Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka on April 5 after attending the BIMSTECH summit in Thailand. The visit aims to finalize agreements discussed during Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's previous visit to Delhi and to initiate the Sampur Power Plant project in Trincomalee.
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The Allahabad high court has stayed the arrest of SP MP Ziaur Rahman Barq, implicated in the violence during a survey of Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal, UP. The court has allowed the investigation to continue and instructed Barq to cooperate with the authorities. The clashes resulted in multiple casualties.
Nearly 77% of beneficiaries of the first batch of PM Awas Yojna (Urban) 2.0 are women, including single women and widows. About 3.1 lakh out of 3.5 lakh approved houses will be allotted to SC, ST, and OBCs. The scheme, promoting inclusiveness and equality, also benefits transgenders, senior citizens, unmarried women, widows, and separated female beneficiaries.
Congress accused Arvind Kejriwal of being involved in a 382 crore health scam based on 14 CAG reports, revealing the mishandling of funds in Delhi hospitals. They allege the expenditure of Rs. 382.52 crores more than the tender amount, calling it a reason for the delay in presenting the CAG report.
Rekha Gupta, a first-time MLA and long-time RSS associate, is set to become the fourth woman chief minister of Delhi, marking the BJP’s return to power in the capital after 27 years. Gupta’s appointment follows the BJP’s historic win in the recent Delhi Assembly elections.
The Allahabad HC ruled that a woman's refusal to adhere to the 'purdah' tradition is not cruelty towards her spouse, and cannot justify divorce. The judgement came as the court granted divorce on other grounds, noting both parties were financially independent, thus no alimony was needed.
The inaugural edition of the Kho Kho World Cup in New Delhi came to a close with both the Men's and Women's Indian teams lifting the trophy. But the memorable tournament that mesmerised the nation and captured the imaginations of global audiences left unforgettable memories behind for many. The tournament kicked off with a vibrant cultural festival welcoming the 23 participating nations from across six continents.
Jammu and Kashmir Congress leader Tariq Hameed Karra criticized the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and Waqf amendment bill, calling them tools to spread hatred and divide the nation. He also expressed doubts about the upcoming union budget, fearing it won’t address issues like unemployment and inflation. Karra emphasized the importance of Gandhian values and accused the BJP of fostering division to maintain power, citing failures in economic and foreign policies.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized focusing on improving infrastructure, amenities, and transportation networks in naturally growing urban zones. He suggests prioritizing vertical development over creating new cities to better manage growth and decongestion. The housing ministry aims to develop a framework for transit-oriented development while collaborating with states.
Many women voters in Delhi prioritized education, safety, and employment over financial aid promises by political parties. While BJP, AAP, and Congress pledged monthly allowances for women, voters like Madhu and Priya Sharma dismissed them as mere poll tactics, demanding real development. Others, like house help Meena Kumari, saw the financial aid as beneficial. The election results on Saturday will decide whether AAP retains power or BJP and Congress make a comeback.
Kamal Haasan stressed the importance of linguistic pride among Tamilians and warned against underestimating their language preferences. He made these remarks amid the ongoing conflict between the state and Centre over the National Education Policy. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan clarified that NEP 2020 does not mandate any language.