RTI activist Snehamayi Krishna has lodged a complaint against 3 IPS officers, alleging they submitted false reports in the MUDA scam case. He previously sought a CBI probe, stating a lack of faith in the Lokayukta's inquiry. The scam involves a 3.2-acre land transferred to the CM's wife and may amount to Rs 3,000-4,000 crore.
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The BJP secured a sweeping victory in Delhi, winning 48 out of 70 assembly seats. Key factors included early campaigning, targeting the middle class, exposing alleged irregularities in AAP's welfare schemes, and a decline in Arvind Kejriwal’s brand image. Issues like poor infrastructure and pollution worked against AAP.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the need for India and China to cooperate for mutual benefit and to bolster the Global South. Key recent diplomatic interactions between leaders have improved bilateral relations, highlighting the importance of dialogue and resolving disputes diplomatically.
Space startup GalaxEye successfully tested its SyncFusion Imaging System in the extreme environment of the South Atlantic Anomaly. The system merges Synthetic Aperture Radar and optical imagery, enabling real-time, actionable insights for various applications such as defence, agriculture, and disaster management.
A US-trained commercial pilot with HIV challenges the Bombay HC against DGCA's certification deeming him fit to fly only with a more experienced pilot due to his HIV status. He claims this stipulation is discriminatory and hampers his employment opportunities.
India Meteorological Department has created a dedicated webpage to provide hourly, daily, and weekly weather updates for the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, with similar updates for nearby cities in Uttar Pradesh. The special page includes information on temperature, wind conditions, humidity, and air quality. Current forecasts indicate cloudy skies and foggy conditions for the next few days.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences to Myanmar's military chief following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake. India launched 'Operation Brahma', sending over 80 NDRF personnel and crucial supplies to assist in the aftermath, showing solidarity with its neighbour in this humanitarian crisis.
Mumbai traffic police penalized 17,800 motorists for violating road rules during New Year celebrations, collecting Rs 89.19 lakh in fines. Actions included drunk driving, obstructing traffic, not wearing helmets or seat belts, jumping signals, speed violations, and using phones while driving. Security was tightened at key locations to prevent incidents.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized the need to avoid service extensions and post-retirement recruitment to ensure fairness and meritocracy in public service commissions. He highlighted the necessity of curbing paper leaks, fostering a harmonious political climate, and strengthening institutions for India's progress.
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.