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Court Declines to Classify Ram Janmabhoomi Trust as Public Authority
The Delhi High Court has declined to entertain a petition seeking to designate the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust as a public authority under the Right to Information Act. This decision maintains the trust’s exemption from mandatory information disclosure under the RTI framework. The petition, filed by Neeraj...
Kejriwal Accuses BJP, Police of Intimidating AAP Workers
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has lodged a formal complaint with the Election Commission of India , alleging that members of the Bharatiya Janata Party and personnel from the Delhi Police are systematically harassing volunteers of the Aam Aadmi Party in the lead-up to the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections....
Justice Roy Reflects on PM Modi’s Ganpati Puja Visit to CJI’s Residence
Justice Hrishikesh Roy, who retired from the Supreme Court on Saturday, addressed the controversy surrounding Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s attendance at a Ganpati Puja celebration hosted by then Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud. In an interview, Justice Roy remarked, “The incident was a private function of the Chief...
Supreme Court Reviews Plea for Enhanced Safety at Maha Kumbh
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a Public Interest Litigation today, seeking the implementation of stringent safety measures for the ongoing Maha Kumbh festival in Prayagraj. This legal action follows a tragic stampede on January 29 that resulted in the deaths of at least 30 pilgrims and injuries...
Kharge Accuses Kejriwal of Defaming Congress with Baseless Allegations
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has intensified his criticism of Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal, alleging that Kejriwal has been making unfounded accusations to tarnish the image of the Congress party. Addressing a rally in Delhi, Kharge stated, “Arvind Kejriwal came to you in the guise of votes, abusing...
Trump signals new tariffs on European Union imports
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose tariffs on goods from the European Union, following his decision to raise tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China. The move could mark the next phase in his aggressive trade policies, as he aims to address what he considers unfair trade...
Delhi Election Commission Refutes Kejriwal’s Allegations of Harassment
Delhi’s Election Commission has dismissed claims made by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, accusing Bharatiya Janata Party workers of harassing members of the Aam Aadmi Party during the ongoing municipal elections. The allegations, which surfaced in a series of statements and social media posts, were rejected by the Commission after...
Jaishankar says he feels shame over Delhi when going abroad
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has voiced strong criticism of Delhi’s current administration, expressing embarrassment over the city’s lack of basic amenities. Addressing the South Indian community in Delhi, Jaishankar stated, “Whenever I visit foreign countries, I hide one thing from the world. I feel ashamed to go abroad...
Assam Chief Minister Rebukes Rahul Gandhi’s Budget Critique
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has sharply criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on the Union Budget 2024, asserting that Gandhi possesses “zero knowledge” of economic matters. Sarma emphasized that the budget is poised to bolster the nation’s growth and urged the Congress party to recognize its advantages...
Ganga Aarti Suspended Until Feb 5: Overcrowding
Authorities in Varanasi have suspended the daily Ganga Aarti at the city’s ghats for the general public until February 5, citing concerns over overwhelming crowds. This decision comes as a significant number of devotees, returning from the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, converge on Varanasi, leading to unprecedented congestion....
Court Orders Police Security for College’s Saraswati Puja
The Calcutta High Court has directed the Kolkata Police to provide security for the Saraswati Puja at Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri Law College, following allegations that students faced threats from outsiders attempting to prevent the celebration. Justice Jay Sengupta ordered the removal of an unauthorized structure obstructing the main building...
Immigration Checks in Gurdwaras Outrage US Sikhs
Law enforcement officials from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security have initiated visits to gurdwaras in New York and New Jersey to identify undocumented immigrants. This action has elicited strong objections from Sikh organizations, which perceive these measures as violations of their sacred spaces. Following President Donald Trump’s inauguration...
Mehbooba Appeals to State Leaders to Stop Waqf Act Amendments
PDP President Mehbooba Mufti has reached out to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, urging them to oppose the proposed amendments to the Waqf Act. In her communication, Mufti contends that the amendments infringe upon the religious and constitutional rights of Muslims...
Supreme Court Declines to Intervene in Temple VIP Entry Dispute
The Supreme Court has declined to issue directives on a plea challenging the preferential treatment accorded to VIPs in temples across the country. A bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, Justice Hrishikesh Roy, and Justice Sanjay Kumar expressed agreement that no special treatment should be granted for temple entries...
Khalistani elements incited Manipur communities: Centre
A banned Khalistani outfit led by Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, who was designated as a terrorist by India in July 2020, has been accused of inciting Muslims, Tamils, and Christians in Manipur to secede from India, according to a background note prepared by intelligence agencies. This note was included in...
Trudeau’s Claims Against India Exposed by Canadian Report
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s accusations against India, alleging its involvement in the killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada, have faced significant scrutiny following the release of a report from a Canadian commission. The report has revealed that Trudeau’s claims lacked credible evidence, a revelation that has...
Tamil Nadu to challenge SC reservation ruling
The Tamil Nadu government has announced plans to file a review petition against the Supreme Court’s recent verdict that ruled domicile-based reservations in specialized postgraduate medical courses, including government-run institutions, are unconstitutional. This move follows a strong response from Tamil Nadu’s political leaders, who assert that the judgment undermines...
Congress Points to Economic Troubles Ahead of Budget 2025
As the Union Budget 2025 approaches, the Congress Party has sharply criticised the government’s management of the economy, highlighting what they term as a period of economic distress. Senior Congress leader and former Finance Minister, P. Chidambaram, led the charge, accusing the government of failing to address key economic...
