West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticized BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari for his communal remarks about Muslim MLAs in the assembly. Banerjee accused the BJP of trying to divert attention from economic issues by making such statements. She urged the assembly to pass a resolution condemning Adhikari's remarks and emphasized the responsibility of protecting Hindus lies with everyone.
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AAP leader Raghav Chadha credited the launch of the 'Udaan Yatri Cafe' at Chennai airport, following its initial launch in Kolkata, aimed at providing affordable food to passengers. He raised concerns about high prices and poor management at airports and emphasized continuing efforts to address public interests.
Residents in Manipur's Kamjong district set a temporary Assam Rifles camp on fire during protests against continuous frisking and harassment. The situation escalated when Assam Rifles personnel stopped timber transport, despite a local MLA's intervention. The confrontation led to the firing of tear gas and air shots, further fueling the unrest.
Congress will hold 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim and Jai Samvidhan' rally in Karnataka's Belgaum on 21st January to demand Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation over his statement on BR Ambedkar, KC Venugopal, AICC General Secretary (Organisation), said.
Karnataka Law Minister H K Patil hinted at the possible discussion of the caste census report in the next cabinet meeting. The report, submitted last year, faced objections from Vokkaligas and Lingayats, calling it unscientific. The findings, collected by 1.6 lakh officials, remain unpublished and are considered politically sensitive.
The Election Commission of India has released the largest electoral dataset for the 2024 Lok Sabha and state assembly polls to enhance public trust. The data highlights a record number of voters and candidates, increased female participation, a significant rise in third-gender electors, and the highest voter turnout in Assam's Dhubri.
The Maharashtra cabinet announced mandatory FASTag toll collection from April 1 for all toll plazas in the state. Vehicles without FASTag will face double charges. Additionally, the cabinet approved revised rules of business to improve administrative efficiency, transparency, and decision-making processes in the state.
A 23-year-old truck driver, Vikas Bansode, was allegedly beaten to death in Beed, Maharashtra, by ten people, including truck owner Bhausaheb Kshirsagar, over a love affair. Lured under the pretext of Holi celebrations, Bansode and his friend were held captive and assaulted. He was later abandoned at a hospital, where he was declared dead. Police have arrested six suspects and are searching for the remaining accused.
Prime Minister Modi and J&K CM Omar Abdullah praised each other during the opening of the Sonamarg tunnel. Omar acknowledged Modi's commitment to free and fair elections. Modi promised statehood for J&K would be restored at an appropriate time, focusing on development and peace in the region.
BJP MP Anurag Thakur celebrated the party's significant victory in the Delhi Assembly elections, expressing gratitude to the voters and vowing to fulfill all promises. BJP won 48 seats, marking their return to power in Delhi after 27 years. AAP secured 22 seats, while Congress failed to win any. Thakur emphasized trust in PM Modi's governance.