Road transport minister Nitin Gadkari criticized engineers, consultants, and contractors for neglecting road safety, citing faulty planning and poor signage as primary causes of accidents. He urged collaboration between the industry and government to improve infrastructure, enforcement, and education. Experts highlighted the aim of achieving zero fatalities through improved road design and management.
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Comedian Kunal Kamra's remarks against Eknath Shinde have intensified the ongoing feud between the two factions of the Shiv Sena. While Uddhav Thackeray's faction supports Kamra, Shinde's followers have responded with threats and violence, showcasing the historical aggression associated with the party's legacy.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that India aims to reclaim Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) to fully resolve the Kashmir issue. In response, Omar Abdullah and Farooq Abdullah challenged the Centre, questioning why no action has been taken to reclaim PoK yet and the absence of discussion on China's controlled land.
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