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The ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, outgoing BJP national president JP Nadda, several other BJP leaders, and Chief Ministers from BJP-ruled states.

Speaking in the House during the opening day of the 16th session of the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly, Vijayan said, "There are certain additions and deletions that were made in the policy address delivered today by the Governor while addressing the House. In paragraphs 12, 15 and 16 of the policy address approved by the Council of Ministers, certain changes were made in the speech delivered by the Governor."

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) national spokesperson, Felix Gerald, on Tuesday commented on the recent walkout of Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi from the State Legislative Assembly winter session without delivering the customary address, claiming that he is being used as a "political propaganda secretary" by the opposition.

Bihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi on Tuesday described the appointment of Nitin Nabin as the party's national president as a "matter of joy for the people of Bihar."

"...First and foremost, to fulfill the nation's resolve, to strengthen its foundation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and our central leadership have entrusted the responsibility of national leadership on the shoulders of a young, Nitin Nabin. This will bring success to the organization and strengthen the BJP's base immensely," he said.

Army officers on Tuesday paid last tributes to Havildar Gajendra Singh, who laid down his life yesterday in the line of duty during a counter-terrorism operation in the Singhpora area of Chatroo in Kishtwar district.