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.
India's DGCA plans to rank flying training organisations (FTOs) based on factors like CPL completion time to promote transparency and competition. High costs, delays, and quality issues have led many students to seek training abroad. This initiative aims to help prospective students make informed choices.
The DGCA has mandated Indian airlines to inform passengers about their rights when booking air tickets. This measure aims to educate passengers, particularly first-time flyers, about entitlements concerning delays, cancellations, denied boarding, and baggage issues. Airlines must provide an online passenger charter link via SMS, WhatsApp, ticket, and their website. IndiGo has begun implementing this directive.
Arvind Kejriwal criticizes both BJP and Congress for neglecting Bhagat Singh and BR Ambedkar’s legacies, alleging collusion between the two parties. At a rally, he highlights BJP's removal of iconic pictures and Congress's silence, labeling BJP’s actions worse than British colonial rule.
All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has announced a nationwide agitation against the proposed Waqf Amendment Bill, starting with protests in Patna and Vijayawada. AIMPLB spokesperson SQR Ilyas expressed gratitude for the widespread support against the bill. Protests and rallies are planned across several major cities, with broad participation from political parties and minority communities.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami announced financial aid for competitive exam aspirants, job training for the youth, and a policy for UPNAL employees. Major projects will be awarded to local contractors. The government highlighted significant development in various sectors, celebrated milestones, and honored contributions to governance.
India has imposed anti-dumping duties on five products from China, including vacuum flasks and aluminium foil, to protect local industries. These duties, based on recommendations from the DGTR, will be in effect for up to five years and also apply to imports from other countries like Japan, Korea, and Malaysia.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar received historical artefacts and documents related to Mahatma Gandhi from South Africa's Phoenix Settlement Trust-Gandhi Development Trust. These items will be housed at the National Gandhi Museum in New Delhi, preserving Gandhi's legacy and his contributions to non-violent resistance against racial injustice.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav defended MP Ramjilal Suman's remark calling Rana Sanga a «traitor,» arguing that referencing historical events should not be problematic. Suman had made the comment while criticizing BJP's labeling of Muslims as Babur's descendants. This has sparked controversy with BJP accusing SP of insulting the Rajput and Hindu communities.
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.
