Friday, April 04
Telugu actor Allu Arjun was questioned by police regarding a stampede incident at Sandhya Theatre which resulted in a woman's death and her son's hospitalization. The police investigated his awareness of the denied permission for his visit and the role of his security. Tight security and heavy police presence were noted during the questioning. Arjun’s lawyer stated he cooperated fully with the investigation.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin has sought urgent intervention from the centre after the arrest of 17 fishermen from Rameswaram and the seizure of their boats by the Sri Lankan navy. Stalin also highlighted attacks on fishermen from Nagapattinam, urging diplomatic action to ensure their safety and secure the release of detained individuals and boats.
Jagjit Singh Dallewal's hunger strike reaches day 28, with Abhimanyu Kohar criticising the Modi government's indifference towards farmers earning just 27 rupees daily. Dallewal remains committed to farmers' welfare despite his poor health. Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar urges the end of the hunger strike, emphasizing health risks and the need for productive discussions to resolve agricultural issues in Punjab.
Punjab's fractured municipal election results have sparked concerns within the Congress about potential poaching by its INDIA bloc ally, AAP. The opposition leader alleges AAP may attempt to lure councilors in Ludhiana, Jalandhar, and even Amritsar. Speculation is rife about a potential Congress-BJP alliance in Ludhiana to keep AAP from power, echoing a similar collaboration in 1992.
Bangladesh formally asked India to return ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The interim government wants Hasina to face trial. She is accused of mass killings during student protests. An extradition treaty exists between the two nations. Hasina fled to India after protests ended her 15-year rule. The government plans to use the treaty to bring her back.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met the family of Somnath Suryavanshi, a Dalit man who died in judicial custody following violence in Parbhani, Maharashtra. Gandhi alleged Suryavanshi was murdered because of his caste and for defending the Constitution, contradicting official claims. The incident stemmed from vandalism of a replica of the Constitution, leading to riots and Suryavanshi's arrest.
