Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Thursday announced a 20% reservation for former Agniveers in direct recruitment to several Group C positions, including police constables, firemen, forest guards, jail warders and wildlife guards. The decision was taken after Sandhu held a review meeting with the Chief Secretary, the Delhi Police Commissioner and other senior officials to discuss the implementation of reservation benefits for ex-Agniveers across government departments and agencies in the national capital.

Sharing the development on X, the Lieutenant Governor said the move aligns with the Government of India’s broader vision of supporting former Agniveers after their military service. He noted that the reservation aims to make use of the discipline, professional skills and training acquired by these young men and women during their tenure in the armed forces.

The reservation will apply to direct recruitment for vacant Group C posts, which are non-gazetted government positions. According to the LG, all eligible ex-Agniveers will be able to compete for these openings, ensuring equal access to opportunities while acknowledging their contribution to the country.

Sandhu also directed the concerned departments to complete all required procedural changes and amendments to recruitment rules by June 30. In addition, departments have been authorised to assign responsibilities to these recruits based on their specialised skills and operational needs.
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A 71-year-old temple trustee, Kailash Modi, was allegedly killed after being attacked with a stick following a dispute in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, on Tuesday morning, police said. Modi served as trustee and president of the Barah Mattha Temple near Gurunanak Colony under Annapurna police station limits. The accused, Mukesh Sharma, has been detained and is currently being questioned.

According to police, the incident took place around 6 am near the gate of a gurudwara in Gurunanak Colony. Annapurna police station in-charge Gopal Yadav told ANI that Sharma, who was reportedly addicted to alcohol, had a long-running conflict with Modi over his behaviour. Police said Sharma and his three brothers previously lived within the temple premises, but repeated disputes and past altercations led to tension between them. A case had also been registered last year in connection with a similar issue.

After being barred from staying at the temple, Sharma began living on a footpath outside and working as a labourer, police said. An argument reportedly broke out on Tuesday morning when Modi arrived at the temple, which escalated into a fatal assault near the gurudwara. Sharma allegedly attacked Modi with a stick, resulting in his death. Police have registered a case and further investigation is underway.

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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday said that a large-scale Yamuna cleaning drive was conducted across 28 ghats in the capital, with thousands of citizens joining the effort to clean the river and its surroundings. She noted that participants included people of all age groups, from children to senior citizens, who actively took part in the initiative.

Describing the waste collected during the drive, Gupta said items such as plastic bags, religious offerings, and broken idols were found along the riverbanks. She added that such drives need to be organized regularly to address the problem effectively. She further emphasized the need for targeted waste management based on the different types of waste found at riverfront sites, saying systems should be designed accordingly.

The Chief Minister also urged residents to contribute to keeping the Yamuna clean and to support ongoing environmental efforts. She highlighted that the government is working on improving the river through sewage treatment plants and plans to develop the riverbanks through cleanliness and tree plantation drives to make the city greener.

In her appeal, she also stressed the importance of properly disposing of worship materials, noting that they should be treated respectfully even after use. Recalling her participation in the campaign at Geeta Colony Ghat, she thanked youth groups, sanitation workers, volunteers, NGOs, and over 500 organizations involved in the drive. She said the large turnout reflected a shared responsibility toward keeping the Yamuna and its ghats clean. The initiative is part of the government’s broader effort to restore the Yamuna through public participation, improved waste management, and environmental conservation measures.

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A complaint has been lodged at the Siliguri Cyber Cell police station against TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee, seeking an investigation into certain statements he allegedly made during election campaigning ahead of the West Bengal Assembly polls and their circulation on social media. The complaint was filed by Sanjay Kumar Singhal, who described Banerjee’s remarks as potentially “capable of political tension.”

According to the complaint, the statements—reportedly available in video recordings and public speeches—contained warnings and references to consequences after polling and the declaration of results. The complainant argued that parts of these remarks could be seen by the public as intimidating, provocative, or likely to create fear and political unrest.

Singhal, speaking to ANI, confirmed that he filed the complaint on Friday, which has been registered under case number 175/12/06/2026. He claimed that Banerjee made multiple remarks during the campaign that were not in accordance with the law and questioned how a Member of Parliament could allegedly make such statements while invoking the Union Home Minister and challenging authority.

He also cited specific comments attributed to Banerjee, including remarks about playing loud music and warnings that were interpreted as threats, arguing that such language could spread fear among voters. He added that the Election Commission’s responsibility is to ensure free and fair elections, questioning whether elections can truly be fear-free under such circumstances.

Singhal further stated that his intention in filing the complaint was not personal harassment but to uphold the principle that the law applies equally to everyone. He said the case would test whether authorities take action, emphasizing his belief in accountability and rule of law. He also referred to past incidents of political violence, expressing concern over potential unrest. Reports said that a CID team conducted a search at Abhishek Banerjee’s Kalighat residence in Kolkata. TMC Rajya Sabha MP Sagarika Ghose alleged that the search operation took place early in the morning, claiming that officials conducted a detailed search but found no evidence of wrongdoing.

The Trinamool Congress described the action as political vendetta and dismissed claims of financial irregularities, calling it misinformation. Party sources insisted there were no such transactions or evidence, and said they would pursue legal action over the alleged false narrative. Kolkata Police also registered an FIR against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over a separate complaint alleging that a speech she delivered earlier this year was misleading and capable of disturbing public order and communal harmony.
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On Made in SG, Melanie Oliveiro chats with Singaporean singer-songwriter Frances Tan, who recently competed in the Commonwealth Song Contest — an international music competition featuring participants from all 56 Commonwealth countries. Tan shares her experience of being chosen as a Grand Finalist, representing Singapore alongside six other finalist nations. She also discusses her original track, Just Me, which she submitted as her contest entry.

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Following the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, Donald Trump and the White House administration responded strongly, accusing the media and the Democratic Party of contributing to rising political violence. Reged Ahmad and Jonathan Yerushalmy explore the origins of the deep political divide between Democrats and Republicans in the United States. At the same time, Usha Vance has started a new podcast, raising questions about her motives, while King Charles’s upcoming visit to the White House is expected to shed light on Donald Trump’s relationship with the British monarchy.

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In “Made in SG,” Melanie Oliveiro interviews author K. C. Vijayan about his biography The Benjamin Sheares Story: From Pioneering Gynaecologist to Singapore President. The book offers a vivid and humanising account of Benjamin Sheares, Singapore’s second President and a prominent figure in the Eurasian community, tracing his journey from working in busy maternity wards during the baby boom era to serving as President of Singapore from 1971 to 1981 at the Istana.

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A new AI system developed by NTU can forecast the rate at which food spoils, enabling supermarkets to reduce waste, enhance safety, and manage inventory more efficiently. The technology works by predicting bacterial growth in food. Could this signal the future of food retail? Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman discuss with Natalie Ong, CNA journalist, and Professor William Chen, Executive Director of FRESH@NTU, to explore the possibilities.
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