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Tejashwi Yadav’s Escort Car Accident: One Soldier Dead, 6 Injured in Purnia

February 26, 2024February 27, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

Tejashwi Yadav: Among the injured soldiers are Shambhu Kumar, Vijay Kumar, Naresh Kumar Singh, Ranjan Kumar, Angad Kumar, and Manish Kumar. The incident occurred near NH 131 A in the Muffassil Thana area.

Purnia: Former Deputy CM of Bihar Tejashwi Yadav’s escort car met with an accident. The incident took place around 11:30 pm on Monday (February 26). The mishap occurred near a wedding hall on NH 131 A, Purnia-Katihar main road. The escort car had a driver and seven police personnel on board. These soldiers were returning to the police line after Jan Vishwas Yatra.

It is reported that the driver of the escort car died on the spot while the other six soldiers were injured. Not only that, but the out-of-control escort car crossed the divider and collided with a red Honda City coming from the opposite lane. As a result, five other people in the car were also injured.

The deceased driver was a resident of Sipahi Tola. The deceased driver has been identified as Moh. Halim, a resident of Sipahi Tola in the city. Meanwhile, the condition of three injured soldiers is said to be critical. Among the injured soldiers are Shambhu Kumar, Vijay Kumar, Naresh Kumar Singh, Ranjan Kumar, Angad Kumar, and Manish Kumar.

According to information, the people in the Honda City were traveling from Katihar to Farbisganj. Five people were in the car in total, including one woman and four men. The woman is undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Line Bazar. After the incident, chaos ensued, and people gathered around. The higher authorities were also informed of this incident.

SP personally arrived upon receiving information about the incident;

Upon receiving information about the incident, Purnia SP Upendra Nath Verma also personally arrived at the scene. The SP met with the injured and assessed the situation. SP Upendra Nath Sharma expressed regret over the entire incident. SP Upendra Nath Sharma said that immediately after the incident, the airbag of the Honda City car opened, which saved the lives of all the passengers.

Bihar / Main Slide / Politics

“JCB Salute at Jan Vishwas Yatra: Tejashwi Yadav Showered with Flowers, Public Eager for a Glimpse”

February 26, 2024February 26, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

Tejashwi Yadav, the former Deputy CM of Bihar and the son of Lalu Yadav and Rabri Devi, has been conducting roadshows in several districts under the Jan Vishwas Yatra. Recently, he reached Supaul while touring Vaishali, Samastipur, Darbhanga, and Madhubani. During these roadshows, the common people of Bihar eagerly thronged to catch a glimpse of him, creating a massive crowd akin to a tidal wave on the roads. Some party workers even climbed onto JCBs to shower flowers on their beloved leader.

Tejashwi Yadav’s unique style was on display during the roadshow when he transformed into a reporter, initiating reporting for Kasis News. The former Deputy CM took the microphone from reporter Amit Kumar Singh’s hands and began elaborating on the entire journey. Witnessing Tejashwi Yadav’s demeanor, his supporters and workers were left astonished. Tejashwi Yadav also spoke in Bhojpuri, saying, “The crowd is ‘humch’…”

During this time, Tejashwi Yadav announced, “On March 3, you all should come to Patna. Laloo Yadav has invited you. We are only here to seek your support. Who was the first to promise jobs to the youth of Bihar? Nitish Kumar has been hijacked by the BJP. What he couldn’t do in 17 years, we have achieved for the youth of Bihar in 17 months.”

The Jan Vishwas Yatra witnessed people eagerly awaiting to catch a glimpse of Tejashwi. People climbed onto the roofs of houses and shops along the roadside. Flower showers were bestowed upon his procession in various places. Although people requested him to address them, he continued to invite them to the rally scheduled in Patna.

The overwhelming love of the people was evident, leaving Tej Pratap Yadav quite emotional. During this time, he expressed his determination to strengthen the RJD-led alliance and vowed to place his Arjun on the throne of Hastinapur. Furthermore, he affirmed his roots in Mahua, his constituency, stating that he has always received unwavering affection from the people. He extended an invitation to all to join the Jan Vishwas rally in Patna on March 3, emphasizing that everyone must come as Laloo Ji has called for it.

Delhi / Main Slide / Politics

“Delhi Excise Policy Case: Kejriwal Skips Seventh ED Summons Again”

February 26, 2024February 26, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

Delhi’s Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal, has once again evaded appearing before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for questioning regarding the alleged money laundering case related to irregularities in the now-defunct Delhi excise policy of 2021-22. This marks the seventh instance of Kejriwal skipping the summons.

In response, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) released a statement asserting Kejriwal’s decision not to comply with the ED’s summons, citing that the matter is currently sub-judice. The party emphasized that the next court hearing is scheduled for March 16, urging the ED to await the court’s decision rather than persistently issuing summons.

Despite the ED’s filing of a complaint against Kejriwal for non-compliance, the court has granted him an exemption from appearing personally until March 16. Kejriwal, appearing virtually before the court, explained his inability to attend physically due to the ongoing Budget session of the Delhi assembly.

The AAP reiterated its commitment to the Opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), affirming that they will not withdraw from the alliance despite pressure from the central government. They condemned what they perceive as attempts to coerce them through the repeated summons.

Kejriwal has consistently labeled the summons as “illegal” since November and has demanded their withdrawal. Meanwhile, he was scheduled to address the assembly session on Monday before commemorating the one-year imprisonment of his former deputy, Manish Sisodia, in connection with the excise policy case.

In response, leaders from the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) criticized Kejriwal’s actions, accusing him of evading investigation and condoning corruption. Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva described Kejriwal’s decision to commemorate a person’s jail term for corruption as “shameful,” asserting that the people of Delhi will not forgive such actions.

Delhi / Main Slide / Politics

Congress and AAP Finalize Seat-Sharing Deal: AAP to Contest 4 Seats, Congress to Contend in 3 Including Chandni Chowk

February 24, 2024February 24, 2024 - by thesundayheadlines

Ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, a coalition has finally been formed between AAP and Congress. In a joint press conference held today in Delhi, details regarding seat-sharing were disclosed. Congress leader Mukul Wasnik informed that after extensive discussions, a final agreement on seat-sharing between AAP and Congress has been reached. According to Wasnik, AAP will contest on 4 seats in Delhi, while Congress will compete on 3 seats, including Chandni Chowk. Additionally, Congress will field its candidate in the Chandigarh Lok Sabha seat.

New Delhi: Congress and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) have announced seat-sharing for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, with AAP contesting on four seats and Congress on three seats in Delhi. A senior Congress leader shared this information. Furthermore, AAP will also contest in Gujarat’s Bharuch and Bhavnagar constituencies, as well as Haryana’s Kurukshetra Lok Sabha seat. Congress senior leader Mukul Wasnik, along with AAP leaders Sandeep Pathak, Sourav Bharadwaj, and Atishi, made the announcement during a joint press conference.

They stated that AAP will contest in South Delhi, West Delhi, East Delhi, and New Delhi parliamentary constituencies, while Congress will contest in Chandni Chowk, North West Delhi, and North East Delhi seats. The national capital has a total of seven Lok Sabha seats, all of which were won by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the previous Lok Sabha elections. Wasnik mentioned that AAP will also contest in Gujarat’s Bharuch and Bhavnagar Lok Sabha seats, as well as in Haryana’s Kurukshetra seat. It was decided after lengthy discussions that Congress will field its candidate from the Chandigarh Lok Sabha seat.

There has been a deadlock between both parties regarding Bharuch as senior Congress leader Ahmed Patel’s son Faisal Patel and daughter Mumtaz Patel opposed AAP being given this seat. Faisal and his sister Mumtaz were being considered for the Congress ticket from this seat. AAP had already announced its MLA Chetan Vasava as its candidate from the Bharuch Lok Sabha seat. Congress and AAP have decided to contest separately in Punjab. The Lok Sabha elections are proposed for April-May.

Bollywood / Entertainment / Main Slide / News / Politics

PM Modi Praises ‘Article 370’ Film for Informing Public; Yami Gautam Responds

February 24, 2024February 24, 2024 - by thesundayheadlines

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauds the upcoming film ‘Article 370’ for its potential to provide accurate information to the public. Actor Yami Gautam expresses gratitude for the acknowledgment, aiming to exceed expectations with the portrayal of the story on screen.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a rally in Jammu on 20 February, acknowledged the forthcoming movie on Article 370, stating it would be useful for people to obtain accurate information. “I have heard that perhaps a film on Article 370 is going to be released this week. I think your ‘Jai Jai Kaar’ (cheers) are going to be heard all over the country,” PM Modi said during the public rally at Maulana Azad Stadium.

In response, Yami Gautam, on Instagram, shared PM Modi’s speech and expressed, “It is an absolute honor to watch PM @narendramodi Ji talk about #Article370Movie. My team and I really hope that we all exceed your expectations in bringing this incredible story to the screen!”

The film, titled “Article 370”, produced by Aditya Dhar, features Gautam in the role of an intelligence agent. It revolves around countering terrorism in Kashmir by rendering Article 370 ineffective. The movie, set to hit theaters on February 23, has garnered significant attention ahead of the parliamentary elections. This release is timely, coinciding with the Supreme Court’s recent ruling upholding the central government’s decision to abrogate Article 370 and carve out the union territory of Ladakh.

Delhi / Main Slide / Politics

Lok Sabha Election: Congress and AAP Close to Striking a Deal, Agreement Reached in Delhi

February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) have reached an agreement to form an alliance in Delhi ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Currently, all seven Lok Sabha seats in Delhi are held by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). This time, Congress and AAP are in the mood to challenge the BJP.

According to sources, AAP may contest on 4 seats, while Congress may field its candidates on 3 seats.

Sources revealed that Congress may contest in East Delhi, North East Delhi, and Chandni Chowk constituencies, while AAP may contest in New Delhi, North-West Delhi, West Delhi, and South Delhi constituencies.

Under the alliance agreement, the Bharuch seat in Gujarat may be given to the Aam Aadmi Party by Congress.

Earlier, AAP’s National Convener Arvind Kejriwal had stated on Wednesday that there was a delay in talks between AAP and Congress regarding seat sharing for the Lok Sabha elections in Delhi.Congress Alliance in UP – The agreement between the two parties comes at a time when both the Samajwadi Party (SP) and Congress officially announced an alliance in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday. Congress will contest on 17 seats in Uttar Pradesh, while SP will contest on one seat in Madhya Pradesh.

Main Slide / News / Politics

UP SP Forms Alliance with Congress for Lok Sabha Elections, Official Announcement Expected Today Evening

February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

Ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, the challenges for the Congress in Uttar Pradesh seem to be easing to some extent. According to sources, discussions have resumed between the Congress and the Samajwadi Party (SP) regarding seat sharing in Uttar Pradesh. It is almost finalized between the two parties, and an official announcement could be made anytime soon. Sources claim that Priyanka has initiated talks and reached an agreement on the negotiation with SP. She has spoken with Rahul Gandhi and then with Akhilesh Yadav. It is said that during these discussions, Congress has agreed to leave the demand for the Muradabad seat under the seat-sharing arrangement. The official announcement of seat distribution could be made today or tomorrow. Akhilesh Yadav is currently in Muradabad and may return to Lucknow by evening. It is also being speculated that the SP may withdraw its candidate from Varanasi.

Meanwhile, SP chief Akhilesh Yadav has stated that the alliance between the SP and the Congress will happen, and there are no disputes between us. Soon, all matters will be clear.

On the other hand, the Congress is seeking changes in the seats given by Akhilesh. Congress wants to exchange the Hathras seat with SP and receive Sitapur in return. SP is showing signs of agreement on this demand. Secondly, either Bulandshahr or Mathura seat can be taken by SP, and Congress can be given Shravasti. SP is considering this option.

It was reported on Tuesday that for the Lok Sabha elections 2024, the Samajwadi Party is trying to create pressure on Congress by issuing another list of its candidates. It was said that under this strategy, the Samajwadi Party had announced the names of its candidates for 5 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh. In this list, Surendra Singh Patel was announced from Varanasi. It was seen as a strategy to put pressure on Congress by Akhilesh Yadav. Meanwhile, the party has made Shivpal Singh Yadav a candidate instead of Dharmendra Yadav from Badaun. In this way, the party has announced the names of 32 candidates so far.
The Samajwadi Party has announced candidates like Ikra Hasan from Kairana, Praveen Singh Aron from Bareilly, Ajendra Singh Rajput from Hamirpur, and Surendra Singh Patel from Varanasi. Along with this, the party has made Mahboob Ali and Ramavatar Saini in charge of Amroha, Dharmendra Yadav for Kannauj, and Azamgarh respectively. Additionally, Manoj Chaudhary has been appointed as the in-charge of Baghpat.

Main Slide / News / Politics / Uttar Pradesh

Posters in Kanpur Depict Rahul Gandhi as ‘Lord Krishna’ and Ajay Rai as ‘Arjun’

February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

KANPUR – The Posters featuring Congress MP Rahul Gandhi have sparked discussion, portraying him as Lord Krishna riding a chariot, with Pradesh Unit President Ajay Rai depicted as Arjuna. Rahul Gandhi, who commenced the ‘Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra’ from Manipur on January 14, is scheduled to arrive in Kanpur via Unnao on Wednesday. He will also address a public meeting in Kanpur. These posters have been put up near the Chawani and Ghantaghar areas along Mall Road.

The posters, arranged by Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee member Sandeep Shukla, prominently display his image below. Attempts were made to contact Sandeep for further clarification, but were unsuccessful. Additionally, the posters feature a verse from the Bhagavad Gita – “Whenever there is a decline in righteousness and an increase in unrighteousness, O Arjuna, at that time I manifest myself.” Alongside this inscription, there is also a photograph of Sandeep Shukla. Sandeep, a lawyer by profession, is also a member of the UPCC.
It is note worthy that Rahul Gandhi is arriving in Kanpur today (February 21) as part of his ‘Nyay Yatra’. He will enter the city via Unnao. Thousands of Congress supporters are gathered at the Kanpur-Unnao border to welcome him. The entire city has been adorned with banners and posters. A gathering is scheduled at the Ghantaghar intersection, with a billboard attracting the attention of passersby amid the preparations

Main Slide / Politics

Tear Gas Fired at Punjab-Haryana Border as Farmers Demand MSP Legalization

February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

Tear gas shells have been deployed at the Punjab-Haryana border as farmers, advocating for legal backing for Minimum Support Price (MSP), gear up for a march towards Delhi. In response to escalating tensions, the government has convened for a fifth round of talks, aiming to prevent a recurrence of the violent protests witnessed in 2020/21.

Here are the Top 10 points in this significant development:

Farmer leaders rejected the government’s offer to purchase select crops at the old MSP, citing dissatisfaction with the limited coverage and pricing formula.
The proposed pricing formula, based on A2+FL+50%, was deemed insufficient by farmers, who advocate for the implementation of the Swaminathan Commission’s C2+50% formula.
Concerns were raised over the clause linking MSP to crop diversification, prompting the farmers to reject the proposal.
Previous rounds of talks in Chandigarh failed to yield a resolution, with Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda highlighting attempts by disruptive elements to influence negotiations.
Around a lakh farmers stationed at Shambhu on the Punjab-Haryana border await resolution while fortified highways and heightened security measures surround Delhi.
Preparations akin to a defensive stance are evident, with barriers and drone surveillance along the highways leading to Delhi.
Security measures have been intensified, with border crossings barricaded and a month-long ban on public gatherings imposed in Delhi.
Despite their determination, farmers emphasize peaceful protest and appeal to the government to refrain from using force.
In addition to MSP legalization, farmers advocate for farm loan waivers, stable electricity tariffs, and resolution of police cases from 2020/21 protests.
Their demands extend to a public sector crop insurance scheme, pension for elderly farmers, and accountability for the Lakhimpur Kheri incident involving junior Home Minister Ajay Mishra Teni.

Politics

Meity Issues Emergency Blocking Orders Against 177 Social Media Accounts Amid Farmers’ Protests

February 20, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (Meity) has taken decisive action by issuing emergency blocking orders against 177 social media accounts and links associated with the ongoing farmers’ protests. This move, aimed at maintaining public order, comes in response to a request from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

The emergency orders, finalized by Meity on Monday, supplement the earlier blocking orders issued on February 14, following the MHA’s directive. Both sets of orders, issued on February 19 and 14 respectively, are temporary and conditional, intended to be effective for the duration of the agitation. Once the situation stabilizes, social media platforms have the option to restore visibility to the blocked accounts and channels in India.

Monday’s orders target a variety of platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, and Reddit. Notably, this marks the first instance of a blocking order being issued against Snapchat. YouTube channels or videos, however, were not affected by the latest tranche of orders.

This isn’t the first time such temporary blocking orders under Section 69A have been implemented during protests. In the context of the farmers’ protests of 2021, similar actions were taken by the government, leading to legal challenges from platforms like Twitter (now X).