Over 96 percent of the doubling work for the Talcher-Sambalpur line has been completed, according to reports. The project was aimed at enhancing rail connectivity and was critical for establishing an infrastructure corridor for the coalfields of Odisha. The work is expected to be completed within a year. Meanwhile, in Manipur, Chief Minister N Biren Singh stated that some people were violating curfew restrictions and blocking roads, hindering relief activities amid the ongoing pandemic. In another region, BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain criticized Rahul Gandhi for inaccurately portraying the condition of Muslims and Dalits in India during an international event.
BJP government accused of selling off national assets, claims Kharge
On the occasion of the BJP government’s nine-year anniversary, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accused the ruling party of selling national assets to its business friends in the biggest anti-national act. Kharge called the Modi government’s move a fire sale of national assets and PSUs to its Mitr Cronies, and said that this phenomenon is taking job opportunities away from India’s poor, SCs, STs, and OBCs in the form of reservations. The Congress had earlier released a booklet accusing the BJP government of not delivering on its promises to the people and its failures.
Navy Chief Honors Recipients with Gallantry and Distinguished Service Medals
On Wednesday, Navy Chief Admiral R. Hari Kumar presented gallantry and distinguished service awards on behalf of the President at the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam. The ceremony was held to honour and recognize the bravery, leadership, professional achievements, and distinguished service of Naval personnel. A total of 33 awards were presented, including the Nao Sena Medal, Vishisht Seva Medal, and Jeevan Raksha Padaks. Additionally, the CNS Trophy for Best Green Practice 2023 was awarded to Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam, and INS Tunir, while the Lt V.K. Jain Memorial Gold Medal and the Captain Ravi Dhir Memorial Gold Medal were also awarded. Admiral Kumar also awarded Unit Citations to operational units and shore establishments for their outstanding performances over the past year. Indian Naval Ships Betwa, Satpura, Sutlej, and Nireekshak, along with the Kalvari class submarine INS Karanj, were among the awardees. The ceremony was attended by the spouses and families of the awardees, as well as senior Navy officials. Admiral Kumar thanked the family members for their support to Naval personnel and emphasized the importance of their role in protecting national maritime interests.
Rajnath Singh: Action to be taken after investigation into allegations against Brij Bhushan Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has stated that action will be taken after an investigation is completed regarding complaints made against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh by women wrestlers. Top wrestlers in the country have been protesting Singh’s position in the federation and demanding his sacking and arrest. The Delhi Police have registered two FIRs against Singh and are continuing their probe. Rajnath Singh also commented on the recent opening ceremony of the new Parliament building by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that all political parties should have attended. The Congress and 20 other parties boycotted the event. Finally, Rajnath Singh praised Prime Minister Modi’s leadership and noted a decline in unemployment in recent years and expressed confidence that the NDA would win the majority in the 2024 general elections.
Haryana Congress Legislature Party Passes Resolution Condemning Atrocities on Wrestlers
The Haryana Congress Legislature party has passed a resolution condemning the atrocities committed against protesting wrestlers by the BJP government, according to a statement. The resolution was passed during a meeting held at the Congress headquarters in Chandigarh. Senior Congress leaders including Shaktisinh Gohil, Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Udai Bhan told reporters that the CLP discussed the current political situation of the state and the upcoming programmes of the party. The resolution condemned the government’s negligence towards the protesters and stated that the Congress stands firmly with the wrestlers of the country. The wrestlers have been protesting against BJP MP and Wrestling Federation of India chief, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who they allege sexually harassed women grapplers.
DU Forms 6 Committees to Address Student Grievances in India
The Delhi University has recently set up six committees to address students’ grievances regarding admissions, exams and other related concerns. According to a notification by the university, the committees will be led by various academic heads, including Dean of Student Welfare Pankaj Arora, Dean of Admissions Haneet Gandhi, OSD Examination Ajay Arora, Professor Manoj Singh, and Bipin Tiwari, the OSD of the Equal Opportunity Cell. The SGRC of the university will oversee the functioning of all the committees and monitor the grievances of respective colleges too. Moreover, a special committee for PwBD students has been established to address their concerns within the university. The move aims to establish an effective and efficient process for redressal of student grievances in compliance with the provisions of UGC regulations.
Delhi CM vows support for victim’s family in Shahbad Dairy murder case
The Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal, has pledged to support the family of a 16-year-old girl who was viciously murdered in the Shahbad Dairy area of Delhi. The girl was allegedly killed by her boyfriend in a brutal attack that was captured on CCTV. Kejriwal has approved and forwarded a file to Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena to grant the family an amount of Rs 10 lakh as compensation. The Delhi government had previously pledged to donate the same amount to the family. Kejriwal has also promised the family that his administration will support them in every possible way. The murder has been a major point of contention between the ruling Aam Admi Party and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party. Sahil, the accused, has been apprehended and sent into police custody for two days.
