BJP leader Champai Soren criticised the Hemant Soren government over the state's law-and-order situation after the murder of BJP leader Anil Mahto. The incident led to protests and a bandh by BJP and AJSU Party. Police have arrested one suspect and an investigation is ongoing.
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The Chhattisgarh government canceled the police recruitment exam in Rajnandgaon district following allegations of irregularities. This decision came after constable Anil Ratnakar, one of the suspects, died by suicide, alleging that lower-ranked officers were blamed while seniors were protected. Six people were arrested for manipulating exam scores.
Congress leaders Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Rahul Gandhi criticised the Centre for conducting former PM Manmohan Singh's cremation at Nigambodh Ghat rather than an official memorial site. They assert it disrespects Singh's legacy and the dignity of his former position. BJP responds, defending preparations for a future memorial while accusing Congress of politicising the issue.
India's tax policy has evolved significantly since the 1970s, when Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's government imposed a 97.5% income tax rate to promote economic equality. This policy led to massive tax evasion and a shrinking tax base, prompting reforms. By Budget 2025, a more progressive tax framework is anticipated, focusing on growth and taxpayer relief.
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Congress MP Manish Tewari emphasized that the INDIA bloc was created to protect the nation's essence, not just for elections. His comments follow Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut's concerns over Congress's role in the alliance's disunity post-Lok Sabha elections. AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal clarified that Delhi elections will be an AAP and BJP contest.
An intruder targeted actor Saif Ali Khan's residence after a failed attempt at another flat in the same building. The suspect scaled walls, used ladders, and evaded CCTV cameras. He clashed with Khan's family and staff before fleeing. Police obtained his image from CCTV during the break-in attempt.
India plans to highlight its concerns over the European Union's proposed Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) during Ursula von der Leyen's visit. The CBAM, set to be implemented next year, will impose a border tax on carbon-intensive goods, potentially impacting India's trade, particularly affecting small and medium-sized businesses in sectors like steel and aluminium.
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