AIMIM has ended its electoral alliance with Humayun Kabir’s AUJP following a sting video allegedly showing Kabir discussing a Rs 1,000-crore deal with BJP and suggesting Muslim voters be misled. AIMIM stated it cannot associate with statements questioning the integrity of Bengal’s Muslims and will now contest independently.
The Indian Navy is boosting self-reliance by inviting domestic firms to develop and manufacture critical subsystems for its Russian-built MiG-29K fighter jets. This initiative aims to enhance aircraft availability and reduce foreign dependency. Indian companies will now develop automated test systems for the MiG-29K/KUB, crucial for maintaining combat readiness and strengthening national security through controlled
Bengal’s ruling TMC has labelled the BJP’s election manifesto a “copycat” document, questioning the saffron party’s track record on fulfilling promises. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee highlighted unfulfilled pledges like Rs 15 lakh bank deposits and job creation, while a TMC spokesperson accused the BJP of adopting their successful welfare schemes.
A 20-year-old man was apprehended after allegedly hurling a Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman’s San Francisco residence, igniting an exterior gate. Shortly after, he reportedly threatened to torch OpenAI’s headquarters. Police swiftly responded to both incidents, detaining the suspect. OpenAI expressed gratitude for the rapid police response and support in ensuring employee safety.
TVK party blames Union minister L Murugan and Tamil Nadu’s deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin for the online leak of actor Vijay’s unreleased film ‘Jananayagan’. The production house has filed a complaint seeking forensic investigation and legal action against those responsible for the unauthorized circulation.
Former state BJP chief Dilip Ghosh labelled over 90 lakh people removed from Bengal’s electoral rolls as ‘anti-nationals’. He challenged Trinamool Congress to win without ‘fake voters’. Ghosh’s remarks came after acknowledging some genuine voters were removed. His opponent criticised the statement, questioning if Hindus excluded were traitors.
The Election Commission has issued no model code of conduct notices during ongoing polls, opting instead for FIRs for serious violations. This shift, attributed to CEC Gyanesh Kumar, aims to streamline enforcement within tight campaign schedules and leverage existing legal frameworks for offenses like communal remarks and personal attacks.
Veerappan’s daughter Vidhyarani and widow Muthulakshmi are entering electoral politics. They aim to portray the late forest brigand as a protector of Tamil rights. Vidhyarani is contesting from Mettur and Muthulakshmi from Krishnagiri. Both candidates are backed by parties supporting Tamil nationalism. Their campaigns focus on their father’s legacy and local issues.
BJP’s Bengal manifesto champions Hindutva and national security, promising a crackdown on infiltrators and implementing Uniform Civil Code. It also targets women and youth with welfare schemes, aiming to consolidate Hindu votes against TMC’s alleged appeasement. The party stresses border security and curbing corruption, seeking to replicate its Assam success.
The Supreme Court is examining serious allegations of human trafficking. Relatives claim Indians were lured to Russia for jobs or studies but were then forced into military roles. Their passports were taken, and they faced threats. The court has asked the solicitor general to investigate these disturbing reports.
