Telangana Congress MLC Theenmar Mallanna has filed a complaint against Allu Arjun and the "Pushpa 2" team over a controversial scene showing the actor urinating in a swimming pool with a police officer present. Mallanna termed the scene "disrespectful" to law enforcement. This comes after a stampede at a Hyderabad cinema during the film's premiere, leading to a woman’s death and injuries to her son. Hyderabad Police had earlier arrested Arjun, but he secured interim bail. On Sunday, protesters vandalized Arjun's Hyderabad residence, demanding justice for the victim. The controversy continues to escalate.

Protests erupted in Jammu and Kashmir over a new reservation policy for jobs and admissions. Hundreds of students and political leaders gathered outside Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s residence, demanding changes. CM Abdullah’s son joined the protest, along with National Conference MP Ruhulla Mehdi and opposition leaders. The policy, introduced earlier this year, reduces reservations for the general category and increases them for tribes and OBCs. Protesters claim the policy is unfair and discriminatory. The government has formed a panel to review the policy and said it will follow court rulings. Abdullah promised a fair decision after proper review.

Congress has denied any involvement in the attack on actor Allu Arjun's Hyderabad residence, which occurred on Sunday evening. The incident, reportedly linked to protests over the Sandhya Theatre stampede, saw protesters allegedly from Osmania University vandalizing the property. Congress spokesperson Sama Ram Mohan Reddy dismissed claims of party links, calling them baseless. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy condemned the attack, directing authorities to ensure strict action. Six suspects were granted bail after being arrested, while the police continue to investigate the incident, which caused significant damage to the actor's property.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has retained the Home Ministry, while his deputies, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, have been assigned Urban Development and Finance portfolios, respectively. The portfolio allocation follows a week of negotiations in the BJP-led Maharashtra government. Fadnavis also oversees Energy, Law and Judiciary, and General Administration, while Shinde’s responsibilities include Housing and Public Works. Pawar is tasked with Finance, Planning, and State Excise. The government’s cabinet expansion, which saw 39 ministers take oath, aims to address state governance and administrative challenges.

Delhi Police have transferred the FIR filed by BJP against Rahul Gandhi to the Crime Branch. The case involves a scuffle between BJP and Congress MPs over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks on Dr BR Ambedkar. During the confrontation, two BJP MPs, Pratap Chandra Sarangi and Mukesh Rajput, were injured. BJP accused Gandhi of inciting violence by pushing its MPs. Congress denied the charges and claimed BJP MPs stopped their protest. The Congress also filed a complaint accusing BJP MPs of misbehaving with their leader Mallikarjun Kharge. No FIR has been filed on Congress’ complaint.

Om Prakash Chautala, former Haryana Chief Minister and Indian National Lok Dal leader, passed away at 89 following a cardiac arrest at his Gurugram home. A seven-time MLA and four-time CM, Chautala's political career spanned decades, beginning in 1989. Born in January 1935, he was the son of Chaudhary Devi Lal, India's 6th Deputy Prime Minister. His tenure was marked by achievements and controversies, including a recruitment scam that led to a 10-year prison sentence. Released in 2021 after serving over 9 years, Chautala remained a prominent figure in Indian politics.

Delhi Police filed an FIR against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi after BJP MP Hemang Joshi alleged he incited violence and assaulted NDA MPs during a Parliament protest. The BJP claimed Gandhi endangered their safety, causing injuries to Mukesh Rajput and Pratap Sarangi. Union Minister Anurag Thakur demanded action, alleging misconduct toward a female BJP MP. Congress countered with accusations of BJP MPs manhandling Gandhi and party chief Mallikarjun Kharge. Calling the FIR a “diversionary tactic,” Congress MP Manickam Tagore said defending Ambedkar’s legacy is an honor, not a crime. Both parties filed complaints demanding investigations into the clashes.

A confrontation between BJP and Congress escalated on Thursday as both parties filed police complaints accusing each other of assault during protests outside Parliament. BJP MP Pratap Sarangi alleged Rahul Gandhi pushed him, causing injuries, while Congress accused BJP MPs of physically blocking and assaulting their leaders. The clash followed Union Home Minister Amit Shah's controversial remarks on Dr. Ambedkar. BJP leader Anurag Thakur filed a complaint against Gandhi, accusing him of assault and incitement, while Congress lodged a counter-complaint, alleging conspiracy and misconduct. The incident led to a stall in Parliament proceedings amid heightened tensions.

Deputy Chairman Harivansh rejected the no-confidence motion against Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, deeming it "flawed" and "hasty." The motion, backed by the INDIA bloc, was filed under Article 67(B) but failed to meet the mandatory 14-day notice requirement. Harivansh criticized it as an attempt to tarnish Dhankhar's reputation, citing procedural lapses, including a misspelling of his name. The motion marked a historic first in Rajya Sabha, triggering uproar during the winter session. Defending Dhankhar, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju praised him as a "farmer's son" upholding the House's dignity and rebuked opposition MPs for disrespecting the Chair.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra rejected BJP's allegations that Rahul Gandhi pushed two BJP MPs, Pratap Sarangi and Mukesh Rajput, outside Parliament. She called it a "conspiracy to save Amit Shah" and asserted that Rahul Gandhi, holding a photo of Dr. BR Ambedkar, was peacefully entering Parliament when jostling occurred. "I saw Kharge ji and a CPM MP pushed to the ground," Priyanka stated. Meanwhile, BJP MPs accused Rahul Gandhi of "gundagardi" after Sarangi was injured. Rahul Gandhi denied the accusations, claiming BJP MPs were the aggressors, pushing him and Congress leader Kharge during protests.