Drivers in Kerala’s Kochi demand well-maintained washrooms, common resting spaces at hotels, resorts

The issue is back in the spotlight following a protest by a few tourist taxi car drivers at Crowne Plaza seeking adequate restroom facilities
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Opposition eyes Ayodhya to corner government as end of CJP stir deprives it of an incendiary issue
Also Likely To Take On Govt Over Police Action Against Protesters

Not security concerns, but erosion of political capital of the ruling party led to Pradhan’s resignation
Critical and unsavoury social media chatter also played a role in government conceding to CJP’s demands

West Bengal Assembly passes Bill depriving panchayat pradhans of financial powers
The bill was passed with 169 votes polled in favour of the bill, while 13 MLAs voted against it. 32 MLAs did not participate in the voting process
Ram Temple donation theft row: UP govt reconstitutes SIT; IG Kiran S to lead probe
Uttar Pradesh government formed a new SIT to investigate alleged embezzlement of temple offerings. This team, led by senior IPS officers, replaces the earlier investigation panel. The Supreme Court directed the state to form a fresh SIT under a senior IPS officer. Investigators previously examined financial records and questioned temple staff about donation irregularities. The new SIT will submit its findings to the Supreme Court on July 27.