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New SEBI Chief Prioritises Incremental Reforms
Tuhin Kanta Pandey, the newly appointed chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India , has outlined his vision for the regulatory body’s future, emphasising the efficacy of incremental reforms over large-scale changes. In his inaugural public address since assuming office on 1 March 2025, Pandey underscored the...
Supreme Court Issues Notices in Goa MLAs’ Defection Case
The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly and eight MLAs who defected from the Congress to the Bharatiya Janata Party in 2022. This action comes in response to a petition filed by former Goa Congress chief Girish Chodankar, challenging the Speaker’s decision...
Shama Mohamed’s Remarks on Mathematics Stir Debate
Congress leader Shama Mohamed’s assertion that mathematics was introduced to humankind through Islam has sparked a fierce political and academic debate. Her comments, made in an interview with news agency ANI, have drawn sharp reactions from the Bharatiya Janata Party and ignited widespread discussions over the origins of mathematical...
Cong blasts ‘Surveillance State’ provisions in tax law
The Congress party has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration of transforming India into a “surveillance state” through amendments to the income-tax law that allegedly grant tax officials unfettered access to individuals’ digital communications and financial data. The party contends that these changes permit authorities to intrude into citizens’...
Aiyar says he always wanted to mentor Rahul Gandhi
Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has opened up about his long-standing willingness to mentor Rahul Gandhi, despite the latter’s clear reluctance to accept any guidance. Aiyar, in a candid interview, shared that for over two decades, he has offered his wisdom and experience to the young Congress leader,...
US Supreme Court Rejects Rana’s Plea
The United States Supreme Court has denied Tahawwur Rana’s plea to halt his extradition to India, where he faces charges related to the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. This decision removes a significant obstacle to his transfer to Indian authorities. Rana, a 64-year-old Canadian national of Pakistani origin, was arrested...
Delhi High Court halts suspension of 17 JMI students
The Delhi High Court has intervened in the case of 17 Jamia Millia Islamia students who were suspended for their involvement in campus protests, issuing a stay on the suspension orders. This decision comes as part of the ongoing dispute between the students and university authorities, following protests held...
Prashant Kishor Predicts End of Nitish Tenure
Political strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor has forecasted a significant shift in Bihar’s political landscape, asserting that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will not secure a fifth consecutive term, irrespective of his political alliances. Kishor, addressing a press conference in West Champaran, Bihar, emphasized that Kumar’s diminishing popularity would impede his continuation...
Aiyer gives BJP a big stick to beat Cong
Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar’s remarks on the educational qualifications of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi have ignited a fresh political row, providing ammunition for the Bharatiya Janata Party to target the Congress party. The comments, made during a recent interaction, quickly gained widespread attention after BJP IT...
Unregistered Madrasas Sealed in Dehradun in Crackdown
Authorities in Dehradun have sealed 11 madrasas following a directive from the district administration on February 28, citing their failure to register with the state madrasa board or the education department. This action is part of a broader initiative to ensure educational institutions adhere to legal and regulatory standards....
Kejriwal’s Convoy for Vipassana Retreat Draws Criticism
Arvind Kejriwal, the Aam Aadmi Party leader and former Chief Minister of Delhi, has embarked on a 10-day Vipassana meditation retreat in Punjab’s Hoshiarpur district. His arrival, accompanied by a notably large convoy, has sparked criticism from various quarters, including political opponents and members of his own party. Kejriwal,...
Court Designates Sambhal’s Shahi Masjid as ‘Disputed’
The Allahabad High Court has officially referred to the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal as a “disputed structure,” intensifying the ongoing legal dispute over the site’s historical and religious significance. This designation came during a hearing on a petition filed by the mosque’s management committee, which sought permission to...
Supreme Court Asks EC on Disqualification Periods
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to respond to a query regarding the reduction or removal of disqualification periods for lawmakers following convictions in criminal cases. This move follows concerns about the EC’s discretionary power in altering disqualification periods set by law. The case, which emerged from...
Palaniswami Comment Fuels AIADMK-BJP Alliance Speculation
AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami’s recent remarks have ignited discussions regarding the party’s potential alliances ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. When questioned about a possible collaboration with the Bharatiya Janata Party , Palaniswami responded, “Wait for six months,” suggesting that a decision on alliances would...
Stalin urges BJP to prioritise Tamil language
M.K. Stalin, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, has once again called on the Bharatiya Janata Party to move beyond symbolic gestures and take meaningful steps to support the Tamil language and culture. His remarks, made during an address on Wednesday, targeted the central government’s stance on linguistic matters,...
Delhi High Court Halts Suspension of 17 JMI Students
The Delhi High Court has intervened in the case of 17 Jamia Millia Islamia students who were suspended for participating in protests on campus. The court’s decision temporarily halts their suspension, allowing them to return to the university. It also ordered the university to establish a committee, under the...
RSS Chief’s Arunachal Visit Sparks Controversy
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s four-day visit to Arunachal Pradesh has ignited controversy, with the state’s Congress committee labeling the timing as “doubtful, questionable and objectionable.” This visit occurs against a backdrop of escalating religious tensions, particularly concerning the proposed implementation of the Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion...
Protests Against Bengal Education Minister turn violent
Violent clashes erupted across West Bengal on Monday as activists from various Leftist student groups and the Trinamool Congress Chhatra Parishad confronted each other during a strike organised by the Students’ Federation of India , the student wing of the Communist Party of India . The strike was called...
