A district court rejected the interim bail plea of Shahi Jama Masjid president Zafar Ali, scheduling his regular bail petition for April 2. He was arrested for his alleged involvement in the November 24 violence triggered by a survey of the mosque, leading to five deaths and significant unrest.
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Prashant Kishor expressed his support for TVK president Vijay, vowing to assist in securing a victory in the 2026 assembly election. Kishor highlighted TVK as a movement for change, emphasizing shared values of dignity, equality, and opportunity, and urged party members to strengthen their efforts in the coming months.
A 12-year-old boy in Bijnor's Pawti village took his life by hanging himself with his mother's sari after being dissatisfied with a pair of sandals his father bought for his school's Republic Day event. His family assured him the sandals would be replaced, but he retreated to his room and hanged himself.
A speeding Mercedes with a Chandigarh registration number killed four people and critically injured two others near Sai Baba Temple on Rajpur Road in Dehradun. The driver fled the scene. Authorities are working to identify the driver and have linked 11-12 vehicles to the case.
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A major security breach in President Trump's administration revealed operational details of airstrikes against Yemeni Houthis via a leaked Signal chat. Top officials, including the defense secretary and national security adviser, were involved in the discussions. Despite the leak, the White House claims no classified information was compromised. This incident has raised concerns about the administration's handling of sensitive information.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis stated it is unfortunate that the government must protect Aurangzeb's grave amid calls for its removal. He emphasised adherence to legal procedures due to the site's protected status, ensured by the Archaeological Survey of India. Fadnavis lauded Shivaji Maharaj for his role in securing religious freedom.
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Chennai's Chembarambakkam Lake is nearing full capacity due to heavy rainfall, prompting authorities to release 1,000 cusecs of water starting Friday morning. A flood warning has been issued for nearby areas, including villages along the Adyar River. With inflow exceeding 6,000 cusecs and expected to rise, officials warn the release volume will likely increase to prevent widespread flooding.
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