The appointment of Rajiv Gauba and SK Mishra has heightened expectations of the government filling several key vacancies, including revenue secretary and RBI deputy governor. Many posts have been vacant for months, with some positions facing upcoming vacancies.
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Delhi's new chief minister, Rekha Gupta, expressed disbelief and gratitude upon assuming office, describing it as a dreamlike experience. Gupta, the BJP's first CM in Delhi since 1998, acknowledged her family's crucial support and the significant reduction in personal time since taking on the role. She highlighted the importance of her family's companionship as she navigates her responsibilities.
In Mehrauli, BJP's Gajender Singh Yadav won with 45,000 votes, while independent candidate Balyogi Baba Balaknath surprisingly outperformed Congress's Pushpa Singh by securing 9,667 votes. AAP's Mahender Chaudhary was a close runner-up with 45,627 votes. Balaknath, a 34-year-old priest with declared assets worth Rs 39.1 lakh, contested independently and has no criminal record.
Excited fans gathered at Arun Jaitley Stadium early in the morning for Virat Kohli's first Ranji match in over 12 years. Over 13,000 people, including those who traveled long distances, eagerly filled the stands to see Kohli, showing unbridled enthusiasm even though he did not get to bat on Day 1.
From April, automobile manufacturers must recycle at least 8% of steel from vehicles sold in 2005-06, increasing to 18% by 2035-36 per new EPR norms. Compliance includes obtaining EPR certificates from authorized scrapping facilities, promoting consumer awareness, and tracking activities on a centralized portal managed by CPCB.
Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta criticised Congress and AAP for neglecting the issues of Delhi residents during their respective tenures. She highlighted her government's prompt approval of the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme, accusing the opposition of stalling important initiatives and fearing her administration's transparency.
Opposition parties criticized the Union Budget as a disappointment, especially for states not ruled by the NDA. Congress accused the government of lacking new ideas, while leaders from TMC, DMK, and RJD expressed concerns over the Budget's focus on Bihar and neglect of states like West Bengal and Jharkhand. The middle class also felt let down.
Justice C T Ravikumar, hailing from a scheduled caste family in Kerala, pursued a successful career in law, culminating as a judge of the Supreme Court of India. His retirement on January 5 marked the end of an over four-decade-long judicial journey filled with dedication and respect for the legal profession.
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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.