3 Things The Catch Up: 12 September
Sep 12, 2025
Catch up on the latest political changes making waves both in India and beyond. Discover the implications of a new vice presidential election and shifting voter ID laws. Dive into the evolving diplomatic ties between India and the US, while also exploring the political turmoil in Nepal sparked by recent protests.
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Vice President Election Result
- CP Radhakrishnan won the vice-presidential election with 452 first-preference votes, defeating Justice Sudarshan Reddy who got 300 votes.
- The result makes Radhakrishnan India's 15th vice president and reflects a significant margin of victory.
Aadhaar Allowed For Voter Revision
- The Supreme Court allowed Aadhaar as the 12th identity document for Bihar's special voter list revision while clarifying it won't prove citizenship.
- The Election Commission must verify Aadhaar authenticity before adding or removing voters to improve list accuracy.
Sia-Chan Avalanche Tragedy
- An avalanche at Sia-Chan base camp at about 12,000 feet killed three soldiers, including two Agniveers.
- Rescue teams retrieved the bodies, underscoring hazards on the world's highest battlefield.