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Outgoing CEC Criticises Parties for Blaming Commission After Defeats
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, who concluded his tenure on Monday, expressed concern over the increasing tendency of political parties to unfairly blame the Election Commission and its officials following electoral losses. In his farewell address, Kumar highlighted this “disturbing trend” and urged that it be “abandoned soon.” Kumar...
Pawan Kalyan Rebukes Mamata Banerjee’s ‘Mrityu Kumbh’ Comment
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has strongly criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her recent remarks referring to the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj as a “Mrityu Kumbh” or “Death Kumbh.” Kalyan described Banerjee’s comments as “highly inappropriate” and defended the efforts of Uttar...
Privilege Motion Filed Against Suvendu Adhikari
The West Bengal Legislative Assembly has become a battleground of intense political conflict, as a privilege motion was filed against Leader of the Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari, following his suspension alongside three other Bharatiya Janata Party legislators. The motion, introduced by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay, accuses Adhikari of making...
Trump Questions $21 Million U.S. Aid for India’s Voter Turnout
President Donald Trump has expressed strong reservations about a $21 million U.S. aid package designated to enhance voter turnout in India. This development follows the Department of Government Efficiency’s decision to cancel the funding, a move led by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk. During a recent executive order signing at...
Rahul Gandhi Condemns ‘Midnight Appointment’ of New Election Chief
In a move that has ignited political controversy, Gyanesh Kumar has been appointed as India’s 26th Chief Election Commissioner , succeeding Rajiv Kumar. The decision, announced late Monday night, has drawn sharp criticism from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who described the timing as “disrespectful and discourteous.” Gyanesh Kumar, a...
Kirti Azad Foresees Mamata Leading INDIA Bloc
Trinamool Congress Member of Parliament Kirti Azad has launched a scathing critique against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and the Bharatiya Janata Party , accusing them of offering mere “jumlas”—empty promises—and misleading the public. Azad expressed confidence that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee would ascend to the presidency of...
Maharashtra Initiative for Minority Pilgrimage Site Development
The Maharashtra government has announced a comprehensive development programme aimed at enhancing infrastructure and facilities at religious sites and pilgrimage centres associated with minority communities. The State Department of Minority Development has issued a three-page policy directive inviting proposals from district collectors for the development of sites significant to...
Supreme Court Limits Intervention Pleas in Places of Worship Act Challenge
The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over the increasing number of intervention applications in the ongoing legal challenges to the Places of Worship Act, 1991. During a session on Monday, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna emphasized the necessity to restrict such filings, stating, “There is a limit to...
Tesla Embarks on Indian Talent Acquisition Following Modi-Musk Dialogue
Tesla Inc., the American electric vehicle giant, has initiated a recruitment drive in India, signaling a strategic move into one of the world’s largest automotive markets. This development comes on the heels of a meeting between Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Washington, D.C., where...
Interim SC Protection to YouTuber Ranveer
The Supreme Court has granted interim protection from arrest to YouTuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, following multiple First Information Reports filed against him over controversial remarks made during an episode of the YouTube show ‘India’s Got Latent’. The court has also directed that no further FIRs be registered concerning...
Gyanesh Kumar Appointed as CEC Amidst Opposition Dissent
In a decisive move, the selection committee led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appointed Gyanesh Kumar as the new Chief Election Commissioner of India. This appointment comes despite objections from opposition leader Rahul Gandhi, who expressed concerns over the selection process. Gyanesh Kumar, a 1988-batch Indian Administrative Service...
Tamil Nadu Rejects Minister’s Threat Over Language Policy
Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister, MK Stalin, has strongly rebuked Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s statement regarding the withholding of educational funds until the state agrees to adopt the controversial three-language formula of the New Education Policy . Pradhan’s remarks have sparked widespread criticism, with Stalin accusing the Union government...
BJP’s New Plan Aims to Tackle Yamuna Pollution Crisis
Work to tackle the pollution crisis of the Yamuna River commenced on Sunday, as authorities unveiled an ambitious plan to address the severe environmental degradation that has plagued the river for decades. The initiative, which aims to cleanse the river within the next three years, comes after weeks of...
SY Quraishi Denies Claims of Foreign Funding for Voter Turnout
Former Chief Election Commissioner of India, SY Quraishi, has firmly rejected allegations linking him to the use of US government funds to boost voter turnout during his tenure. The controversy emerged following an announcement by the US Department of Government Efficiency , led by billionaire Elon Musk, detailing significant...
Magnitude 4.0 Earthquake Shakes Delhi and NCR
A 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck Delhi and its surrounding areas, with tremors felt across the National Capital Region , on the morning of February 17. The earthquake, which occurred around 10:30 AM, sent residents rushing out of their homes and offices, with reports of buildings swaying in various parts...
Tragedy Strikes New Delhi Railway Station: Stampede Claims 18 Lives
A devastating stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday evening resulted in the deaths of at least 18 individuals and left numerous others injured. The incident occurred as massive crowds gathered on platforms 13 and 14, with passengers amassing within a brief 15 to 20-minute window, leading to...
Rahul Gandhi’s Rating Declines Amidst Political Shifts
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s approval rating has experienced a decline, with 27% of respondents rating his performance as Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha as ‘poor’, according to the latest India Today-CVoter Mood of the Nation survey. This reflects a 3-percentage-point increase from the August 2024 survey, where...
Delhi HC Admits CBI’s Appeal Against A Raja’s Acquittal
The Delhi High Court has granted the Central Bureau of Investigation permission to appeal the acquittal of former telecom minister A Raja and others in the 2G spectrum allocation case. Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma, presiding over the matter, determined that the CBI presented a prima facie case warranting a...
