Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi criticized the Waqf Amendment Bill, calling it an attempt to dilute the Constitution and disenfranchise minorities. He accused the BJP of misleading claims about the original Act and fostering religious disputes. Concerns were raised about the definition of Muslims and potential misuse of UAPA.
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Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi announced the party's decision to contest the 2027 Goa assembly elections independently, along with the upcoming Zilla Parishad and municipal elections. In the 2024 General Elections, BJP and INC each won a parliamentary seat, while BJP led the 2022 Goa Legislative Assembly elections with 20 seats and the highest vote share of 33.31%.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized the lack of coordination in the INDIA bloc post-Lok Sabha elections and attributed the issue to Congress. National Conference leader Omar Abdullah also echoed similar concerns, emphasizing the need for clarity on the alliance’s future amid rising tensions between Congress and the AAP ahead of the Delhi assembly elections.
Haryana BJP chief Mohanlal Badoli and a singer were booked for allegedly gang-raping a woman in a Kasauli hotel. The accused filmed the act and threatened the victim. An FIR was filed naming Badoli and Rocky, leading to charges under sections 376 D and 506 of the IPC.
Three people were trampled to death and two others severely injured by wild elephants near Gundalakona in Andhra Pradesh. They were part of a group of 30 devotees en route to Siddheswara Swamy temple for Maha Shivaratri festivities. The government has announced ex-gratia for the victims' families and tightened precautions in the area.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held a meeting of the Sangathan Parv Workshop on Sunday at the party headquarters extension office in the national capital. During the meeting, a decision was taken to celebrate Atal Jayanti for a whole year from December 25, 2024, to December 25, 2025, as good governance and to celebrate Samvidhan Parv.
Senior Awami League leader Rabbi Alam has claimed that Sheikh Hasina will return as the prime minister of Bangladesh. He thanked India for providing a safe haven for Hasina, who fled last year after violent clashes. Mohammed Yunus led the interim government and sought Hasina's extradition, which India hasn't officially responded to yet.
Various social organizations from Jind, Bhiwani, and Rohtak are demanding the arrest of BJP state president Mohan Lal Badoli and singer Rocky Mittal for alleged gang rape. Protestors, supported by women's and employee unions, criticized BJP's inaction despite an FIR filed 45 days ago. They call for a fair investigation and expressed concerns over women's safety under BJP rule.