The family of Congress worker Himani Narwal, found murdered in a suitcase in Rohtak, is demanding the death penalty for the accused. Haryana Police have arrested one suspect and continue to investigate. Himani's mother suspects someone familiar, potentially from their party, due to jealousy over her daughter's political success.
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A girls-only residential school in Koppal, North Karnataka, faces scrutiny after an inspection revealed unsafe and unhygienic toilet conditions, with missing doors. The head teacher, Kasturi Badiger, is facing suspension for misuse of government funds and not providing essential supplies to the students. The deputy director ordered her suspension for violating safety protocols and financial mismanagement.
Amazon’s MGM Studios has taken full creative control of the James Bond franchise following a deal with producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson. As Broccoli and Wilson step back from creative decisions, Amazon plans to expand Bond-related content beyond the main film series.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has moved a no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, accusing him of suppressing the opposition's voice and echoing BJP's views. Kharge criticized Dhankhar for praising the RSS and equating the Prime Minister with Mahatma Gandhi, while stifling opposition's right to speak and suspending members.
On Wednesday, Russia launched a devastating attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, deploying over 700 missiles and 100 drones. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy condemned the assault, which hit on Christmas, as 'inhumane.' The strikes worsened power outages and civilian suffering, with fatalities and injuries reported. Ukraine seeks advanced air defense systems from allies to counter the escalating attacks.
The John Abraham starrer 'The Diplomat' is nearing the end of its first week at the box office with collections exceeding Rs.17 crore. Despite a promising start, the film saw significant drops during weekdays. The film, based on true events, tells the story of an Indian girl's escape from a forced marriage in Pakistan.
Prayagraj's wholesale medicine market faces a shutdown amid the Maha Kumbh rush, causing a severe shortage of essential medications. Authorities have ignored traders' SOS, as trucks with supplies can't enter the city due to restrictions, severely disrupting the supply chain.
A new study reveals that TB patients in India spend an average of Rs 32,000 on treatment, with 45% facing catastrophic costs exceeding 20% of their annual income. Despite free diagnosis and care under NTEP, indirect costs like lost wages and productivity significantly contribute to the financial burden, especially for the poor.
Congress has filed a writ petition in the Supreme Court opposing the recent amendments to the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961. Senior leader and Rajya Sabha MP Jairam Ramesh accused the Election Commission of making changes unilaterally without public consultation. These amendments includes restrict public access to specific electronic documents to prevent misuse.
A photo of Dattatray Gade, a suspect in the Swargate rape case, on a former Shirur MLA's poster and his phone displaying the current MLA's picture has fueled controversy over political connections. Both the former MLA, Ashok Pawar, and the current MLA, Mauli Katke, have denied ties with Gade, demanding strict punishment for him.