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Paswan Applauds Cancellation of Lateral Entry as Govt Commitment
The Modi government has taken a significant step by annulling the latest lateral recruitment process conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Union Minister Chirag Paswan expressed strong approval of this decision, underscoring the administration’s dedication to upholding reservations for Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and Other...
Centre Revises Lateral Entry Policy Following Political Backlash
The government has made significant changes to its lateral entry policy, which initially aimed to bring in domain experts from the private sector into top civil service roles. The revisions follow mounting pressure from both a key ally and opposition parties, who have criticized the policy as undermining the...
SEBI Chief’s Link to Blackstone Raises Ethical Concerns
SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch is facing scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest due to her husband’s advisory role with Blackstone Inc., a leading private equity firm. The situation has sparked concerns within financial circles, particularly in light of SEBI’s recent moves in promoting Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs),...
Siddaramaiah Seeks High Court Relief Against Governor’s Prosecution Nod
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has approached the High Court to challenge the recent approval granted by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot for his prosecution in connection with alleged irregularities related to land allocation by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA). The case, which has sparked significant political tension in the state,...
CBI Veterans Lead Investigation in Kolkata Doctor’s Rape-Murder Case
Two of the Central Bureau of Investigation’s (CBI) top officers, Sampat Meena and Seema Pahuja, have taken charge of the high-profile investigation into the rape and murder of a young doctor in Kolkata. The case has gained significant attention due to the brutal nature of the crime and the...
BJP Raises Concerns Over Bengal’s SIT on RG Kar Incident
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has voiced strong objections to the West Bengal government’s decision to form a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the tragic death of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. The incident, which involved the alleged rape and murder...
Paswan Criticizes Lateral Entry, Calls for Dialogue
The Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) leader Chirag Paswan has openly criticized the lateral entry scheme introduced by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) under the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government. This initiative, which seeks to bring experts and specialists into the Indian bureaucracy, has sparked concerns among political...
BJP Positioned as Largest Party in Maharashtra Opinion Poll
Maharashtra’s political landscape is shifting as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerges as the single largest party in the state, according to the latest Times Now opinion poll. The BJP is projected to lead in the upcoming Vidhan Sabha elections, reflecting growing public support for the party’s governance and...
Supreme Court to Hear Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder Case Today
A Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud is scheduled to hear a critical plea today concerning the brutal rape and murder of a young trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, leading to nationwide protests...
Ram Mandir Float at NYC Parade Sparks Outrage
A planned float featuring the Ram Mandir at New York City’s India Day Parade has ignited significant controversy, with various community groups decrying it as a symbol of religious intolerance. The float, depicting the recently inaugurated Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, India, has been criticized by organizations such as the...
Siddaramaiah Stands Firm Amid BJP Push for Prosecution
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has affirmed his decision to remain in office despite escalating political pressure following a significant move by Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot. The Governor recently approved a request to prosecute Siddaramaiah over allegations related to corruption, intensifying the political showdown between Siddaramaiah’s government and the Bharatiya...
Narayana Murthy Advocates Hard Work on Population Crisis
Narayana Murthy, the founder of Infosys, has stirred up conversation with his comments regarding India’s population growth and work ethic. During a public discussion, Murthy emphasized that India has not given “enough attention” to the critical issue of population control. He pointed out that unchecked population growth could lead...
Supreme Court to Hear Kolkata Doctor’s Rape-Murder Case Amid Public Outcry
The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a crucial case on Tuesday concerning the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. This case, which has ignited widespread protests across West Bengal, has drawn significant national...
Cong Faces Scrutiny Over Lateral Entry Amid Rahul’s Critique
BJP leaders have intensified their critique of the Congress party’s stance on lateral entry into government services following recent remarks by Rahul Gandhi. Gandhi had previously condemned the practice, which allows private sector professionals to enter government roles without traditional recruitment processes, arguing that it undermines meritocracy and traditional...
Champai Soren’s Delhi Visit Fuels Speculation of BJP Move
Champai Soren, a prominent leader of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and former Chief Minister of Jharkhand, arrived in Delhi today, igniting widespread speculation about a potential shift to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). His visit comes at a critical time, as political observers and party insiders are closely...
Harbhajan Singh’s “Call For Justice, Introspection” To Mamata
Former Indian cricketer and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Harbhajan Singh today wrote a letter to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, expressing his “deep anguish” over the delay in justice for the Kolkata rape and murder victim. His letter comes over a week after a 31-year-old trainee doctor...
Soren’s Delhi Visit Triggers Speculation of BJP Shift
Champai Soren, a prominent figure within Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and a former Chief Minister of Jharkhand, has sparked a wave of political speculation with his visit to Delhi today. As a senior leader within the party, his movements are closely watched, and the timing of his visit has...
Swamy Seeks Court’s Intervention on Rahul Gandhi’s Citizenship Status
BJP leader Subramanian Swamy has approached the Delhi High Court, urging it to compel the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to expedite its decision regarding the citizenship status of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Swamy’s petition, filed through his lawyer Satya Sabharwal, argues that despite the passage of over five...
