A World Bank report reveals India's significant progress in poverty reduction, with extreme poverty plummeting from 16.2% in 2011-12 to 2.3% in 2022-23, lifting 171 million people out of extreme poverty. The rural-urban gap has narrowed, and India has transitioned into the lower-middle-income category.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, where he performed a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam alongside Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister. He expressed a deep spiritual connection with the sacred waters. The event has attracted millions of devotees and will continue until February 26.
Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar admitted to a public rift within his family, leading him to alter his assertive tone. Pawar criticized local authorities for uncleanliness in Jalna and addressed the reduction of lifespan due to air pollution while urging public hygiene improvements.
Douglas Thrams, a 23-year-old man from Indiana, has been arrested by the FBI for posting videos on TikTok that threaten President Donald Trump. Thrams allegedly advocated violence against the government and explicitly called for Trump's assassination. He is currently in custody, awaiting his court appearance and has yet to obtain legal representation.
‘Chhaava,’ a historical drama starring Vicky Kaushal, chronicles the bravery of Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. The film opened with record-breaking numbers, crossing Rs.100 crore in its debut weekend despite a dip on Monday. Directed by Laxman Utekar, it highlights significant moments in Sambhaji's life.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin criticizes the BJP-led central govt for its 'anti-Hindi' stance, claiming the push for Hindi dominance endangers regional languages. Stalin argues that native languages in North India are becoming relics and denounces the three-language policy as a threat to Tamil culture. BJP leader Soundarajan accuses the DMK of hypocrisy on the language issue.
In Meerut, a family of five, including Mohammad Moin, his wife, and three young daughters, were found murdered in their locked house. The discovery was made after neighbors broke the lock following concerns from relatives. The house showed signs of a struggle, with Moin tied to a bed and the other victims hidden inside a storage compartment.
Immigration attorneys report an increase in the secondary inspection and detention of green card holders by the US Custom and Border Protection (CBP), particularly targeting elderly Indian residents. Attorneys advise against surrendering green cards at the airport, stressing the importance of a hearing before an immigration judge.
The Joint Parliamentary Committee studying the Waqf (Amendment) Bill will recommend that the 'Limitation Act' apply to property claims in 'waqf' from the day the new law is enacted, to prevent adverse possession claims. They will also recommend measures to protect tribal lands from being declared as 'waqf land'. The report will be adopted on Wednesday.
In the middle of the night, the President expressed his anger over a distorted portrait of himself in Colorado's State Capitol, blaming the state's Democrat Governor Jared Polis. He also criticized CBS for a 'puff piece' on George Clooney and slammed The New York Times for biased reporting.