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UK Report Identifies Hindu Nationalism as Extremist Threat
A confidential Home Office report has surfaced, highlighting new forms of extremism that pose potential threats to the United Kingdom’s national security. The document, disclosed to the think tank Policy Exchange, enumerates nine emerging extremist ideologies warranting attention: Islamist extremism, extreme right-wing, extreme misogyny, pro-Khalistan extremism, Hindu nationalist extremism,...
Trump Admin Halts U.S. Aid to Pakistan
The United States has suspended foreign assistance to Pakistan following an executive order by President Donald Trump, leading to the cessation of multiple development initiatives across various sectors. An official at the U.S. Consulate in Karachi confirmed the pause, stating that the aid is under re-evaluation as per the...
Seer says Sanatan Dharma needs no external representation
Jagadguru Rambhadracharya, a prominent figure in the Ramananda sect, has firmly stated that Sanatan Dharma requires no external representation or governing body. In a recent discourse, he emphasized the self-sufficiency of the faith, asserting its inherent strength and autonomy. Addressing the issue of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir , the Jagadguru declared...
Akhilesh, Mamata Rally Behind Kejriwal
As Delhi approaches its assembly elections on February 5, the political landscape is witnessing significant shifts. Prominent figures such as Akhilesh Yadav and Mamata Banerjee have declared their support for Arvind Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party , while the Bharatiya Janata Party raises concerns over these emerging alliances. Akhilesh Yadav,...
Domicile-Based Reservations in PG Medical Courses Unconstitutional
The Supreme Court has invalidated domicile-based reservations for postgraduate medical admissions within state quotas, deeming them a violation of Article 14 of the Constitution, which guarantees the right to equality. This landmark decision mandates that admissions to PG medical courses under state quotas be determined solely on merit, as...
Supreme Court Dismisses Plea on Adani-Hindenburg Listing
On Monday, the Supreme Court dismissed an application filed by advocate Vishal Tiwari, challenging the registrar’s decision to decline the listing of his previous application concerning the Hindenburg-Adani group controversy. The bench, led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, upheld the registrar’s order, stating that the application lacked sufficient grounds...
India Reassesses Aid to Maldives Amid Strengthening China Ties
India is reportedly reevaluating its financial assistance to the Maldives following the island nation’s recent advancements in its free trade agreement with China. This development has raised concerns in New Delhi about the Maldives’ deepening economic and strategic alignment with Beijing. In October 2024, India extended a $400 million...
Government Declines Supreme Court’s Call for Separate Bail Legislation
The Union government has opted not to pursue the Supreme Court’s recommendation to establish a distinct Bail Act, asserting that the recent comprehensive reforms in criminal laws adequately address concerns related to pre-trial detention and bail procedures. In a 2022 judgment in the Satender Kumar Antil case, the Supreme...
Trump Announces Modi’s February Visit Amid Immigration Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit the White House in February. This development follows a recent phone conversation between the two leaders, during which they discussed immigration and trade relations. Trump expressed confidence that Modi would take appropriate action regarding...
Delhi’s Water Woes: CM Atishi Blames BJP-Led States for Yamuna Pollution
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-governed states of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh of deliberately discharging untreated industrial waste into the Yamuna River, exacerbating pollution levels and compromising the capital’s water supply. ((https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/delhi/delhi-cm-atishi-accuses-bjp-of-dirty-politics-amid-pollution-crisis/articleshow/114502620.cms?utm_source=chatgpt.com)) During an inspection of the Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant,...
JPC Proposes 572 Amendments to Waqf Bill
The Joint Parliamentary Committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill has proposed 572 amendments to the draft legislation, intensifying the ongoing debate between the government and opposition parties. The comprehensive list of suggested changes was distributed late Sunday as the committee, led by BJP leader Jagdambika Pal, approached the final...
Indian Couple’s U.S. Visit Thwarted Amid Heightened Immigration Scrutiny
A couple from India, aiming to visit their children in the United States, was denied entry at a U.S. port of entry, highlighting the intensified immigration measures under the current administration. The couple, holding valid tourist visas, was subjected to prolonged questioning by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)...
Trump’s Deportation Policy Sparks Trade Conflict with Colombia
The United States and Colombia have reached an agreement to avoid an escalating trade dispute caused by Colombia refusing to accept deported migrants on U.S. military flights. President Trump’s administration celebrated the agreement, announcing that Colombia will now accept all illegal aliens deported from the U.S. without limitations. Colombian...
Indonesian President’s Ancestry Remark Delights Leaders
During his inaugural state visit to India, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto shared a personal anecdote that resonated deeply with his hosts. At a banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu, Subianto revealed that a DNA test had uncovered his Indian ancestry, a revelation that prompted laughter and applause from Prime...
Debate Over Loudspeaker Use at Religious Sites Heats Up
Mumbai is witnessing a resurgence of debate over the use of loudspeakers at religious sites, with Hindu activists urging authorities to enforce the Supreme Court’s directives on noise pollution. They argue that the continued use of loudspeakers, particularly during early morning hours, disrupts daily life and contravenes legal guidelines....
Waqf Bill JPC members suspended amid turmoil
A parliamentary panel session on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, descended into disorder on Friday, leading to the suspension of ten opposition members. The Joint Parliamentary Committee’s chairman, Jagdambika Pal, accused these members of disruptive conduct, including the use of unparliamentary language, which necessitated the adjournment of proceedings twice....
Umar Farooq Denounces Waqf Act Amendments as Threat to Autonomy
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, the head of the Mutahida Majlis-E-Ulema (MMU) in Jammu and Kashmir, has expressed strong opposition to the proposed amendments in the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. In a written submission to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC), the MMU emphasized that the suggested changes pose a significant threat...
Bombay HC Orders Action on Loudspeaker Noise
The Bombay High Court has mandated law enforcement agencies to promptly address noise pollution complaints stemming from religious establishments. A bench comprising Justices Ajey Gadkari and Kamal Khata emphasized that the use of loudspeakers is not an essential component of any religion and should not infringe upon public peace....
