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Rashtriya Janata Dal spokesperson Mrityunjay Tiwari resigned from all party posts on Thursday. He cited humiliation and a lack of space for loyal workers within the party. Tiwari expressed his concerns to Tejashwi Yadav, who he feels is surrounded by negative elements. He thanked Lalu Prasad for past responsibilities as spokesperson and media in-charge. Speculation suggests Tiwari might join the ruling NDA after his departure.
Three individuals were apprehended for allegedly orchestrating a murder plot. The victim's wife and her alleged lover hired a contract killer for the act. This hired assassin then shot the railway employee aboard a moving train. The victim sustained severe injuries and later succumbed during medical treatment. Investigations continue to apprehend any other individuals involved in the conspiracy.