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On January 12, N Biren Singh, the Chief Minister of Manipur, made a pivotal announcement. He stated that individuals who arrived in the state after 1961, which is established as the base year for the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system, would be identified and deported. This declaration follows his admission of the presence of over 12,000 refugees from Myanmar across various districts in Manipur. Singh highlighted his concerns regarding illegal immigrants, especially the Chun Kuki tribes from neighboring countries, who are residing in the state without valid documentation.

This past Monday, February 12th, witnessed a significant gathering at the Haldwani Nagar Nigam office. A Muslim Peace Committee engaged in a crucial dialogue with Nainital's Senior Superintendent of Police, Prahlad Narayan Meena, and District Magistrate, Vandana Singh. The assembly was organized shortly after an incident where a group from the Muslim community clashed with local law enforcement and the Haldwani Municipal Corporation. This confrontation occurred following the demolition of a madrasa, which was reportedly built on government land without authorization.

On Tuesday, a surge of unrest unfolded at the Punjab-Haryana (Shambhu) border as protesting farmers commenced the dismantling of barricades. This act of defiance led the Haryana police to respond with tear gas in an effort to disperse the gathering. The tension arose shortly after the initiation of the 'Dilli Chalo' march by farmers' unions, which saw heightened security measures including the detention of several farmers and the seizure of their vehicles by Haryana police. Despite a lack of progress in discussions between farmer leaders and Union Ministers Piyush Goyal and Arjun Munda, wit...

In a tragic incident in Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida, 19-year-old Mohammad Maz Pathan, along with a 15-year-old minor, was involved in the murder of 16-year-old Vaibhav Singhal. The confrontation that led to Vaibhav's death was over the refusal to delete a girl's photograph from a mobile phone. The crime culminated with Maz disposing of Vaibhav's body in the Khareli canal. The authorities apprehended Maz and his accomplice after an exchange of gunfire in the Dankaur area.

On February 11th, a video emerged online showing Abdul Malik, identified as the instigator of recent disturbances in Haldwani, in a confrontational exchange with the city's Mayor over a disputed piece of land. Malik, apprehended on Sunday, was captured on video challenging the Mayor who had arrived to reclaim the property reportedly encroached upon illegally. The incident also involved the detention of Javed Siddiqui, recognized as the sibling of SP leader Mateen Siddiqui, and Jishan Parvez, a former councillor, both linked to the Haldwani incident.

On February 12th, a remarkable event unfolded as eight former Indian Navy personnel, previously facing the death penalty in Qatar, were liberated from their dire situation. This significant development follows four months of uncertainty and concern for the veterans and their families. The Ministry of External Affairs has extended its gratitude towards the Amir of the State of Qatar for his crucial role in facilitating the return of these Indian nationals to their homeland.

In a maneuver that reads like a plot from a mystery thriller, the Times of India has unveiled a narrative that feels more cinematic than political. Late in the evening of August 4, 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a journey to the Rashtrapati Bhavan, but this was no ordinary visit. Unlike his usual appearances, he arrived not with the pomp of a carcade and retinue but in a singular, unassuming vehicle. This deviation from the norm wasn't just a matter of preference but a calculated step in a covert operation that would shock both allies and adversaries alike.

At the heart of India's bustling capital lies the Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL, VIDP), not just a gateway for millions but also a home to a unique and somewhat bewildering presence within its boundaries. Situated roughly 16 km southwest of New Delhi's city center, this airport isn't just any airport. Named in honor of Indira Gandhi, a pivotal figure in Indian history and former Prime Minister, it stands as the busiest hub in the nation. With the advent of Terminal 3, its capacity has swelled to accommodate 46 million passengers, and projections suggest this number could more tha...

In Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, a story that reads like fiction has emerged, touching the hearts of many and bringing to light a tale of deceit that preyed upon the deepest emotions of a family. It's a narrative that began 22 years ago and found its way back into the lives of the Singh family under the most unusual circumstances.