The Punjab Legislative Assembly's budget session commenced on Friday, with discussions centered on the Punjab government's achievements. However, the session was marred by the Congress party's walkout, with Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema accusing them of failing to play a constructive opposition role.
BJP MP Jagdambika Pal praised Union Home Minister Amit Shah's speech in the Rajya Sabha, highlighting his resolute stance on Article 370 and national security. Shah emphasized the BJP-led government's zero-tolerance policy against terrorism and Naxalism, and credited the removal of Article 370 as a historic move that ended separatism in Kashmir.
Choreographer Remo D'Souza praised the new talents in the second season of 'Hip Hop India', highlighting the show's dependence on strong participants. Malaika Arora, a fellow judge, emphasized the importance of encouraging contestants who face rejection, viewing it as a stepping stone for future success.
Police in Agartala seized a massive 110,000 Yaba tablets from a hotel and arrested three individuals linked to the smuggling operation. This major drug bust comes just a day after the Assam police apprehended four persons and seized a large quantity of drugs in Assam's Sribhumi and Cachar districts.
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles and his former chief of staff, Jo Tarnawsky, have reached a confidential settlement in their legal dispute, ending months of controversy surrounding allegations of bullying and a safe workplace. Tarnawsky, who will now leave the public service, expressed relief at the resolution but emphasized the importance of employees feeling safe to raise concerns without fear of reprisal.