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Sonia Gandhi criticises BJP for undermining the Constitution
Sonia Gandhi, chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party, has launched a scathing attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, accusing the party of mounting an assault on India’s Constitution. Gandhi expressed concerns that the BJP, along with its ideological affiliate, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, is actively eroding the democratic...
Mamata Banerjee and BJP Clash Over Bengali Language
A wave of controversy erupted following an August 3 letter by the Delhi Police that referred to Bengali, or Bangla, as a “Bangladeshi language.” Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee quickly condemned the statement as “scandalous, insulting, anti-national, and unconstitutional,” sparking a heated political debate. The letter, issued by Delhi...
NDA Struggles to Find Consensus for Vice-Presidential Candidate
The National Democratic Alliance is grappling with internal disagreements as it attempts to select a candidate for the forthcoming vice-presidential election. With the Election Commission having formally begun the election process, political parties are preparing for what could be a fiercely contested race. The NDA, which traditionally has been...
Puri and Fadnavis Defend India’s Economy Amid Criticism
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis have vigorously countered claims that India’s economy is struggling, asserting that the nation’s economic foundation is “strong, steady, and resilient.” Their statements came in the wake of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s comments, which echoed former US President Donald...
Funeral Held for Pahalgam Terrorist Amid Controversy
The village of Charwah in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir witnessed the ‘Janaza-Ghaib’, or funeral in absentia, of Tahir Habib, one of the militants involved in the deadly attack during Operation Mahadev in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22. This marks the second confirmation of Pakistan’s involvement in the operation that...
Karnataka Minister Engages Top IT Firms After Job Cuts
Karnataka’s labour minister Santosh Lad is set to launch a comprehensive outreach initiative aimed at strengthening ties with major IT companies following the significant job cuts at Tata Consultancy Services. The initiative comes in response to the widespread layoffs affecting thousands of workers in the sector, which has sparked...
India Faces Rising Oil Import Costs Amid US Pressure
India could see a sharp increase in its annual oil import bill, potentially by USD 9-11 billion, if it is forced to reduce its reliance on Russian crude in response to growing US demands and the threat of additional tariffs or penalties on Indian exports. The country, the world’s...
Five Lashkar-e-Taiba Militants Killed in Kulgam Clash
An intense overnight encounter in Kulgam, South Kashmir, resulted in the death of five militants linked to the Lashkar-e-Taiba terror group. The operation, which involved the Indian Army, Central Reserve Police Force, and Jammu and Kashmir Police, unfolded late Friday evening in the Akhal area and extended into the...
Election Commission Dismisses Rahul Gandhi’s Allegations
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s claim of uncovering an “atom bomb” of evidence against the Election Commission of India over alleged manipulation of voter lists has been dismissed by the ECI as “baseless and irresponsible.” Gandhi, addressing the media outside Parliament, asserted that his party had uncovered significant discrepancies within...
Rahul Gandhi’s EC Bomb Draws BJP Fire
Rahul Gandhi has launched a sharp critique against the Election Commission, accusing it of complicity in electoral malpractice and threatening consequences for its officials. Gandhi’s comments have sparked significant political reactions. The allegations, which centre around accusations of “vote theft,” have reverberated across political circles, intensifying the already charged...
Bangladesh Secures Landmark Tariff Agreement with US
Bangladesh’s trade negotiators have achieved a significant milestone by securing a vital tariff agreement with the United States. The deal, described as a decisive diplomatic victory by Chief Adviser of Bangladesh’s Interim Government, Muhammad Yunus, marks a breakthrough in the country’s trade relations with the US. This agreement has...
Court Grants Karti Chidambaram Permission for Europe Trip
A Delhi court has granted permission to Congress leader Karti Chidambaram, facing charges in connection with high-profile corruption and money laundering cases, to travel to Europe. The decision comes despite the ongoing investigations into his alleged involvement in the Aircel Maxis and INX Media scandals. The court’s ruling has...
Rijiju Reacts to Disruption in Rajya Sabha Sessions
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju addressed the disruptions in Rajya Sabha, where some Members of Parliament moved aggressively to block proceedings. Rijiju clarified that the responsibility to maintain order lies with the respective Chairpersons of both Houses of Parliament, not with the government. The minister highlighted that the marshals’...
Trump ‘Hails’ India ‘Halting Russian Oil Purchase’
US President Donald Trump commented on the possibility of India halting its oil imports from Russia, calling it a “good move” if the reports are accurate. However, he expressed uncertainty about the veracity of the news, stating, “I heard that India is not going to buy oil from Russia...
SC Bars Delay in Framing Charges Against Lalu Prasad
A bench of the Supreme Court composed of Justices M. M. Sundresh and N. Kotiswar Singh declined an application by Lalu Prasad seeking to delay the framing of charges by a Delhi trial court in the land-for-jobs scam linked to his tenure as Railway Minister between 2004 and 2009. The court...
US Targets India‑based Chemical Traders in Sanctions Sweep
United States moves to sanction six India‑based firms accused of dealing in Iranian petroleum and petrochemical goods, freezing any U. S. assets they hold and barring them from transactions with U. S. persons or businesses. The measures form part of a broader designation covering 20 entities worldwide deemed to...
Operatives Behind Pahalgam Massacre Eliminated After Months of Intelligence Pursuit
Security forces killed the three men held responsible for the April 22 Pahalgam massacre after a meticulously coordinated counter-terror operation informed by intelligence intercepts and forensic confirmation. The men, confirmed as Pakistani nationals linked to Lashkar‑e‑Taiba via The Resistance Front, had evaded capture for over three months before being located...
Opposition Protests Delay Operation Sindoor Debate
The highly anticipated parliamentary debate on Operation Sindoor has been delayed amid fierce protests from the Opposition. The session, which was initially scheduled to begin at noon, faced an impasse following a new demand from opposition leaders and a likely refusal from the government. The disagreement has led to...
