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The Allahabad High Court granted bail to a rape accused, citing the complainant's decision to go to his house after drinking as «inviting trouble,» a stance criticized given her status as an MA student supposedly aware of her actions.
Delhi experienced a sudden weather shift with dusty storms bringing down temperatures after a warm night. The weather department forecasts rain and thunderstorms. The minimum temperature reached 25.9 degrees Celsius, the highest in three years for April, categorized as a 'warm night' by the IMD. Air quality is currently in the 'poor' category with an AQI of 243.
Senior advocate Dayan Krishnan, who led India's successful extradition case against 26/11 Mumbai attack plotter Tahawwur Rana in the US, will now spearhead the NIA's prosecution in Delhi. Rana, a key accomplice of David Headley, is en route to India after his final appeal was rejected by the US Supreme Court on April 4.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha sacked two government employees, Ishtiyaq Ahmad Malik and Basharat Ahmad Mir, over alleged terror links. Malik, a PWD senior assistant, aided Hizbul Mujahideen by providing shelter and logistics. Mir, an assistant wireless operator, shared critical information with a Pakistani intelligence operative.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Pralhad Joshi convened in Lucknow to review wheat procurement, PM Kusum, and PM Surya Ghar Yojana. The state government's wheat procurement surpassed 1 lakh tonne in early April, benefiting over 20,000 farmers.
K Unnikrishnan, father of Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan, hails Tahawwur Rana's extradition as a diplomatic triumph for India, emphasizing it as a crucial link in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks investigation.
The Indian government has appointed Narendar Mann as special public prosecutor for the 26/11 Mumbai attacks conspiracy case, as Tahawwur Hussain Rana, recently extradited from the US, is set to face trial. Rana's extradition was facilitated by a multi-agency team. Upon arrival, a team including intelligence officers and psychologists will interrogate Rana, focusing on Pakistani state involvement and funding channels.
During a two-day session in Ahmedabad, Congress leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, intensified their criticism of the BJP and RSS, particularly regarding religious freedom and alleged divisive ideologies. The party accused BJP of being on a «Machiavellian quest for exploitative power». Shashi Tharoor proposed an alternative approach, advocating for a message of hope and inclusivity rather than constant confrontation.
The Gender Responsive Budgeting Cell hosted a two-day international conference at AJNIFM, New Delhi, on accelerating women-led development. Experts from diverse sectors explored strategies to advance gender equity. Sessions focused on economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, health, and institutional support. Key speakers highlighted the importance of integrating gender considerations into policy and financial systems for inclusive, sustainable growth.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan ruled out resignation over Serious Fraud Investigation Office's (SFIO) case against his daughter T Veena.
