Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has vowed to take strong action against anyone connected to the Beed case, emphasizing a zero-tolerance stance on violence and extortion. Despite pressure to remove Food and Civil Supplies Minister Dhananjay Munde, Fadnavis insists on thorough investigation. Surrender of Munde's aide, Valmik Karad, fuels controversy with allegations of government collusion.
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Women from high-altitude villages near the India-China border in Uttarakhand are relocating to towns due to inadequate local education facilities, leaving men to manage orchards and tourism. Despite economic security, families face emotional and logistical challenges due to separation during emergencies and festivities.
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.
A centring frame collapse at a construction site in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, resulted in two deaths and six injuries. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon during slab installation between the 7th and 10th floors of a multi-storey building. Emergency responders rescued eight trapped workers. Authorities continue to clear debris to ensure no additional workers are trapped.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticised the Modi government's handling of public issues and lack of debate in Parliament. Meanwhile, PM Modi highlighted the absence of foreign interference before the Budget session. Sonia Gandhi expressed concern about President Murmu's fatigue during her address, emphasizing the government's focus on youth education and employment.
India confirmed that a Kerala man serving in the Russian army died amid the Ukraine conflict, while another was injured and is being treated in Moscow. The Ministry of External Affairs has requested the early discharge of the remaining Indian nationals and is working with Russian authorities for the repatriation of the deceased and injured.
Aam Aadmi Party has complained to the Election Commission of India about multiple alleged attacks on its leader Arvind Kejriwal during the Delhi assembly election campaign, accusing the BJP and Delhi Police. Security provided to Kejriwal by Punjab Police was withdrawn following EC's directives.
Uddhav Thackeray accused the Union government of eyeing Waqf board lands and potentially targeting temple, church, and gurudwara lands next. The Shiv Sena (UBT) opposed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, suggesting the BJP aims to transfer these lands to industrialist allies while raising concerns over Hindutva.
India's government plans to boost agriculture growth through multiple schemes, including a special program in 100 low-productivity districts, and a six-year mission for self-reliance in pulses. The Kisan Credit Card loan limit increases to Rs 5 lakh and new initiatives involve promoting fruits, vegetables, millets, and high-yielding seeds, along with a comprehensive 'Rural Prosperity and Resilience' program.
The treasury and opposition benches clashed in both Houses of Parliament on Monday over Karnataka deputy CM D K Shivakumar's purported statement suggesting reservation for Muslims by changing the Constitution.