A Delhi court acquitted former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar in a 1984 anti-Sikh riot case, citing insufficient evidence. The judge emphasized the need for proof beyond a reasonable doubt, noting a lack of reliable testimony placing Kumar at the scene or proving his instigation. Kumar remains incarcerated due to life sentences in other riot-related convictions.
The Supreme Court has expedited the legal dispute over the Bhojshala Saraswati Temple cum Maulana Kamal Maula Mosque in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. The court lifted its stay on the case pending with the MP High Court and decoupled it from the Places of Worship Act.
India has strongly condemned the vandalism of its embassy in Zagreb by the Sikhs for Justice group, which attempted to replace the Tricolour with a «Khalistan flag.» New Delhi has officially raised the matter with Croatian authorities, demanding justice for the perpetrators and emphasizing the inviolability of diplomatic premises.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will visit India from February 19-21 to strengthen the strategic partnership and discuss bilateral cooperation for the Global South. The leaders pledged to work together for UNSC reforms and peace in Gaza, with Lula also expected to attend the AI summit and a later BRICS summit.
A Meitei man visiting his Kuki fiancée in Churachandpur was abducted and shot dead on camera, sparking protests and an NIA probe. Graphic footage of the killing circulated widely. The incident occurred amidst ongoing ethnic tensions between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities in Manipur, highlighting the fragile peace in the region.
Ten brave Army soldiers lost their lives and eleven were injured when their troop carrier veered off a treacherous mountain road in Doda, Jammu & Kashmir, plunging into a deep gorge. The vehicle was en route to a counterterrorism operation. This tragic incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by military personnel in the region's challenging terrain.
Not mentioned expressly, admits EC, but says process transparent
Tragedy struck in Ahmedabad as Congress MP Shaktisinh Gohil's nephew, Yashrajsinh Gohil, allegedly shot his wife Rajeshwari accidentally with a licensed revolver. Devastated by her death, he then reportedly took his own life. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred late Wednesday night in their apartment.
The Supreme Court refused to stop the ED from accessing information from an I-PAC functionary's seized mobile phone, despite pleas of privacy violation. The court stated it knows how to protect innocent citizens. This comes as ED faced interruptions in Kolkata during a search, unlike in Delhi.
Families affected by the 1984 anti-Sikh riots expressed deep disappointment and anger after former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar was acquitted in a case linked to alleged incitement of violence. Despite this acquittal, Kumar remains in prison serving a life sentence in other related murder cases, leaving victims' families feeling their long search for justice is still unfulfilled.
Former US President Donald Trump launched his «Board of Peace» initiative at the World Economic Forum in Davos. India received an invitation to join this effort aimed at resolving global conflicts. However, India was not present on the stage during the unveiling. Several countries, including some from the Middle East and Asia, were listed as participants in the initiative.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut criticized Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis' Davos visit as a 'picnic,' questioning the WEF's relevance for India and suggesting agreements could be made in Mumbai. CM's wife Amruta Fadnavis dismissed the remarks as baseless, highlighting the summit's importance for investment and employment.
Rani Kapur has filed a plea in the Delhi High Court seeking the cancellation of the Rani Kapur Family Trust. She alleges the trust, which holds a stake in Sona Comstar, was created and operated without her knowledge or consent while she was medically unwell.
How to avoid jumbos? And how does one obtain proof of residence from someone who doesn’t have any? During Bengal’s SIR, involving more than 7 crore voters, election officials came up with novel solutions — to solve problems faced by, among others, monks, tea garden labourers and sex workers
India and Spain have pledged to strengthen international cooperation against terrorism, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasizing a «zero tolerance» approach. The two nations reviewed bilateral ties, including trade, defense, and culture, and discussed regional developments. Spain also acceded to India's Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative.
Following a Supreme Court directive, the Election Commission has instructed the Bengal CEO to display names of electors with 'logical discrepancies' and 'unmapped' status by January 24. People in these categories can submit documents via authorized representatives, with authorities ensuring smooth proceedings and no law and order issues.
Delhi aims to boost its sewage treatment capacity to 1,500 MGD by 2028 to clean the Yamuna River. The government will complete drone surveys of drains by January and connect all unauthorized colonies to the sewerage network by 2028. Coordination with Haryana and Uttar Pradesh is deemed essential for the river's cleanup.
Karnataka governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has refused to deliver the customary address to the legislature, adding to a recent trend of gubernatorial disputes. This follows similar incidents in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, where governors clashed with state governments over speech content and assembly proceedings. The Karnataka government is set to meet the governor to understand his reasons.
Uttarakhand's Uniform Civil Code services are now accessible in all 22 constitutionally recognized Indian languages, alongside English. Applicants can leverage AI assistance for guidance and registration, ensuring a smooth process. This multilingual platform, developed by ITDA, aims to simplify access to UCC rules and documentation, reflecting the government's commitment to ease of use and technological advancement.
An Indian Air Force trainer aircraft crash-landed in Prayagraj after an engine failure mid-air. The aircraft deployed an emergency parachute, allowing for a safe force-landing in an uninhabited area, with both pilots unharmed. This incident follows another aviation emergency earlier this month involving a regional connectivity flight.
Manirul Islam, threatening the Election Commission, is not his first brush with controversy, as the Farakka MLA was accused of leading a mob to the Block Development Office (BDO) in his constituency and ransacking the space, leaving officials injured. After the incident, BJP MLA Gouri Sankar attacked Mamata Banerjee for instigating her party cadres across the state to commit riots and violence.
