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Big Stories Today: Supreme Court gets tough with Centre, Delhi over air pollution, Delhi shuts schools for a week, Zika cases nearly 100 in Kanpur, Assam Rifles commandant, others killed in Manipur

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Schools shut for a week, government officials to work from home, construction activities not to be allowed between November 14-17, says Delhi CM Kejriwal after emergency meet on air pollution

Schools in Delhi will shift completely to offline classes starting Monday, all construction activity will be shut down, and government officials will work from home, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal after chairing an emergency meet on air pollution in the city.
Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday called an emergency meeting to tackle severe air pollution in the city. The move comes after the Supreme Court asked authorities to take immediate measures.

Mahua Moitra appointed as State in-charge of Trinamool Congress Goa, with immediate effect

The Member of Parliament from Krishnanagar Lok Sabha, Mahua Moitra has been appointed as the State in charge of All India Trinamool Congress, Goa with immediate effect. Elated by the news of being appointed as the State in-charge, Mahua Moitra in a tweet, said that she is looking forward to doing her very best. She further thanked West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Assam Rifles commandant, others killed in ambush in Manipur

As per multiple reports, a convoy of a Commanding Officer of the Assam Rifles unit was ambushed by terrorists in the Singhat sub-division of Manipur’s Churachandpur district.
Col Viplav Tripathi (CO-46 AR), wife, and his son died on the spot and the other injured were shifted to Behiang Primary Health Centre.

Manipur Chief Minister in a tweet condemned the attack on a convoy.
He said: “The state forces and paramilitary are already on their job to track down the militants. The perpetrators will be brought to justice.”

Maharashtra LoP Devendra Fadnavis condemns violence, appeals for peace, section 144 imposed in Amravati

Maharashtra Leader of opposition Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said that he condemns protests and violence happening in Maharashtra.
He said: “Tripura Police have exposed fake photos posted on social media. I appeal to the people of Amravati to maintain social harmony and peace. There should be action against leaders giving inciting speeches.”

Amravati’s minister Yashomati Thakur has informed that Section 144 has been imposed in Amravati in view of violence during protests against Tripura violence.

90 active Zika virus cases in Kanpur, 31 recovered

Active Zika virus cases on Saturday in Kanpur now stands at 90, informs chief medical officer of Kanpur City, Dr Nepal Singh. 13 more Zika virus positive cases reported in the city yesterday, he added.

Kerala’s southern districts expect heavy rains, IMD issues orange alert

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan said in a Facebook post on Saturday that heavy rains are expected in the southern districts of Kerala. Emergency relief camps will be set up in landslide/flood-prone areas. In the wake of orange and yellow alerts issued by the Indian Meteorological Department, caution is needed in hilly areas, he added.

Minutes after the SC demanded emergency plan, Delhi CM Kejriwal calls emergency meet on city’s air quality

Minutes after the Supreme Court signaled the scale of the crisis, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal called an urgent meeting to discuss the poor air quality situation in the city.
Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, Health Minister Satyendar Jain, Environment Minister Gopal Rai and the Chief Secretary will be attending the meeting, a Delhi government spokesperson said.

Stone pelting reported at different places in Maharashtra during a protest march against violence in Tripura, government appeals for calm

Incidents of stone-pelting during protests against recent communal violence in Tripura were reported in Nashik, Amravati and Nanded districts of Maharashtra, informs Maharashtra Home Minister Dilip Walse-Patil.

He said: “Muslims across the state had taken out a protest march today against the violence in Tripura. During this, stone pelting was done in Nanded, Malegaon, Amaravati, and some other places. I appeal to all Hindus and Muslims to maintain peace.” READ STORY

Bihar Panchayat polls sixth phase counting underway

The results for the sixth phase of the Bihar panchayat election 2021 started coming in on Saturday morning. At least 848 panchayats in 37 districts will see the results in this phase. The counting will be completed on Sunday.
The results today will decide the fate of 94,188 candidates. The state election commission has made elaborate arrangements for counting votes. READ STORY

Read Also: Maharashtra: Stone-pelting reported in 3 cities during protests against Tripura communal violence, govt appeals to maintain peace

If possible, impose 2-day lockdown, says CJI Ramana over Delhi air pollution

Chief Justice of India NV Ramana on Saturday told the Centre that air pollution is a serious situation and masks are being worn at home also. The observations came while hearing a plea on worsening air quality in the national capital. The court suggested imposing a two-day lockdown in the city amid worsening air quality.

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Delhi LG VK Saxena directs probe into remarks against Kangana Ranaut by Congress leader Supriya Shrinate

The Delhi Police will investigate who was behind the said social media post and whose mobile phone was used for the purpose.

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Delhi lieutenant governor Vinai Kumar Saxena today sought a detailed probe from Delhi Police commissioner Sanjay Arora in relation with the alleged defamatory social media post made by Congress’s Supriya Shrinate against actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut.

Reportedly, BJP candidate from New Delhi Bansuri Swaraj had given a complaint to the LG seeking probe and registration of an FIR against Shrinate for outraging the modesty of a woman. Subsequently, the Delhi LG has forwarded the complaint to the Delhi Police Commissioner, directing a scientific investigation in the matter and initiation of legal action, if necessary.

Reports said that the Delhi Police will also investigate who was behind the said social media post and whose mobile phone was used for the purpose. A major controversy erupted on Monday after an objectionable post from Supriya Shrinate’s social media handle against Kangana Ranaut, who has been announced as the BJP candidate from Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi.

Responding to the remarks, Kangana Ranaut said that they must free the daughters from the shackles of prejudices and must rise above the curiosity about their body parts. She added that people must refrain from using sex workers’ challenging lives or circumstances as some kind of abuse or slur. She concluded that every woman deserves her dignity. As the controversy intensified, the Congress leader asserted that someone else had posted the objectionable content from her handle. 

Meanwhile, the Election Commission on Wednesday issued a show cause notice to Congress leader Supriya Shrinate for her derogatory remarks against Kangana Ranaut. The Election Commission observed that the remarks are undignified and in a bad taste. The election body asked the Congress leader to respond to the commission by Friday. In the notice, the Election Commission stated that the statements made by the leader is prima facie violative of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) being in force ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. 

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Bollywood actor Govinda joins Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena

Govinda on his official induction in the party by CM Eknath Shinde said he is joining Shiv Sena and it is a blessing from God. He said he thought he would not enter politics again. Govinda said Mumbai looks cleaner and better now.

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Bollywood actor Govinda joined Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena on Thursday ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra. In 2004 Govinda contested from Mumbai North Lok Sabha on a Congress ticket and earned the nickname of a giant slayer as he defeated BJP’s Ram Naik. He resigned from the party and said that he had decided to take a break from politics.

Govinda on his official induction in the party by CM Eknath Shinde said he is joining Shiv Sena and it is a blessing from God. He said he thought he would not enter politics again. Govinda said Mumbai looks cleaner and better now. He said his parents had a good relationship with Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray.

Shiv Sena leader Krishna Hedge met the Bollywood actor at his residence in Juhu. Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde said the actor’s joining the Shiv Sena does not come with a rider. Govinda said whatever work is assigned to him, he will do it to the best of the ability. He said he was a part of the 14th Lok Sabha and has returned to politics after 14 years.

Speaking about his role in politics, the actor said he would transform the film city of Mumbai. He did not reply when he was asked about contesting elections. Govinda said everybody has seen the same level of progress in Maharashtra in the last 2 years, as it has been seen in the country in the last 10 years. He said he is going to focus on the beautification of the state and work towards the growth of art and culture.

Rajya Sabha MP Milind Deora welcomed Govida into the party and said he has known the veteran Bollywood actor for almost 25 years. He recalled the 2004 election and said both of them had fought elections together.

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To browbeat, bully others is vintage Congress, says PM Modi after lawyers express concern over attempts to undermine judiciary

Lawyers, including Harish Salve and Bar Council chairperson Manan Kumar Mishra, wrote to CJI DY Chandrachud, alleging that a vested interest group is trying to put pressure on the judiciary and defame courts, particularly in cases of corruption involving politicians.

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PM Narendra Modi on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the Congress party after more than 600 lawyers and some bar associations across the country wrote to the Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, expressing concerns over attempts to undermine the judiciary’s integrity using political and professional pressure.

Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi wrote that to browbeat and bully others is vintage Congress culture. He recalled that five decades ago, the party itself had called for a committed judiciary, adding that they shamelessly want commitment from others for their selfish interests, but desist from any commitment towards the nation. He concluded that no wonder, 140 crore Indians are rejecting them.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s comments followed after lawyers, including Harish Salve and Bar Council chairperson Manan Kumar Mishra, wrote to CJI DY Chandrachud, alleging that a vested interest group is trying to put pressure on the judiciary and defame courts, particularly in cases of corruption involving politicians.

The lawyers said the tactics used by the vested interest group are damaging the courts and threatening democratic fabric. They stated that Chief Justice Chandrachud’s leadership is crucial in these tough times and the Supreme Court should stand strong, adding it is not the time to maintain dignified silence.

Without naming, the letter also targeted a section of lawyers and alleged they defend politicians by day and then try to influence judges through the media at night. Furthermore, they claimed that some elements are trying to influence who the judges are in their cases and spread lies on social media to put pressure on the judges to decide in a particular way.

In addition, the All Manipur Bar Association had also written to CJI DY Chandrachud highlighting the need to speak out against underhanded attacks on the judiciary on Wednesday. In its letter, the bar association said that it was extremely concerned about recent trends where vested interest groups were trying to defame the courts with frivolous logic and stale political agendas.

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