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A BBC editor has been implicated in aiding at least 15 Somali criminals, including a gang rapist, to contest their deportation from the United Kingdom, according to reports from British media. This involvement has sparked widespread controversy and debate over the ethics and responsibilities of media professionals in legal matters.

In a revelation that might ruffle more than a few feathers, Delhi politician Naveen Jindal dropped a bombshell on Monday (6th February), pointing out a stark contrast in the public image and private indulgences of Arvind Kejriwal during the 2022 election campaign in Gujarat. While the common man's champion was seen navigating the streets in an auto, his nights were anything but common, luxuriating in the opulence of a 'Maharaja suite' at a staggering cost of ₹8-10 lakhs of taxpayers' money each night.

Naik Jadunath Singh, a symbol of valor and courage, was born on 21st Nov 1916 in the humble village of Khajuri, located in the Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh. The son of a poor farmer, Sri Birbal Singh Rathore, and Smt Jamuna Kanwar, Naik Jadunath Singh grew up as one of eight siblings, amidst a simple life that blended hard work with the joys of rural traditions.

In a significant move, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), the cornerstone of Indian educational content, has taken a step towards ensuring the accuracy of the historical narratives presented to its young learners. This action specifically pertains to the removal of contentious statements about Brahmins from the textbooks of 6th Standard students across the country.

In an age where the sanctity of education is paramount, the introduction of a chapter on dating and relationships in a Class 9 CBSE textbook has raised eyebrows and stirred a significant debate. This chapter, titled ‘Dating and Relationships (Understanding Yourself and the Other Person),** aims** to educate young minds on the nuances of dating, including modern terminologies such as ‘ghosting’, ‘catfishing’, and ‘cyberbullying’. However, one can't help but question: Is this the kind of education our schools should be prioritizing?

In the early hours of a Tuesday morning, Imam Zakir Hussain of the Mehrauli mosque was met with a significant change. As he was preparing for the day's morning prayers, authorities arrived to enforce a decision made by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). The decision was clear: the mosque, alongside the Behrul Uloom madrasa operating within its premises where children lived and studied, was to be demolished due to its status as an illegal structure.

In a day marked by ceremonial grandeur and historic firsts, the Budget Session of the Parliament commenced this January 31. The spotlight was on President Draupadi Murmu as she made her inaugural address to the members of both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha in the newly inaugurated Parliament building.

In a significant ruling on Monday, the Madras High Court issued directives to the Tamil Nadu government and the State Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department, emphasizing the sanctity of the Palani temple, also known as the Arulmigu Dhandayuthapaniswamy Temple, along with its sub-temples located in Tamil Nadu. This decision underscores a pivotal stance on religious practice and the preservation of sacred spaces within the Hindu community.

In a recent development that has drawn national attention, the Hindu community has approached India's highest judicial authority, the Supreme Court, with a significant request concerning the Gyanvapi Masjid, a site steeped in religious and historical significance. This move comes shortly after the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) released a report on the Gyanvapi Masjid.

In an unprecedented decision that has captured the nation's attention, an additional district sessions court in Kerala's Alappuzha district has handed down a significant verdict. On Tuesday, the court sentenced 15 individuals associated with the PFI-SDPI to death for their involvement in the 2021 murder of BJP leader Ranjith Sreenivasan.