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Rahul Gandhi says government with vision essential, not one with grandiose Central Vista project

From the last ten days, Delhi has been under lockdown, with its health system collapsing amid worsening second wave of Coronavirus and has reported 20,201 fresh cases and 380 deaths on Tuesday.

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday attacked the government for continuing with work on the ambitious Central Vista project at the time when the country is facing deadly second wave of Covid which has taken away thousands of lives and crushed the healthcare system.

As the country reels under a severe health crisis, with its health system under pressure amid a rising number of Covid cases, the work on the Modi government’s Central Vista project has been permitted to continue as an essential service.

From the last ten days, Delhi has been under lockdown, with its health system collapsing amid worsening second wave of Coronavirus and has reported 20,201 fresh cases and 380 deaths on Tuesday.

Amidst this devastation, one project remains unaffected that is the Modi government’s Central Vista project.

What Rahul Gandhi has tweeted?

Rahul Gandhi tweeted that Central Vista- not essential. Central Government with a vision- essential. The Central Vista project is not essential now, but a Central government with a vision is, Gandhi said on April 28 as the country saw a record single-day rise of over 3.60 lakh coronavirus cases.

What Rahul Gandhi had tweeted earlier on government’s handling of Covid crisis?

Gandhi, who is in home isolation, has repeatedly criticised the government’s handling of the pandemic. On Sunday, he asked the ruling BJP not to turn India into a victim of its system in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. He has squarely blamed the Centre for the crisis of oxygen and medicine shortage.

In another tweet, Gandhi asked people to continue helping each other and expose the reality of the blind system.

The Wayanad had cancelled all his election rallies in West Bengal citing the Covid spiral and had urged others to do the same.

Why the opposition is criticizing Central Vista Project?

The Congress has been opposing Central Vista calling it an issue of misplaced priorities at a time when India is battling a pandemic and economic recession. Rahul Gandhi has repeatedly urged the Centre to spend money on vaccines, oxygen and other health services instead of unnecessary projects.

The RJD’s Manoj Jha has said this must be stopped. It is not correct that this vanity project carries on.

Trinamool Congress leader Derek O’Brien told the reporters that the opposition wanted to use the Central Vista Project money to vaccinate more people. The money could have bought more PPE kits, given direct transfers to migrant workers.

What is the Covid situation in India?

The second wave of the coronavirus has put huge pressure on the Indian public health system, with hospitals in several states reeling under a shortage of medical oxygen, beds, medicines and other medical equipment.

Read Also: Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces lockdown from tomorrow till Monday, essential services allowed

India‘s Covid-19 death toll neared two lakh with 2,771 fatalities reported on the day, with overburdened hospitals turning away patients due to lack of beds and a continuing oxygen shortage. The hospitals are sending SOS messages to the government about oxygen shortages which have led to many deaths across the country.

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UGC NET June 2026 admit card released; candidates can download hall tickets online

The National Testing Agency has released UGC NET June 2026 admit cards. Candidates can now download their hall tickets from the official website before the examination begins on June 22.

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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit cards for the UGC NET June 2026 examination. Registered candidates can now download their hall tickets from the official UGC NET portal by logging in with their application credentials. The examination is scheduled to be conducted between June 22 and June 30, 2026.

The admit card is a mandatory document for entry to the examination centre and contains important details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, examination date, reporting time and allotted test centre. Candidates have been advised to carefully verify all information mentioned on the document after downloading it.

How to download the UGC NET admit card

Candidates can follow these steps to access their hall tickets:

  1. Visit the official UGC NET website.
  2. Click on the admit card download link.
  3. Enter the application number, date of birth or password, and security details.
  4. Submit the information to log in.
  5. Download and save the admit card.
  6. Take a printout for use on the examination day.

Important instructions for candidates

Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo identity proof to the examination centre. The city intimation slip issued earlier is meant only for advance travel planning and cannot be used as a substitute for the admit card.

Applicants are also advised to check reporting timings, examination guidelines and centre details mentioned on the hall ticket well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.

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Delhi records coolest day of June as rain brings relief from heat

Heavy rain and cloudy conditions helped Delhi record its coolest day of June, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting further relief from heat in the coming days.

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Delhi experienced a significant break from the intense summer heat after rainfall and cloudy skies pushed temperatures down, making it the coolest day of June so far.

The change in weather brought much-needed relief to residents who had been dealing with high temperatures and humid conditions over the past several weeks. Rainfall was reported in several parts of the national capital and adjoining NCR regions, leading to a noticeable drop in daytime temperatures. Similar weather conditions have recently helped keep temperatures below normal across the city.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the combination of rain-bearing systems and cloud cover contributed to the cooler conditions. The weather department has indicated that pleasant weather is likely to continue, with chances of additional rainfall and thunderstorms over the next few days.

The rainfall not only lowered temperatures but also improved outdoor conditions after a prolonged spell of heat. Earlier this month, Delhi had experienced episodes of extreme weather, including heatwave conditions and dust storms, making the recent spell of rain a welcome change for residents.

IMD’s latest forecast suggests that while temperatures may gradually rise later in the week, intermittent rain and thunderstorms could continue to provide temporary relief from the summer heat.

Weather officials have advised people to stay updated on local forecasts as changing weather conditions could bring brief spells of rain, gusty winds and thunderstorms across Delhi-NCR.

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Uddhav Sena MPs unreachable as Delhi meetings fuel fresh split speculation

Fresh uncertainty surrounds Shiv Sena (UBT) after several MPs reportedly became unreachable, with attention now focused on crucial meetings in Delhi.

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Fresh political uncertainty has gripped the Shiv Sena (UBT) after several of its Lok Sabha MPs reportedly became unreachable, prompting senior leaders to make personal efforts to contact them amid growing speculation of a possible rebellion within the party.

Party chief Uddhav Thackeray and other senior leaders are understood to be reaching out to MPs as concerns grow over potential defections. The developments come ahead of a parliamentary committee meeting in Delhi, where several MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray camp are expected to gather.

Reports suggest that some MPs from the Shiv Sena (UBT) faction could hold discussions in the national capital alongside leaders from the rival Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde. Sources have indicated that a group of MPs may explore forming a separate faction in Parliament before potentially aligning with the Shinde-led camp, although no official announcement has been made.

Names being discussed in political circles include MPs such as Sanjay Dina Patil, Sanjay Deshmukh, Nagesh Patil Ashtikar, Omraje Nimbalkar, Bhausaheb Wakchaure and Sanjay Jadhav. However, at least one MP, Sanjay Dina Patil, has publicly rejected reports linking him to any rebel group.

Meanwhile, senior Uddhav camp leaders including Arvind Sawant and Anil Desai are expected to remain actively engaged in efforts to maintain party unity. Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut has also been in Delhi amid the unfolding developments.

The latest episode has revived memories of previous political upheavals in Maharashtra and intensified speculation over whether the Shiv Sena (UBT) could face another significant organisational challenge in the coming days. As meetings continue in Delhi, political observers will be closely watching for any formal announcements from either camp.

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