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Ritabrata Banerjee has responded strongly to Abhishek Banerjee's warning issued to West Bengal police officers. He accused Abhishek of arrogance and urged the state government to take action against him. Additionally, Ritabrata challenged Abhishek to visit a temple alone without security, disputing his claim of public support. Abhishek had recently expressed concerns about police targeting TMC workers and claimed to have a list of implicated officers.

AISA leader Neha Bora's refusal to sign peace bonds led to obvious comparisions with the CJP leadership who opted to comply with conditions set for their release from detention during Jantar Mantar 2.0 protests. The CJP faced significant challenges in organizing Jantar Mantar 2.0 protests which was a contrast from their previous successful mobilization. Bora's determination to protest despite multiple detentions brought her to the centre stage of anti-SIR protests.

Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY) is introduced to enhance formal employment across various sectors. The scheme includes financial incentives for both employers and first-time employees entering the formal job market. PMVBRY aims to create more than 3.5 crore jobs including 1.92 crore first-time workers by 2027. It targets an increase in manufacturing employment with unique incentives for the sector.

India strongly condemned the attacks against commercial vessels and highlighted the importance of maritime security at the UN. Harish Parvathaneni stressed the impact of disruptions at critical maritime choke points on global supply chains. He noted the potential of emerging technologies like AI to enhance maritime security while also posing new risks. The representative emphasized the need for safeguards and clear responsibility regarding technological deployment.