Prakash Karat, senior CPI(M) leader, called for a ban on foreign funding in India's democratic system, criticizing the BJP government’s handling of US deportations of Indian citizens. He also condemned the government for not addressing the mistreatment of citizens during deportation. Karat demanded the resignation of railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw over the recent stampede incidents at Maha Kumbh and Delhi Railway station, blaming the government’s failure to ensure safety.
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SEBI proposes issuing only demat shares during share splits, consolidations, and corporate restructuring to eliminate risks tied to physical certificates. A consultation paper highlights demat's advantages like fraud prevention and increased transparency, aiming for mandatory dematerialisation of securities. Public comments are invited until February 4.
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In a historic moment on Sunday, the Indian national flag was unfurled for the first time in Tumalpaad on the occasion of 76th Republic Day, a region in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, that was previously affected by Naxalism.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar received historical artefacts and documents related to Mahatma Gandhi from South Africa's Phoenix Settlement Trust-Gandhi Development Trust. These items will be housed at the National Gandhi Museum in New Delhi, preserving Gandhi's legacy and his contributions to non-violent resistance against racial injustice.
PM Narendra Modi will launch 'Mission Mausam' during the 150th foundation day celebration of the India Meteorological Department. The mission aims to make India weather-ready and climate-smart using advanced technologies. Modi will also release the IMD Vision-2047 document to bolster weather resilience. IMD plans a series of events and workshops and has invited meteorologists from various countries to participate in the celebrations.
Home minister Amit Shah applauded the Delhi election result, calling it the onset of a new development era and an end to corruption. He emphasized BJP's commitment to transform Delhi under PM Narendra Modi's leadership, focusing on resolving issues like pollution, infrastructure, and public welfare.