Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, a prominent figure in the Congress party, has vehemently criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his recent remarks concerning mangalsutras, a traditional Indian necklace worn by married women. She highlighted the sacrifices made by women in her family for the nation, emphasizing that the Congress has never encroached upon the rights of women over such ornaments.
Meanwhile, in Kerala, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan took a jab at Congress candidate Rahul Gandhi, who is contesting the Lok Sabha elections from Wayanad. Vijayan questioned Gandhi’s leadership qualities, suggesting that he should act more responsibly and avoid making statements influenced by others.
In the realm of sports, the Delhi Capitals (DC), led by Rishabh Pant, will face off against the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). DC will be aiming to bounce back from their defeat against the Sunrisers Hyderabad and secure a victory at their home ground, the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
In the United States, a legal battle is brewing over a proposed ban on homeless individuals. American citizens have filed a lawsuit demanding that such a ban be implemented.
A wedding ceremony in Andhra Pradesh’s East Godavari district descended into chaos when the bride’s family attempted to forcibly take her away from the venue. This incident highlights the ongoing societal issues surrounding arranged marriages and the lack of autonomy for women in certain communities.
In political news, Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) chief minister of Assam, has sparked controversy by stating that he will not seek votes in Muslim-dominated areas. This statement has drawn criticism and raises concerns about the divisive nature of political campaigning.
