Upinder Singh, daughter of former PM Manmohan Singh, lit his pyre following Sikh traditions, challenging patriarchal norms. Sikh community emphasizes gender equality in rituals. Singh’s family, including his wife and children, were present during the cremation, conducted with Sikh hymns. Singh's daughters are historian Upinder, writer Daman, and human rights lawyer Amrit.
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A man known on social media as 'IIT Baba' was arrested in Jaipur for possessing 1.50 grams of marijuana. The police intervened when he threatened suicide during a live stream. He was under the influence and released on bail due to the small quantity of drugs but remains under investigation.
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Three AAP council members defected to the BJP ahead of the MCD mayoral election, bolstering BJP's strength. Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva emphasized a 'triple engine' administration to align Delhi with PM Modi's vision. The council members aim to transform Delhi into a clean and attractive city.
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