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Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav along with his wife Dimple Yadav and their daughter tested positive for Covid 19 on Wednesday.

Ministry of Road Transport introduces new registration mark for new BH-series vehicles

The Ministry of Road Transport on Wednesday, December 22 introduced a new registration mark for all new Bharat series (BH-series) vehicles. Under this, a personal vehicle of this registration mark will not need an assignment of a new registration mark while travelling from one state to another, ANI reported.

MHA issues lookout circular against SAD MLA Bikram Singh Majithia in drugs case

The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a Lookout Circular against Shiromani Akali Dal MLA Bikram Singh Majithia in a drugs case on Wednesday, December 22. Majithia was booked under sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act on Tuesday. An FIR was registered against him for allegedly permitting drug smuggling and for financing the distribution or sale of drugs.

India successfully tests surface to surface-guided ballistic missile Pralay

India successfully testfired surface-to-surface ballistic missile, Pralay on Wednesday, December 22, said DRDO. The missile was launched from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island around 10:30 am. Reportedly, Pralay is based on Prithvi Defence Vehicle from the Indian ballistic missile programme.

Andhra Pradesh reports second Omicron case

Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday, December 22 has reported its second Omicron case. As per reports, a 39-year-old woman tested positive for the Covid-19 Omicron variant on December 12. She had travelled from Kenya to Chennai to Tirupati.

Two-time Goa BJP MLA Carlos Almeida to join Congress

Two-times Goa BJP MLA Carlos Almeida, who tendered his resignation as MLA, is likely to join Congress today. Almeida, the second BJP MLA to resign from Mormugao taluka after Alina Saldanha, had accused BJP of systematically finishing Manohar Parrikar’s loyalists.

PM Modi to hold meeting on Thursday to review Covid 19 situation in country

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to hold a meeting on Thursday to review the Covid-19 situation in the country. As of now, more than 200 confirmed cases of new variant Omicron has been reported. While the numbers of per day covid cases are once again rising in many states, including Maharashtra, Kerala, and Delhi.

Dozens reportedly missing after landslide at Myanmar jade mine

A jade mine took place in northern Myanmar and soon after that landslide took place in which dozens of people are feared missing. The landslide took place at 4 am and there were also reports that 80 people had been swept into a lake by mining waste.

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TMC MP Derek O’Brien to join 12 suspended MPs at protest in Parliament today, he was suspended yesterday

Trinamool Congress MP Derek O’Brien, who was suspended yesterday from Parliament for unruly behaviour in the house will today join 12 suspended MPs at a protest in Parliament. He was suspended yesterday from the rest of the ongoing Parliament’s winter session.

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Congress, BJP attack Bhagwant Mann over remarks on Punjab blasts

Congress and BJP have jointly criticised Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann after he linked recent blasts near defence sites to political motives, triggering a controversy.

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A political row has erupted in Punjab after Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann linked recent blast incidents to political motives, drawing sharp criticism from both the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

The controversy follows two low-intensity explosions reported within a short span of time — one near the Border Security Force (BSF) headquarters in Jalandhar and another close to an army cantonment area in Amritsar. The incidents raised concerns over security, particularly given the sensitive nature of the locations.

In response, Mann suggested that the blasts could be part of a larger political strategy. His remarks triggered a strong backlash, with opposition parties accusing him of politicising a serious security issue.

Leaders from the Congress criticised the Chief Minister’s statement, calling it inappropriate and alleging that such comments undermine the gravity of the situation. They stressed that matters related to national security should be handled with caution and responsibility.

The BJP also joined the criticism, questioning the basis of Mann’s claims and urging the state government to focus on investigation and law enforcement instead of making political allegations.

The developments have led to an unusual moment where both Congress and BJP appear aligned in their criticism of the Aam Aadmi Party-led government in the state.

Meanwhile, the blasts themselves have intensified concerns over safety in border regions, with authorities continuing their investigation into the incidents. No casualties were reported, but the proximity to defence establishments has made the issue particularly sensitive.

The episode has further escalated political tensions in the state, with security and accountability emerging as key points of debate.

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Himanta Biswa Sarma resigns as Assam chief minister, oath ceremony likely after May 11

Himanta Biswa Sarma resigns as Assam Chief Minister after BJP-led NDA’s victory. He will continue as caretaker CM until the new government is sworn in after May 11.

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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma resigned from his post on Wednesday, paving the way for the formation of a new government after the BJP-led NDA secured a decisive victory in the 2026 Assembly elections.

Sarma submitted his resignation to Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya at Lok Bhawan in Guwahati. The Governor accepted the resignation and asked him to continue as the caretaker Chief Minister until the new government takes charge.

The resignation comes after the NDA’s strong electoral performance, where the alliance won a clear majority in the 126-member Assembly, ensuring its return to power for another term.

Oath ceremony expected after May 11

Speaking to reporters after submitting his resignation, Sarma said the swearing-in ceremony for the new government is likely to be held after May 11.

He indicated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to attend the ceremony but is unavailable until May 11, which has influenced the tentative schedule.

Decision on next chief minister soon

Sources suggest that central observers, including senior BJP leaders, are expected to arrive shortly to oversee the selection of the legislature party leader. The newly elected MLAs will then decide on the next Chief Minister.

Despite the formal resignation, party sources indicate that Sarma is likely to continue in the role for another term, given the BJP’s strong mandate in the state.

The move marks the beginning of the government formation process in Assam following the election results declared earlier this week.

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Rahul Gandhi and Vijay alliance took shape through backchannel talks, early signals from Congress leaders

Congress outreach and political calculations led to Rahul Gandhi and Vijay coming together after the Tamil Nadu 2026 election results.

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The coming together of Rahul Gandhi and actor-politician Vijay in Tamil Nadu after the 2026 Assembly elections was not sudden, but the result of behind-the-scenes political manoeuvring and early signals within the Congress.

According to media reports, some leaders in the Tamil Nadu Congress had already sensed the scale of Vijay’s surge during the campaign, anticipating what was later described as a “wave” in favour of his party.

After the results, where Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerged as the single largest party but fell short of a majority, communication channels between the Congress leadership and Vijay quickly became active.

A key moment in this evolving political equation was a phone call from Rahul Gandhi to Vijay, congratulating him on the party’s strong performance. The conversation was seen as more than a courtesy, signalling the possibility of cooperation at a time when government formation required additional support.

Reports indicate that discussions within Congress weighed the political benefits of supporting Vijay, especially given the shifting dynamics in the state where traditional dominance by major Dravidian parties has been challenged.

With TVK needing allies to cross the majority mark, Congress emerged as a potential partner, leading to a broader political realignment in the state. This development also triggered tensions within opposition alliances, highlighting the strategic importance of the decision.

The evolving partnership reflects a mix of electoral pragmatism and changing voter sentiment, particularly the growing influence of younger voters, which leaders acknowledged as a key factor in the election outcome.

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