India witnesses significant events today: By-elections for six Rajya Sabha seats are scheduled for December 20. The Winter Session of Parliament concludes, while Congress protests Amit Shah’s statement. Air India Express launches new flights, and several IPOs are open for investment.
Two Congress workers died during party protests in Uttar Pradesh and Assam. The Congress alleges police brutality caused one death, while tear gas caused the other. Rahul Gandhi demanded justice, fueling political tensions and sparking online discussions about police brutality and the right to protest.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will campaign for Karnataka Assembly elections today. Mr. Shah will lead a roadshow in Bengaluru South Lok Sabha constituency, while Ms. Gandhi will address rallies in Chitradurga and Bengaluru. Meanwhile, Congress stages a protest against alleged discrimination by the Centre on drought relief. The Supreme Court has reminded the Centre and Karnataka about the need to resolve differences amicably. BJP MLC K.P. Nanjundi resigns. K. Annamalai to lead roadshows in Udupi district. Law Minister H.K. Patil to share details on setting up a special court for the Neha Hiremath murder case. Karnataka Kannada Barahagarara Mattu Prakashakara Sangha celebrates World Book Day. Ramaseva Mandali and Sree Seshadripuram Ramaseva Samithi present vocal concerts.
