West Bengal's electoral rolls now list over 7.04 crore voters following a Special Intensive Revision. During this process, over 5.46 lakh names were removed, while more than 1.82 lakh new voters were added. Over 58 lakh enumeration forms were not received, and more than 60 lakh electors remain in the 'under adjudication' category but are included in the updated rolls.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has sharply criticised Prime Minister Modi's recent Israel visit, calling it "morally cowardly" following a joint US-Israel strike on Iran. Ramesh highlighted Modi's declaration of India's support for Israel, which occurred just before the military action. The article also details the elevated strategic partnership and agreements signed between India and Israel during Modi's trip.
Prime Minister Modi paid homage at Yad Vashem, Israel's Holocaust memorial, alongside PM Netanyahu, emphasizing respect and hope. He also explored Israeli tech advancements, urging investment in India. Earlier, the Israeli Parliament honored Modi with its highest award for strengthening bilateral ties, recognizing India's long-standing historical connections with Jewish communities.
Spatial clustering of marginalised communities continues to reproduce inequality—with lower educational mobility constraining access to higher-paying jobs, which in turn shapes where families can afford to live.
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