Following the Pahalgam terror attack, India responded firmly, prompting Pakistan to issue threats against any "misadventure." India summoned Pakistan's diplomat, declared military diplomats persona non grata, and suspended the Indus Water Treaty and SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme. Pakistan's airspace was closed for Indian airlines.
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The Supreme Court is considering a plea from a non-believer Muslim seeking equitable property division under the Indian Succession Act. If accepted, this could lead to uniform succession laws for all faiths. The petitioner argues that Sharia law discriminates against women, impacting her inheritance rights. The Union government has been asked to file a detailed affidavit.
A 2.5-kilometre dredging project unified the Ganga's three streams for Maha Kumbh 2025, enhancing the event’s logistics and expanding the Mela area by 22 hectares. The intervention reclaimed land equivalent to 1,000 tennis courts, ensuring improved organization and accessibility for millions of devotees.
Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed Rajya Sabha that around 80 passenger trains will be kept on standby at 60 stations during festive occasions to manage crowd surges. A strict ticketing policy will be enforced. He also mentioned various measures to prevent train accidents and highlighted a commitment to modernizing railway operations, rejecting allegations of misconduct regarding recent incidents.
Samajwadi Party demanded the Election Commission for webcasting of all polling booths in Milkipur constituency by-elections to ensure free, fair, and transparent voting. This request follows the EC's decision to block public access to CCTV footage, citing voter privacy protection.
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At the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, young sanyasis are registering to become Naga sadhus across several akharas. After thorough screening, selected candidates undergo rituals such as tonsuring and pind daan, symbolizing detachment from the material world. The final initiation, involving naked participation in Amrit Snan, will complete their transformation into Naga sadhus.
The BJP has accused the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government in Karnataka of failing to uphold law and order following the brutal gang-rape of two women, including an Israeli tourist, near Hampi. The horrific incident has provoked widespread outrage, with opposition leaders criticizing the state government's priorities and actions.
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