1. ED Conducts Searches at Properties Linked to Karnataka Minister, Daughter
The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday searched around 18 premises linked to Karnataka PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, his daughter and Congress MP Priyanka Jarkiholi, and others. The searches include the minister’s residence in Bengaluru’s Dollars Colony. Officials said the action is part of an ongoing investigation, with further details awaited.
2. Congress Raises Concerns Over Caste Census Method, Targets Centre
Congress on Wednesday criticised the government’s decision to use open-ended questions instead of a drop-down format in the caste census. Party leader Jairam Ramesh called it a serious flaw, alleging the move could undermine the exercise and demanding accurate data to advance social justice.
3. Students Challenge Satya Niketan Death Toll Amid Demolition Drive
Around 150 students have launched an indefinite protest at Delhi’s Satya Niketan, alleging that the building collapse death toll was misreported and demanding complete casualty figures. Meanwhile, hundreds of students are leaving PGs with their belongings as authorities begin action against unsafe and illegal structures.
4. BJP Plans Month-Long Campaign to Mark PM Modi’s 25 Years in Public Life
The BJP will organise the ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’ from September 17 to October 17 to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi completing 25 years in public service. The month-long campaign will feature programmes highlighting his political journey and contributions to public welfare and development.
5. SC Questions Greater Noida Notice to Student Over CJP Protest
The Supreme Court on Wednesday questioned a Greater Noida Executive Magistrate for issuing a notice to student Akshat Tripathi over alleged campaigning for a Cockroach Janata Party protest. The CJI said the action appeared to violate the court’s earlier order barring coercive action against students over the protests.
6. SC Seeks Fresh Plea for Early Hearing in Rahul Gandhi Case
The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the complainant in the defamation case against Rahul Gandhi to file an application seeking an early hearing. The development comes after the Bombay High Court recently refused to quash proceedings against Gandhi over his remarks targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
7. Raghav Chadha’s Name Added to Delhi Voter Rolls Amid SIR Exercise
BJP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha’s name was added to Delhi’s electoral rolls on September 8, days after his name was deleted from Punjab’s draft list. AAP questioned the inclusion, while Delhi election officials said his name was added through the prescribed electoral roll updation process.
8.MCD Action in Laxmi Nagar, Pandav Nagar Draws Selective-Action Claims
The MCD has launched a crackdown on alleged illegal structures in Delhi’s Laxmi Nagar and Pandav Nagar following wider action against unauthorised constructions. While officials are taking enforcement measures, residents have alleged that the civic body is targeting properties selectively, raising questions over consistency in the demolition drive.
9. Bihar Floods Worsen as Over 40 Lakh People Hit Across 14 Districts
More than 40 lakh people have been affected by floods across 14 Bihar districts following heavy rainfall. The Ganga crossed its previous highest flood level at Sultanganj, while several rivers remain above danger marks. Authorities have deployed NDRF and SDRF teams and opened relief camps.
10. BRICS Summit May Give Modi-Xi Ties a Fresh Opening
India-China relations are showing cautious signs of improvement ahead of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. With Chinese President Xi Jinping expected to attend, the event could provide an opportunity for PM Narendra Modi and Xi to engage, although border and trade differences continue to shape bilateral ties.
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