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Bangladesh Court Denies Bail to Hindu Monk Amidst Rising Tensions
A Chattogram court in Bangladesh has denied bail to Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a former leader of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), who was arrested on November 25, 2024, on sedition charges. The bail hearing, held under stringent security measures, was presided over by Chattogram...
Tamil Nadu Governor Leaves Assembly Over National Anthem
In a dramatic turn of events, Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi exited the state assembly without delivering his customary address, citing a breach of protocol concerning the National Anthem. The incident has intensified existing tensions between the Governor’s office and the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government. Upon the...
Meghalaya Minister’s Christian Ceremony for University Sparks Row
Meghalaya’s Education Minister, Rakkam A. Sangma, has proposed a Christian consecration ceremony for the inauguration of the state’s first university, Captain Williamson Sangma State University, scheduled for January 13 in Balalgre, South West Garo Hills district. This proposal has ignited a debate over the secular nature of state institutions....
Alka Lamba Accuses Kejriwal of Lavish Spending Amid Pandemic
Congress leader Alka Lamba has accused former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of misusing ₹33 crore of taxpayer money for luxurious renovations of his official residence during the COVID-19 pandemic. Lamba, the Congress candidate contesting against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Atishi in the Kalkaji constituency for the upcoming...
Rahul Gandhi Advocates for Equitable Resource Distribution
During an interaction with students at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Congress Member of Parliament Rahul Gandhi articulated a clear distinction between his party’s economic philosophy and that of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He emphasized the Congress party’s commitment to fair resource distribution and inclusive growth, contrasting...
‘Voting doesn’t make you my master’, Ajit Pawar tells voters
During a public event in Baramati, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar expressed frustration when supporters inundated him with letters concerning various issues. He remarked, “You voted for me; that does not mean you have become my boss. Have you made me a farm labourer now?” Cabinet Minister Sanjay Shirsat...
Prime Suspect Apprehended in Chhattisgarh Journalist’s Murder
Authorities have apprehended the prime suspect, Suresh Chandrakar, in connection with the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) detained Suresh in Hyderabad, following an intensive manhunt. The victim, 33-year-old freelance journalist and YouTuber Mukesh Chandrakar, was reported missing on January 1....
Supreme Court Criticizes Centre’s Stance on Farmers’ Protests
The Supreme Court has criticized the Centre for its reluctance to engage with protesting farmers and address their grievances. During a session on Thursday, a bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan questioned Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the government, on why it couldn’t make a statement expressing...
ED Summons Ex-Chhattisgarh Minister in Liquor Scam Probe
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Kawasi Lakhma, former excise minister of Chhattisgarh, for questioning regarding an alleged ₹2,161 crore liquor scam. This development follows searches conducted on December 28, 2024, at multiple locations, including Raipur, Dhamtari, and Sukma, which reportedly yielded evidence implicating Lakhma in the scandal. The...
Modi Labels AAP as ‘Disaster’ Amid Delhi Election Campaign
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has intensified his criticism of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), branding it a “disaster” for Delhi as the city approaches its assembly elections. Speaking at a recent event in the capital, Modi accused AAP of failing to deliver on promises and leading the city into...
Mughal-Era Structure in Agra Demolished
Agra’s historic Mubarak Manzil, a 17th-century Mughal-era structure also known as Aurangzeb’s Haveli, has been largely demolished, sparking significant controversy and allegations of collusion between local authorities and a builder. This development comes merely three months after the Uttar Pradesh state archaeological department issued a notification to protect the...
Journalist’s Body Discovered in Contractor’s Septic Tank
The body of 33-year-old journalist Mukesh Chandrakar was found in a septic tank on the property of contractor Suresh Chandrakar in Bijapur town, Chhattisgarh. Mukesh, known for his investigative reporting on local corruption, had been missing since January 1. His brother, Yukesh, reported his disappearance to the police after...
Chhattisgarh Mosque Leadership Dispute Sparks Violent Clashes
A visit by Salim Raj, Chairperson of the Chhattisgarh State Waqf Board, to Mahasamund district has ignited violent clashes between factions within the Muslim community over the reinstatement of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) affiliate as Mutawalli (caretaker) of the Jama Masjid. The confrontation erupted during Raj’s press conference...
BJP Criticizes Congress Leaders for Overseas New Year Celebrations
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has criticized Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar for traveling abroad to celebrate the New Year during the national mourning period following the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Manmohan Singh, who served as India’s Prime Minister from...
Delhi’s Political Arena Heats Up Over Temple Demolition Allegations
A fresh political confrontation has erupted in Delhi, with the Lieutenant Governor’s (LG) office accusing the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government of sanctioning the demolition of nine temples in 2024. This accusation counters Chief Minister Atishi’s claims that the LG, under the influence of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led...
Jain Community Embarks on 101-Day Pilgrimage to Girnar Hill
The Jain community is organizing a 101-day foot march, the ‘Shri Nemi Girnar Dharma Padyatra,’ commencing from Delhi on March 23, 2025, and culminating at Girnar Hill in Gujarat on July 2, 2025, to honor the salvation day of Lord Neminath, the 22nd Tirthankara. Girnar Hill, located near Junagadh...
Bihar CBSE Schools Directed to Introduce Urdu Instruction
In Bihar’s Kishanganj district, the District Education Officer (DEO), Nasir Hussain, has instructed private schools affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to offer Urdu language courses. This directive follows observations that these institutions were not providing opportunities for students to learn Urdu, despite the district’s significant...
PM Modi to Establish Veer Savarkar College in Delhi University Expansion
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to lay the foundation stone for Veer Savarkar College at Roshanpura in Najafgarh, Delhi, on January 3, 2025. This initiative is part of a broader expansion of Delhi University, with three new projects totaling over ₹600 crore. The developments include academic blocks in...
