Actor-turned-politician Ranjana Nachiyaar left the BJP and joined Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) citing dissatisfaction with BJP's policies. She criticized the BJP for neglecting Tamil Nadu’s prosperity. Meanwhile, AIADMK MP M Thambidurai accused the DMK government of using the language issue as a political strategy ahead of elections, amidst rising opposition to the Trilingual Language System.
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Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath and the state cabinet participated in a holy dip at Maha Kumbh, while also holding a special cabinet meeting at Sangam. Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav criticized the move as political, emphasizing that Kumbh should not be a venue for political decisions. Adityanath stated many important decisions would be made during the meeting.
Bollywood actor Jaideep Ahlawat's father passed away surrounded by family. Jaideep's team requested privacy during this difficult time. His father had been supportive of his acting career, even encouraging him to join the Film and Television Institute of India. Jaideep had begun his career with stage performances in Punjab and Haryana.
A 40-year-old woman and her 15-year-old daughter were arrested in Sahibganj, Jharkhand, for allegedly killing Raju Mandal, who continuously harassed them. They set up an electrified bamboo trap, which resulted in his death. Despite facing persistent harassment, the family did not file a formal police complaint. The authorities are investigating the incident.
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John Abraham's film 'The Diplomat' enters its second week with steady collections, reaching a total of ₹28.10 crore despite a drop on its second Monday. Meanwhile, Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' outperforms 'Diplomat' in its sixth week, amassing a total of ₹586.35 crore.
The Supreme Court will hear Asaduddin Owaisi's plea on February 17, which calls for the enforcement of the 1991 Places of Worship Act. This act maintains religious site status as of August 15, 1947. Owaisi's petition followed a Supreme Court directive pausing any new or ongoing litigation aimed at reclaiming religious places until a final decision.
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Usha’s approach to life and faith became a steadying force for JD, inspiring him to revisit spiritual questions that had long been dormant. Hinduism, with its emphasis on inner peace, self-discipline, and moral duty (dharma), encouraged JD to explore faith beyond mere ritual and dogma. Usha’s perspective helped JD see religion not just as a set of rules but as a path to personal growth, resilience, and understanding—qualities that would eventually shape his political career.
Two teenage boys murdered 38-year-old farmer Lokesh Gangwar in Bareilly to avenge their family's honor. Lokesh was in a relationship with one of the accused's mother. The boys strangled him with a belt, led by their anger over the relationship. Both are now in juvenile detention.