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Delhi Court Summons Lalu Prasad Yadav and Family
A Delhi court has summoned former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav, his wife Rabri Devi, and their children—Tejashwi Yadav, Tej Pratap Yadav, Misa Bharti, and Hema Yadav—in connection with the alleged land-for-jobs scam. Special Judge Vishal Gogne directed the family to appear before the court on March 11....
Supreme Court Reinstates RJD Legislator
The Supreme Court has overturned the expulsion of Rashtriya Janata Dal Member of the Legislative Council Sunil Kumar Singh from the Bihar Legislative Council, deeming the action “excessive and disproportionate.” Singh was expelled in July 2024 following allegations of making derogatory remarks against Chief Minister Nitish Kumar during a...
Delhi’s new CM says coffers empty
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has accused the previous Aam Aadmi Party administration of depleting the public exchequer, asserting that her government will fulfill its promise of providing ₹2,500 monthly financial assistance to women in the capital. citeturn0search1 Addressing a press conference alongside Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva, Gupta...
DMK Activists Deface Hindi Signage Amid Language Policy Dispute
In Tamil Nadu, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam activists have defaced Hindi text on government signboards at various locations, including railway stations and post offices. This action is a protest against the National Education Policy’s three-language formula, which the DMK contends imposes Hindi on non-Hindi-speaking states. The incidents occurred at Pollachi...
US Aligns with Russia in UN Vote on Ukraine Conflict
The United States has taken an unexpected stance by aligning with Russia in a United Nations General Assembly vote concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This development has introduced new complexities into international diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the crisis. In a session held at the UN headquarters, a...
14 CAG reports to be presented in Delhi assembly today
The Delhi Assembly is set to present 14 pending reports from the Comptroller and Auditor General today, scrutinising the performance of the previous Aam Aadmi Party government. This move by the newly formed Bharatiya Janata Party administration, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, aims to address alleged financial irregularities...
Court Orders Verification in Swati Maliwal Corruption Case
A Delhi court has directed the verification of medical documents submitted by Barkha Singh, the complainant in the corruption case against former Delhi Commission for Women chairperson Swati Maliwal. Singh’s counsel sought an exemption from her court appearance, citing health issues. The case centers on alleged recruitment irregularities during...
CPI-M Reassesses Modi Government’s Classification
The Communist Party of India has revised its stance on the characterization of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration. In a draft political resolution circulated to state units, the party asserts that while the Bharatiya Janata Party -led government exhibits “neo-fascistic characteristics,” it does not warrant the label of...
USAID Allocates $750 Million for Seven Indian Projects in FY2023-24
The United States Agency for International Development has committed approximately $750 million to seven developmental projects in India during the fiscal year 2023-24, as detailed in the latest annual report from the Ministry of Finance. This substantial investment underscores the ongoing collaboration between the U.S. and India in various...
FIRs Against 140 Social Media Accounts for Misleading Maha Kumbh Content
Authorities in Prayagraj have registered 13 First Information Reports against 140 social media accounts accused of disseminating misleading information about the ongoing Maha Kumbh festival. Deputy Inspector General of Police Vaibhav Krishna confirmed the legal actions, emphasizing the commitment to maintaining the event’s integrity and public safety. The Uttar...
BJP Karnataka Leadership Turmoil Intensifies
The internal discord within the Karnataka unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party has escalated, following the issuance of a show-cause notice to senior leader Basanagouda Patil Yatnal by the party’s central disciplinary committee. Despite this disciplinary action, Yatnal and his supporters remain steadfast in their demand for a leadership...
Punjab Teachers Decry Manish Sisodia’s ‘Unauthorized’ School Visits
The Democratic Teachers Front in Punjab has voiced strong objections to former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia’s inspections of government schools across the state. The teachers’ organization has labeled these visits as ‘unauthorized’ and an unwarranted intrusion into Punjab’s educational affairs. DTF Punjab President Vikram Dev Singh expressed...
Atishi Appointed as Delhi Assembly’s First Female Leader of Opposition
In a significant political development, former Chief Minister Atishi has been appointed as the Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Assembly. The decision was made during a legislative meeting of all Aam Aadmi Party Members of the Legislative Assembly on Sunday, attended by AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal and the...
Tamil Nadu Congress Leaders Seek Gandhi Siblings’ Intervention
A delegation of senior Tamil Nadu Congress leaders has approached Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in New Delhi, seeking their intervention to resolve escalating internal disputes within the state’s party unit. The delegation’s visit underscores the intensifying factionalism that has plagued the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee in recent...
AICC’s Firm Stance Leaves Shashi Tharoor in Limbo
The All India Congress Committee has adopted a resolute position regarding Congress Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor’s role within the party. Despite Tharoor’s attempts to seek clarity and express grievances, party leadership, including Rahul Gandhi, has refrained from addressing his concerns, leading to growing dissatisfaction and uncertainty about his...
Unprecedented Crowds Challenge Authorities in Prayagraj and Ayodhya
The Maha Kumbh Mela of 2025 has drawn an overwhelming influx of devotees to the cities of Prayagraj and Ayodhya, presenting significant challenges in crowd management and public safety. As the festival approaches its conclusion on February 26, authorities are intensifying efforts to maintain order amid the surging numbers....
Karnataka maintains Hijab ban in schools pending SC verdict
The Karnataka government has announced that the prohibition on wearing hijabs in educational institutions will remain in effect as the issue awaits resolution in the Supreme Court. State School Education and Literacy Minister Madhu Bangarappa confirmed this decision during a press briefing ahead of the upcoming Secondary School Leaving...
Stalin warns Centre of halting contributions
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has intensified his criticism of the Union government’s National Education Policy and the associated devolution of funds. Addressing a public gathering in Cuddalore, Stalin declared that his administration could swiftly decide to withhold taxes collected from the state that are remitted to the...
