The two men who triggered a security breach in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday have been identified as Sagar Sharma and D Manoranjan. Sharma is the son of Shankarlal Sharma, while 35-year-old Manoranjan is the son of D Devaraj. The two detained outside Parliament are Neelam, a 42-year-old woman, and Amol Shinde, 25. Manoranjan is a computer science graduate from Mysuru. One detained outside is reportedly from Haryana's Hisar. All four have been arrested as Delhi Police anti-terror cell leads an investigation. At 1:02 pm, the men set off smoke canisters while one intruder jumped from the visitors' gallery into the chamber before being cornered. Furious opposition MPs questioned the breach, as the smoke could have been toxic. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has vowed a thorough probe into the incident.

A major security breach occurred in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday when two intruders disrupted proceedings – coincidentally shortly after Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun threatened to attack Parliament before December 13. While no direct connection has been established between the incidents, the timing raises concerns. Pannun recently claimed a foiled plot to kill him, and released a video featuring a poster alongside pictures of Afzal Guru and the words “Delhi bangea Khalistan.” As MPs panicked Wednesday, two other intruders were nabbed outside Parliament. Speaker Om Birla said belongings were seized from all four, but the breach provokes uneasy questions about a possible Khalistani link.

After two intruders disrupted Lok Sabha proceedings, reports emerged that Bharatiya Janata Party MP Pratap Simha had issued a visitor's pass to Sagar Sharma, one of the men. Visuals showed Sharma's pass was obtained through Simha's office, raising suspicions the trespassers faked intentions while seeking entry. Apparently targeting the government with slogans, the men jumped from the visitor's gallery, set off yellow smoke, and tried approaching the Speaker's chair before being subdued. Later, two other protestors shouted identical slogans and activated smoke canisters at Vijay Chowk. The security breach provoked alarm across party lines over lapses allowing access to restricted areas. An investigation is underway into the passes' issuance through deception.

Chaos erupted in Lok Sabha on Wednesday when two people carrying gas canisters jumped from the visitors' gallery into the House chamber. Initial reports said they released yellow smoke, causing panic on the anniversary of the 2001 Parliament attack. One intruder named Sagar sprayed an eye and lung irritant while shouting slogans before being overpowered by MPs, said witnesses like Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury and Karti Chidambaram. Trinamool's Kakoli Dastidar confirmed overhearing chants during the frightening security breach that sent lawmakers rushing out. The dramatic incident halted parliamentary proceedings pending an investigation into the alarming vulnerabilities.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan held a special review meeting to evaluate safety arrangements for pilgrims at Sabarimala temple amid rising footfalls. With average daily pilgrims surging from 62,000 to 88,000 in December, the Chief Minister directed officials to ensure harm prevention. He recommended extending darshan time, limiting spot bookings, adhering to parking schedules, deploying more police forces, and expressing condolences over a child pilgrim's death. Underscoring the government's commitment to pilgrims' well-being, he stressed implementing decisions from prior consultation meetings regarding crowd control and systems for women and children.

On the 22nd anniversary of the 2001 Parliament attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and other top leaders paid tribute to the security personnel martyred while defending the temple of democracy against terrorists. President Droupadi Murmu said the nation remains forever indebted to the brave guards who foiled the audacious plot on December 13, 2001 by Pakistan-based outfits, sacrificing their lives. Nine people were killed in the attack before all five terrorists were neutralized. The President and PM reiterated India's resolve to wipe out the menace of terrorism globally. They called the attack a dastardly plan to eliminate India's political leadership that was heroically prevented by security forces.

Ravi Uppal, owner of the Mahadev online betting platform being probed for money laundering worth Rs 6000 crore, has been detained in Dubai based on an Interpol red corner notice by the Enforcement Directorate. Officials are in talks to deport him to India. The agency alleges the Dubai-run platform generated Rs 200 crore daily through a network of franchises and hawala transactions to siphon off proceeds. A cash courier's statement claims over Rs 500 crore was paid to ex-Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel, which is also under probe. Several Bollywood celebrities summoned by ED admitted receiving cash payments from Uppal for events. Uppal's detention tightens the noose on the expansive betting and money laundering racket unearthed by Indian agencies.

Amid the aftermath of Cyclone Michaung, an oil spill in Chennai sparks a blame game between Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) and Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL). The spill in Ennore, home to refineries, raises environmental concerns and compounds challenges for flood-affected locals. TNPCB directs CPCL to map affected areas, implement remedial measures, and faces operational suspension threats for zero leakage. Residents suffer health issues, and CPCL is held liable for compensating affected families. The National Green Tribunal's intervention adds pressure for accountability in this post-cyclone environmental crisis.

The Indian government has presented three redrafted bills in Parliament aiming to replace existing criminal laws. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Bill, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam bills seek to replace the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure Act, and Indian Evidence Act. Notable changes include the inclusion of "economic security" in the definition of terrorism. Home Minister Amit Shah stated the decision to reintroduce the bills was based on recommendations from the parliamentary standing committee. The proposed amendments also address issues like the publication of court proceedings revealing identities of victims.

In a late-night scare, Karnataka Raj Bhavan faced a hoax bomb threat as an unidentified caller claimed to have planted an explosive. Responding swiftly, Bengaluru Police dispatched a bomb squad, conducting a thorough search that yielded no evidence. Authorities vow to file an FIR, initiating a second search. This incident follows a recent wave of bomb threats targeting 44 schools in Bengaluru, causing widespread panic. The police, despite suspicions of hoaxes, ensured the safety of students and staff by evacuating threatened institutions. Investigations into both incidents are underway to apprehend the culprits behind these unsettling threats.