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The Congress party has expressed its appreciation to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust for extending an invitation to the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22. While acknowledging the invitation, the party has not disclosed the attendance plans of its top leaders, including Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury. Sources suggest that despite the invitations, senior Congress leaders may choose not to participate in the ceremony. The party’s stance remains uncertain, reflecting a cautious approach to this sensitive and politically significant occasion.
Former Chief Scientist of the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, has addressed concerns regarding the JN.1 variant of the coronavirus, emphasizing that immediate panic is unwarranted. In an interview with ANI, she pointed out that the UN health agency has categorized the strain as a “variant of interest” rather than a “variant of concern.” This categorization implies that while the JN.1 variant is under close observation, it does not currently pose a significant threat requiring heightened alarm. Swaminathan aims to provide reassurance and a balanced perspective on the evolving situation, urging the public to stay informed without succumbing to unnecessary anxiety.
