West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee asserted that India owes its independence to Bengal, highlighting the contributions of Rabindranath Tagore and Subhas Chandra Bose. Speaking at the Kanyashree scheme's anniversary, she condemned discrimination against Bengalis and emphasized Bengal's commitment to unity.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Rahul Gandhi's remarks regarding the Galwan clash, following the Supreme Court's disapproval. Modi stated that such immature comments about India's borders and armed forces are detrimental. He emphasized that the court's rebuke serves as a lesson to those making unsubstantiated claims about national security.
The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of an Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Guwahati, marking the second IIM in the North East and the 22nd nationwide. With a committed investment exceeding Rs 500 crore, this initiative aims to enhance management education, foster entrepreneurship, and bolster economic growth in the region.
The Congress party has launched a portal to garner public support for Rahul Gandhi's "vote chori" allegations, demanding digital voter rolls. The platform showcases purported evidence of electoral fraud and encourages citizens to register their opposition. Gandhi claims a BJP-ECI collusion led to manipulated voter lists, citing a Karnataka constituency as an example.
President Trump declared that the U.S. will not engage in trade negotiations with India until the existing tariff dispute is resolved. This decision follows the U.S. imposing a 50% tariff on Indian exports, citing concerns over India's trade imbalance and continued purchase of Russian oil.
India's Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to publicly display the names of voters removed from Bihar's electoral rolls after a special revision. This decision was hailed by the opposition, with Congress leaders calling it a "ray of hope" and a victory for democracy.
Rajiv Pratap Rudy appeared to secure victory over Sanjeev Balyan in the Constitution Club of India's secretary (administration) election. The high-profile contest drew prominent figures from various parties, including Amit Shah, Sonia Gandhi and J P Nadda, resulting in a significant voter turnout.
Nearly 580 National Highway projects, valued at approximately Rs 3.9 lakh crore, are facing delays, while another 200 projects worth Rs 1.6 lakh crore are yet to commence. Land acquisition hurdles, contractor-related issues, and pending clearances are the primary causes.