With a voice choking with emotion, Raj Thackeray had announced his decision to quit Shiv Sena in 2005.

Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP of plotting to use the Maha Kumbh to promote Yogi Adityanath as a Prime Ministerial candidate and fostering societal division. This accusation follows BJP MP Nishikant Dubey’s controversial remarks criticizing the Supreme Court, which the BJP has distanced itself from, emphasizing they were Dubey’s personal views.

Mohan Bhagwat, on a five-day visit to Aligarh, called on members of the Hindu community to strive for social harmony and collective celebration of festivals.