The Supreme Court, deeply concerned about illegal constructions on the Ganges' banks, has instructed the Centre and Bihar government to submit status reports detailing actions taken to remove encroachments.
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Belagavi will commemorate the 100th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi's 1924 Congress session. Nearby Hudali, where Gandhi stayed in 1937, continues his teachings of self-reliance and non-violence. The village thrives on Khadi production, abstains from alcohol and tobacco, and maintains communal harmony, making it a model of Gandhi's vision for rural India.
Ulhanathan Arunchalam Maruthuvar, a key player in the Rs 122 crore New India Coop Bank scam, was arrested by Mumbai's Economic Offences Wing. This marks the sixth arrest in the case. Arunchalam's capture follows a lookout circular and raids on his properties, restricting his movements and leading to his detention.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar assured Union home minister Amit Shah he would remain in the BJP-led NDA alliance, attributing prior departures to mistakes. Kumar highlighted developmental work under his leadership and criticized previous governments ahead of the state assembly elections.
Delhi chief minister Atishi announced that drivers and conductors of DTC and Cluster buses would be suspended if they drive away from designated stops without picking up female passengers. She urged women to post photos of such incidents on social media. The Delhi government reimburses for pink passes, allowing free travel for women, ensuring there is no financial loss involved.
Reports indicate that TMC members allegedly incited Bangladeshi individuals to instigate minor disturbances during protests against the Waqf Act in Murshidabad. However, the situation escalated into communal violence, resulting in casualties and displacement of Hindu families to Malda. The central government has sought clarification from West Bengal regarding the alleged failure to protect citizens and railway assets during the unrest.
Union minister Ramdas Athawale has demanded the resignation of Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann over the vandalism of Baba Saheb Ambedkar's statue in Amritsar. He accused the Aam Aadmi Party government of "laxity" in the matter and called for Mann to take moral responsibility. Athawale also criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for threatening the constitution.
Sharad Pawar, NCP-SP chief, invites PM Modi to inaugurate the Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in Delhi. This gesture is seen as gratitude for granting classical language status to Marathi. The event, first organized in 1878, holds historical significance. Shiv Sena highlights that the classical language status resulted from collective efforts, not attributed to one leader alone.