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Opposition parties in the Rajya Sabha accused the government of political manoeuvring by proposing amendments to the women’s reservation law, alleging it’s timed for the upcoming assembly elections. The government defended its right to decide legislative timing, emphasising a commitment to women’s empowerment and dismissing election-related motives. A heated exchange ensued over the implementation timeline.

The Supreme Court expressed grave concern over an attack on judicial officers in West Bengal’s Malda, citing a breakdown in law and order. The apex court has issued show-cause notices to top state officials and ordered central forces for officer protection. A central agency will investigate the ‘deliberate and calculated’ attempt to obstruct justice.

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir are calling the collapse of a Rs 67-crore bridge ‘minor,’ bizarrely attributing it to divine intervention and refusing any investigation. Even with repair costs soaring past Rs 38 crore, critics suspect the administration is protecting the contractors responsible for the shoddy construction.

J&K’s State Investigating Agency has charged Sabar Hussain from Poonch for aiding terrorists responsible for the brutal killing of a government employee in Rajouri two years ago. Hussain allegedly provided shelter and support to Lashkar-e-Taiba/TRF militants involved in the fatal attack on Mohammed Razaq. Prima facie, offences under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act are established.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has demanded a swift, transparent investigation into the killing of a man in an alleged encounter. The deceased’s family claims he had no terror links and was preparing to join the Army. Authorities are urged to make facts public to maintain credibility amid grave allegations.

India assures ample fuel and gas supplies amidst West Asia conflict, with the Navy actively escorting tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted PM Modi’s diplomatic efforts and the nation’s preparedness. Meanwhile, the Navy Chief noted evolving maritime competition beyond energy to critical resources and data, emphasizing increased marine activity and

Trekkers given food that induced nausea, weakened them so they couldn’t continue on foot & needed emergency flights