Neelam Gorhe, former member of Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena, accused the party of corruption, alleging that positions could be bought with luxury cars. Her remarks sparked protests and demands for proof from party leaders. Despite strong denials from the party, the controversy continues to escalate.
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Heathrow Airport resumes full operations following a severe power outage caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation, which led to the cancellation and diversion of 1,350 flights affecting around 200,000 passengers. The economic impact includes an estimated loss of £4.8 million per day in tourism revenue.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Wednesday humorously suggested introducing a law to counter Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah's dominance. During a New Year's Day reception ahead of the Sydney Test, the PM praised Bumrah’s exceptional performance in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which includes 30 wickets at an average of 12.83.
A Pocso court in Kolkata deemed a case "rarest of rare" after finding a man guilty of raping a seven-month-old baby kidnapped from a pavement. The prosecution seeks the death penalty due to the child's critical condition and permanent damage. The trial concluded in 40 days with police using technology to identify the accused.
In Maharashtra's Bhandara district, a blast at an Ordnance factory has resulted in one fatality, with ten others feared trapped. Rescue operations are ongoing, with medical and firefighting teams on-site. Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed that five workers have been rescued and additional assistance is being provided. The cause of the explosion is under investigation.
Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra requested Khar police for a one-week extension to appear regarding a defamation FIR over a satirical video about Dy CM Eknath Shinde. Meanwhile, political tensions rise as Kamra faces additional complaints and ongoing security measures at a vandalized hotel linked to his performance.
Madhya Pradesh high court has given the state government six weeks to safely dispose of 337 metric tonnes of Union Carbide waste, with the state seeking three days for unloading. Concerns arose from the public and medical groups regarding the disposal's safety, calling for a new trial run. The court also urged media to avoid spreading unverified information.
In the RG Kar rape-murder case, CBI's additional superintendent Seema Pahuja and public prosecutor Anurag Modi played crucial roles. Pahuja led the investigation, while Modi ensured the conviction of prime accused Sanjay Roy. Renowned for her investigative skills, Pahuja also worked on the Unnao and Hathras cases, earning the President’s Police Medal in 2021.
Senior Hezbollah leader Sheikh Muhammad Ali Hamadi was fatally shot in the Bekaa Valley by unidentified gunmen. Lebanese authorities are investigating the attack, believed to be linked to a prolonged family feud. This incident happens just days before the scheduled end of an Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement.