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President Droupadi Murmu expressed dissatisfaction over low turnout at a tribal event near Bagdogra, questioning the shift of the venue. She also noted the absence of West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee and ministers. Murmu suggested the location made attendance difficult and hinted the state administration hindered tribal participation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the West Bengal government and TMC, calling it “shameful and unprecedented” for allegedly insulting President Murmu during her visit to Darjeeling. Modi accused the state administration of ignoring proper protocol and said such treatment of the president undermines constitutional values and democratic respect.
President Droupadi Murmu expressed disappointment with the West Bengal Government for failing to follow proper protocol during her visit to Darjeeling. She also expressed anguish over the absence of state ministers at the event, highlighting her concerns about the lack of official courtesy and participation from the state administration.
Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi indicated that his party will contest the upcoming Assembly elections independently, hours after Congress and three other parties announced a pre-poll alliance. He shared a cryptic Assamese message on social media, which translates to “The final attempt failed, too,” hinting at his party’s solo strategy.
The North Division Police, Bengaluru, conducted a special drive against public smoking and COTPA 2003 violations from March 1 to now across 13 police station limits. Officers registered 40 cases and fined 295 people, inspecting prohibited public areas and shops with tobacco advertisements to enforce regulations and curb illegal smoking activities.
NCP leader Rohit Pawar met former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today seeking help regarding the criminal investigation into former Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar’s death. Pawar urged a thorough probe, citing slow CID progress and unregistered FIRs, and said Kejriwal assured support in raising the matter in Parliament.
Nagaland, with the National Commission for Women, will hold district-wise ‘Mahila Jan Sunwai’ from March 9-13. Panels of officials, legal experts, and police will hear grievances on domestic violence, harassment, trafficking, provide guidance, register complaints, and ensure follow-up, improving women’s access to justice, especially in rural areas.
An anti-terrorism court sentenced 47 PTI leaders and supporters to 10 years imprisonment and PKR 5 lakh fines in absentia for violence during the May 9, 2023, protests. Triggered by Imran Khan’s arrest, protesters vandalized properties and attempted to storm Rawalpindi’s army headquarters, leading to widespread unrest.
Peoples Democratic Party chief Mehbooba Mufti appealed to the Jammu and Kashmir Police to release those arrested for protesting the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in a US-Israel strike on February 28. She highlighted that many, including women and their children, were detained despite prior assurances of timely release.
The Jharkhand forest department expects NTCA approval this month to relocate 3 tigers, 50 bison, and 50 sambar deer from Madhya Pradesh to Palamau Tiger Reserve after summer. PTR plans an MoU with Madhya Pradesh to bring two tigresses and one tiger, boosting the big cat population, currently limited to males, and restoring tigers and […]
Maharashtra Dy CM Sunetra Pawar said the state will continue schemes to boost women’s security, education, employment, and financial support. On International Women’s Day, she unveiled the Mahila Sanman Portal and a cyber wellness cell. The portal allows online grievance registration, while the cell tackles cybercrimes, ensuring faster investigation and protection.
BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty accused the Mamata Banerjee government of imposing higher fuel taxes than many states. He said the TMC chief is politicizing the ₹60 domestic cooking gas hike, which reflects rising energy costs due to the West Asia conflict, affecting countries worldwide, while TMC protests aim to exploit the situation.
Most-wanted gangster Amritpal Singh, alias Amrit Dalam, linked to the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang, was detained at the Moldova border via an Interpol Red Notice requested by Punjab Police. DGP Gaurav Yadav said Singh, wanted in multiple criminal cases, will face extradition or deportation to India. His capture is a key step in tracking fugitives abroad.
Pakistani security forces today killed 15 terrorists in 2 intelligence-based operations in Balochistan. Twelve militants were killed during a raid in the Harnai district, while three died in another operation in Basima. Weapons and explosives were recovered. Authorities link the militants to groups such as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan and the Baloch Liberation Army.
Mehbooba Mufti urged PM Modi to personally ensure the safe return of students from Jammu and Kashmir stranded in Iran amid escalating tensions there. She said thousands studying in Iran are stuck, urged the Ministry of External Affairs to begin urgent evacuation efforts, and called for immediate government intervention to protect their safety.