BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad criticizes Rahul Gandhi for questioning India's merit system and doubts Gandhi's own qualifications for his role as the leader of the opposition. Gandhi's remarks highlighted the biases in India’s education and bureaucratic systems against Dalits, OBCs, and tribals.

Tensions rose in Etah's Mirhachi area after vandals damaged an idol of Lord Shani Dev in Datei village, marking the second such incident within a week. Police ensured a substantial presence and launched an investigation, while local residents were urged to remain peaceful.

Senior lawyer Kapil Sibal labelled the Election Commission of India as a 'dysfunctional' body that failed its constitutional duties, eroding public confidence. He emphasized the urgency to address these issues to preserve democracy amid accusations of voter list discrepancies by the Congress and TMC.

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal urged the INDIA alliance to present a united front with a formal structure and clear spokespersons. Highlighting internal conflicts, he emphasized the necessity for a cohesive policy approach to effectively counter the BJP. Sibal also discussed potential challenges and political implications related to upcoming issues like the Waqf (Amendment) Bill and delimitation.

India will experience a significant shift in mobile broadband, with 5G traffic predicted to surpass 4G usage by early next year. The expansion of 5G networks and a surge in 5G-compatible devices drive this change. The average 5G data consumption per user reaches 40 GB monthly. The trend sees notable growth in non-metro areas.

Chhattisgarh cabinet's new policy will aid Maoist violence victims and reintegrate surrendered Maoists. It offers land, compensation, and legal help. Civilian victims get land or financial support, and employment subsidies. Surrendered Maoists receive cash, land, and weapon surrender incentives. Free education and scholarships are provided for victims’ children. Development projects are set for villages with full Maoist surrender.

Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi defended Bihar CM Nitish Kumar against opposition criticism for allegedly disrespecting the national anthem, emphasizing Kumar’s good governance over 20 years. Manjhi dismissed recent doubts on Kumar's health and attacked RJD for their derogatory comments. Former differences between Kumar and Manjhi have since been resolved ahead of assembly polls under the NDA alliance.

Imarat Shariah, a major Muslim organisation in Bihar, has refused Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's Iftaar invitation, protesting his support for the Waqf Bill. They allege the bill will harm Muslims’ economic and educational status. Accusing Kumar of betraying his secular promises, the group deems his actions as tokenism. JD(U) has yet to respond.

Fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi, accused of defrauding Punjab National Bank, is living in Belgium after securing residency. Indian authorities are seeking his extradition. Choksi left India in 2018 and his whereabouts have frequently changed, previously residing in Antigua and Dominica before moving to Belgium.

The Supreme Court has initiated an inquiry into the fire at Justice Yashwant Varma's residence, where burnt currency notes were allegedly found. Justice Varma denies any wrongdoing, calling the allegations a conspiracy. A three-member panel will investigate the case and review forensic findings.

Delhi high court judge Yashwant Varma has vehemently denied allegations regarding the discovery of burnt currency at his residence after a fire incident. He calls the claims baseless and asserts that no cash was ever kept in the storeroom by him or his family. A three-member inquiry committee has been set up to investigate the accusations.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) attached 24 properties linked to accused former railway claims tribunal judge R K Mittal in a Rs 50 crore fraud case. The agency has previously acted against judges involved in bribery and fraud, highlighting the case of former Panchkula judge Sudhir Parmar and alleged liaisoning in the Chhattisgarh PDS scam.

The CBI has closed the investigation into actor Sushant Singh Rajput’s death, giving a clean chit to Rhea Chakraborty. Rajput was found dead on June 14, 2020, initiating multiple probes. The closure reports in both cases have been submitted in a Mumbai court. Rhea's lawyer highlighted the hardships she faced, expressing hope that such incidents do not recur.

Hundreds of Meiteis and Kukis in Manipur, displaced by ongoing ethnic violence, appealed to a delegation of Supreme Court and High Court judges for the restoration of their homes and lands. The judges assured them of legal aid services and pledged support for their resettlement.

The ethnic conflict in Manipur has displaced thousands and disrupted children's education. Relief camps are overflowing with young minds whose dreams have been interrupted. As families struggle for survival, the future of an entire generation hangs in the balance, with urgent government intervention needed.

Haryana's Khap Panchayats have praised the government's decision to ban songs that glorify guns and obscenity. They urge stronger action against artists who produce inappropriate content and advocate for promoting positive societal values. Leaders demand pre-release approval for songs and stricter regulations on DJ events.

Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, accused of murdering Muskan’s husband Saurabh Rajput, fled to Himachal Pradesh after the crime. They presented themselves as a married couple and maintained a low profile. Authorities arrested them after Muskan’s father compelled her to confess. The murder involved dismembering the body and sealing it in a cement-filled drum.

Renowned Hindi writer Vinod Kumar Shukla has been honored with the 59th Jnanpith Award. At 88, he becomes the first author from Chhattisgarh to receive this prestigious accolade. Shukla's notable works include 'Naukar Ki Kameez' and 'Deewar Mein Ek Khirkee Rahati Thi'. The Jnanpith Award includes a Rs 11 lakh cash prize and a Saraswati bronze statue.