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CJI highlights judiciary’s shared responsibility in case backlog
Chief Justice of India B R Gavai has underscored the joint responsibility of both the Bar and the Bench in addressing the growing backlog of cases in the judicial system. Speaking at the inauguration of the Supreme Court Bar Association lecture series, Justice Gavai focused on the crucial collaboration...
Chief Justice Gavai Warns Against Judicial Overreach
Chief Justice of India B R Gavai made a strong statement on Thursday, asserting that judicial activism should not be allowed to morph into judicial terrorism. His comments came during a crucial presidential reference hearing that raised significant constitutional questions surrounding the extent of the judiciary’s power in relation...
PM Modi Comments on Opposition Youth Leaders and Insecurity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly pointed out the untapped potential of young opposition leaders, particularly those within Congress, during a tea meeting with National Democratic Alliance leaders. According to sources familiar with the discussion, PM Modi highlighted that many of these young leaders possess significant talent but are...
Trump’s Tariff Strategy Hits India Hard Over Oil Trade
US President Donald Trump’s recent announcement of a 50 per cent import duty on oil from India has sparked international concern, marking a sharp escalation in the economic tension between the two countries. This new levy, which compounds the earlier 25 per cent tariffs imposed on Indian goods, is...
Trump Tariffs Lead Retail Giants to Halt Orders from India
President Donald Trump’s newly implemented tariffs, which affect over 90 countries globally, have led major American retailers, including Walmart, Amazon, and Target, to suspend their orders from India. The move, which is seen as a direct consequence of the tariffs’ impact on international trade, has created significant disruptions in...
Delhi CM Assaulted During Public Hearing at Residence
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was assaulted earlier today while hosting a public hearing at her official residence. A man, reportedly in his 40s, approached the CM during the ‘Jansunwai’ session, which allows residents to voice grievances directly to government officials, and launched an unprovoked attack. The assailant, who...
ICSSR Issues Show-Cause Notice to CSDS Over Data Manipulation
The Indian Council of Social Science Research has announced plans to issue a show-cause notice to the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies following allegations of data manipulation. The move comes shortly after psephologist Sanjay Kumar, a prominent member of the CSDS faculty, publicly apologised for an error...
India’s Stance on Taiwan Remains Unchanged Despite Global Tensions
India’s position on Taiwan has not shifted, as the country continues to maintain a relationship with Taiwan centred on economic, technology, and cultural exchanges. This message was reaffirmed by government sources, who indicated that New Delhi’s approach to Taiwan remains consistent, despite growing geopolitical tensions in the region. While...
Opposition criticises government’s legislative push amid Gandhi’s Yatra
Opposition leaders have swiftly condemned the government’s attempt to introduce multiple bills in the Lok Sabha, accusing it of a calculated strategy to divert attention from the ongoing ‘Vote Adhikar Yatra’ led by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The government, through Home Minister Amit Shah, introduced a series of bills...
Tariff Tensions Propel Deeper India–China Engagement
India’s decision to open pathways for increased Chinese investment signals a diplomatic pivot, unfolding as U. S. tariffs escalate to levels that may strain longstanding economic ties. The imposition of up to 50 per cent duties by the United States has intensified pressure on New Delhi, prompting a reassessment...
NDA Nominates CP Radhakrishnan for Vice President
The National Democratic Alliance has formally announced CP Radhakrishnan as its candidate for the Vice President of India. The nomination, which comes ahead of the impending election for the position, has been welcomed by key figures within the NDA, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who praised Radhakrishnan for his...
Mumbai Flooded Offices as Storm-Spurred Red Alert Holds City Hostage
A decree by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has shut all government and semi-government offices in Mumbai today, as the city remains under an unrelenting red alert due to dangerous weather conditions. Heavy precipitation continues to paralyse operations in India’s financial centre, prompting advisories for private enterprises to allow remote...
China Promises to Resolve India’s Supply Bottlenecks
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi assured External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar that Beijing will address India’s critical supply concerns, notably in rare-earth minerals, fertilisers and tunnel-boring machines, underscoring a shift in bilateral dynamics. The pledge comes amid high-level discussions in New Delhi aimed at easing longstanding tension across multiple...
EC-Facing ‘Vote Chori’ Firestorm from Gandhi at Bihar Yatra
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi opened fire on the Election Commission of India during his Voter Adhikar Yatra in Bihar, accusing the commission of colluding with the ruling party to facilitate vote theft. Speaking in Gaya on Monday, 18 August 2025, he lambasted the EC’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral...
Putin Briefs Modi on Alaska Summit Outcomes
Russian President Vladimir Putin placed a call to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 18 August 2025, offering a direct account of his meeting with U. S. President Donald Trump in Alaska. Putin shared key impressions from the summit, aiming to reinforce diplomatic ties and gather international perspectives on the...
Pak Army Chief Warns Taliban, Accuses India of Instability
Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has escalated tensions with both the Afghan Taliban and India, alleging that Islamabad faces growing instability from both fronts. Munir, who recently returned from a visit to the United States, voiced these concerns during a personal conversation with senior Pakistani journalist Sohail...
US Monitors India-Pakistan Tensions Closely, Rubio Says
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has underscored that the United States is closely watching the evolving situation between India and Pakistan, highlighting the importance of stability in the region. In his comments, Rubio emphasized the consistent vigilance of the US on matters related to the South Asian neighbours, a...
Sisodia’s Controversial Statement Stirs Political Firestorm
Manish Sisodia’s fiery remarks, made during a recent speech, have set off a political uproar, drawing sharp reactions from opposition parties ahead of the 2027 elections. The AAP leader’s declaration that the party would use “saam, daam, dand, bhed”—meaning any means necessary, whether truth or lies—to ensure electoral success...
