Exit polls for the Delhi assembly election predict a strong return for BJP, which is expected to secure 43 seats, while AAP is projected to win 26 seats. BJP leaders express confidence in exceeding these predictions, while AAP and Congress await the final results on February 8.
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Sharad Pawar praised the RSS for its ideological commitment while urging his party to rally behind progressive leaders' ideals. Reflecting on election losses, he stressed improving communication with OBCs and bridging caste divides, particularly in Marathwada. Pawar announced a revamp and plans to allocate 50% of election tickets to new faces in the NCP.
Home minister Amit Shah has directed authorities in Manipur to ensure free movement on all roads from March 8 and take strict action against road obstructions. He also ordered the fencing of key entry points along the Indo-Myanmar border and efforts to dismantle the state's drug trafficking network.
Two more suspected terror module members operated from Bangladesh were arrested in Assam, bringing the total arrests to 10. The suspects, linked to the Ansarullah Bangla Team and al-Qaida, were apprehended after interrogations and a significant cache of arms and ammunition was seized, averting a major attack.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that Tahawwur Rana, involved in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, has exhausted all legal avenues in the US, and Indian authorities are coordinating with the US for his extradition. This development precedes Prime Minister Modi's visit to the US, highlighting the importance of India-US partnership and continued efforts to bring the 26/11 perpetrators to justice.
An Indian Army havildar, Yaali Ansari, has allegedly deserted his unit in Chandimandir, Panchkula, leaving a note that he has obtained a visa and is pursuing his dream job abroad. He left behind his military ID, a provident fund amount, and salary totaling Rs 10 lakh.
Haryana security personnel fortified the Punjab border, detaining farmer leaders to stop their 'Delhi Chalo' march. The police removed protest structures and cleared roads closed for a year. The seventh round of discussions on minimum support price (MSP) laws took place in Chandigarh. Farmers faced heavy barricading upon their return to Punjab, with ongoing support from state officials.
The Chhattisgarh government canceled the police recruitment exam in Rajnandgaon district following allegations of irregularities. This decision came after constable Anil Ratnakar, one of the suspects, died by suicide, alleging that lower-ranked officers were blamed while seniors were protected. Six people were arrested for manipulating exam scores.
PM Narendra Modi and Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus will discuss various issues during the BIMSTEC summit in Thailand on April 3-4. This will be their first meeting since Yunus became chief adviser. While Dhaka has requested the meeting, New Delhi is still considering it. Modi will also engage in diplomatic discussions with other heads of state and Thai royalty.
The Election Commission clarified that a duplication in EPIC numbers across states does not indicate fake voters, as one can only vote at their designated polling station. Efforts are being made to ensure unique EPIC numbers for all electors, with the ERONET 2.0 platform assisting in this correction process.