Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering case. Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the ED after an hour-long questioning. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) workers have been protesting in and around the chief minister’s residence against the arrest. Heavy security has been deployed in and around Kejriwal’s residence.
Lok Sabha Elections: Postal Voting for Journalists
Thiruvananthapuram: The Election Commission has announced that the journalists of the country can vote by post. Media workers have been included in the needy category. With this, journalists can cast their vote in the postal ballot.
Lok Sabha Elections: Civil Services Preliminary Exam Shifted
New Delhi: The civil service preliminary exam scheduled for May 26 has been postponed to June 16. In a press release, UPSC informed that the examination date has been changed keeping in mind the Lok Sabha elections.
Last year there were 1105 vacancies in civil service. But this year there are 1056 vacancies. There are 150 vacancies in Forest Service. Meanwhile, the civil service main exam will begin on September 20.
Citizenship Amendment Act;Â The Supreme Court granted three weeks time to the Center to reply
New Delhi: The Supreme Court granted time to the central government to respond to the petition challenging the Citizenship Amendment Act. The court directed to give a reply within three weeks. At the same time, the Supreme Court was not ready to grant an interim stay on the petition.
The case will be heard again on April 9. 237 petitions related to the Citizenship Amendment Act came up for consideration by the Supreme Court. The petition was filed by Indian Union, Muslim League and DYFI. The Muslim League responded that it was relieved by this action of the Supreme Court. The bench headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud considered the petitions.
The Center asked for 4 weeks time to reply but the Supreme Court directed to reply within three weeks. Moreover, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the central government, said that the Citizenship Amendment Act will not take away the citizenship of anyone. Meanwhile, the Muslim League responded that the Supreme Court’s action on the petition was a big relief.
Incident of attack on foreign students in Gujarat;Â 5 people were arrested
Five people have been arrested in connection with the attack on foreign students in the Gujarat University hostel. They were attacked for praying in the hostel during the month of Ramadan. The university has decided to shift them to a new place. It has also been decided to appoint ex-servicemen as security personnel.
Hitesh Mowada and Bharat Patel were initially arrested in connection with the incident. Later, Kshitij Pandey, Jitendra Patel and Sahil Dhudathia were arrested. The police have stated that efforts are on to arrest the rest.
Taking immediate action in the incident, the university has decided to shift the foreign students to a separate hostel for NRIs within three days. Retired army personnel have been deployed for the security of the hostel premises and an advisory committee of foreign students has also been formed.
The police have registered a case against 20-25 people who cannot be identified under different sections. Two students from Sri Lanka and Tajikistan were hospitalized with serious injuries.
WATCH: Thalapathy Vijay Returns to Kerala After 14 Years, Creates Fan Frenzy
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – March 18, 2024: Thalapathy Vijay’s return to Kerala after a long hiatus of 14 years sent a wave of excitement through the state today. The Tamil superstar arrived in Thiruvananthapuram to film the climax of his highly anticipated movie, “The Greatest of All Time” (GOAT). Hundreds of fans thronged the airport to catch a glimpse of their idol, creating a frenzy that required security measures from local authorities.
This visit marks Vijay’s comeback to Kerala after a 14-year absence. Videos circulating on social media show the enthusiastic crowd eagerly awaiting Vijay’s arrival, a testament to his enduring popularity in the state. The warm reception reflects the immense fan following Vijay enjoys and sets the stage for the much-awaited release of “GOAT”.
Directed by Venkat Prabu, “GOAT” has been shrouded in anticipation, with rumors swirling that it might be Vijay’s last film before he enters politics full-time. This speculation has only fueled the excitement of fans, making Vijay’s Kerala visit even more significant.
Lok Sabha elections in 7 phases;Â On April 26 in Kerala
New Delhi: Lok Sabha election date announced. Elections will be held in 7 phases in the country. Elections will be held in Kerala in the second phase as well. The nomination submission for Kerala is on April 4, scrutiny is on April 8. Poll on April 26. The vote counting is on June 4.
The first phase of voting will be held on April 19. By-elections will be held in 26 assembly constituencies. The announcement was made in a press conference held by the Election Commission. The Election Commission also stated that there are 97 crore voters, 10.5 lakh polling stations and 1.5 crore polling officers in the country.
Male voters 49.7 crores, female voters 47.1 crores, transgenders – 48,000, maiden voters – 1.85 crores, youth voters – 19.74 crores, centenarians – 2.18 lakhs, service voters – 19.1 lakhs, voters over 82 years are 82 lakhs. There are 88.4 lakh differently abled voters. There are 55 lakh electronic voting machines.
Control rooms will be opened in the districts. Contract workers will not be assigned for election duty. Strict action will be taken against those who spread fake news.
The Election Commission has given instructions like caste and religion, do not use children for propaganda, do not spread posters insulting opponents, not to present advertisements as news and to be respectful in vote campaigning for people with disabilities.
Assembly elections
1. Andhra Pradesh Polls – May 13
2. Sikkim- On 19th April
3. Orissa- On 13th May
4. Arunachal Pradesh on April 19
Counting of votes on June 4
Citizens above 85 years of age will be allowed to vote from home. Candidates information will be available at voter’s finger tips. For this, information will be made available through the mobile app.
Delhi Liquor Policy Scam Case; Arvind Kejriwal Granted Bail
New Delhi: Arvind Kejriwal granted bail in Delhi liquor policy corruption case. Delhi Rose Avenue court granted bail. 15,000 in bond and surety in like sum was granted.
The case was adjourned to April 1. The ED said that Kejriwal is trying to delay the proceedings in the case.
Will be produced in court soon. K Kavita arrived at Rose Avenue Court. Last day, K Kavita was arrested in the liquor policy corruption case.
Delhi Liquor Policy Scam Case; BRS leader K Kavita arrested
Former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhara Rao’s daughter K Kavita arrested in Delhi liquor license scam case. ED and IT departments searched the residence of BRS leader Kavitha in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, who was taken into custody in the afternoon. After the raid, those who were taken into custody will be taken to Delhi.
K Kavita’s arrest comes as Lok Sabha elections are around the corner. Moreover, the arrest of the opposition party leader also comes as the Congress government in Telangana is about to complete 100 days tomorrow. Moreover, the news of the arrest has come out when Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to hold a roadshow in the evening at Malkajgiri in Hyderabad today.
Delhi Sessions Court has asked Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to appear before the Magistrate Court in the same case. In 2024, Kavita was summoned twice by the ED and the IT department. Kavitha did not respond to this. Earlier, the ED had arrested Kavita’s associate and a liquor baron in Hyderabad, Arun Ramachandra Pillai.
The ED found that the license of liquor sale, which was under the Delhi government, was handed over to the private sector in 2021, and there were scandals including the disclosure of black money under its cover. It is also reported that in this deal involving Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, Kavita and AAP leader Vijay Nair, the liquor industry got undeserved profits.
Vizhinjam strike: Govt withdraws 157 cases
Thiruvananthapuram: The government has withdrawn the cases registered in the 2022 strike against the construction of Vizhinjam Adani International Port.
A total of 199 cases were registered. The government has decided to withdraw 157 cases which are not serious. The government took the decision to withdraw the cases on the basis of various requests received for withdrawal of these cases
After the strike, there was violence at the police station and others including the bishop were accused. The decision to withdraw the cases is in the context of the Lok Sabha elections. The Latin Catholic Church has requested this many times.
