Speaking to ANI, Birla said "This is a congregation of India's spirituality, faith, and culture... I have prayed for the well-being of all... It is an epitome of India's spirituality... People from all walks of life have come together irrespective of caste..."
The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) said its forces under are prepared for the next step of releasing Hamas terrorists, as part of the hostage exchange deal in Gaza, by "strengthening the defense in the various sectors, conducting field surveys and preliminary warning calls."
Notably, under the leadership of CM Sai, the BJP won mayoral posts in all ten municipal corporations and the post of chairperson in 35 municipal councils and 81 Nagar panchayats.
"There should be a law against love jihad. The conversion of women is not right. Two youngsters (of different religions) coming together is normal but girls shouldn't be forcefully converted," said Ramdas Athavale.
Sharing his experience of the Maha Kumbh in the holy city, Shukla said, "This is a wonderful experience. I have been coming to the Kumbh Mela since childhood. This is not my first time. It is a great religious festival. Will take a holy dip in the Sangam and offer prayers."
BJP MP Yogender Chandoliya on Friday demanded the immediate closure of Delhi's Mohalla Clinics, accusing them of being a "model of corruption" linked to former Chief Ministers Arvind Kejriwal and Atishi.
CPI(M) condemns President's Rule in Manipur, blaming BJP for the state's turmoil. The party calls for negotiations with all political parties and communities to restore peace, and normalcy, and uphold the state's democratic rights.
The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) warned of the continuation of agitation against PECA amendments even if the government was able to receive a favourable ruling from the courts. The agitation entered its second day on Thursday according to a report by Dawn.
Inspector General, Border Security Force (BSF) Jammu Frontier Shashank Anand called on Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday.
After crumbling to successive one-sided series defeats, England head coach Brendon McCullum dismissed the suggestion that his players were not taking preparation seriously for the white-ball tour of India by saying it was"factually incorrect."