During her Sandeshkhali rally, Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee warned women against trusting miscreants and reiterated that they need not depend on anyone to access governmental schemes. She emphasized self-respect over money, announced 63 projects worth Rs 123 crore for Sandeshkhali, and assured efficient delivery of state benefits.
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Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the Modi government, highlighting a decline in GDP growth from 7.8 per cent under the UPA to 5.8 per cent currently, questioning job creation prospects. He also condemned the government over farmer suicides, claiming 100,000 in the last decade, and demanded transparency on the Maha Kumbh stampede death toll. Kharge further criticized the falling value of the rupee, and was urged by Rajya Sabha chairman to provide evidence for his allegations.
India's first non-Isro biological space experiment, conducted by Amity University Mumbai, successfully demonstrates spinach tissue growth in zero gravity. The experiment, part of the PSLV-C60 mission, shows promising initial results, with implications for future space missions like the Bharatiya Antariksh Station.
CPM leader Prakash Karat emphasised the need for a political and ideological struggle against forces seeking to establish Hindutva as India's state ideology. At the inauguration of the Jyoti Basu Centre, Karat praised Basu's legacy in promoting secularism and democracy. He acknowledged contributions from former leaders and underscored the importance of continuing Basu's progressive work.
The Indian Railways successfully operated over 17,000 trains in 45 days for the Maha Kumbh, carrying around 4.5-5 crore people. This large-scale operation was made possible through a Rs 5,000 crore infrastructure upgrade and seamless coordination among departments to ensure a smooth journey for devotees.
Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav stated that the recent Assembly poll results demonstrate the citizens' rejection of Arvind Kejriwal's politics. AAP lost to BJP, securing only 22 seats while BJP won 48. Yadav acknowledged Congress's defeat and committed to reviewing and improving their strategy, noting a slight improvement in their vote share from 4.3% to 6.39%.
The Delhi high court was informed that the Election Commission of India would resolve Congress MP Randeep Singh Surjewala's request for electoral rolls from Haryana and Maharashtra by April. The court acknowledged the need for a prompt decision, aiming for utmost transparency during the electoral process.
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A total of 109 weapons and various ammunition were surrendered in Manipur's four districts. This followed an appeal by Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, assuring no punitive action. The state has seen ethnic violence with over 250 casualties. President's rule was imposed, and the state assembly is under suspended animation.
On International Women's Day, PM Narendra Modi highlighted the government's commitment to women's safety, citing the benefits of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in delivering quicker justice. He also acknowledged the financial support provided to over 2.5 lakh women in Gujarat and the significant role of women police officers at the event.