A CRPF jawan, Munir Ahmed, is contesting his dismissal after being accused of concealing his marriage to a Pakistani national, despite claiming he received official permission. Ahmed asserts he informed the CRPF of his marriage and followed protocol, including applying for a Long-Term Visa for his wife.
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Gurpreet Singh Bhangu, a farmer from Baggeana village in Faridkot, faced multiple failures in his attempts at dairy farming and horse trading. Unable to succeed locally, he attempted to migrate to the US but was deported. Baggeana's former panchayat member and local authorities stress the need for government support to prevent such ordeals for aspiring migrants.
Prime Minister Modi on Tuesday accused Rahul Gandhi of using the language of urban Naxals and making unfounded accusations against the government. Modi defended the government's efforts to support the OBC community and took jabs at Gandhi's comments on foreign policy and President Murmu's speech. He also mocked some of the claims made by Rahul's father and former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.
Amid rumours of a divorce between cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his wife Dhanashree Verma, the latter addressed baseless allegations and character assassination by trolls on social media. Both unfollowed each other recently, fueling the speculation. Dhanashree stressed on holding on to her values and focusing on the truth.
An Israeli airstrike has reportedly caused the complete destruction of Sanaa airport in Yemen, following a Houthi missile attack targeting Israel's Ben Gurion Airport. The strikes also hit power stations, causing power cuts in Sanaa and Hodeida. The Houthis have vowed to retaliate, declaring their continued support for Gaza amidst ongoing Red Sea attacks.
Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda criticized West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for obstructing the Ayushman Bharat scheme, predicting a BJP victory in the state. Speaking in Odisha, Nadda cited Delhi and Odisha as examples where resistance to the scheme preceded electoral setbacks for opposing parties.
Cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin's surprise retirement announcement after India's recent Test victory sparked an outpouring of accolades. Matthew Hayden commended Ashwin's sharp cricketing mind and strategic prowess. Known for his thoughtful approach and self-belief, Ashwin concluded his Test career with impressive statistics, including 537 wickets and 3,503 runs in 106 matches.
Karukachal police arrested Anshad Kabir and Ujaz Abdul Salam, both natives of Kanjirappally, in connection with the death of Neethu Krishnan. The investigation revealed that Krishnan's death, initially reported as a traffic accident near Karukachal, was actually a murder. Police determined that the suspects were acquainted with the victim and aware of the crime; the investigation is ongoing to determine the motive.
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi alleged that state VCs were warned against attending a Raj Bhavan conference, a claim the DMK government refuted, calling the conference 'illegal'. Ravi accused the government of threatening VCs, while the Higher Education Minister criticized Ravi for defying the law after a Supreme Court verdict favoring the state in VC appointments.
Starting April 1, 2025, various regulatory and financial changes, including revised income tax slabs, updated UPI regulations, and the introduction of the Unified Pension Scheme, will impact taxpayers, digital payment users, and pensioners. These changes aim to lower tax burdens, offer TDS relief, and adjust tolls, medicine, and gas prices.