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Uttar Pradesh has declared Aadhaar cards invalid as proof of birth date, with the Planning Department issuing a directive to all state departments. This decision comes amidst broader actions by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to identify and deport illegal immigrants, including the establishment of temporary detention centers in each district. Source link

A war of words erupted between Congress and BJP after former MP Kumar Ketkar alleged US and Israeli intelligence agencies meddled in the 2014 elections. BJP MP Sambit Patra countered, attributing BJP’s victories to public support and accusing Congress of following Pakistan’s ISI agenda. Source link

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened flat in trade on Friday. While Nifty50 was above 26,200, BSE Sensex was near 85,750. Source link

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan’s son alleges his father is held in a death cell with no transparency. Kasim Khan states there have been no calls or meetings, and no proof of life. Khan’s sisters have been denied visits despite court orders. The family urges international intervention and proof of life. Source link

A Delhi doctor warns that zero-sugar products can be misleading, potentially causing overeating and harming gut health. Artificial sweeteners and refined ingredients in diet foods may trigger insulin spikes and increase cravings, despite lacking calories. Experts advise prioritizing whole, minimally processed foods for better metabolic wellness and sustainable weight management. Source link

The Income Tax Department has launched a fresh campaign targeting individuals with undeclared overseas assets and income. Around 25,000 high-risk cases will be initially contacted via SMS and email. This initiative aims to encourage taxpayers to review and revise their returns by December 31 to avoid significant penalties under the Black Money Act. Source link

The Supreme Court suggested a law similar to the SC/ST Act to protect differently-abled individuals from ridicule. While the government acknowledged the concern, it raised potential issues for creative artists. The court also directed comedians to host shows featuring SMA achievers, contributing earnings to patient treatment. Source link

The Supreme Court has directed the Information and Broadcasting Ministry to draft a mechanism for pre-screening user-generated content on social media. The court emphasized the need for a preventive measure to curb the rapid spread of potentially damaging or anti-national content before it goes viral, acknowledging the limitations of post-takedown actions. Source link

A devastating fire ripped through Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court apartment complex, claiming 94 lives and leaving scores unaccounted for. Firefighters battled the blaze for two days amidst severe obstacles, with the fire believed to have started in scaffolding. Investigations are underway as residents report a lack of fire alarms. Source link

Senior Congress functionaries cited a disproportionate focus on national issues over local concerns like cost of living and corruption as reasons for the party’s decimation in Bihar. They urged central leadership to fix accountability for the defeat and revive the party’s prospects in the state. Discussions also touched upon candidate selection, alliance strategies, and the […]