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Manipur police tweeted and said, "3 (three) more main accused of the heinous crime of abduction and gangrape under Nongpok Sekmai PS, Thoubal District have been arrested today. So total 04 (four) persons have been arrested till now. The State Police is making all-out efforts to arrest the other culprits at the earliest. Raids are continuing."

A self-styled journalist Muzamil Zahoor Malik of Indergam Pattan arrested for terror funding. He received terror funds in his bank account made on forged documents/fake identity. FIR 20/2023 u/s 13,18,40 of UAPA & 120B,121,124,124A of IPC in Nowgam PS. 5 accused have already been arrested.

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Director General of Police J&K Shri Dilbag Singh today visited South Kashmir’s Anantnag District where he chaired high-level meeting of Police, Army and CRPF officers and reviewed security scenario of South Kashmir as also security arrangements with regard to ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra.

He was accompanied by Spl DG CID, J&K  Shri R.R Swain ADGP CRPF J&K, Shri Nalin Prabhat, ADGP Armed J&K Shri S. J. M. Gillani, ADGP Kashmir Shri Vijay Kumar and IG KOS CRPF Shri G.K Verma.

The meeting besides the officers accompanying the DGP was attended by Brig A.S Pundir 2 Sector RR, DIG South Kashmir Shri Rayees Mohammad Bhat, DIG CRPF OPS Anantnag Shri K.S Daswal, DIG OPS (SKOR) CRPF  Shri Alok Avasthy, Col. A.K Sagotra 53 RR, Col. Deven Sood 55RR, Col. Ajeet Agarwal,  3rd RR, CO 90 Bn CRPF M.A.M Rizwan, CO 18th Bn B.A.K Chaurausia, CO 14th Bn CRPF R.P Meena, CO 116 BN CRPF Shri Narvir Singh, CO 130 Bn CRPF Shri Rajeev Yadav, CO IRP 10th BN Shri Ajaz Ahmad, CO IRP 17th BN Javaid Iqbal, SSP Anantnag Shri Ashish Kumar Mishra, SSP Kulgam Shri Sahil Sarangal, SSP Shopian, Ms. Tanushre, SSP Pulwama Shri Mohd Yousif and SSP Awantipora Shri Sh. Aijaz Ahmad Zargar, DyCO IR11th Shri Sajjad Shah, 182 CRPF Nodal officer, Pulwama Shri Jai Singh, 14 BN CRPF Nodal officer  Shopian, Shri Rupesh Kumar, and SP Hqrs Anantnag Ms Deepika.

Manipur CM Biren Singh confirmed one more accused was arrested in the case wherein three women were paraded naked and then gang-raped in broad daylight in the Village B Phainoum in Manipur. 

Earlier today, the main culprit who was wearing a green t-shirt and seen holding the woman was arrested in the morning in an operation after proper identification. His name is Huirem Herodas Meitei (32 years)  s/o (L)  H. Rajen Meitei of Pechi Awang Leikai. More arrests will be made after his proper interrogation.

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CBI might take up the case, said Manipur Governor on the brutal gangrape in the state, speaking exclusively to Republic TV. 

SC asked for a report from the Union and the State Government on the videos that emerged on social media platforms showing three women paraded in a village in Manipur and then being gangraped in broad daylight on May 4, directing them to ensure such incidents aren't repeated.

The apex court in an order asked what actions have been taken to hold perpetrators accountable. The court also directed the 
Union govt and state govt to take immediate actions and appraise the court of the actions taken. 

In a video message, Hon’ble Governor said, “I came to know about the incidents of women being paraded naked and gang-raped in Kangpokpi district of Manipur in the past days through various media/videos. I strongly condemn this incident. I am deeply saddened and hurt by this incident and my mind is very distressed. I cannot believe that such an incident can be carried out in my State. I am ashamed to hear that such a shameful act can be done by some people of the State to get their demands satisfied. Such a shameful incident is a matter of stigma for the civilized society.

Our country India and the State of Manipur have never had such a culture. Women have always been given respect in the country, big wars have been fought for her respect, but women have been protected. I called the DGP and got complete information about the incident and directed him to make efforts to give the harshest punishment to the perpetrators of this incident so that no one can do such audacity in future. At the same time, I appeal to all the social, political organizations, communities, brothers and sisters of Manipur that after this shameful incident, all should end demonstrations, protests, and violent activities and try to solve problems by coming on the platform of talks and establishing peace and harmony”.

On departure from Goa, #INSTarkash and #USSStethem conducted a maritime partnership exercise to hone operational skills and improve #Interoperability.

Realising Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah’s resolve to uproot every form of terrorism, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has averted possible terror attacks on Places of worship and leaders of certain communities by busting an ISIS module based in Kerala.
 
Based on credible inputs and investigations, NIA conducted an intelligence-led joint operation with the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of Kerala Police and searched four locations following the arrest of one accused. The raids were conducted at three locations in Thrissur and one in Palakkad districts of Kerala to bust the IS module, which had been conducting reconnaissance missions and conspiring to commit terrorist attacks.
 
On Tuesday, NIA successfully tracked and arrested an accused Ashif @ Mathilakath Kodayil Ashraf from his hideout near Sathyamangalam, Tamil Nadu. The next day (19.7.2023), searches were conducted in the houses of Ashif, as well as three others, identified as Seyid Nabeel Ahammed, Shiyas TS of Thrissur and Rayees of Palakkad. Digital devices and incriminating documents were seized during these raids. 

Hon'ble Governor of Manipur, Miss Anusuiya Uikey today met the Director General of Police (DGP), Shri Rajiv Singh, at Raj Bhavan and enquired about the incident of women paraded naked by a mob in Kangpokpi district recently video footage of which went viral on the internet and about the progress of the investigation of the case.

While condemning the incident, Hon'ble Governor directed the DGP for taking up immediate steps to bring the perpetrators of the heinous crime to book and award exemplary punishment as per law. She also asked the DGP for giving special protection to the victims, if required. Thereafter, DGP briefed the Hon'ble Governor about the incident and the steps that have been taken up to bring the perpetrators behind bars.

Mohammad Aarif brutally killed his mother & Sister in Uttar Pradesh Kareli.
Aarif also mercilessly attacked his father, brother, wife, & their children with Machetes / Stones & threw Acid on 4 policemen, including ACP Shwetabh Pandey, who were injured when Arif threw acid-filled bottles at them when a police team was trying to nab him. 

After the attack, he waved a black flag like ISIS from his balcony. Aarif used to watch ISIS videos & read the organisation's literature. He also used to mix toilet & potty in their food, said Mohammed Azam, elder brother of Aarif, the case pertains to Ghaus Nagar colony of Kareli police station area, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh.

The main culprit who was wearing a green t-shirt and seen holding the woman was arrested today morning in an operation after proper identification. His name is Huirem Herodas Meitei (32 years)  s/o (L)  H. Rajen Meitei of Pechi Awang Leikai. More arrest will be made after his proper interrogation.

Massive protest by people of Kuki-Zo community in Manipur today.

Notably a gruesome video emerged on social media platforms on July 19, in which 900-1000 strong mob in a village in Manipur, can be seen molesting three women, who were later paraded naked and then gangraped. The helpless women cried and pleaded for mercy.

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The fourth orbit-raising maneuver (Earth-bound perigee firing) is performed successfully from ISTRAC/ISRO, Bengaluru, said ISRO. The next firing is planned for July 25, 2023, between 2 and 3 pm IST.

Jaya Bachchan, Rajya Sabha MP speaks on Manipur Incident and called it frustrating.

ISRO, on Thursday, completed the fourth orbit-raising maneuver of the Chandrayaan 3 spacecraft, the agency announced on Twitter. "The fourth orbit-raising maneuver (Earth-bound perigee firing) is performed successfully from ISTRAC/ISRO, Bengaluru. The next firing is planned for July 25, 2023, between 2 and 3 pm IST," ISRO tweeted. 

The Supreme Court on Thursday referred the Delhi government’s plea challenging Centre's Services Ordinance, to a five-judge Constitution bench.

A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices P S Narasimha heard the matter. 

BMC alleged Covid Center scam | Sujit Patkar - the business partner of Uddhav Thackeray faction leader Sanjay Raut - and one Dr Kishor Bisure arrested by ED. Visuals of them being taken to the court by ED in Mumbai.

Delhi ordinance issue: SC refers to a Constitution bench the Delhi Govt's challenge to the 2023 ordinance.

Karnataka BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai and JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy, along with MLAs of their respective parties meet Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot and hand over a memorandum to him, requesting an investigation into the IAS officers' deployment at a hotel where Opposition parties meeting was held.

Congress leader Renuka Chowdhury says, "...Manipur - a part of Bharat Maa is burning. This has been burning for days. PM is silent...Why can't you listen to their voices (people of Manipur)?...What is the State Government doing? Is it unconscious? What is the Centre doing?..."

We have made it clear that we are ready for discussion on Manipur in both Houses. Manipur is a sensitive issue. Home Minister will reply to the discussion in detail. Let the Speaker decide the date of discussion: Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi

Lok Sabha adjourned till 11 am tomorrow, July 21 

Speaking on the Manipur horror video, Chhattisgarh Deputy CM TS Singhdeo said, "It was a very shameful act...As per the media, the incident happened on May 4... PM Modi in his statement asked for strict action and we support and demand for the same...We need to find a solution by any means... Whenever such incidents happen, we need to rise above any political indulgence and focus on the incident itself."

After meeting the Japanese delegation in Delhi, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said, "We spoke about various growth prospects in the steel sector. The fact is that our steel sector’s productivity will grow tremendously by 2030. Therefore, the potentiality of the Japanese contributing to our steel sector is promising. A lot of Japanese firms are interested in India. We also talked about green steel, the usage of scrap to create steel, decarbonisation and more."

Addressing media, Congress MP Jairam Ramesh said, "26 political parties-INDIA demanded suspension of all business today and discussion on Manipur issue. PM Modi should make a statement and on the basis of his statement, discussion should be done in both Houses but our demand was ignored. We will keep raising this issue."

Earlier in the day, PM Modi while interacting with the media, expressed his pain over the horrific incident in Manipur. "My heart is filled with anguish and anger. The incident that has come before us from Manipur is one that any cultured and educated society would feel ashamed of. Who are these culprits, who are these sinners, how many are they, who are they -- this has its place. But the humiliation is of the entire Nation. 140 crore citizens are having to feel ashamed... I want to assure citizens, no culprit will be spared. The full force of the law will be applied. What has happened to the daughters of Manipur can never be forgiven," he said

Speaking to reporters on the Manipur horror video, Union Minister Anurag Thakur said, "Unfortunately, Opposition parties view it politically. We said in the House that we are ready for discussion but they (Opposition) want to run away from it...It is because there are some cases in Opposition-ruled states. Rajasthan reports the highest number of cases of crime against women...I ask Sonia Gandhi & Rahul Gandhi - do you see women in just one state?"

"Will Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and the Opposition remain silent spectators over the crime against women in Rajasthan?... Why do you differentiate between women?... How can you do that? Do you consider women as a political tool and want to continue with this?... Sonia Gandhi & Rahul Gandhi, you must answer on Rajasthan," he said.

A Bharatiya Janata Party delegation has submitted its report on 'atrocities on women in West Bengal' to the party's national president JP Nadda. BJP MPs of West Bengal also staged a protest in front of Gandhi Murti, Delhi against massive atrocities that happened in Panchayat polls.

Delhi Commission for Women chief Swati Maliwal tweeted that she would be writing letters to PM Narendra Modi and Manipur seeking urgent steps to curb violence in Manipur.

In a historic move, Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar reconstitutes the panel of Vice-Chairpersons with 50% women Parliamentarians. All four women Parliamentarians who have been nominated, are first-time members.

Union Minister and Telangana BJP president G Kishan Reddy says, "The BRS govt is cheating the people without building the double-bedroom houses and not distributing the completed houses. Today, as a Union Minister, I wanted to visit Batasingaram and inspect the double-bedroom houses there. However, the BJP leaders across the state including DK Aruna, Eatala Rajender, Ramchander Rao and others were arrested. Are we in a Kalvakuntla emergency? Telangana, which was won by a great movement, is now under the control of Kalvakuntla family."

Manipur CM N Biren Singh speaking on the viral video says, "Mass combing operation has started in the suspected areas, also cybercrime has been asked to verify the authenticity of the video. Last night itself, we have arrested one main culprit involved in this heinous crime."

At a time when Manipur has been burning for weeks and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed concern and regret for this heinous act of rape and assault in the recent viral video, a delegation of opposition leaders INDIA is slated to visit the violence hit state soon. 

 

Deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said in the state assembly that 10 people have died after a landslide incident in Raigad district. CM Eknath Shinde has announced an ex gratia of Rs 5 lakh each to the next kin of the deceased and free treatment for those injured in landslide incident in Raigad. 

Rouse Avenue Court reserves order on Former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's regular bail plea in an alleged sexual harassment case registered by several wrestlers. Meanwhile, Court noted that the Delhi Police lawyer said that he is neither opposing nor supporting the bail application, his submission is only that the same shall be dealt with provision of law.

On Manipur situation, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor says, "Deeply concerned about the fact that the PM was silent for so long. None of us could understand it. We are very glad that he broke his silence, now we would like him to approach the issue in Parliament to discuss it...We want to discuss it when he speaks inside the Parliament. He has spoken outside the Parliament, to the media. I am very glad, he has at least raised his voice. Now, let him bring the voice to the Parliament itself."

Union Minister and Telangana BJP president G Kishan Reddy sat on the road in protest amid a downpour after being stopped by Police in Shamshabad 

He was leaving for Batasingaram from Shamshabad airport to inspect the under-construction double-bedroom houses when he was stopped. 

Police have placed him under preventive custody.

Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday, July 20, arrested Sanjay Raut’s close aide in Covid jumbo centre scam. 

BJP delegation has submitted its report on 'atrocities on women in West Bengal' to BJP national president JP Nadda.

Former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh arrives at Rouse Avenue Court. 

Speaking on Manipur violence and the viral inhuman video, AIMIM Chief Owaisi stated, "genocide is happening in Manipur. Manipur CM should resign. Arrest happened after two months? Targeted violence is happening on Christians, Dalitsm, Muslims. This is part of majoritarian project of BJP." 

Delhi High Court seeks a response from the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on plea moved by wrestlers Antim Panghal and Sujeet Kalkal over the exemption given to wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat for direct entry into the Asian Games 2023 by the WFI ad-hoc panel

When asked by a reporter whether he will raise the issue of Manipur violence during his visit to India as it was discussed in EU parliament German Vice Chancellor Dr Habeck stated, "I think this is not on the table for me, I am discussing economic, energy and renewable energy matters. 

Rajya Sabha adjourned till 12 noon as a mark of respect for sitting MP Hardwar Dubey who passed away in June.

Last night at around 1.30 am, we arrested the main culprit, says Manipur CM N Biren Singh

AAP's Sushil Kumar Rinku takes oath as a Member of the Parliament, in Lok Sabha.

Reacting on the Manipur video of women being disrespected, state Chief Minister N.Biren Singh said, "My hearts go out to the two women who were subjected to a deeply disrespectful and inhumane act, as shown in the distressing video that surfaced yesterday. After taking a Suo-moto cognisance of the incident immediately after the video surfaced, the Manipur Police swung to action and made the first arrest this morning."

"A thorough investigation is currently underway and we will ensure strict action is taken against all the perpetrators, including considering the possibility of capital punishment. Let it be known, there is absolutely no place for such heinous acts in our society," he added. 

Supreme Court takes suo motu cognizance of Manipur incident, seeks response from state and Centre. Hearing will be held on Friday, July 28

The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court said that it is very disturbing that the pictures of women have come in Manipur.. The Supreme Court said that. We are very worried after seeing the video. 

Such incidents cannot be tolerated in a democratic country. This type of incident regarding the rights of women is going to shake the soul... This is a violation of the rights of the constitution, he said. 

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has spoken to Manipur CM N Biren Singh over the recent viral video of two women brutalised.

Before the commencement of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, PM Narendra Modi says, "Today, when we are meeting in the holy month of Sawan in this temple of democracy...I am confident that all the MPs, together, will use this for the maximum welfare of people and carry out their responsibilities as MPs..."

High level BJP State leaders meeting to begin shortly at state party office. BJP MLAs arrive at the party office ahead of the assembly session. BJP to discuss over the suspension of 10 MLAs by speaker UT Khader. BJP also to approach governor and submit a letter against speaker UT Khader moving a no confidence motion against him

CPI(M) MP Elamaram Kareem has given Suspension of Business notice in Rajya Sabha under rule 267 to discuss the Manipur issue in the presence of the Prime Minister. He has also demanded the response of the PM on this issue in the House.

DCW chief Swati Maliwal says, "I am unable to sleep after watching the video which has come from Manipur. The incident happened 2.5 months ago but no arrest has been made so far. I am ashamed that no one has been arrested. Central govt is silent, PM has not made a single statement. I am writing today to the Manipur CM and PM Modi to end the violence in Manipur and take action against the accused and police officials."

Ncp chief sharad pawar tweets, "...Distressing to see disturbing visuals from manipur specially the atrocities against the women, which is despicable."

"It’s time to unite, raise our voices, & demand justice for the people of manipur. Home department along with pmo need to immediately take necessary action to restore peace in manipur."

Congress MP Ranjeet Ranjan gives suspension of Business Notice under rule 267 in Rajya Sabha to discuss the "Prime Minister's shocking silence on the ongoing violence in Manipur

7 Adjournment motions moved by opposition on Manipur. The leaders who moved the motion include: 

Manish Tewari
Manickam Tagore
Sanjay Singh
Binoy Vishwam
Manoj Jha
Saiyed Nasser Husain
Asaduddin Owaisi

Opposition to again demand from govt that all party delegation must be sent to Manipur without further delay
 

The government has issued an order to Twitter and other social media platforms, instructing them not to share the viral video of the two Manipuri women being paraded nude. It is imperative for social media platforms to adhere to Indian laws as the matter is currently under investigation: Government Sources
 

Ahead of the monsoon session 2023, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi said, "...Yesterday, video of a heinous crime with two women came from Manipur before the country...Such an incident puts the country to shame...As a woman MP, I want a discussion on Manipur. The PM should break his silence and answer the people by speaking on the Floor of the House...Women & Child Welfare Development Minister Smriti Irani never spoke on this but now when there is pressure on her, she says she spoke with the CM...The most incompetent minister of the country should resign. This will be the first issue at the Parliament today..."

Till now five bodies have been recovered from the debris in Irshalwadi village of Khalapur tehsil of Raigad district. Till now 75 people have been rescued: Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde arrives at the site of the landslide in Irshalwadi village of Khalapur tehsil of Raigad district. According to the Raigad police, four people have died and three others have been injured. Rescue operation is underway.

Monsoon session of Parliament | Congress Lok Sabha MP Manish Tewari gives adjournment motion notice to discuss the "ongoing ethnic clashes taking place in Manipur."
 

AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi gives an Adjournment Motion Notice in Lok Sabha to discuss Manipur violence

The monsoon session of parliament is all set to begin on july 20 and continue till august 17. There will be total 17 sittings during this session of the parliament. At present, 37 bills are pending in parliament, of which eight are listed for consideration and passing in the session and 21 for introduction, consideration and passing.  

The upcoming parliament session will take place days after the opposition meeting in bengaluru and the ruling national democratic alliance (nda) event at delhi’s ashoka hotel. Both these meetings were aimed at chalking out strategies and figuring out rallying schedules for the upcoming lok sabha elections in 2024. 

Ii. Points upcoming parliament session 2023: 

1. The central government has convened an all-party meeting to discuss issues related to the monsoon session.
 
2. Defence minister rajnath singh has also held separate meetings with his cabinet colleagues including prahlad joshi and piyush goyal.  

3. The government is likely to table a bill on implementing the contentious uniform civil code (ucc) in the upcoming session.  

4. This bill may be sent to parliamentary standing committee which will hear views of stakeholders on the ucc.  

5. The digital personal data protection bill is also likely to be tabled in the parliament.  

6. All online and offline data in india will fall under its legal domain, as per a report. As per this bill, personal data can only be processed following an individual’s consent.  

7. If passed in the parliament session, the bill will provide individuals the right to seek details about their data collection, storage and processing.  

8. In may this year, union home minister amit shah said the centre is planning to table a new bill on the nationwide census in the monsoon session.  

9. As per shah, the new census will be helpful in making a basic plan for development and providing basic amenities to the underprivileged and exploited.  

10. The union home minister also said the bill would have a provision which would help a person get a voter id card as soon as they turn 18.  

11. The congress and other opposition parties will demand a discussion on issues such as the manipur crisis, sexual harassment allegations against bjp mp brij bhushan sharan singh, demand for a joint parliamentary committee (jpc) probe into the adani-hindenburg issue, the alleged misuse of agencies and bringing gst under the purview of the prevention of money laundering act (pmla).  

12. Congress’ jairam ramesh said the grand old party will also raise the issue of railway safety in view of the horrific balasore triple train accident. Ramesh also claimed basic issue of railway safety has been sidelined in the pursuit of launching new vande bharat trains.

Maharashtra: Rescue operation underway by NDRF after a landslide occurred in Irshalwadi village of Khalapur tehsil of Raigad district. According to the Raigad police, four people have died and three others have been injured.

National Investigation Agency is conducting raids at multiple places in Jammu and Kashmir in a terror conspiracy case.

Four people have died and three others are injured. Rescue operation underway: Raigad Police

Maharashtra Ministers Uday Samant and Dada Bhuse reached Khalapur's Irshalwadi in Raigad district where a landslide took place late at night. NDRS and Raigad Police carry out rescue operations.

So far, we have rescued 22 people. Several people are still feared trapped. Presently over 100 officials of Police and District administration are involved in rescue operations. We are getting help from NDRF, locals and some NGOs, said Raigad Police.m 

Landslide was reported in Khalapur's Irshalwadi in Raigad district. Some people are feared trapped. 2 NDRF teams have reached the spot and have started search and rescue. 2 more teams have left from Mumbai to join the operation. Raigad Police has set up a control room after the incident. More details awaited: NDRF