BJP announced Rekha Gupta as Delhi’s new chief minister, succeeding Arvind Kejriwal. Gupta, a first-time MLA, leads a six-member cabinet, marking BJP’s return to power in Delhi after 26 years. The cabinet includes former AAP leader Kapil Mishra. Gupta, also a municipal councillor, becomes the fourth woman to hold the position in the capital.
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The Congress party announced significant changes to its leadership, with Bhupesh Baghel assigned to Punjab and Syed Naseer Hussain to Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. Other key appointments include BK Hariprasad for Haryana and Ajay Kumar Lallu for Odisha. The reshuffle aims to improve the party's performance following recent electoral setbacks in Haryana, Maharashtra, and Delhi.
A 20-year-old MBBS student at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata was found dead in her room at Kamarhati ESI Hospital quarters. Despite repeated calls, her mother had to break open the door, finding her daughter unresponsive. No suicide note was found, and police suspect depression. A case of unnatural death is being investigated.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivkumar will join Mahashivratri celebrations at Sadhguru's Isha Foundation on February 26. Sadhguru will inaugurate the event with a midnight initiation of the Mahamantra and a new meditation app. The night will showcase performances by renowned artists, creating an immersive spiritual experience.
Rahul Gandhi, in an interaction with IIT Madras students, emphasized the Congress's belief in fair resource distribution and quality education through government support, contrasting it with the BJP's growth-centric approach. He highlighted the importance of a harmonious society and noted differences in international relations strategies. The BJP dismissed his statements, citing educational reforms under Modi's government.
The rush of devotees towards the Sangam Nose for the holy dip led to a stampede, as large crowds broke past barricades despite warnings. Authorities had created additional space for devotees, yet the area remained overwhelmed, with many ignoring announcements to vacate after their bath.
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Gold prices in Mumbai have reached a record high, surpassing Rs 91,000/10gm, driven by global uncertainties and tariff wars. Silver prices have also surged, crossing Rs 1 lakh/kg mark. A report by Goldman Sachs has further boosted gold's outlook with a new target price of $3,300 for 2025.