India News Update: Bihar Voter List, Zelensky’s Plea to Modi, Dharali Flood Tragedy
A roundup of the most important news stories from India today.
Supreme Court Hears Bihar Voter List Case
The Supreme Court today heard pleas against the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision in poll-bound Bihar. Opposition MPs were detained during a protest march related to the case.
Rahul Gandhi Challenges Election Commission Data
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi refused to sign oath documents, asserting that the Election Commission’s data is already public. The government accused him of undermining constitutional bodies.
Zelensky Seeks India’s Support for Peace
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reached out to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking India’s support for peace amidst ongoing tensions and trade disputes. PM Modi reiterated his call for an early and peaceful resolution.
Government Briefs Parliament on US-India Trade Tensions
Amidst ongoing tariff disputes with the US, the government briefed a parliamentary panel led by Shashi Tharoor on US-India trade talks, tariff concerns, and market access.
Political Fallout in Karnataka
KN Rajanna resigned as minister, prompting the BJP to criticize the Congress party for what they described as an “emergency mindset.”
Supreme Court Orders Sterilization and Relocation of Stray Dogs in Delhi-NCR
In a landmark order, the Supreme Court directed the sterilization and relocation of stray dogs in Delhi-NCR, issuing strict legal warnings against any obstruction of these efforts.
Heartbreaking Scenes in Dharali After Devastating Cloudburst
The aftermath of the cloudburst in Dharali paints a tragic picture of destroyed homes, temples, and lost lives. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami ordered a strict ban on construction near riverbanks.
Other News in Brief
- Cabinet meeting scheduled for 1 PM.
- Tiranga Bike Rally held in Delhi.
- Flare-up reported in Uttar Pradesh’s Fatehpur.
- Hockey Junior Men’s Nationals underway in Jalandhar.