India's extensive naval exercise, Tropex, concluded after three months of rigorous drills involving 65-70 warships, 10 submarines, and over 80 aircraft. The exercise tested operational readiness and reinforced maritime defense amidst growing Chinese and Pakistani naval collaboration. Significant participation from the Army, IAF, and Coast Guard enhanced joint operational capabilities.
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CEC Rajiv Kumar warned political parties and candidates against making disrespectful remarks against women, noting such comments can lead to reprimands or criminal cases. He emphasized maintaining respectful discourse during campaigns and highlighted the importance of guidelines to ensure women are treated with dignity.
In Jharkhand’s Ramgarh district, a man locked his ill mother at home while he traveled with family for a religious pilgrimage, leaving her to survive on minimal food. Neighbors and police rescued the woman, who was later hospitalized. This incident raises concerns about his treatment of his mother as he is a CCL employee.
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Prayagraj is hosting the Maha kumbh 2025, the largest human gathering event, with significant efforts on cleanliness and water quality improvement. Authorities have installed extensive sanitation facilities and launched public awareness campaigns. Key initiatives include sewage treatment, constructing new ghats, and monitoring sanitation through volunteers and mobile apps.
Actor-politician Vijay warned Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be cautious regarding Tamil Nadu, highlighting the state's historical resilience. Speaking at his party's general council meeting, Vijay criticized the central government on issues like delimitation, language policy, and NEP, and voiced strong opposition to central schemes impacting the state.
Punjab Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa claimed that 32 AAP MLAs are considering switching sides, and he suggested Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann may eventually join the BJP. In response, AAP's Aman Arora alleged Bajwa is the one planning to join the BJP.
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An Indian Army havildar, Yaali Ansari, has allegedly deserted his unit in Chandimandir, Panchkula, leaving a note that he has obtained a visa and is pursuing his dream job abroad. He left behind his military ID, a provident fund amount, and salary totaling Rs 10 lakh.