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The unemployment rate for people aged 15 years and above in urban areas decreased to 6.4 per cent in the October-December quarter of 2024, as per the National Sample Survey. The labour force participation rate also rose slightly to 50.4 per cent during the same period.
The Rajasthan High Court has upheld its suspension of the 2021 sub-inspector recruitments, affected by leaks, after the state government argued against canceling test results abruptly. The stay was imposed in November 2024, preventing 859 recruits from field postings until further notice. The court will review the matter on February 10.
The Supreme Court has restricted the Enforcement Directorate from accessing or copying content from electronic devices seized from Santiago Martin and his associates. The decision could impact investigative agencies' policies on confiscating digital devices. The case involves Martin's company allegedly monopolizing the lottery business in Meghalaya.
Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha shared a video criticizing Arvind Kejriwal's unfulfilled promise to make Delhi as clean as Paris. The Congress leader compared the current situation of Delhi with piles of garbage to Kejriwal's 2019 promise. Rahul Gandhi also accused both Kejriwal and PM Modi of making false promises. Delhi assembly elections are scheduled for February 5.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accuses Delhi's AAP government of wasting a decade by fighting with the Centre and urges citizens to give the BJP a chance to transform Delhi. He assures the continuation of public welfare schemes and promises to address corruption and developmental issues, highlighting the need for change.
A stampede occurred at the Maha Kumbh during the 'Amrit Snan' on 'Mauni Amavasya,' attended by an estimated 10 crore devotees. Several individuals got injured and were taken to a central hospital. Officials confirmed some fatalities but ensured the situation was under control.
India extended duty-free import of yellow peas until the end of May to ensure affordable pulse availability and support farmers. Meanwhile, a 10% duty is imposed on lentil imports. The moves seek to balance domestic production and imports, addressing price concerns and supply gaps in the market.
The government has found around 5.6 lakh beneficiaries over 100 years old under the food security scheme through e-KYC. Over 30.6 lakh Antyodaya Anna Yojana ration cards have been issued to the poorest families, and 2.2 crore beneficiaries are in the 'silent ration card' category.
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah stated the implementation of three new criminal laws has been largely successful, with minor issues to be addressed. The laws replace the colonial-era IPC, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act. Abdullah emphasized public awareness of these laws in colleges and forums, and clarified no security discussions occurred during the review meeting.
The Supreme Court urged the central government to establish guidelines for regulating social media content after controversy over explicit content involving comedian Samay Raina and Ranveer Allahbadia. The court emphasized the need for limited regulatory measures without leading to censorship, ensuring the appropriateness of online humor.