Why there is Bharat Bandh today?

New Delhi, 21/8: In a big development, the Reservation Bachao Sangharsh Samiti has called for a nationwide Bharat Bandh on August 21, 2024, in response to a Supreme Court ruling that allows sub-categorization within SC/ST reservations. The bandh is gaining support from various social and political organizations, particularly in Rajasthan. Police across several states, especially…

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Badlapur sexual abuse case: Angry parents among protesters vandalise school building, block railway tracks

Mumbai: Thousands of protesters on Tuesday blocked railway tracks at Badlapur station in Thane district and stormed a local school building after the alleged sexual assault of two four-year-old girls by the school sweeper in the washroom. Police cane-charged the protesters, who occupied the railway tracks, pelting stones at policemen. Hundreds of protesters, many of…

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Heavy rains drench Delhi; several areas waterlogged

New Delhi, 20/8: Heavy rains lashed the city on Tuesday morning, causing widespread waterlogging and triggering traffic snarls in multiple stretches. The downpour led to traffic congestion in many areas, with the Delhi Traffic Police advising commuters to take alternate routes. “Traffic is disrupted on Minto Road due to waterlogging under Minto Bridge, with diversions…

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Bengal government forms SIT to probe into financial irregularities at RG Kar hospital

Kolkata, 20/8: The West Bengal government has formed a special investigation team (SIT) to probe into alleged financial irregularities at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, where the body of a postgraduate trainee doctor was found earlier this month, according to notification. The four-member SIT will be headed by Swami Vivekananda State Police Academy IG…

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