In an effort to reduce air pollution and combat the heat wave in Delhi, a meeting was held on Tuesday by over 25 government agencies under the leadership of Delhi's Forest and Environment Minister Gopal Rai. The meeting aimed to execute the 12-point Summer Action Plan formulated by the Delhi government, which includes a tree plantation campaign to increase the green belt in the city. The goal is to plant 2 crore saplings in 5 years, with the government claiming to have already exceeded their target in the fourth year of their tenure.
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi sparked a heated debate on Tuesday after his "Hindu" remark directed towards the treasury bench. The Prime Minister reacted strongly, calling Gandhi's comment a "serious matter". This is not the first time that Gandhi has faced backlash for his comments on Hindus, and BJP's IT Cell head Amit Malviya has accused him of spreading hate and lies. With the tense political climate in the country, such statements could potentially worsen the situation and lead to hate crimes against Hindus.
Heartbreak has struck Ravdi, Madhya Pradesh, as a family of five was discovered in an inexplicable and heartbreaking scene that is eerily similar to the infamous Burari incident in Delhi weeks before. As authorities launch their investigation, the close-knit community mourns the loss of the entire Dodwa family and braces for the possibility of another unfathomable suicide pact. This tragic event serves as a somber reminder of the urgent need for greater mental health awareness and resources across India.
The Delhi High Court will hear Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's petition challenging his arrest and remand in the CBI case related to the now-scrapped excise policy. A single-judge bench of Justice Neena Bansal Krishna will hear the matter after a petition was filed on Monday. Kejriwal has also challenged a previous order granting him custody to the CBI and is currently in judicial custody till July 12 in the corruption case. The CBI had arrested him from Tihar jail on June 26 and the trial court has stated that his further custodial interrogation may be required.
In a dramatic turn of events, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has filed a petition in the Delhi High Court against his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the liquor excise policy case. This comes after the Delhi court remanded Kejriwal to judicial custody until 12 July, citing him as one of the "main conspirators" in the case. Kejriwal's petition also challenges the court's 26 June order that placed him in three-day custody, calling it "arbitrary" and "unfair." The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader's move has sparked speculation and controversy, with the CBI claiming he was uncooperative during the investigation and might try to influence witnesses. Don't miss this exclusive update on the ongoing legal battle between Kejriwal and the CBI.
Sri Lanka has expressed its concern to India over the death of a Sri Lankan navy sailor during an operation to seize an Indian trawler engaged in illegal fishing in the island's territorial waters. The Sri Lankan High Commissioner in Delhi has relayed the message to India's External Affairs Minister, stating that the sailor's death was an accident and not due to any intentional act. This incident comes amidst ongoing tensions between India and Sri Lanka over illegal fishing activities in each other's waters.
A Delhi court has sentenced activist Medha Patkar to five months imprisonment and a fine of Rs 10 lakh in a 23-year-old criminal defamation case filed against her by former Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena. The case dates back to 2001 when Saxena had filed a defamation suit against Patkar for allegedly issuing a press notice against him. The court observed that Patkar's remarks were inflammatory and intended to provoke public outrage against Saxena, causing irreparable damage to his public image. Patkar's counsel argued that there was no proof that the press note was sent by her and the matter is expected to be appealed.
The Delhi High Court has directed the Central government to make a prompt decision on giving a temporary office location to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Delhi. This will enable the party to continue its functioning smoothly. The court issued this order while hearing a petition filed by the AAP seeking a designated space for its operations.
India's criminal justice system sees a major overhaul as three new laws, including the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, replace the longstanding British-era statutes. This comes after the Delhi Police register its first FIR under the BNS against a street vendor for obstructing a foot overbridge and conducting sales. Union Home Minister Amit Shah had promised that the new laws would prioritize delivering justice, marking a significant milestone for the country's legal framework.
Heavy rain in Maharashtra's Lonavala led to the overflowing of Bhushi Dam, resulting in a family of six being swept away by the strong currents. Authorities have recovered two bodies so far and halted rescue operations for the day, with plans to resume tomorrow morning. In separate incidents, three more individuals have drowned in Delhi due to heavy rain. This serves as a reminder of the dangers of water activities during monsoon season.