Speaking to the media, the mother of the victim said, "Yesterday, my daughter told Prashant that she does not fear anyone and will vote for Kamal [the political symbol of the BJP]." She asserted that her daughter was strangled to death for suggesting that she would vote for the BJP in the bypolls. Investigation into the murder of Dalit woman in Karhal is underway.
The court-ordered Jama Masjid survey in Sambhal triggered protests, market closures, and heightened tensions. Authorities ensured security, with findings to be reviewed on 29th November.
The court-ordered survey at Jama Masjid Sambhal was conducted following petition suggesting it was built on demolished Hindu temple site. The survey was conducted under the Advocate Commissioner with security arrangements.
The IB is investigating multiple aspects, including funding sources. Under government directives, the IB has identified these unrecognized madrasas and Maktabs and commenced a thorough inquiry into their funding.
The protest against the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) was a week after multiple shifts for a single exam were scheduled. Notably, the RO-ARO preliminary exams will take place in three shifts on December 22 and 23, while the UPPCS PCS preliminary exams will be held in two shifts on 7 and 8 December.
Congress leader Kamru Zzaman Choudhury's suggestion to sell temple gold for clearing India's debt during a debate has triggered controversy, prompting sharp criticism.