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Women’s Reservation: Rahul Gandhi says implement Bill now, pushes for caste census, Amit Shah says BJP doesn’t do lip service

Explaining the importance of implementing OBC quota in the Women’s Reservation Bill, Gandhi noted that among the 90 secretaries, who run the Government of India, only 3 are from the OBCs.

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Women's Reservation: Rahul Gandhi says implement it now, pushes for caste census, Amit Shah says BJP doesn't do lip service

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said the Women’s Reservation Bill should be implemented with immediate effect and not wait for the delimitation exercise and the Census. Speaking in the Lok Sabha, the Congress MP from Wayanad in Kerala said the Bill can be implemented today by giving 33% quota to women in Parliament and state assemblies. The Congress leader said the BJP likes to distract people from various issues, one of them being the caste census. Gandhi said he would like to see the Other Backward Class (OBC) reservation included in this Bill.

Explaining the importance of implementing OBC quota in the Women’s Reservation Bill, Gandhi noted that among the 90 secretaries, who run the Government of India, only 3 are from the OBCs. He said there should be greater OBC representation among the top government officials for which, he said, a caste census was necessary. The Congress MP took a jibe at the government during the women’s quota bill discussions recalling the absence of President Droupadi Murmu from the inauguration of the new Parliament Building, and said she should have also been invited as the First Citizen of the country.

Rahul Gandhi said he found it strange that the implementation of the Bill would have to now wait for a new census and delimitation. He recalled the Congress’ singular contribution of the panchayati raj system in which women were given reservation thus allowing them into the political arena. This was a huge step, he said, adding the Women’s Reservation Bill was another big step.

Countering the former Congress president, Home Minister Amit Shah conveyed his heartfelt thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for getting this Bill, pending for years, introduced in the Special Session. Shah said women’s empowerment has been nothing but a political tool for the opposition to win votes and claimed it was not a political issue for his party.

Shah said the BJP government’s lifeline has been the protection, respect for and equality for women since its inception. He noted that the benefits of government welfare schemes go directly into the bank accounts of women.

He listed a host of women-centric initiatives of the Modi government including the Ujjwala Scheme, the Jan Dhan Yojana, maternity benefits and health insurance. Shah said the government has brought this bill to amend faults in Indian society and give power and respect to women, Amit Shah said. This amendment came up four times earlier, but it couldn’t be passed. Every time, this House disappointed the country’s women, he said. The Home Minister requested the House to pass the Bill unanimously.

There are only three categories for political representation as of now, the OBCs, the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes. This Bill will gives women reservation in all three categories, Amit Shah said. Speaking on the delimitation commission, Amit Shah said such a panel would include a retired Supreme Court judge, senior Election Commission officials and other members of constitutional bodies along with representatives of political parties.

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Home Ministry convenes emergency meeting amid rising security concerns after Pahalgam terror attack

After the tragic Pahalgam terror attack, the Home Ministry convened a high-level meeting in Delhi as intense security operations unfold across Jammu and Kashmir.

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Amid heightened security concerns following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, the Ministry of Home Affairs convened a high-level meeting in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Key officials attending the meeting include Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Director Generals of the Border Security Force (BSF), Assam Rifles, and the National Security Guard (NSG), along with senior representatives from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF).

Meanwhile, extensive counter-terrorism operations are ongoing at multiple locations across Jammu and Kashmir. Sources familiar with the matter noted that, due to the sensitive nature of these operations, no specific updates are currently being disclosed.

In a related development on Monday, the Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted raids at 13 locations in the Doda district, targeting terrorist hideouts and individuals suspected of links to terrorist activities.

Additionally, Srinagar Police carried out a series of extensive searches across the city. These operations focused on the residences of Over Ground Workers (OGWs) and associates linked to banned terrorist outfits, as part of ongoing investigations under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

According to a police statement, searches were conducted at the homes of 63 individuals. These operations were executed in accordance with legal procedures, under the supervision of Executive Magistrates and independent witnesses, aiming to collect evidence such as weapons, documents, and digital devices to thwart any potential conspiracies threatening national security.

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Family Man 3 actor Rohit Basfore found dead near Guwahati waterfall

Actor Rohit Basfore, part of Family Man 3, was found dead at Garbhanga Waterfalls. Initial police reports cite accidental drowning, but further investigation is ongoing.

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In a tragic turn of events, actor Rohit Basfore, known for his role in the upcoming third season of The Family Man, was found dead near the Garbhanga Waterfalls in Guwahati on Sunday, April 27. The incident has sent shockwaves through the entertainment community and among fans.

According to police reports, Basfore had gone on a picnic with nine colleagues when the mishap occurred. Officials from Rani Police Outpost stated that he allegedly fell into the waterfall around 2 pm. The authorities were alerted by 4 pm, and a rescue operation led by the SDRF team resulted in the recovery of his body at approximately 6.30 pm.

Initial findings suggest that Basfore died by accidental drowning, with the police currently not suspecting foul play. However, the final confirmation on the cause of death will depend on the awaited post-mortem report. Despite the preliminary conclusions, Basfore’s family members have voiced concerns over possible foul play, prompting further investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

In recent weeks, Rohit Basfore had shared glimpses from the set of Family Man 3 on his social media, expressing excitement about his experience. He posted photographs alongside co-actors Jaideep Ahlawat and Dalip Tahil, reflecting on his enthusiasm for learning and acting.

The Family Man series, a creation by Raj & DK for a leading OTT platform, stars Manoj Bajpayee in the lead role of Srikant Tiwari. The popular thriller debuted its first season in 2019, followed by a second season in 2021, and has gained a loyal fanbase awaiting its third chapter.

As the investigation continues, friends, fans, and colleagues mourn the untimely loss of a budding talent whose career was just beginning to blossom.

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PM Modi to chair crucial security meeting after Pahalgam attack

PM Modi will chair crucial security and cabinet meetings tomorrow to assess national preparedness after the Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 dead in Jammu and Kashmir.

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In the aftermath of the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives last week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a series of crucial meetings tomorrow to review India’s security preparedness.

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), the nation’s apex body for national security decisions, is scheduled to convene around 11 am. This will be the second high-level review since the tragic incident in Jammu and Kashmir.

Following the CCS meeting, the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA), chaired by the Prime Minister, will also gather to discuss political and strategic issues. Senior leaders, including Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari, Health Minister JP Nadda, and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, will participate in the deliberations.

Later, the Cabinet’s Economic Affairs Committee will meet, culminating in a full cabinet session.

During the previous CCS meeting, held two days after the attack, the government placed security forces across the country on heightened alert and vowed strict action against those responsible. Measures taken included suspending the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan, halting SAARC visas, closing the Wagah-Attari border, and downgrading diplomatic ties with Islamabad.

Additionally, Pakistani nationals residing in India were asked to return to their country, with a slight extension given to those holding medical visas until Tuesday. In retaliation, Pakistan announced the suspension of all bilateral agreements with India, including the historic Simla Agreement.

As tensions between the two countries escalate, tomorrow’s meetings are expected to chart the next course of action amid rising security concerns.

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