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India is no stranger to austerity measures. Every time the country needs to tighten its belt, leaders seize the opportunity to present themselves as making sacrifices and sharing in the hardships of ordinary citizens

In West Bengal's Panihati, BJP candidate Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar rape-murder victim, is leading in early vote counts against TMC's Tirthankar Ghosh. The high-voltage contest, a departure from TMC's traditional stronghold, is closely watched to see if the emotive RG Kar case influences voter sentiment and electoral outcomes.

Markets Open Early, Roads Empty By Noon

In a momentous occasion, Harivansh Narayan Singh, the esteemed former Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, has officially begun his third term in the Upper House, following his nomination by President Murmu. A stalwart member of the JD(U) party representing Bihar, Singh steps into this role to fill a vital vacancy.

The Union government clarified in Parliament that smart prepaid electricity meters are optional, not compulsory under the Electricity Act, 2003. Consumers can voluntarily opt for prepaid meters without a security deposit. While promoting smart meters under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme, the government emphasizes incentivizing adoption over enforcement.

The Patna High Court has acquitted five individuals serving life sentences for a murder in Sheikhpura district. Justices Bibek Chaudhuri and chandra shekhar Jha criticized a judicial officer for improper procedures and incorrect legal interpretations, even ordering special training and removal of trial powers. The court found guilt was based on inadmissible evidence, highlighting significant legal violations.