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Nadda targets Rahul Gandhi over police station dharna, BJP accuses him of 'politics of anarchy'
Union Minister JP Nadda on Friday slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for staging a dharna at the Parliament Street police station seeking the registration of an FIR and said that the entire nation is once again witnessing the kind of cheap, attention-seeking politics that Rahul Gandhi displayed outside the Sansad Marg police station. He said Rahul Gandhi's sit-in protest today is neither for the students nor for the sake of justice but it is a symbol of the Congress party's political desperation and Rahul Gandhi's hunger for media attention.
India, Nepal to drone-map 'Dasgaja' encroachments after Balen remark row
In a significant move towards resolving land disputes, India and Nepal will utilize drones to meticulously map border encroachments in the Dasgaja regions. This collaborative effort will provide a verified technical account of disputed areas, facilitating future discussions on land restoration and compensation. By addressing cross-border land occupation, the initiative aims to mitigate long-standing issues and deter minor conflicts from escalating.
'Think beyond today, build tomorrow's India': PM Modi's big message to top officials in high-level meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held the third high-level meeting with secretaries of the Central government, urging senior officials to look beyond immediate challenges and focus on preparing India for the years ahead. The meeting, held at the Prime Minister's residence at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, focused on the future agenda of ministries and departments dealing with infrastructure and connectivity, security and foreign affairs, as well as governance.
'Janata kar degi tukde-tukde': Jitan Ram Manjhi's explosive warning over Vande Mataram row
Union Minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) president Jitan Ram Manjhi has targeted those opposing the full rendition of the national song Vande Mataram, warning that people would give a strong response if the issue continued to be raised. The remarks came amid a political controversy over the singing of Vande Mataram, which has received legal protection similar to that accorded to the national anthem, Jana Gana Mana. Manjhi made the remarks in a post on social media platform X, where he referred to the "tukde-tukde gang". However, he did not name any political party or individual in his p
SC orders clinics for periodic health checkup of captive elephants
The Supreme Court has mandated that the Centre set up specialized clinics for captive elephants, ensuring they receive essential periodic health checkups. Additionally, the ruling requires DNA mapping of each captive elephant to combat illegal trade. The court emphasizes the importance of maintaining these animals' welfare, instructing states to complete DNA profiling to thwart unlawful commercial activities and transfers.
NCERT recasts political science textbook panel; 4 with RSS links among 20 members
NCERT has recast the team for preparing political science textbooks for Classes XI and XII, with one of the two books slated to be ready by Nov. The 20-member panel includes faculty from JNU, DU, IGNOU and NLU Delhi, among others. At least four members have links, past or present, with organisations associated with RSS-BJP.
If accused has right to silence, cops have right to arrest: SC
Counsel for Sumit Roy emphasized his right to silence in a land-grabbing case, while the Supreme Court highlighted the police's equal authority to make arrests. Following court directives, Roy presented himself to the investigation officer but chose not to respond to the questions asked by the authorities. The court had previously granted him interim pre-arrest bail, providing some protection amidst this legal turmoil.
ED takes big action in money laundering case linked to Jauhar University, raids 10 locations
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday took a significant action in a money laundering case linked to Mohammad Ali Jauhar University in Rampur. The ED's Lucknow Zonal Office conducted searched at 10 locations across Rampur, Saharanpur, and Delhi under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). According to the ED, the investigation pertains to the alleged illegal acquisition of land for the university and the alleged misappropriation of government funds. Allegations regarding the diversion of government funds for the construction of university buildings are also being investigated.
ED takes big action in money laundering case linked to Jauhar University, raids 10 locations
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday took a significant action in a money laundering case linked to Mohammad Ali Jauhar University in Rampur. The ED's Lucknow Zonal Office conducted searched at 10 locations across Rampur, Saharanpur, and Delhi under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). According to the ED, the investigation pertains to the alleged illegal acquisition of land for the university and the alleged misappropriation of government funds. Allegations regarding the diversion of government funds for the construction of university buildings are also being investigated.
AAP leader Satyendar Jain, other accused sent to judicial custody a day after arrest in Jal Board case
On Wednesday, the Rouse Avenue Court remanded five accused—including former minister Satyendar Jain—to 14 days of judicial custody in connection with the Delhi Jal Board sewage treatment plant (STP) tender case. Meanwhile, accused Anil Srivastava was sent to police custody for two days for interrogation. The court also dismissed Satyendar Jain's plea challenging the legality of his arrest by the police. The Rouse Avenue Court also granted two days of police custody for Ankit Srivastava in connection with the alleged Delhi Jal Board scam case. The Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) had arrested S
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