The Modi government has shifted its narrative on Jammu and Kashmir to highlight its historic contributions to India's spiritual and cultural heritage. Home minister Amit Shah unveiled a new publication, emphasizing the region's significance and calling for a reassessment of history written from an Indian perspective.
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The governance dispute at Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics has intensified after trustees replaced economist Sanjeev Sanyal with ex-judge SC Dharmadhikari as chancellor. Interim VC Shankar Das challenged the decision, citing UGC regulations, while the Servants of India Society accused Sanyal of inaction over the institution's declining credentials, prompting demands for a new chancellor.
Celebrated on February 26, 2025, Maha Shivratri is a significant Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees observe the night through fasting, praying, meditation, and seeking spiritual growth. It's a time for family gatherings and community prayers, seeking blessings for peace, strength, and happiness. Quotes and messages are shared to spread positivity and divine blessings on this auspicious occasion.
Saif Ali Khan has returned home after a five-day hospitalization following a robbery where he was stabbed multiple times. The actor is moving back to his previous Bandra residence with his family for better security. The attacker, Mohd Shariful Islam Shehzad, was arrested while attempting to flee to Bangladesh, raising concerns about the safety of high-profile individuals.
Pakistan's defence minister admitted to undertaking "dirty work" for the United States and the West for three decades, acknowledging it as a mistake that led to suffering. Following the Pahalgam attack, which resulted in 26 deaths, the government responded by suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, closing the Attari ICP, and reducing diplomatic staff.
The Bengal government has suspended 12 doctors from Midnapore Medical College and Hospital following the death of a woman post-C-section. A CID probe has been ordered to establish criminal negligence. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee emphasized accountability and mandated eight-hour hospital shifts for senior doctors. The preliminary report highlighted negligence, improper procedures, and the unsanitary use of RL batches.
Vodafone Idea (Vi) plans to launch its 5G mobile broadband service in March with competitively priced plans, aiming to reclaim market share from Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel. The initial rollout will focus on 75 major cities and industrial hubs, with an emphasis on affordability and enhanced coverage.
The Congress demanded an all-party meeting and special Parliament session to discuss the India-Pakistan ceasefire, Operation Sindoor, and the Pahalgam incident. Jairam Ramesh questioned possible third-party mediation and diplomatic talks with Pakistan. Citing ex-army chiefs, he urged the PM to respond. He also recalled Indira Gandhi’s 1981 IMF negotiations, highlighting her decisive leadership during international crises.
A priest, Iyyagari Venkata Sai Krishna, was sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering aspiring TV actress, Kuruganti Apsara, in June 2023. He bludgeoned her to death and concealed her body in a sealed manhole. The court fined him Rs 10 lakh.
Manipur's political landscape faces uncertainty as BJP's Northeast minder Sambit Patra and other allies meet governor AK Bhalla for a successor to caretaker CM N Biren Singh. The Congress warns of a constitutional crisis, as the assembly's budget session was declared null and void following Biren's resignation.