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Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi slam Uttar Pradesh police for blocking Sambhal visit

The Leader of Opposition said that he was ready to relinquish his convoy and go to Sambhal alone with the police.

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Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi slam Uttar Pradesh police for blocking Sambhal visit

Senior Congress leader and the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi today asserted that the Uttar Pradesh police stopped his convoy at the Ghazipur border, blocking his planned visit to violence-hit Sambhal. The Senior Congress leader added that the police denied him his constitutional rights to meet the affected people.

The Leader of Opposition said that he was ready to relinquish his convoy and go to Sambhal alone with the police. He said the authorities had asked him to return after some days. Rahul Gandhi mentioned that as a Leader of Opposition, it is his right to go to the violence-hit area, but the police are stopping him. He added that the police said that they will allow him to go after a few days.

He pointed out that denying him to go to Sambhal is against the rights of LoP and the Constitution. He said that they want to go to Sambhal and see what happened there, and meet the people. Claiming that his Constitutional rights are not being given to him, he said that this is the new India, an India to end the Constitution.

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra stated that as the Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi has the right to meet the victims of the violence. She mentioned that whatever happened in Sambhal is wrong. She asserted that Rahul Gandhi is the leader of the opposition, he has constitutional rights and he cannot be stopped like this. She continued that Rahul Gandhi has the constitutional right to be allowed to go and meet the victims. 

She asserted that Rahul Gandhi also said that he would go alone with the UP police but they are not ready to do that either. She said that the police have no answer, adding that maybe the situation in Uttar Pradesh is such that they cannot handle even this much. 

Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh’s deputy chief minister Brajesh Pathak said Congress leaders were trying to politicise the Sambhal violence. He further appealed to the politicians to not spoil the law and order of the state. He said that cartridge shells that came from Pakistan have been recovered there and the matter is being investigated. 

He assured that whoever is involved in this will not be spared. He continued that UP has changed now, and they will not be able to divide UP. He mentioned that whenever there is a big disturbance, the police impose Section 144, under which a crowd cannot gather until peace is restored. As long as the section is in place, Congress should not attempt such acts there, he said.

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PM Modi mocks MK Stalin’s criticism, cites record central funds for Tamil Nadu infrastructure

At the Pamban bridge inauguration, PM Modi countered MK Stalin’s criticism on fund allocation, pointing to a sharp rise in railway and road infrastructure support for Tamil Nadu.

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During his visit to Tamil Nadu to inaugurate the newly built Pamban bridge, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a sharp swipe at the Opposition, indirectly targeting Chief Minister MK Stalin, accusing them of complaining “without any reason” despite substantial central funding for the state’s development.

Without directly naming Stalin, PM Modi dismissed the persistent criticism regarding fund allocations, delimitation concerns, and the three-language policy, pointing instead to what he described as an unprecedented increase in support from the Centre for Tamil Nadu’s infrastructure growth.

Rail and road allocations see massive rise post-2014

Highlighting the Centre’s investment in Tamil Nadu’s railways, PM Modi stated that before 2014, the annual budget for rail projects in the state was around ₹900 crore, but under the current government, it has risen to over ₹6,000 crore. He also noted that 77 railway stations across Tamil Nadu, including Rameswaram, are being modernised.

On road infrastructure, he added that approximately 4,000 kilometres of roads have been built in the state under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana over the past decade, signifying strong progress in connectivity, especially in rural areas.

Cultural and political tensions remain unaddressed

While the Prime Minister focused on infrastructure milestones, he avoided addressing CM Stalin’s criticism on delimitation and the three-language policy—issues that have remained flashpoints between the Centre and southern states. Stalin has repeatedly alleged that the Centre is attempting to politically weaken southern states and culturally impose Hindi, often pointing to education policy pressure and threats to funding as key examples.

PM Modi, however, took a different line of attack, questioning why state leaders sign official documents in English instead of Tamil, and challenged the state to introduce medical education in the Tamil language, positioning it as a test of cultural commitment.

The remarks have further escalated the ongoing Centre-state tensions, especially in the backdrop of regional concerns about federal autonomy, language imposition, and resource distribution.

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Rahul Gandhi to join Congress’ Palayan Roko, Naukri Do march in Begusarai on April 7, asks Bihar youth to join White T-Shirt movement

“You too come wearing a White T-Shirt, ask questions, raise your voice – to put pressure on the government for your rights, to remove it,” he said.

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Congress leader and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi announced on Sunday that he will visit Begusarai, Bihar, on April 7 to participate in the “Roko Palayan, Do Naukri” campaign. He took to X to share his plans, inviting the youth of Bihar to join him in the Yatra.

In his message, he addressed the youth, saying, “I will be in Begusarai on April 7 to stand with you in the ‘Roko Palayan, Do Naukri’ campaign. Together, we will showcase the resilience and struggles of Bihar’s young generation.”

He also encouraged attendees to wear white t-shirts to amplify their message and pressure the Bihar government. “You too come wearing a White T-Shirt, ask questions, raise your voice – to put pressure on the government for your rights, to remove it,” he said.

Gandhi stressed the importance of voicing their concerns over pressing issues such as unemployment, inflation, job reductions, and the privatization policies that disadvantaged the youth.

“Let us together make Bihar a state of opportunities,” the former Congress president said.

He referred to the campaign as the “Palayan Yatra,” inviting participants to come in their white t-shirts to represent the passion of Bihar’s youth and advocate for their rights.

Earlier on April 5, Gandhi raised concerns about the recently passed Waqf Bill, now an act, claiming that it “attacks Muslims” and sets a dangerous precedent for targeting other communities in the future.

Gandhi shared an article on X that suggested the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has redirected its focus to land owned by the Catholic Church following the passage of the Waqf Bill.

“I had warned that the Waqf Bill targets Muslims now, but it paves the way for future attacks on other communities. The RSS wasted no time in shifting its attention to Christians,” Gandhi stated in reference to the article.

He emphasised the importance of the Constitution as the sole protector against such attacks, declaring, “It is our collective responsibility to defend it.” When the Lok Sabha passed the bill, Gandhi remarked, “This assault on the Constitution by the RSS, BJP, and their allies is directed at Muslims today, but it sets a precedent for future attacks on other communities.”

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Good Bad Ugly trailer: Ajith Kumar’s power-packed visuals, fiery dialogues set the stage for April 10 release

Ajith Kumar takes center stage in the high-octane trailer of Good Bad Ugly, directed by Adhik Ravichandran. The film is set for a global release on April 10, 2025.

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Ajith Kumar's Good, Bad, Ugly

The trailer of Ajith Kumar’s much-awaited action entertainer Good Bad Ugly has finally been unveiled and it’s nothing short of a mass-loaded spectacle. Directed by Adhik Ravichandran, the film is set for a grand worldwide release on April 10, 2025 and the trailer has only amplified the hype around this high-octane action drama.

Originally planned for a Pongal 2025 release, the film has been in the works since June last year and boasts a powerhouse ensemble cast featuring Ajith Kumar, Trisha, Arjun Das, Prabhu, Prasanna, and Sunil.

The trailer opens with Arjun Das in a suave villainous role, dancing alongside foreign performers to the folk tune Otha Rooba Tharen. His character directly challenges Ajith’s, branding himself as the real villain in the story. Soon after, Trisha’s character accuses Ajith’s of a past crime, sparking emotional turmoil that quickly turns into a mission for revenge and redemption.

Ajith’s character, in a fiery monologue, reveals his transformation — having given up smoking, drinking, and violence for his family — only to reclaim his old ways when his son’s safety is at risk. With electrifying action scenes, gripping face-offs, and a commanding presence, Ajith delivers one of the trailer’s strongest lines, warning an opponent that while they may retain their body parts, they won’t keep their life.

The trailer ends with the striking declaration: “Bad boy.”

The trailer’s scheduled release was briefly delayed due to what the production team called “MASS SAMBAVAM” — a response so overwhelming it caused server slowdowns. Eventually, the trailer dropped 20 minutes later, much to fans’ delight.

Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, the film features music by National Award-winning composer G.V. Prakash Kumar, cinematography by Abinandhan Ramanujam, editing by Vijay Velukutty, and intense stunt sequences choreographed by Supreme Sundar and Kaloian Vodenicharov.

With its high-voltage visuals, punch-packed dialogues, and Ajith in full form, Good Bad Ugly promises to be a box-office storm when it hits theatres on April 10.

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