Delhi's lieutenant governor ordered an anti-corruption probe into AAP's claims that BJP attempted to poach its candidates by offering Rs 15 crore and ministerial positions. BJP refuted the allegations and requested investigation into the claims, stating that they are creating panic amidst elections without substantial proof. AAP leaders met with Kejriwal ahead of assembly election results to discuss strategies.
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Associates of jailed Punjab MP and Sikh preacher Amritpal Singh plan to announce a new political party at Maghi Mela on January 14, offering an alternative to Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD). The party will establish its constitution, advisory committee, and district-wise committees. The rally will include support from notable figures like MP Sarabjit Singh Khalsa and activist Paramjit Kaur Khalra.
Sadhguru urges Indians to experience the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, highlighting its civilizational significance and celestial alignment with seven celestial objects. He emphasizes chanting 'Aum Namah Shivaya' for preparation. He also mentions the cleansing power of the event, advocating staying for forty-eight days to maximize its transformative effects.
In a shocking case of animal cruelty, 21 dogs perished after being thrown off a high bridge with their legs and mouths tied in Telangana's Sangareddy. Citizens for Animals discovered the scene on Jan 4, leading to the rescue of 11 critically injured dogs now receiving intensive medical care. Telangana police have initiated an investigation.
The Allahabad high court has stayed the arrest of Samajwadi Party MP Ziaur Rahman Barq in connection with the violence in Sambhal district. The court refused to quash the FIR and instructed Barq to cooperate with the investigation, noting that specific arrest guidelines must be adhered to if he is taken into custody.
The Supreme Court has approved the Forest Research Institute's plan to conduct the first tree census in Delhi over three-and-a-half years while enhancing the city's green cover over four years. The initiative aims to track tree populations and prevent illegal felling, with funding from the CAMPA fund.
NITI Aayog vice chairman Suman Bery led a team to meet Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday, discussing the state's financial situation and the Viksit AP-2047 vision. The meeting, ahead of the AP Budget, included Finance Minister P Keshav and senior officials.
Pakistan's military and foreign office refute Indian Army Chief Gen Dwivedi's claims that Pakistan is the source of regional terrorism. Islamabad labels these statements as baseless attempts to distract from India's internal issues, including its actions in J&K and minorities' repression. Pakistan urges India to introspect its own actions.
The Supreme Court Legal Services Committee, led by Justice Surya Kant, is set to file appeals for over 4,000 poor prisoners whose appeals were dismissed by High Courts. This initiative, involving state and district legal services authorities, identified prisoners needing legal aid to appeal bail rejections and convictions.
Union culture minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat suggested that symbols of colonial heritage or past invaders that insult India's heritage and culture may be reviewed and removed from the protected monuments list. He refused to comment specifically on Aurangzeb’s tomb, citing adherence to the law protecting all notified monuments.