Led by RSS-backed Muslim organization MRM, 350 Muslim devotees completed a six-day foot march from Lucknow to Ayodhya. Chanting 'Jai Shri Ram', they covered 150 km on foot, enduring biting cold. Resting every 25 km, they reached Ayodhya with worn-out shoes and paid obeisance to Ram Lalla. The dignified darshan conveyed a message of unity, integrity, sovereignty, and harmony. MRM leaders emphasized Lord Ram as the ancestor of all, stressing love for country and humanity over religion. They highlighted the importance of not criticizing, mocking, or disdaining others based on religion.

A former Bigg Boss 11 contestant and TV actress has lodged an FIR at Tigri Police Station, South Delhi, accusing her friend of rape in a flat on Deoli Road in 2023. The complainant, popular from the reality show, claims the incident occurred last year. The Mumbai-based actress alleges intoxication before the assault. Delhi Police are investigating, and the accused is expected to be taken into custody soon. The actress, known for her Bigg Boss stint, has worked in TV serials. The latest season of Bigg Boss concluded with Munawar Faruqui as the winner.

Six individuals arrested in connection with the December Parliament security breach have accused the Delhi Police Special Cell of torture and coercion during a hearing at Delhi’s Patiala House Court. Sagar Sharma and Manoranjan D, who jumped into the Lok Sabha, along with others, claim they were forced to sign blank pages, subjected to electric shocks, and pressured to confess to crimes under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act. The court has sought a response from the police, scheduling a hearing for February 17. Accused were remanded to judicial custody until March 1.

Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez knowingly enjoyed and used proceeds from conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar's crimes, says Enforcement Directorate in Delhi High Court. The agency claims Fernandez concealed financial truths, tampered with evidence, and urged colleagues to destroy evidence. The ED opposes her plea to quash the FIR in the ₹200-crore money laundering case. Fernandez alleges she's a victim of a targeted attack. The court sets the next hearing for April 15. Fernandez, accused of receiving gifts from Chandrasekhar, asserts innocence, while the ED argues she knowingly possessed and used the proceeds of the alleged conman's crimes.

Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar and daughter Suranya Aiyar face eviction from their Delhi home as the Resident's Welfare Association issues a notice, objecting to a social media post criticizing the Ayodhya Ram Temple ceremony. The notice requests refraining from disturbing peace or hurting religious sentiments, suggesting relocation if disagreement persists. Referring to Suranya Aiyar's fasting protest, the notice urges Aiyar to condemn the post or leave. The association emphasizes responsible social media use to avoid division, highlighting its impact on the colony's reputation. The grand Ayodhya Ram Temple consecration was globally celebrated.

Varanasi district court has permitted a late priest's family to conduct Hindu prayers in the cellar of Gyanvapi mosque. Chief priest Acharya Satyendra Das expressed gratitude, stating that the court has rectified a past wrong. The order, issued by Judge A K Vishvesh, instructs the district magistrate to arrange for puja within seven days. The dispute arose when prayers were discontinued in 1993, following the closure of the cellar. The Muslim side intends to challenge the decision in the Allahabad High Court. The court's move aligns with recent ASI findings suggesting the mosque's construction atop a Hindu temple.

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren encounters Enforcement Directorate (ED) questioning in a money laundering case linked to a land scam. Soren, previously "untraceable," filed an FIR against the ED for raiding his Delhi residence. Amid this, a rift emerges in the ruling Soren family, with JMM lawmaker Sita Soren opposing any move to make Kalpana Soren the CM. Protests erupt in Ranchi supporting Hemant Soren, with supporters stating he is targeted as a tribal leader. The ED's investigation unfolds as the CM's home secretary is removed, and a potential change in leadership is considered.

President Droupadi Murmu addressed a joint session of Parliament during the Budget session, discussing the economy and highlighting 10 years of Modi government achievements. The Lok Sabha adjourned following the address. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present Budget 2024 on February 1. The Congress criticized Murmu's speech, calling it an 'election speech' focused on praising the government. Tensions rise as suspended Opposition MPs participate. The budget is interim, with a full budget scheduled after the April-May general election. Murmu emphasized the reality of the Ayodhya Ram Temple.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposes restrictions on Paytm Payments Bank Ltd (PPBL) from accepting deposits or top-ups after February 29. This action follows a system audit revealing persistent non-compliance and supervisory concerns. No further banking services, including fund transfers, will be allowed after the specified date. Nodal accounts of associated entities are to be terminated by February 29. Customer withdrawals remain unrestricted. RBI directs settlement of pending transactions by March 15. PPBL faced similar restrictions in March 2022, halting new customer onboarding.

Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury claimed stone-pelting at Rahul Gandhi's car near Bihar-Bengal border. However, Congress later clarified it as "wrong news." The party stated the car's glass broke due to abrupt brakes caused by a woman in the crowd. Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra faced the alleged attack in Malda's Harischandrapur area. Despite tensions between Congress and Trinamool Congress over seat sharing in West Bengal, Congress emphasizes unity. Gandhi inspected the damaged car after reaching a designated halt. Tensions rise amid conflicting narratives on the incident.