The Union health ministry's department of health and family welfare faces a significant staff shortage with 29% of positions vacant. The parliamentary standing committee has urged the ministry to expedite the recruitment process. There is also an emphasis on increasing the department's technological proficiency.

Supreme Court criticized the Uttar Pradesh government's swift demolition of houses in Prayagraj, deeming it «shocking» and hinting at allowing owners to rebuild, pending the case's outcome. The demolitions targeted homes of a lawyer, professor, and others within 24 hours of notice. The state defended its actions, but the court noted procedural violations and insufficient response time.

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee announced that the party will focus on the central government's alleged deprivation of West Bengal's funds as the main campaign theme for the upcoming assembly elections. He emphasized the establishment of micro-level committees to address electoral fraud concerns.

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The government has announced a 24% salary increase for MPs to Rs 1.24 lakh per month starting April 1, 2023. Daily allowances, pensions, and constituency allowances have also been raised. Congress MP Harish Meena questioned the net gain due to tax implications, while other MPs welcomed the hike but called for increased MPLADS funds.

Congress leader Malliakarjun Kharge intends to pursue legal action against BJP's JP Nadda and Kiren Rijiju for allegedly making false claims that Congress is providing reservations based on religion in Karnataka. This follows a heated debate in Parliament over the issue, with Kharge asserting that the BJP is raising the issue to distract from its corruption.

The Allahabad High Court Bar Association has condemned the transfer of Justice Yashwant Varma from Delhi High Court following a cash recovery from his residence. The association demanded a CBI and ED investigation and called for impeachment proceedings, questioning the fairness of the judicial appointment system.

India will conduct its first major naval exercise named `Aikeyme` with 10 African nations and launch `Indian Ocean ship (IOS) Sagar` initiative next month. These efforts aim to enhance maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and solidify India’s role as a preferred security partner. Aikeyme exercise will involve various countries focusing on marine drills and rescue operations.

Maharashtra's junior home minister, Yogesh Kadam, announced that the government will investigate comedian Kunal Kamra's call recordings and bank statements after he called deputy CM Eknath Shinde a 'gaddar' during a Mumbai show. Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam claimed Uddhav Sena funded Kamra's show and issued a warning to the comedian while party workers vandalized the hotel's venue in response.

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam accused Kunal Kamra of making a derogatory comment about Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde, claiming the show was funded by the Uddhav Thackeray faction. Nirupam warned Kamra and stated that legal action would follow if he does not apologize. Kamra's parody referred to Shinde as a 'traitor', prompting backlash from Shiv Sena workers.

The central government has increased the salaries, allowances, and pensions of MPs and former MPs by 24% effective April 1, 2023. MPs will now earn Rs 1.24 lakh per month, with daily allowances and pensions for former MPs also being raised. This marks the first revision since 2018, aligning with the Cost Inflation Index.

Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar lauds Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna for unprecedented transparency in handling the controversy over cash found at Justice Yashwant Varma's residence. The Delhi high court withdraws Justice Varma's judicial duties amid ongoing investigations.

Union minister Lalan Singh accused Muslim groups boycotting Bihar CM Nitish Kumar’s iftaar invitation of association with the RJD and Congress. This follows groups like Imarat Shariah rejecting Kumar's invite over his support for the Waqf Amendment Bill.

Uddhav Thackeray expressed support for Kunal Kamra regarding his 'gaddar' comment towards Eknath Shinde. Thackeray clarified that calling a 'gaddar' is not an attack. He disassociated Shiv Sena from recent vandalism acts, attributing them to the 'gaddar sena.' Meanwhile, a BMC inspection identified unauthorized structures at Kamra's show venue for removal.

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis criticized stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra for his remarks against Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, emphasizing that freedom of expression should not lead to tyranny. The government pledged to act against disrespectful statements, while Mumbai police arrested 11 Yuva Sena members for vandalizing a comedy venue.

Comedian Kunal Kamra has faced violent backlash and legal trouble after calling Maharashtra's deputy CM Eknath Shinde a 'gaddar'. This incident adds to Kamra's history of controversies, including clashes with journalist Arnab Goswami, mocking Kangana Ranaut, a contempt of court case, and a conflict with OLA Electric.

Habitat Studio in Mumbai has announced its temporary closure after Shiv Sena workers vandalized the venue over a jibe by comedian Kunal Kamra at Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. An FIR has been registered against those responsible for the vandalism. Kamra had made the remarks during a stand-up performance.

Congress leader Pawan Khera has expressed concerns over Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's deteriorating health, alleging misuse of his signature by vested interests and a lack of governance. He also cited rising malnutrition rates and shortages in government hospitals as evidence of failed administration under the NDA.

Justice Yashwant Varma's Monday cases have been removed from the hearing list following an in-house investigation after substantial cash was discovered at his residence during a fire. A three-judge panel has been appointed to inquire into the allegations against him, with no specified timeframe for completion.

Comedian Kunal Kamra sparked controversy by calling Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde a 'gaddar' during a Mumbai show. Shiv Sena workers vandalized the venue, and an FIR was filed against Kamra. Shiv Sena leaders demanded his apology within two days, while opposition leaders defended Kamra and condemned the attack as cowardice.

Eyewitnesses recounted the terror in Jammu & Kashmir's Kathua, where a gunfight erupted between security forces and heavily armed terrorists. Anita Devi narrowly escaped after terrorists held her husband at gunpoint. Intense gunfire ensued, with around '250 rounds' heard. The operation was based on intelligence indicating terrorist presence near the Pakistan border.