The BJP has reclaimed power in Delhi after 27 years, limiting the Aam Aadmi Party to 22 seats and defeating key leaders such as Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia. This election marks a significant political shift in the capital, with BJP taking over numerous strongholds previously held by AAP.
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Union minister Nitin Gadkari announced that nearly 5,000 youths have left Naxalism in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district, joined the mainstream, and many have found employment. He predicted the district will become the highest revenue generator in five years, emphasizing the need for addressing unemployment, malnutrition, and education for societal transformation.
Union urban affairs minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced that positive news regarding the memorial for former PM Manmohan Singh will emerge within the next two days. Singh's family was expected to visit potential sites at Rajghat, though this remains unconfirmed. This follows the government's recent decision on a site for former President Pranab Mukherjee's memorial.
India and Bangladesh agreed to a mutual exchange of 185 fishermen and their vessels amid discord in ties. Dhaka will hand over 95 Indian fishermen, while India will release 90 Bangladeshi fishermen. The exchange, focusing on humanitarian concerns, involves two Bangladeshi and six Indian boats, concluding on January 6.
The Delhi high court was informed that the Election Commission of India would resolve Congress MP Randeep Singh Surjewala's request for electoral rolls from Haryana and Maharashtra by April. The court acknowledged the need for a prompt decision, aiming for utmost transparency during the electoral process.
Good Glamm Group, a Mumbai-based unicorn, saw investor exits from its board amid financial issues like fund constraints, delayed salaries, and layoffs. Representatives from Accel Partners, Bessemer, and Prosus Ventures resigned in December. The company is restructuring and planning a new fundraise. These exits highlight corporate governance concerns, reminiscent of similar issues at Byju's.
A total of 109 weapons and various ammunition were surrendered in Manipur's four districts. This followed an appeal by Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, assuring no punitive action. The state has seen ethnic violence with over 250 casualties. President's rule was imposed, and the state assembly is under suspended animation.
Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Mauritius Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful attended the funeral of former Indian PM Manmohan Singh in Delhi. Bhutan held prayer ceremonies, flew its national flag at half-mast, and lit a thousand butter lamps in respect. The king, PM Tshering Tobgay, and Indian ambassador Sudhakar Dalela participated in the solemn event in Thimphu.
The high-stakes Delhi Assembly election sees Congress aiming to regain its position, facing off against AAP, which took the lead in 2015. The decisive factor could be the consolidation or division of Muslim and Dalit votes. With Dalit and Muslim-majority constituencies showing high turnout, the final results will be crucial in determining AAP or BJP dominance.
The Supreme Court has temporarily stopped the trial court proceedings against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case. This case involves allegations that Gandhi made defamatory remarks about home minister Amit Shah during the AICC’s plenary sessions in Jharkhand in 2018. The Court has asked for responses from the Jharkhand government and the complainant within four weeks.
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has urged the central government to allow states more flexibility in forming Waqf boards, stressing the importance of inclusivity for Muslim women and youth. TDP's support is crucial for the ruling NDA coalition given the opposition from Muslim bodies to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024.