West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee intervened when the Kolkata Police band was allegedly denied entry to Raj Bhavan during Republic Day celebrations, insisting they be allowed to perform. Banerjee expressed strong disapproval to Raj Bhavan officials, standing at the gate until the band was permitted inside. The Governor’s office clarified that the band was assigned a different space but was eventually given a suitable place to perform after Banerjee’s intervention.
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Why does Russia want to capture the strategic Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk?
Russian forces are encircling the strategic eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, disrupting supply lines and steel production, prompting most residents to flee due to severe hardships and lack of basic utilities. Ukrainian forces are reinforcing defenses and leadership in response to the intensified Russian offensive, aiming to protect the city and its critical infrastructure. Full Article
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