US Vice President JD Vance, along with his wife Usha Vance, will visit India later this month. This marks Vance's second international trip after criticizing European leaders at the Munich Security Conference. Usha Vance, of Indian origin with a strong legal background, brings cultural significance to the visit.
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Aligarh Muslim University received a bomb threat email demanding a ransom of Rs 2 lakh, prompting an immediate police response. A bomb disposal unit, dog squad, and cyber teams were deployed, but no suspicious objects were found. Authorities are investigating the origin of the email and have urged students and faculty to report any suspicious activity.
Katra, the base camp for the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage, remains shut for the fifth day due to protests against a proposed ropeway project. BJP MLA Baldev Raj Sharma threatens a hunger strike for the release of detained demonstrators. Shops and transportation in Katra are at a standstill, disrupting life for thousands of pilgrims.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the commissioning of two warships, INS Surat and INS Nilgiri, along with the submarine INS Vaghsheer, on January 15. This move aims to enhance India’s naval capabilities and self-reliance in defense. The vessels, featuring advanced technology, are set to strengthen India's strategic presence in the Indian Ocean Region.
Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman wore a handcrafted Madhubani saree by Padma Shri awardee Dulari Devi on Budget Day. The saree, which took a month to craft, was a gift from Devi during Sitharaman's visit to the Mithila Art Institute. Devi expressed her joy at this honor.
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.
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) faces criticism for investigating historical mosques' origins, raising debates on its role in religious disputes. While court orders drive these surveys, experts emphasize the importance of preserving cultural heritage without political influence.
Former Jammu and Kashmir DGP SP Vaid claims that Pakistan's government and military have lost control over Balochistan, predicting a potential breakup of the country. The Baloch Liberation Army's recent hijacking of the Jaffar Express and hostage-taking of over 100 passengers highlights the region's escalating insurgency and instability.
A tribal woman from Arunachal Pradesh, working at IIT Kanpur, has accused her colleague of raping her under the pretense of marriage. The police have filed an FIR and the institution has set up a committee to investigate. The alleged perpetrator is from Indore and has not yet been arrested.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday participated in a public meeting in Delhi's Moti Nagar area organised in support of BJP candidate Harish Khurana from the Moti Nagar assembly constituency.
Opposition parties criticized the Union Budget as a disappointment, especially for states not ruled by the NDA. Congress accused the government of lacking new ideas, while leaders from TMC, DMK, and RJD expressed concerns over the Budget's focus on Bihar and neglect of states like West Bengal and Jharkhand. The middle class also felt let down.