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Venture Capitalist Decries ‘Injustice’ Faced by H-1B Visa Holders’ Children
A prominent Indian-origin venture capitalist has voiced concerns over the challenges confronting children of H-1B visa holders in the United States, particularly in light of President Donald Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship. This policy shift, effective January 20, 2025, marks a significant departure from the long-standing principle that...
SC Upholds Bail for NCP’s Chhagan Bhujbal in Money Laundering Case
The Supreme Court dismissed the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) petition challenging the bail granted to Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Chhagan Bhujbal in a money laundering case. The bench, comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan, stated that since the bail was granted in 2018, there was no justification...
RSS Chief Undermining India’s Independence: Cong
The Congress party has intensified its criticism of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat, alleging that his remarks undermine India’s independence movement and the Constitution. This development comes as the party prepares for its ‘Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan’ rally in Belagavi, Karnataka. On January 14, 2025,...
Halal Certification of Non-Meat Products Questioned in Supreme Court
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Uttar Pradesh government, raised concerns in the Supreme Court on Monday regarding the halal certification of non-meat products, including items such as cement and iron bars. He questioned the necessity of such certifications and the financial implications for consumers who do not adhere...
Kejriwal Warns: Voting for BJP Will End Free Services in Delhi
Addressing a gathering in Delhi, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal urged residents to avoid voting for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the upcoming Assembly elections, cautioning that such a choice could lead to the discontinuation of essential free services provided by his administration. He emphasized...
Maha Kumbh Fire: CM Yogi Adityanath Assesses Damage at Prayagraj Site
A fire erupted at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Sunday, leading to the destruction of approximately 70 huts and 10 tents. The incident occurred in Sector 19, specifically at the Gita Press camp, and was reportedly triggered by successive liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder explosions....
Trump Vows Immediate Immigration Overhaul at Washington Rally
On January 19, 2025, President-elect Donald Trump addressed thousands of supporters at a “Make America Great Again Victory Rally” in Washington, D.C., pledging to implement stringent immigration policies upon taking office. The event, held at the Capital One Arena, showcased Trump’s commitment to fulfilling his campaign promises, emphasizing a...
JD(U) Accuses Rahul Gandhi of Hypocrisy on Caste Census
The Janata Dal (United) has accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of hypocrisy regarding the caste census, highlighting his silence during discussions led by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in INDIA bloc meetings. JD(U) working president and Member of Parliament Sanjay Jha stated that Gandhi remained silent when Kumar advocated...
IIT Madras Director’s Remarks on Cow Urine Spark Controversy
A video featuring V. Kamakoti, Director of the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, extolling the medicinal virtues of cow urine has ignited a wave of criticism from political and social circles. The footage, captured during a Maatu Pongal celebration at a Go Samrakshana Sala in Chennai on January 15,...
Sisodia Rebuts BJP’s ‘Sheesh Mahal’ Allegation
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia has countered the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) allegations regarding the opulence of former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s official residence, referred to by the BJP as ‘Sheesh Mahal’. Sisodia pointed to the ₹2,700 crore expenditure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official residence,...
Andhra CM Announces New Rule for Local Body Poll Candidates
The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh has unveiled a significant policy change that will affect the eligibility criteria for candidates contesting local body elections in the state. According to the new regulation, only couples with more than two children will be eligible to stand for election in local bodies...
ED Criticised for Incomplete Response in Liquor Scam Bail Hearing
A law officer’s unexpected criticism of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for submitting a “half-baked” reply during a Supreme Court bail hearing has drawn attention to procedural lapses in the high-profile Chhattisgarh liquor scam case. The officer later clarified the remark as a miscommunication, urging the court to proceed with...
BJP Faces Internal Pressure Over Spokesperson’s Controversial Remarks
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla has issued a public apology following backlash over his comments during a televised debate, which were perceived as derogatory towards Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Rituraj Jha’s surname. The incident has prompted calls from within the BJP and its allies for...
Rahul Criticizes Govt Over AIIMS Patients’ Plight
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the areas surrounding the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi on Thursday night, where numerous patients and their families have been residing on roads, footpaths, and subways while awaiting medical treatment. During his visit, Gandhi interacted with these individuals, inquiring about...
BJP Challenges Unexplained Surge in Kejriwal’s Income
Delhi BJP President Virendraa Sachdeva has raised concerns over a significant increase in Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal’s income during the 2020-21 fiscal year, a period marked by the global COVID-19 pandemic. According to Sachdeva, Kejriwal’s income escalated from ₹1,57,823 in 2019-20 to ₹44,90,040 in 2020-21, indicating...
Secularism, Socialism, and Nationalism Off in B’desh Statute
The Constitution Reform Commission of Bangladesh has submitted a report to interim government leader Muhammad Yunus, recommending the removal of secularism, socialism, and nationalism as fundamental state principles. This proposal suggests replacing these tenets with equality, human dignity, social justice, pluralism, and democracy. Established following the ousting of former...
SGPC Urges Punjab CM to Ban Kangana Ranaut’s ‘Emergency’
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has called upon Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to prohibit the screening of Kangana Ranaut’s film ‘Emergency’ in Punjab, citing concerns over historical distortions and potential harm to Sikh sentiments. SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami, in a letter to the Chief Minister, emphasized that...
ED Seizes Assets Worth Over ₹440 Cr from Former Kwality Promoters
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached assets totaling ₹442.85 crore in Delhi, Haryana, and Punjab, linked to former promoters of dairy giant Kwality Ltd., Sanjay Dhingra and Siddhant Gupta. The attached properties include a 12,000-square-yard farmhouse in DLF Chhatarpur, residential properties in Vasant Vihar and Punjabi Bagh in...
