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The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has given the green light for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry against Satyendar Jain, a prominent leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), amidst allegations of extorting ₹10 crore from conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar as "protection money." This development adds to the ongoing challenges faced by the AAP, with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal already in Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody over an alleged liquor policy scam.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated legal action against Veena Vijayan, daughter of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, and her IT company, Exalogic Solutions, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). This move comes in response to alleged irregular payments made to Veena Vijayan's firm by Cochin Minerals And Rutile Ltd (CMRL), a private mineral company based in Kochi.

In a dramatic incident at Kolkata Airport, a Darbhanga-bound IndiGo aircraft collided with a stationary Air India Express flight, causing damage to the wingtips of both planes. The collision occurred as the IndiGo aircraft was taxiing and the Air India Express flight awaited clearance to enter the runway.

In a political twist in Himachal Pradesh, former minister and BJP leader Ram Lal Markanda has resigned from the party following its decision to nominate Congress rebel Ravi Thakur for the upcoming assembly bypoll in Lahaul and Spiti. The move comes amidst tensions within the BJP's ranks and signals a shift in political alliances ahead of the crucial by-election.

A legal feud has erupted in Delhi's culinary scene as two iconic eateries, Moti Mahal and Daryaganj, engage in a heated courtroom battle over the origin of the beloved Indian dishes butter chicken and dal makhani. The dispute has escalated following alleged defamatory remarks made by Moti Mahal's proprietors in a newspaper interview, prompting Daryaganj to seek legal recourse in the Delhi High Court.

Tamil Nadu's Fisheries Minister Anitha R Radhakrishnan of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is under scrutiny as the Tuticorin police have filed a case against him for alleged derogatory remarks made against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Veteran leader Jagadish Shettar, who recently returned to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after a brief stint with the ruling Congress, is optimistic about his chances of being elected to the Lok Sabha from Belagavi district in the upcoming elections. Addressing the perceived dispute between Marathas and Kannadigas, Shettar emphasized the harmonious relationship between the two communities, stating that they are like brothers with no differences.

In the wake of a severe water shortage in Bengaluru, authorities have taken strict action against wasteful use of drinking water by fining 22 families for non-essential activities such as washing cars and gardening. Each household has been fined ₹5,000 for violating the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board's (BWSSB) order to conserve water during the crisis.

The sacred city of Ayodhya, known as the abode of Lord Ram, is gearing up for a vibrant and grand celebration of Holi this year following the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple. Acharya Satyendra Das, the chief priest of the temple, shared details about the festivities planned in honor of the revered deity.

In a significant political development, industrialist and former Congress leader Naveen Jindal has joined the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) just weeks before the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The BJP, unveiling its fifth list of candidates for the polls, announced that Jindal will contest from Kurukshetra, the constituency he represented from 2004 to 2014.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day State visit to Bhutan with expressions of gratitude towards Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay for their warm hospitality and special gestures during his departure from the Himalayan country.

The Delhi High Court has declined Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's request for an urgent hearing on his petition challenging his arrest and the Enforcement Directorate's custody order for seven days. Kejriwal's arrest stems from the ongoing liquor policy case, with the high court setting a hearing date for next week.

The Congress party has announced the renomination of Ajai Rai as its candidate from the Varanasi Lok Sabha constituency for the upcoming elections, marking his third direct contest against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Rai, who serves as the Uttar Pradesh (UP) Congress chief, previously contested against PM Modi in 2014 and 2019 but was unsuccessful on both occasions.

In a significant development, the Election Commission (EC) has appointed five new Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) in Punjab, signaling a proactive approach ahead of crucial elections. This move comes as part of the EC's strategy to ensure impartiality and efficiency in maintaining law and order during the electoral process.