Top news of the day: 10 killed in mass shooting in Los Angeles; Kiren Rijiju shares video of former judge saying Supreme Court ‘hijacked’ Constitution on judicial appointments, and more
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10 killed in mass shooting at Monterey Park in California’s Los Angeles area
A gunman killed 10 people and wounded 10 others at a Los Angeles-area ballroom dance club following a Lunar New Year celebration, setting off a manhunt for the suspect in the latest mass shooting tragedy in an American community. Sgt. Bob Boese of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said the shooting occurred at a business on Garvey Ave in Monterey Park. The shooter is a male, Mr. Boese said early on Jan. 22. Officials provided no information for several hours after dozens of police officers had responded to reports of the shooting.
Kiren Rijiju shares interview of retired judge who says Supreme Court ‘hijacked’ Constitution by deciding to appoint judges itself
In a sign of escalating tension between the Executive and the Judiciary, Union Law Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday claimed that the majority of people have “sane views”, similar to the one expressed by a retired High Court judge, who said the Supreme Court has “hijacked” the Constitution by deciding to appoint judges itself. Mr. Rijiju took to Twitter to share a video interview of former judge of the Delhi Court, Justice R.S. Sodhi, and called it the “voice of a judge”. In the interview, Justice Sodhi also said the top court cannot frame laws as it does not have the right to do so.
Some people consider BBC above Supreme Court in India: Kiren Rijiju on documentary critical of PM Modi
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on January 22 took on the “malicious campaigns” inside and outside India in connection to the BBC’s documentary on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and said that some people “consider the BBC above the Supreme Court of India”. Mr. Rijiju alleged that they “lower” the country’s dignity and image to any extent to “please their moral masters”. Taking to Twitter, the Union Minister said that minorities in the country are moving ahead positively.
Implement law on compensation to accident victims: Delhi High Court to Centre
Delhi Speaker Vijender Gupta has written to Lieutenant-Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu seeking directions to instal audible signals at traffic intersections across the city to ensure the safety of mobility-impaired individuals and senior citizens.
GVMC council concludes its five-year term, highlighting significant development projects and global events that enhanced Visakhapatnam's recognition.
Karnataka SC/ST Commission discusses internal reservation issues amidst confusion over reduced quotas for Scheduled Castes and Tribes.
President Droupadi Murmu serves Akshaya Patra’s 5 billionth meal, highlighting child nutrition and education at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
PM Modi and UAE President agree on ensuring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid regional tensions.
JNU student leaders face severe repercussions for activism, risking their academic futures amid allegations and online abuse.
India Post launches 24-hour and 48-hour Speed Post services in Bengaluru, ensuring urgent delivery across major metro cities.
A 24-hour control room in Krishnagiri monitors the Model Code of Conduct and manages election-related complaints ahead of polls.
Madurai Collector inaugurates voter awareness campaign
MLC Kishore Kumar Puttur criticizes the State for poor implementation of the Centre's health scheme for senior citizens.
Karnataka's Health Minister announces redeployment of specialists to taluk hospitals to reduce neonatal mortality rates effectively.
Celebrate IPL's start and Polly Umrigar's legacy, reflecting on cricket's evolution and the enduring impact of its pioneers.
BJP accuses Congress and Rahul Gandhi of endorsing an ‘anti-India’ USCIRF report undermining India's global image.