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Trump Announces Modi’s February Visit Amid Immigration Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit the White House in February. This development follows a recent phone conversation between the two leaders, during which they discussed immigration and trade relations. Trump expressed confidence that Modi would take appropriate action regarding...
Delhi’s Water Woes: CM Atishi Blames BJP-Led States for Yamuna Pollution
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-governed states of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh of deliberately discharging untreated industrial waste into the Yamuna River, exacerbating pollution levels and compromising the capital’s water supply. ((https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/delhi/delhi-cm-atishi-accuses-bjp-of-dirty-politics-amid-pollution-crisis/articleshow/114502620.cms?utm_source=chatgpt.com)) During an inspection of the Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant,...
DMK to Challenge Waqf Amendment Bill in Supreme Court
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has announced its intention to approach the Supreme Court to contest the proposed Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, following the Joint Parliamentary Committee’s (JPC) move to finalize its report on the legislation. DMK Member of Parliament A. Raja, a member of the JPC led by...
JPC Proposes 572 Amendments to Waqf Bill
The Joint Parliamentary Committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill has proposed 572 amendments to the draft legislation, intensifying the ongoing debate between the government and opposition parties. The comprehensive list of suggested changes was distributed late Sunday as the committee, led by BJP leader Jagdambika Pal, approached the final...
Indian Couple’s U.S. Visit Thwarted Amid Heightened Immigration Scrutiny
A couple from India, aiming to visit their children in the United States, was denied entry at a U.S. port of entry, highlighting the intensified immigration measures under the current administration. The couple, holding valid tourist visas, was subjected to prolonged questioning by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)...
Trump’s Deportation Policy Sparks Trade Conflict with Colombia
The United States and Colombia have reached an agreement to avoid an escalating trade dispute caused by Colombia refusing to accept deported migrants on U.S. military flights. President Trump’s administration celebrated the agreement, announcing that Colombia will now accept all illegal aliens deported from the U.S. without limitations. Colombian...
Uttarakhand Pioneers Uniform Civil Code Implementation
Uttarakhand has enacted the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), becoming the first state in independent India to implement such legislation. The UCC standardizes laws related to marriage, divorce, inheritance, and live-in relationships, aiming to provide a consistent legal framework for all residents, irrespective of religion or community. Chief Minister Pushkar...
Indonesian President’s Ancestry Remark Delights Leaders
During his inaugural state visit to India, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto shared a personal anecdote that resonated deeply with his hosts. At a banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu, Subianto revealed that a DNA test had uncovered his Indian ancestry, a revelation that prompted laughter and applause from Prime...
US Supreme Court Clears Tahawwur Rana’s Extradition to India
The United States Supreme Court has dismissed the final legal challenge by Tahawwur Rana, a Canadian national of Pakistani origin, clearing the path for his extradition to India. Rana is sought by Indian authorities for his alleged involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, which resulted in the deaths...
Debate Over Loudspeaker Use at Religious Sites Heats Up
Mumbai is witnessing a resurgence of debate over the use of loudspeakers at religious sites, with Hindu activists urging authorities to enforce the Supreme Court’s directives on noise pollution. They argue that the continued use of loudspeakers, particularly during early morning hours, disrupts daily life and contravenes legal guidelines....
Waqf Bill JPC members suspended amid turmoil
A parliamentary panel session on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, descended into disorder on Friday, leading to the suspension of ten opposition members. The Joint Parliamentary Committee’s chairman, Jagdambika Pal, accused these members of disruptive conduct, including the use of unparliamentary language, which necessitated the adjournment of proceedings twice....
Umar Farooq Denounces Waqf Act Amendments as Threat to Autonomy
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, the head of the Mutahida Majlis-E-Ulema (MMU) in Jammu and Kashmir, has expressed strong opposition to the proposed amendments in the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. In a written submission to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC), the MMU emphasized that the suggested changes pose a significant threat...
Senior Advocates Urge CJI to Initiate CBI Probe Against Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav
Thirteen senior advocates have formally requested Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna to direct the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to register a First Information Report (FIR) against Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court. The advocates’ letter highlights a speech delivered by Justice Yadav at...
US Supreme Court Approves Extradition of 26/11 Accused Tahawwur Rana to India
The United States Supreme Court has authorized the extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman, to India for his alleged involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. This decision marks a significant development in the pursuit of justice for the 166 victims of the attacks. Rana, 63,...
Bombay HC Orders Action on Loudspeaker Noise
The Bombay High Court has mandated law enforcement agencies to promptly address noise pollution complaints stemming from religious establishments. A bench comprising Justices Ajey Gadkari and Kamal Khata emphasized that the use of loudspeakers is not an essential component of any religion and should not infringe upon public peace....
Rahul Gandhi Faces Backlash Over Netaji’s Death Date Mention
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 128th birth anniversary has ignited controversy due to the inclusion of a disputed death date. In a social media post, Gandhi honored Bose’s legacy, stating his lifespan as January 23, 1897 – August 18, 1945. This specific...
Judge Blocks Trump’s Order on Birthright Citizenship
A federal judge in Seattle has temporarily halted President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship in the United States. District Judge John C. Coughenour, appointed by President Ronald Reagan, labeled the order as “blatantly unconstitutional,” referencing the 14th Amendment, which guarantees citizenship to all individuals born...
Indian Students in U.S. Abandon Part-Time Jobs Amid Deportation Concerns
Indian students pursuing higher education in the United States are discontinuing their part-time employment due to apprehensions about potential deportation under the current administration’s stringent immigration policies. These students, holding F-1 visas, are permitted to work up to 20 hours per week on-campus. However, to manage living expenses such...
