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<p>Akhilesh Yadav Slams BJP for Hindering Farmers' Movement</p>
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<p>Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP government on Monday, accusing it of adopting a "deceptive approach towards farmers" and resorting to "undemocratic measures" to prevent them from reaching Delhi.</p>
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<p>Yadav highlighted the contradictory actions of the BJP, noting that while the central government honoured farmer leader Chaudhary Charan Singh with the Bharat Ratna, it was simultaneously using force to stop farmers from reaching Delhi with their demands.</p>
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<p>The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha have announced a rally towards Delhi on February 13, urging the Centre to address various demands, including the implementation of a law ensuring a minimum support price (MSP) for crops. However, the government has set up concrete barricades and barbed wires at the Delhi borders to prevent their entry.</p>
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<p>Yadav voiced support for the farmers' demands, emphasizing their vital role as providers of food for the nation. He condemned the BJP's actions as anti-democratic, inhuman, and insensitive.</p>
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<p>Accusing the BJP government of consistently deceiving farmers throughout its tenure, Yadav asserted that the government had failed to fulfil its promises, including loan waivers, doubling of farmers' income, and procurement of crops at MSP.</p>
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<p>He questioned the democratic principles behind stifling peaceful protests and raised concerns about the country's democratic values under the BJP government. Yadav concluded by highlighting the unfulfilled promises made to farmers in the BJP's election manifesto.</p>

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Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Centre for Employing "Undemocratic Measures" to Halt Farmers' Entry into Delhi

<p>Democratic Progressive Azad Party President Ghulam Nabi Azad addressed a public meeting in Kalakote, Rajouri, underscoring his contributions to the development of Jammu and Kashmir. He pledged to provide free electricity and ration to those in need if his party secures power.</p>
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<p>Azad highlighted his efforts in Rajouri District, including establishing a medical college and initiating infrastructure projects like roads, hospitals, and schools. Urging public support, he appealed to voters to recognize his past governance's commitment to development.</p>
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<p>He expressed ambition for greater achievements, emphasizing job creation, road connectivity, healthcare access, and bridging remote areas. Azad reaffirmed his commitment to combating poverty and ensuring essential services.</p>
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<p>"If elected, we will ensure free electricity and ration for the needy," Azad promised, also advocating for the revival of the Roshni initiative, acknowledging its benefits while addressing potential misuse.</p>
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<p>Regarding land eviction orders, he condemned actions harming the poor and vowed to safeguard their rights. Azad stressed the importance of Hindu-Muslim cooperation and urged support for leaders advocating universal development.</p>
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<p>He rejected divisive politics based on religion or caste, pledging to work impartially for all citizens' progress. With elections nearing, political parties vie for support, with Azad expected to impact the Congress vote share in Rajouri and Poonch.</p>
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<p>Meanwhile, the BJP aims to secure all five Lok Sabha seats in the Union Territory, including those held in Jammu.</p>

Ghulam Azad Pledges Free Electricity & Ration if Elected in J&K

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<p>The Supreme Court strongly rebukes Presiding Officer in Chandigarh Mayor elections for defacing ballot papers, describing it as a "mockery" and "murder" of democracy. CJI Chandrachud expresses outrage at video evidence and calls for the prosecution of the officer.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;The Court orders complete sequestration of election records, transferring them to the Registrar General of Punjab &amp; Haryana High Court. The current custodian, Deputy Commissioner of Chandigarh UT, is directed to transfer records by 5 PM. In the controversial election, a BJP candidate was declared the winner, invalidating votes of 8 Congress-AAP alliance candidates.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;Senior Advocate Dr Abhishek Manu Singhvi accuses the BJP Presiding Officer of deliberately defacing eight ballot papers. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta contends that the video provides a one-sided picture, urging the Court to consider the entire records. The bench, including Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice Manoj Misra, hears a petition by AAP Councillor Kuldeep Kumar challenging the Punjab and Haryana High Court's refusal to stay the immediate election.</p>
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<p>The Supreme Court issues a notice expressing concern over apparent defacement of ballot papers, emphasizing the need to protect democracy. Additionally, the apex court defers the Chandigarh municipal corporation meeting scheduled for February 7.</p>
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CJI Chandrachud Condemns Chandigarh Mayoral Elections as a "Murder of Democracy"

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<p>Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' resumed on Monday in Jharkhand's Ramgarh district, marking the fourth day of his procession in the state.</p>
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<p>After a night halt at Sidhu-Kanhu ground in the district on Sunday, the yatra recommenced from Mahatma Gandhi Chowk in the morning. The procession will proceed to Chutupalu Valley, where Gandhi plans to pay tribute to freedom fighters Saheed Sheikh Bhikhari and Tikait Umaro Singh, according to state Congress spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan.</p>
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<p>Upon reaching Irba in Ranchi district, Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to interact with weavers at the Indira Gandhi Handloom Process ground. Later, the yatra will proceed to Ranchi's Shaheed Ground, where the Congress MP will address a public rally.&nbsp;During Sunday's leg, Gandhi affirmed his party's commitment to the rights of tribals regarding 'Jal-Jungle-Jamin' (water, forest, and land resources).</p>
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<p>The ongoing yatra in Jharkhand coincides with the JMM-led alliance government's trust vote in the assembly on Monday, where Congress is a constituent.&nbsp;Gandhi's night halt is planned in Khunti district. Over the course of eight days in two phases, the yatra will cover 804 km, traversing 13 districts in the state.</p>
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<p>The 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra,' which commenced in Manipur on January 14, is scheduled to cover 6,713 km across 110 districts in 15 states before concluding in Mumbai on March 20.</p>
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Rahul Gandhi Resumes 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' in Jharkhand, Emphasizes Tribal Rights Over Resources

<p>Manish Sisodia, a leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) who is currently incarcerated, has requested an expedited hearing of his curative petitions filed in the Supreme Court. These petitions challenge a 2023 court verdict that denied him bail in a corruption and money laundering case related to the Delhi excise policy scam.</p>
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<p>Senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, representing Sisodia, urged the bench consisting of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra to urgently hear the petitions, emphasizing that Sisodia has been in jail for a year.</p>
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<p>The Chief Justice responded, "I have already instructed for a listing of the petitions."</p>
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<p>On December 14, 2023, the Supreme Court dismissed Sisodia's pleas seeking a review of its October 30 verdict, which had rejected his bail petitions in the corruption and money laundering cases related to the alleged Delhi excise policy scam.</p>
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<p>The Supreme Court had denied him bail, citing allegations by the investigative agencies that "a few wholesale distributors made windfall gains" of Rs 338 crore, which were "tentatively supported" by evidence.</p>
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<p>Sisodia was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on February 26, 2023, for his alleged involvement in the "scam."</p>
<p>The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Sisodia in a money laundering case linked to the CBI FIR on March 9, 2023, following his interrogation in Tihar Jail. Sisodia resigned from the Delhi cabinet on February 28, 2023.</p>
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<p>The Delhi government implemented the new excise policy on November 17, 2021, but it was scrapped at the end of September 2022 amid corruption allegations. According to the investigating agencies, the profit margin for wholesalers was increased from 5 per cent to 12 per cent under the new policy.</p>
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<p>The agencies alleged that the new policy led to cartelization and favoured ineligible candidates for liquor licenses for financial gain. However, the Delhi government and Sisodia have denied any wrongdoing, asserting that the new policy would have increased the city government's revenue.</p>

"Manish Sisodia Urges Urgent Hearing of Curative Petitions in Excise Policy Scam Case"

<p>Lal Krishna Advani, a pivotal figure in Indian politics, not only left a lasting impact on the political landscape of his era but also played a key role in steering it toward a decline of the once-dominant 'secular' ideology. He famously criticized it as "pseudo secular." The recent award of the Bharat Ratna to Advani, at the age of 96, follows a similar honor bestowed on former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, marking their joint leadership of the Jana Sangh and later the BJP for over five decades.</p>
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<p>The announcement of the Bharat Ratna by Prime Minister Narendra Modi comes in the year of the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, symbolizing the triumphant closure of a deeply emotive issue. Advani's 'Ram Rath Yatra' in 1990 played a crucial role in thrusting the Ayodhya matter into popular consciousness, paving the way for the steady rise of the BJP through the decade.</p>
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<p>Advani, admired as a political strategist and organization-builder, popularized terms like "pseudo secularism" and "appeasement politics" in the context of Hindutva politics. Under his leadership, the BJP wholeheartedly supported the Ramjanmabhoomi movement, adopting a resolution in 1989 in favor of building a temple at the disputed site.</p>
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<p>His influential role in the temple movement drew both support and criticism, but it contributed to the BJP's ascendancy. The demolition of the Babri mosque in Ayodhya in 1992, following the yatra, marked a turning point. Advani, often referred to as an "Hindu Hriday Samrat," emphasized probity in public life and resigned as an MP after being implicated in the infamous Hawala diary.</p>
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<p>Despite his pivotal role, Advani faced challenges within the party, especially with the rise of Narendra Modi. His attempt to adopt a more moderate stance and praise for Pakistan's founder, M. A. Jinnah, during a 2005 visit to Karachi, triggered a backlash and damaged his Hindutva image.</p>
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<p>Advani's stature within the BJP remained significant, and he was the party's prime ministerial candidate in the 2009 polls. However, his popularity waned, leading to the ascent of Narendra Modi as the party's national face in 2014. The recent Bharat Ratna for Advani acknowledges his seminal role in shaping both the BJP and the country's political landscape.</p>

Recognition of Advani's Key Role: Bharat Ratna Acknowledges His Contribution to Country's Politics and BJP's Ascendancy

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<p>The Special Prevention of Money Laundering Court in Ranchi has granted the Enforcement Directorate (ED) a five-day remand for former Chief Minister Hemant Soren. The decision was reached after the court reserved judgment on Thursday.</p>
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<p>Hemant Soren was arrested on Wednesday by the ED in connection with a money laundering case related to a land scam. The Supreme Court declined to hear Soren's petition against his arrest, advising him to approach the Jharkhand High Court first.</p>
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<p>The ED will now have the opportunity to question Soren regarding alleged land grab issues and money laundering accusations during the five-day remand.</p>
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ED Granted 5-Day Remand to Interrogate Former CM Hemant Soren

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<p>Six-time MLA of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, Champai Soren, took the oath of office and secrecy, becoming the 12th Chief Minister of Jharkhand. The swearing-in ceremony, held at the Darbar Hall of Raj Bhawan in Ranchi, saw Governor CP Radhakrishnan administering the oath to Champai Soren and two members of his Cabinet &ndash; Congress Legislature Party leader Alamgir Alam and lone MLA of Rashtriya Janata Dal Satyanand Bhokta.</p>
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<p>While former CM Hemant Soren&rsquo;s brother Basant Soren's name was initially considered for the position of Deputy CM, it was canceled at the last moment. After the ceremony, Chief Minister Champai Soren and his cabinet colleagues paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Bapu Vatika in Morhabadi Ground.</p>
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<p>Champai Soren, widely known as the "Jharkhand Tiger," is a seasoned leader of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and serves as the Vice President of JMM. Hailing from a farmer&rsquo;s family, he represents the Seraikela constituency.&nbsp;Born on September 15, 1978, in Dumka, Jharkhand, Champai completed his schooling at a government school in Dumka and earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from Sido Kanhu Murmu University, Dumka. He entered politics as an independent MLA in a by-election for the Seraikela seat before joining Jharkhand Mukti Morcha.</p>
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<p>Champai Soren's political journey includes serving as a cabinet minister during the government of BJP leader Arjun Munda. In the JMM government led by Hemant Soren, he held key portfolios such as Minister of Food and Civil Supplies and Transport.</p>
<p>Throughout his career, Champai Soren has played significant roles in Jharkhand politics, contributing to various ministries and showing his commitment to public service.</p>
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Champai Soren Takes Oath as 12th Chief Minister of Jharkhand

<p>Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will not be complying with the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) summons for questioning in an alleged money laundering case related to the now-abandoned Delhi excise policy, as confirmed by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).</p>
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<p>The ED had recently issued a fresh summons, the fifth in the series, to Kejriwal after he had abstained from four previous summons over the past four months.</p>
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<p>The AAP has stated that Kejriwal will not be appearing before the agency for questioning. The party has labelled these summonses as "illegal" and accused the ED of repeatedly sending notices with the intent to arrest Kejriwal.</p>
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<p>Furthermore, the AAP has alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) aims to destabilize their government in Delhi by attempting to have Kejriwal arrested, a situation the AAP is determined to prevent.</p>
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<p>While the Delhi Chief Minister will not be attending the ED's summons, he is scheduled to participate in an AAP protest outside the BJP headquarters in the city at 11 am.</p>
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<p>Kejriwal had previously skipped ED summonses on November 2 and December 21, 2023, as well as on January 3 and January 18 of this year, denouncing these notices as "illegal."</p>
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<p>The case revolves around allegations that the Delhi government's excise policy for 2021-22, which granted licenses to liquor traders, facilitated cartelization and favoured certain dealers who were purportedly involved in bribery, a charge consistently denied by the AAP.</p>
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<p>Subsequently, the policy was scrapped, and Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena recommended a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry. As a result, the ED registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).</p>

Kejriwal Fails to Attend 5th ED Summons, Expected to Join AAP Protest at BJP Headquarters

<p>Champai Soren, a prominent leader of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), was sworn in as the 12th Chief Minister of Jharkhand, marking his sixth term as an MLA. The oath-taking ceremony took place at the Darbar Hall of Raj Bhawan in Ranchi on a Friday afternoon, with Governor CP Radhakrishnan administering the oath of office and secrecy to Champai Soren. Additionally, two members of his Cabinet were also sworn in on this occasion: Alamgir Alam, the leader of the Congress Legislature Party, and Satyanand Bhokta, the sole MLA of the Rashtriya Janata Dal.</p>
<p>Rumours had been circulating about Basant Soren, the brother of former Chief Minister Hemant Soren, potentially being sworn in as Deputy Chief Minister, but this plan was cancelled at the last minute, according to sources.</p>
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<p>Following the oath-taking ceremony, Chief Minister Champai Soren and his cabinet colleagues visited Bapu Vatika at Morhabadi Ground to pay their respects to Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. Before the swearing-in, Champai Soren visited the residence of JMM chief and Rajya Sabha MP Shibu Soren to seek the blessings of his old friend.</p>
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<p>Champai Soren, affectionately known as the "Jharkhand Tiger," is a senior leader within the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and also holds the position of Vice President of the JMM. Hailing from a family of farmers, he represents the Seraikela constituency as an MLA.</p>
<p>Champai's father, Semal Soren, was a farmer, and Champai himself played a crucial role in supporting Shibu Soren during the Jharkhand movement. Former Chief Minister Hemant Soren has also been seen publicly seeking Champai Soren's blessings by touching his feet.</p>
<p>Born on September 15, 1978, in Dumka, Jharkhand, Champai completed his schooling at a government school in Dumka. He earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from Sido Kanhu Murmu University, Dumka. He married Manko Soren at a young age, and together they have four sons and three daughters.</p>
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<p>Champai Soren embarked on his political journey by becoming an independent MLA through a by-election in the Seraikela constituency. Subsequently, he joined the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha. During the 2-year and 129-day tenure of BJP leader Arjun Munda's government, Champai Soren served as a cabinet minister, handling significant portfolios from September 11, 2010, to January 18, 2013, after which President's rule was imposed.</p>
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<p>In July 2013, Champai Soren assumed the role of Minister of Food and Civil Supplies and Transport in the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha government led by Hemant Soren. During this tenure, Hemant Soren, in coalition with JMM-RJD-Congress, governed the state for one year, five months, and fifteen days.</p>
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<p>In 2019, Champai Soren was entrusted with the responsibilities of the Minister of Transport, Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, and Backward Classes Welfare.</p>

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<p>Enforcement Directorate Recovers Cash and Car During Search at Jharkhand CM's Residence</p>
<p>In a day-long search operation conducted on Monday at the New Delhi residence of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has recovered Rs 35 Lakh in cash, among other items.</p>
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<p>According to reliable sources, the agency discovered a substantial amount of official documents during the search, along with a luxurious BMW car. The BMW, valued at around a Crore, has raised suspicions of being a benami property.</p>
<p>Sources further revealed that the recovered cash and documents were found in an almirah within the room utilized by Hemant Soren during his visit to Delhi.</p>
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<p>Among the official documents retrieved, there were correspondences between the ED and related files pertaining to the agency's request to the Jharkhand police to file an FIR against revenue officer Bhanu Pratap Prasad.</p>
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<p>It's worth noting that Bhanu Pratap was previously the subject of an ED raid in connection with investigations into the Indian Army Land scam, during which a significant number of documents were seized from his residence. He also plays a central role in another Ranchi land scam case, which has posed challenges for the Jharkhand CM.</p>
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<p>Hemant Soren is currently facing imminent arrest in the land scam case and has been avoiding the ED's summons for questioning. However, following the raid on Monday, the CM's secretariat sent an unsigned email to the ED, in which the CM accused the agency of conducting a broad inquiry against him. Nevertheless, Hemant Soren stated that he would be available for questioning on January 31.</p>
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<p>While the CM's whereabouts remain unknown and surrounded by mystery, the discovery of cash and the BMW car may complicate matters for him. He will need to provide an explanation for the source of the substantial sum and clarify his connection to the BMW car parked on his residential premises.</p>
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<p>The ED is currently investigating the true owner of the car, whether it belongs to an individual or a company. Furthermore, the agency is looking into potential links between the car and Hemant Soren's Kolkata-based friend, Amit Agarwal, who is currently in custody facing charges of money laundering and CBI cases.</p>
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ED Confiscates Rs. 35 Lakh, BMW, and Documents During Search at Elusive Jharkhand CM's Residence

<p>Following Chief Minister Hemant Soren's unexpected return to Ranchi after his sudden disappearance from Delhi, the ruling alliance is reportedly formulating a contingency plan ahead of Soren's scheduled questioning by the Enforcement Directorate on January 31.</p>
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<p>JMM and Congress leaders, who had maintained silence about the CM's whereabouts, were summoned for a meeting by party seniors upon Soren's return. The meeting, officially labeled as informal and attended by State legislators, gains significance as it included CM's wife Kalpana Soren. Sources suggest that this gathering was orchestrated to assess the legislators' sentiments regarding a potential change in leadership.</p>
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<p>Insiders from the ruling coalition disclosed that the JMM-Congress-RJD alliance is gearing up for a showdown with the Centre. In the event of CM Hemant Soren's arrest or chargesheet by the ED, there is speculation that Kalpana Soren might emerge as the consensus candidate for the Chief Minister's position within the coalition.</p>
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<p>Senior JMM officials expressed confidence in Kalpana Soren as a unanimous leader, citing her lack of entanglement in cases like other members of the Soren family. A senior JMM functionary mentioned that choosing Kalpana Ji would likely prevent dissent among legislators compared to elevating another leader from JMM or Congress.</p>
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<p>While the political landscape stirred with the resignation of three-time MLA Sarfaraz Ahmed on January 1, 2024, raising speculations about the vacant seat being reserved for Kalpana Soren, the issue subsided over time.&nbsp;With CM Hemant Soren's mysterious absence and subsequent return to Ranchi, political experts suggest that the party is preparing for the worst-case scenario. They anticipate potential action by the ED and the resultant leadership vacuum, prompting the need for a well-thought-out Plan B to avoid chaos within the coalition.</p>
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<p>The ruling coalition MLAs are scheduled to convene for a legislature party meeting at the chief minister's residence at 7:30 PM on Tuesday. During this meeting, it is anticipated that a consensus will be reached on Plan B, addressing the potential challenges ahead.</p>

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<p>Former Team India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, facing a defamation plea from ex-business partners Mihir Diwakar and Soumya Das, asserted before the Delhi High Court that the case against him was not maintainable. The court declined to issue any interim order against Dhoni, social media platforms, and media houses at this stage.</p>
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<p>Diwakar and Das sought a permanent injunction and damages, alleging defamatory statements by Dhoni, social media, and media houses. Dhoni's counsel argued that the plaint was not maintainable, revealing that he had filed a case against the couple in a Ranchi court. The court instructed the plaintiffs to provide Dhoni's counsel with all documents within three days.</p>
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<p>The plaintiffs' counsel emphasized the need for fair reporting by the media, claiming that his clients had been unfairly labeled as "thugs and thieves." Siddhant Kumar, representing a media house, argued against the maintainability of the plea, citing a previous judgment and questioning the court's territorial jurisdiction.</p>
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<p>Justice Singh directed the plaintiffs' counsel to outline allegations against the defendants and scheduled further hearings for April 3. The high court had earlier notified Dhoni about the defamation plea. The plaintiffs alleged a press conference was held, where Dhoni made false allegations about them.</p>
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<p>The plaintiffs sought restraint against damaging their reputation, referring to Dhoni's alleged false claims regarding illegal gains and a breach of a 2017 contract. Dhoni, in turn, filed a criminal case against Diwakar and Das, accusing them of duping him of around Rs 16 crore by not honoring a contract to establish cricket academies. The criminal case, filed in a Ranchi court, includes charges of criminal breach of trust and cheating under the Indian Penal Code.</p>
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<p>India's all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and batter KL Rahul have been ruled out of the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam, scheduled to begin on February 2. Jadeja sustained a hamstring injury during Sunday's play, while Rahul reported right quadriceps pain.</p>
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<p>The BCCI stated in a release, "Mr Ravindra Jadeja and Mr KL Rahul have been ruled out of the second IDFC First Bank Test against England in Vizag, starting February 02, 2024. The BCCI Medical Team is monitoring the progress of the duo."</p>
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<p>In response, the Selection Committee has included Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan, left-arm spinner Sourabh Kumar, and all-rounder Washington Sundar in the squad for the second Test. India currently trails the five-match series 0-1 after losing the opening match by 28 runs.</p>
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<p>For the India A squad in the third and final multi-day game against England Lions in Ahmedabad, Saransh Jain has been named as Washington Sundar's replacement. Avesh Khan will continue traveling with his Ranji Trophy team, Madhya Pradesh, and will join the Test squad if required.</p>
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<p>Revised India Squad for the 2nd Test vs England: Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shreyas Iyer, KS Bharat (WK), Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravichandran Ashwin, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Avesh Khan, Rajat Patidar, Sarfaraz Khan, Washington Sundar, Sourabh Kumar.</p>
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