kumbh, celebrating India's spiritual and cultural heritage. He emphasizes the festival's role in promoting unity, diversity, and harmony. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also extends her best wishes, praying for the country's welfare during this significant event.