Kapil Sibal’s recent comments on the violence against women have drawn the ire of Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar. Coming down heavily on Rajya Sabha member Kapil Sibal, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday said that he was pained that someone holding a position in the Supreme Court Bar, a Member of Parliament, can term such acts of violence against women as "a symptomatic malaise". Addressing the students and faculty members on the theme 'Role of Women in Viksit Bharat' at the Bharati College, University of Delhi today, the Vice-President said "I am appalled; I am pained and somewhat surprised that someone holding a position in the Supreme Court Bar, a Member of Parliament, acting in a manner and what does he say? A symptomatic malaise and suggested that such incidents are commonplace? What a shame! Words fail me in condemning such a stance. It is doing the greatest injustice to the high position."

During his address in the Rajya Sabha, PM Modi addressed the unrest in Manipur, emphasizing the Centre's efforts to restore normalcy. He cautioned against politicizing the situation, urging stakeholders to refrain from exacerbating tensions. Modi's call to "stop adding fuel to fire" underscored the need for constructive dialogue and cooperation to resolve the issues in the violence-hit state. His remarks aimed at fostering peace and stability reflected a commitment to addressing challenges through proactive measures and inclusive governance. Watch video.