Ann Widdecombe suspect not known to Prevent as counter terrorism police take over investigation
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirmed the suspect was not known to the government's anti-terrorism programme in an update to MPs.
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Citing former PM Manmohan Singh, BJP says Congress has habit of discrediting Election Commission
The BJP cited Manmohan Singh's remarks to accuse Congress of attacking institutions. Congress countered by referencing Quraishi's book to criticize Prime Minister Modi. The BJP alleged ministers targeted the poll body when the UPA was in power. Salman Khurshid was censured for promising an enhanced Muslim quota during a campaign. Singh viewed the EC as democracy's soul, while Modi sees it as a political tool.
Bihar Environment Minister inaugurates ‘Ecotourism Investors Meet-2026’
Aims to boost ecotourism with private investors’ participation for developing sites. Ecotourism destinations are divided into two groups for their development. Group A includes 29 ‘Reservoir-based ecotourism projects’ ; Group B includes 247 projects, including ponds, lakes, and wetlands
Anti-graft bills not aimed at undercutting non-BJP governments, says ministry of home affairs
The home ministry has rejected opposition claims regarding anti-corruption bills. These proposed laws aim to remove arrested officials after thirty days in custody. Legislative membership remains intact, ensuring government stability is unaffected. The ministry asserts the mandate is protected by ensuring effective and trustworthy governance. Parliamentary committees are scrutinizing these proposed anti-corruption measures.
Fair, reasoned process must decide citizenship: Supreme Court
SC sets aside 27 judgments of Guahati High Court on foreigners, tells tribunals to adjudicate afresh; it says such declarations cannot be sustainable if “procedure adopted is mechanical, one-sided, or devoid of application of mind”