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On Wednesday, the Sri Lankan government announced the pre-qualification of Jio Platforms, a subsidiary of Indias Reliance Industries Ltd, and Gortune International Investment Holding to participate in the bidding process for shares in Sri Lanka Telecom. This move aligns with Sri Lankas initiative to decrease government ownership in state-owned enterprises, as part of the $2.9 billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) program.

"We want social justice. After we come to power at the Centre, we will conduct a countrywide caste census to find out the number of Dalits and people from other backward communities," he said.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal had refused to depose before the ED for the fourth time, saying the "non-disclosure and non-response approach" of the agency cannot sustain the test of law, equity or justice and this "obstinacy" of the ED tantamounts to assuming the role of judge, jury and executioner.

Pensioners covered by the Employees Pension Scheme 1995 (EPS-95) are planning a hunger strike to demand an increase in their minimum monthly pension to Rs 7,500, up from the current Rs 1,000 set in September 2014. Despite assurances from the Union Labour Minister, discontent remains, prompting the National Agitation Committee to announce a second indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. Over 50,000 pensioners may join the protest if their demands are not met by January 31, with di...

Tejashwi Yadav, a leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), is being questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with their money laundering probe into the alleged land-for-jobs scam. RJD supremo Lalu Prasad was also questioned by the probe agency regarding the same case. The ED had issued fresh summons for questioning Prasad and Yadav. The land-for-jobs scam involves appointments in the Railways allegedly in return for land parcels between 2004 and 2009.

US Ambassador Eric Garcetti praises Indian Navys rapid response to pirates, ensuring safety in the Indian Ocean. Emphasizing Indias pivotal role in the Asian region, he highlights the unique strength of the India-US relationship. The ambassador applauds collaborative defence efforts, showcasing the trust placed in India with technology sharing. This recognition solidifies Indias standing as a key global ally in maritime security.

In a notification, the home ministry said President Droupadi Murmu nominated Sandhu to the upper house of Parliament. Satnam Singh Sandhu, the son of a farmer, is one of Indias leading educationists in the present day.

Delhi Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) triumphed as the best marching contingents in the Republic Day parade of 2024. The Delhi Police received the Best Marching Contingent trophy in the Judges Choice category, while the CRPF claimed the top spot in the Popular Choice category. The awards, presented by MoS Defence Ajay Bhatt, recognized the exceptional performances during the Republic Day Parade on January 30, 2024. The Delhi Police contingents, featuring an all-women pipe band...

Soren held a meeting with legislatures of both JMM and Congress at the CMs residence later in the day. His wife Kalpana Soren was also present during the meeting. There are indications that if Soren gets arrested by ED, he could pass the baton to his wife. All MLAs of JMM and Congress have been asked not to leave the state capital. Late Tuesday evening, a meeting of the JMM legislative party also took place at the CMs residence where the political situation in the state was discussed. Party lead...

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