Wed Feb 12 17:40:55 UTC 2025: ## Top News Headlines: Political Shift, Train Incident, Religious Figure’s Passing, and YouTube Controversy

**Kolkata, India** – West Bengal’s political landscape saw a significant shift as Abhijit Mukherjee, a prominent figure, left the Trinamool Congress (TMC) to join the Congress party ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, dealing a blow to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

**Patna, India** – A near-disaster was averted in Patna when a train split into two while in motion, causing a scare at the station. Thankfully, no major casualties were reported.

**Ayodhya, India** – Mahant Satyendra Das, the chief priest of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple, passed away, prompting condolences from Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath who called the loss “irreparable.”

**Mumbai, India** – The controversy surrounding YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia’s controversial comments on his show “India’s Got Latent” continues to escalate. Comedian Sameer Raina removed all related videos from his YouTube channel and is cooperating with authorities. Mumbai police recorded statements from four individuals, including social media influencer Apoorva Mukhija, but Allahbadia’s statement is yet to be recorded. The National Commission for Women (NCW) issued a notice to Allahbadia, summoning him on February 17th, over the offensive remarks. The NCW also sent notices to the show’s producers and other content creators involved. Allahbadia has since apologized, stating he lacks comedic skills. The incident sparked widespread criticism and calls for a ban on his podcast.

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