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Cyclone Fengal Brings Rain, Waterlogging In Chennai
Heavy rains lashed several regions of Tamil Nadu, including its capital Chennai, as Cyclone Fengal moved across the Bay of Bengal. The tropical weather system has caused waterlogging in parts of the city, disrupting daily life and raising concerns about preparedness for such climatic events. The India Meteorological Department...
Bangladesh Freezes 17 ISKCON Bank Accounts Amid Controversy
Bangladesh authorities have frozen 17 bank accounts linked to ISKCON following the arrest of a Hindu leader, sparking debates over religious freedom and financial regulations. The action was initiated amid allegations surrounding financial irregularities and social unrest linked to certain activities of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON)...
Delhi blast at school triggers political blame game
A loud explosion outside a school in Rohini’s Prashant Vihar area of Delhi early Sunday morning has intensified political tensions, with Chief Minister Atishi directly blaming the central government for deteriorating law and order in the city. The incident occurred near the CRPF school, causing damage to the school...
MEA describes US move against Adani as legal matters
The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal has clarified that the allegations against top executives of Adani Group pertain to private entities and individuals. Speaking during the weekly press briefing, Jaiswal emphasized that these are legal matters under the purview of the United States Department of Justice and...
India tightens visa control amidst Bangladesh tensions
Tensions along the India-Bangladesh border have intensified as India tightens its visa restrictions following a surge in violence targeting religious minorities in Bangladesh. This unrest, marked by attacks on Hindu communities and widespread political instability, has raised serious concerns in the region and prompted action to manage potential spillover...
Mehbooba Criticizes Judiciary’s Role in Rising Religious Tensions
Former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Mehbooba Mufti has strongly criticized former Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud for decisions she claims are undermining secularism in the country. In her remarks, she attributed searches in mosques and heightened communal rhetoric to...
Supreme Court Set to Review Plea on Sambhal Mosque Survey
The Supreme Court of India is scheduled to hear a petition challenging the legality of the survey conducted at the Sambhal mosque in Uttar Pradesh, a case that has ignited political, religious, and legal debates across the country. The mosque, which has been a point of contention for various...
UP Waqf Board claims ownership of 115-year-old Varanasi college
A significant property dispute has surfaced in Varanasi after the Uttar Pradesh Sunni Central Waqf Board asserted ownership over Harish Chandra Post Graduate College, a 115-year-old institution with a legacy deeply intertwined with educational and social reform in the region. The board’s claim, based on records allegedly dating back...
Wanted LeT Terrorist Salman Rehman Khan Brought To India From Africa
Salman Rehman Khan, a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operative involved in numerous terror plots, has been extradited to India from Africa following extensive international coordination. Accused of orchestrating attacks and financing terror operations, Khan had been under surveillance after an Interpol Red Notice was issued against him. Authorities confirmed his apprehension...
Urdu Advocates Appeal Over Neglect on Constitution Day
A leading Urdu organization has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressing concerns over the lack of acknowledgment of the Urdu language during Constitution Day celebrations held to mark the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution’s adoption. The letter emphasized the importance of Urdu in India’s linguistic and...
India alerts officials after surveillance of consular staff in Canada
The Indian government has raised concerns over the surveillance of its consular officials in Canada, alleging that private communications have been intercepted. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has taken strong action, urging its officials to exercise caution and be mindful of their communications following the disturbing revelations. The...
BJP Wants Shinde as Fadnavis Deputy to Project Unity
Leaders from the Maharashtra Mahayuti alliance, including Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar, met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah late Thursday to discuss the future of the state’s political landscape. The meeting, which took place in Mumbai, has sparked speculation about the direction of the state’s governance...
TMC Differs with INDIA Bloc to Focus on Broader National Issues
Trinamool Congress (TMC) has diverged from the stance of its partners in the INDIA alliance, emphasizing the need to address a spectrum of pressing issues rather than solely focusing on allegations against industrialist Gautam Adani. This development comes as both Houses of Parliament face disruptions over the opposition’s demand...
Canada Bypasses Lower Courts in Nijjar Case, Moves to Supreme Court
The Canadian government has taken significant steps in the legal proceedings concerning the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani separatist, by invoking special powers to transfer the case to the Supreme Court. This move bypasses the lower judiciary, underscoring the gravity and the international attention the case has...
Priyanka Gandhi Denounces Govt Actions in Bangladesh Arrest
The arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a prominent Hindu leader and ISKCON monk in Bangladesh, has sparked widespread outrage and protests across the nation. Known for his advocacy of minority rights, Das was detained near Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka under allegations related to sedition. The incident...
Indore Court Reverses Tribunal Decision on Dewas Cemetery Land
A pivotal legal battle over the ownership and use of disputed cemetery land in Dewas has taken a significant turn with the Indore bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court overturning an earlier ruling by the State Waqf Tribunal. The case, centered on land parcels recorded as kabristan since...
India Strengthens Strategic Edge with Submarine Missile Test
India successfully demonstrated the capabilities of its strategic deterrence with a test of the K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from the nuclear-powered INS Arighaat. The missile, designed for a range of 3,500 kilometers, was launched during an exercise that highlighted advancements in the country’s second-strike capabilities, a cornerstone of...
Ajmer Dargah Petition Sparks Debate Over Historical Identity
A petition challenging the historic identity of Ajmer Sharif Dargah has prompted a legal review, with claims that the revered Sufi shrine was originally a Shiva temple. The court in Ajmer has summoned the dargah’s management committee and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to respond to allegations filed...
