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The Supreme Court criticized the MCD for failing to manage solid waste in Delhi, where 3,000 tonnes of waste are dumped untreated daily. The court was dismayed that the Ghazipur dumpsite would take another four years to be cleared. The Centre expressed its commitment to addressing the problem, highlighting the need for better coordination between the Centre and Delhi government.

BJP president J P Nadda unveiled the first part of BJP's manifesto for the Delhi elections, promising Rs 2,500 monthly allowance for eligible women, financial support for expecting mothers, subsidies, and implementation of Ayushman Bharat Yojana. Nadda criticized AAP for failing to implement similar schemes and assured the prompt execution if BJP is elected.

China is restricting the movement of employees and specialized equipment for high-tech manufacturing to India and Southeast Asia, aiming to prevent production shifts due to possible US tariffs under President-elect Trump. The measures target technology transfers, potentially impacting companies like Foxconn and affecting India's solar panel and electric vehicle manufacturing sectors. Beijing denies harmful actions, aiming to retain production and jobs.

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman plans to introduce a bill for a new direct tax law during the budget session. The focus is on simplifying provisions and making the language more accessible for the common man. The new law will replace the 63-year-old Income Tax Act. The bill will be introduced and potentially tweaked based on feedback from taxpayers and experts.

The 2025 Bharat Mobility Global Expo highlights a significant shift towards electric vehicles (EVs), with major launches from Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, and luxury brands like BMW and Mercedes-Benz emphasizing sustainability and green mobility. This aligns with the Indian government's push for EV adoption and infrastructural support.

The Supreme Court stated that an accused can be considered for bail in money laundering cases if they have spent over a year in jail without charges being framed, following its decision in the Senthil Balaji case. This aims to bring consistency to bail plea rulings.

PM Modi urged the auto industry to focus on eco-friendly mobility through EVs, hydrogen fuel cells, and biofuels while highlighting the role of the middle class and youth in driving car sales. At the Bharat Mobility Global Expo, he emphasized manufacturing in India for both domestic use and export, with the aim to reduce fossil fuel imports and promote sustainability.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has alleged that Congress MLA and former excise minister Kawasi Lakhma played a pivotal role in a liquor scam in Chhattisgarh. He reportedly received Rs 2 crore monthly from an illegal liquor syndicate, contributing to a state exchequer loss exceeding Rs 2,100 crore. Lakhma is accused of using crime proceeds for real estate investments and promoting FL-10A licenses for the cartel's benefit.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute over 65 lakh property cards to rural land owners, with a cumulative property value of Rs 135 lakh crore. These cards from the SVAMITVA Scheme will aid in obtaining bank loans and ease property-related disputes. Beneficiaries span across 50,000 villages in 10 states and two Union Territories. The success of the scheme is set to be showcased internationally.

Amit Shah met with Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav to discuss implementing the new criminal laws in the state, emphasizing proper use of terrorism-related sections and 'trial in absentia' for national security cases. Shah pushed for transparency and efficient legal aid, along with advancements in forensic capability and electronic evidence management.