BJP won the Ambala Sadar Municipal Council elections with 25 out of 32 seats, including the council president's seat. Minister Anil Vij praised the result as a reward for development efforts in the region. BJP supporters celebrated enthusiastically. The victory shows BJP's growing influence in Haryana and the decline of opposition parties.
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Punjab and Haryana HC has ordered a disability pension for the legal heirs of a soldier discharged due to neurosis from recurring nightmares after his lover's suicide. The soldier, invalided out in 1979, had moved HC in 2020 and passed away in 2021. Military authorities are directed to release benefits within three months.
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia's upcoming second national carrier, has seen significant interest from Indian aviation professionals, with India being one of the top sources of applications. The airline is preparing to launch operations soon and views India as a crucial market for growth. Partnerships with Indian carriers like IndiGo and Air India are being explored.
Needy Home Academy in Mapao Zingtun village, north of Imphal, stands as a beacon of unity amid Manipur's ethnic strife. With 632 students and 42 teachers from various backgrounds, the school fosters harmony despite external conflicts. Founded in 2004 by professors Raman and Angam, the institution emphasizes modern education and moral values, attracting students from diverse communities.
Delhi Police identified a juvenile responsible for sending hoax bomb threats to schools last year. His parent is connected to an NGO with links to a political party. The NGO had earlier questioned the legitimacy of terrorist Afzal Guru's hanging. The investigation is ongoing, and there have been at least seven confirmed instances of hoax emails.
Congress leader Pawan Khera has expressed concerns over Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's deteriorating health, alleging misuse of his signature by vested interests and a lack of governance. He also cited rising malnutrition rates and shortages in government hospitals as evidence of failed administration under the NDA.
Opposition parties in Rajya Sabha criticized PM Modi for not visiting Manipur after ethnic violence broke out in May 2023, arguing his absence suggested negligence. Treasury benches highlighted home minister Amit Shah's proactive measures, including a three-day visit and appointing former home secretary Ajay Bhalla as Manipur's governor.
Home minister Amit Shah launches 'Fast Track Immigration - Trusted Traveller Program' at seven new airports, enabling faster immigration for pre-verified flyers using biometric authentication. This expands the program previously running at Indira Gandhi International airport, aiming to provide seamless and secure international travel under the 'Viksit Bharat'@2047 vision.
The death toll from the LPG tanker accident on Jaipur-Ajmer national highway increased to 18, following the deaths of three additional burn victims, including a BEd student and two truck drivers. Fourteen patients remain in treatment at SMS Hospital, with one person being discharged.
A UP police constable from Amroha was killed when a banned Chinese manjha kite string slit his throat while he was riding a bike in Shahjahanpur. Despite wearing a helmet, the string quickly entangled around his neck, causing a fatal deep wound. Authorities are investigating the incident and have sent the body for autopsy.