US Vice President JD Vance criticized European nations for curtailing free speech and insufficient defense spending. At the Munich security conference, Vance specifically condemned Romania's election annulment and the UK's arrest of a man for praying near an abortion clinic.
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Ambedkar Jayanti, observed annually on April 14th, commemorates the birth of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a pivotal figure in India's social reform and the architect of its Constitution. The day honors his relentless fight against caste discrimination and his advocacy for equality, liberty, and fraternity. Celebrations include tributes, rallies, and discussions, reinforcing his enduring legacy of social justice and empowerment.
Vinay Somaiah, a 35-year-old BJP functionary, was found hanging in his office in Bengaluru. Before his death, Vinay had accused a Congress functionary of abetting his suicide following an arrest and FIR against him for comments made on a WhatsApp group.
In her Lok Sabha debut, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized the BJP for focusing on the past instead of current responsibilities. She highlighted Nehru's contributions to nation-building and accused PM Modi of ignoring injustices. Vadra also condemned the government's handling of the Adani issue, violence against women, and attacks on freedom of expression, while advocating for a caste census.
Chennai police shot dead Jaffer Gulam Hussain Irani, a member of the Irani gang, when he attempted to pull out a gun after snatching six chains from elderly women. Irani and his accomplices had planned to flee the city before the police intercepted them at the airport.
IIT Madras, supported by Indian Railways, has developed a 422m hyperloop test track and plans to create a 50km commercial transport corridor. This initiative, potentially the world's longest hyperloop track, aims to transform travel with speeds of up to 1,200 kmph. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed further grants for IIT Madras and future commercial projects to assess the viability of this innovative technology.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urges DRDO to stay updated with evolving technological ecosystems, focus on cutting-edge and niche technologies, enhance private sector collaboration, and involve start-ups in R&D efforts. DRDO labs are directed to complete two to three critical projects each by 2025, aiming for 100 projects by the next foundation year.
The Baptist Church of Mizoram (BCM) aims to encourage a higher birth rate among its members, foreseeing benefits for both the state and the church. Additionally, they plan to address social issues such as drug addiction, HIV/AIDS, and corruption through local church committees.
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Undertrials Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla remain in separate barracks at Meerut District Jail, experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms from drug addiction. Muskan is accused of murdering her husband, Saurabh Rajput. Investigations reveal the couple’s long-term drug use and Sahil’s involvement with black magic.