West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's speech at Oxford was disrupted by two groups of protesters, causing chaos. Security had to intervene as protesters accused her of various allegations, with the incident highlighting political tensions and unrest among certain groups.
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BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya sharply criticised West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee over changes in the holiday schedule announced by Kolkata Municipal Corporation. He accused the TMC government of religious appeasement, alleging that the adjustment is aimed at consolidating Muslim votes while disadvantaging Hindu cultural observances.
A special MP-MLA court in Muzaffarnagar framed charges against several BJP leaders, including UP minister Kapil Dev Aggarwal and ex-Union minister Sanjeev Balyan, and others for their alleged roles in inciting violence during the 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots. The next hearing is scheduled for January 30.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the 15th Aero India, highlighting India's ambitious projections for the defence sector and the move towards self-reliance. With a record defence budget, the exhibition showcased India's industrial capabilities and technological advancements, attracting global participation. The event emphasizes international collaboration and domestic production achievements.
Jammu and Kashmir Assembly approved Rs 7,019.18 crore for key departments, targeting infrastructure expansion, job creation, and industrial growth. Deputy CM Choudhary highlighted initiatives like PMGSY, CRIF projects, startup support, and measures to curb illegal mining. The government aims to augment governance, digital reforms, and modernise vocational training, fostering overall regional economic development.
Ministry of finance has instructed its employees not to use AI tools such as ChatGPT and DeepSeek on office devices, citing confidentiality risks. A memo issued last month emphasized the potential dangers AI tools pose to government data. This follows similar actions by Australia and Italy over privacy concerns. Meanwhile, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman visits India as DeepSeek garners attention for its low-cost, efficient AI offerings.
A 17-year-old youth was killed and two of his friends were critically injured when they tried to pry open a shell at the Army Firing Range in Madhya Pradesh's Datia district. Believing the shell was a spent explosive, it detonated, resulting in the death of Ganga Ram and severe injuries to Ramu and Manoj.
President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to Bangladesh on their 54th Independence Day, emphasizing the shared history and bilateral partnership. They reiterated India's commitment to a democratic and stable Bangladesh, while acknowledging its pivotal role in India's regional policies.
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