News Track With Marya Shakil: 'Dhurandhar' Crosses ₹1000 Cr ; Rakesh Bedi & Experts Debate

In this news report, the Tamil Nadu Assembly has moved a resolution against the G.Ramji Bill, with the state government urging the Centre to restore the Mandreka scheme. The speaker highlights that the Chief Minister has expressed concerns over discretionary fund allocations by the Centre and the lowering of annual budgets. The resolution emphasizes that 'annual allocations must not be lowered' and alleges that the transition from Mandreka to the G.Ramji Bill has caused significant delays in fund transfers to the state. The programme notes that other opposition-ruled states, including Karnataka, have shared similar concerns regarding the dissolution of the previous scheme. The discussion in the Assembly focuses on the repercussions of the current legislative framework and the necessity of bringing the Mandreka scheme back into the system to protect beneficiaries. The report underlines the political friction between the DMK-led government and the Centre over state rights and financial autonomy.

On this Special Report, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a development programme in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, highlighting the central government's efforts to boost the state's infrastructure and welfare. The Prime Minister officially launched the PM SVANidhi Credit Card scheme, stating, 'Today, the PM SVANidhi Credit Card has been launched. This will benefit those working on carts and footpaths across the country.' He emphasized that over the last 11 years, the Centre has significantly invested in urban infrastructure and poor-centric schemes, including the PM Housing Scheme and PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. Modi also flagged off new Amrit Bharat Express trains, noting that enhanced rail connectivity will bolster Kerala's tourism and startup ecosystem. The address underscores the government's commitment to 'Viksit Bharat' by empowering the middle class and marginalized sections through banking integration and tax reliefs.

On this Special Report, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a gathering in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, marking a significant push for urban development and social welfare. The Prime Minister launched the PM SVANidhi Credit Card, stating, 'This will benefit those working on carts, stalls, and pavements across the country.' He highlighted the central government's commitment to transforming Thiruvananthapuram into a major startup hub and strengthening rail connectivity in the state. Modi detailed various central schemes, including PM Awas Yojana, which has provided over 4 crore houses to the poor, and the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana for free electricity. He also noted that the government has made income up to ₹12 lakh tax-free, significantly benefiting the middle class and salaried individuals in Kerala. The address underscores the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' through urban infrastructure investment and empowerment of the poor and middle class.

Ajith Kumar's fans took the celebrations too seriously as they burst crackers inside a theatre hall during Mankatha screening. The film re-released in South India on January 23.