The Indian government criticized the Washington Post, accusing it of fostering relentless hostility towards India after reports surfaced about India's alleged covert operations in the Maldives and Pakistan. New Delhi dismissed these claims as baseless and emphasized Pakistan's role in sponsoring terrorism instead.
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Atishi, opposition leader in Delhi assembly, criticized the BJP government for slashing funds in key sectors like education and health in its budget. She claimed the move aimed to weaken public services and accused the government of hiding the Economic Survey to avoid revealing the 'hollow budget.' Atishi called the budget a 'jumla' and demanded the real figures be presented.
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai paid tribute to the DRG jawans who died in an IED blast in Bijapur, calling their sacrifice for the betterment of Chhattisgarh. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Deputy CM Arun Sao also condemned the attack, vowing to eradicate Naxalism by March 2026. Eight security personnel and a vehicle driver were killed in the incident.
Justice Surya Kant of the Supreme Court emphasizes that the true measure of a court's success is its impact on litigants and timely justice delivery. He praises the Kenyan Supreme Court for its efficiency and stresses that technology in case management should not compromise fairness. Judicial independence and transparency are key to combating corruption and ensuring public trust.
Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union elections for 2024-25 are scheduled for April 25, with results on April 28, following student protests over delays. The election process includes nomination filings on April 15, a presidential debate on April 23, and a no-campaign day on April 24. Last year's elections saw the United Left alliance winning three central panel posts.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of Art of Living, unveiled rare relics of the original Somnath Jyotirlingam in Delhi during a Maha Satsang titled Anandam. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, who attended the event, praised the organization’s Yamuna cleanup efforts and announced plans for a riverfront project.
The Supreme Court has temporarily stopped the trial court proceedings against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case. This case involves allegations that Gandhi made defamatory remarks about home minister Amit Shah during the AICC’s plenary sessions in Jharkhand in 2018. The Court has asked for responses from the Jharkhand government and the complainant within four weeks.
Steve Jobs' handwritten letter expressing his desire to attend the Kumbh Mela fetched $500,312.50 at auction. His wife, Laurene Powell Jobs, fulfilled his wish by attending the 2025 event despite facing allergies. She participated in spiritual practices under the name 'Kamala,' given by her guru. This visit honors Steve Jobs' spiritual journey and Indian traditions.
Rahul Gandhi will begin his campaign in Delhi for the upcoming assembly polls, addressing a rally in Seelampur on January 13. This marks his first rally in the capital, set to take place against the backdrop of earlier events by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and following a month-long Congress yatra.
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