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Reacting to the demands by Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal to remove Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's tomb, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut said that the tomb is a symbol of the bravery of Marathas, and future generations should know about it.
Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav announced the closure of liquor shops in 17 holy towns to curb alcohol consumption in religious areas. The decision from the cabinet meeting in Khargone includes shutting down vends in Ujjain and other municipalities, urban councils, and village panchayats, with a continued ban around Narmada river.
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized that the recent Delhi poll verdict will ensure a government that addresses the citizens' interests and aligns with India's Viksit Bharat 2047 aspirations. She highlighted the importance of prioritizing human development indicators and enhancing fundamental infrastructure such as schools and hospitals.
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The Supreme Court reprimanded comedian Samay Raina for his comments in Canada about the ongoing case involving his show 'India’s Got Latent'. The court also allowed podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia to resume his podcast, emphasising the importance of balancing freedom of expression with morality. The bench also extended the interim protection from arrest granted to Allahbadia till further orders, while asking him to join investigation in Guwahati.
Former Delhi chief minister and AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal wishes happy birthday to his colleague and ex-deputy CM Manish Sisodia, lauding his contributions to education in Delhi. AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh also praises Sisodia for making Delhi's education model famous nationally and globally.
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