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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...
Row Over Rajnath Singh’s Ujjain Temple Visit
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s visit to the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain has ignited a political controversy, following critical remarks from Trinamool Congress (TMC) Member of Parliament Saket Gokhale. Gokhale publicly mocked Singh’s temple visit, questioning the sincerity and timing of the Defence Minister’s prayers. Gokhale’s comments have drawn sharp...
Kejriwal Challenges RSS Chief on BJP’s Alleged Electoral Misconduct
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal has written to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat, questioning the organization’s stance on the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) alleged actions that he claims undermine democratic processes. In his letter, Kejriwal accused BJP leaders of engaging in vote-buying and large-scale deletion...
Mamata is India’s ‘Poorest’ Chief Minister, ADR Report Reveals
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has been identified as the least wealthy among India’s state leaders, with declared assets totaling approximately ₹15 lakh, according to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). In stark contrast, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu stands as the wealthiest,...
Parents Challenge Suicide Ruling in OpenAI Whistleblower’s Death
The family of 26-year-old Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI researcher and whistleblower, disputes official findings that he died by suicide in his San Francisco apartment on November 26, 2024. Balaji’s parents, Poornima Ramarao and Balaji Ramamurthy, assert that a private autopsy reveals signs of struggle, including head injuries and...
Delhi Police Intensify Deportation of Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals
Delhi authorities have escalated efforts to identify and deport illegal immigrants, resulting in the removal of multiple Bangladeshi nationals from the capital. In a series of operations, the Delhi Police have apprehended and deported individuals residing without valid documentation, underscoring the city’s commitment to addressing unauthorized immigration. In one...
Sharmistha Criticizes Congress, Brother Over ‘Sanghi’ Remarks
Sharmistha Mukherjee, daughter of former President Pranab Mukherjee, has publicly criticized the Congress party and her brother, Abhijit Mukherjee, over derogatory remarks directed at her late father. She expressed her discontent on social media, challenging the party’s loyalists and questioning their loyalty. In a post on X (formerly Twitter),...
Atishi Rebukes LG Saxena’s Critique of ‘Temporary CM’ Label
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has firmly responded to Lieutenant Governor (LG) VK Saxena’s objections regarding Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal’s reference to her as a “temporary chief minister.” In a letter dated December 30, 2024, Saxena criticized Kejriwal’s terminology, deeming it an affront to constitutional principles and...
Yemen Confirms Death Sentence for Kerala Nurse; India Pledges Support
Nimisha Priya, a nurse from Kerala, has had her death sentence confirmed by Yemeni President Rashad al-Alimi for the 2017 murder of Yemeni national Talal Abdo Mahdi. The Indian government has pledged comprehensive assistance to her family during this critical period. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Randhir...
Manmohan Singh Memorial Land Delayed Pending Trust Formation
The Indian government has announced that the allocation of land for a memorial dedicated to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will proceed once an official trust is established to oversee its construction. This procedural requirement has introduced a delay in the commencement of the memorial project. Manmohan Singh, who...
Cleric Issues Fatwa Against New Year Celebrations
Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi, National President of the All India Muslim Jamaat, has issued a fatwa discouraging Muslims from participating in New Year celebrations, asserting that such festivities are inconsistent with Islamic teachings. The fatwa, released by Chashme Darul Ifta Bareilly, advises young Muslim men and women to refrain...
Punjab Shuts Down as Farmers’ Protest Grips the State
A major shutdown has taken hold of Punjab as farmers, demanding urgent attention to their concerns, have launched a widespread protest that has brought the state to a standstill. Roads are blocked, public transport has been halted, and rail services have been cancelled, leaving commuters stranded and disrupting daily...
Nitish Kumar Declines INDIA Bloc Convenor Role
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has declined the position of convenor for the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), intensifying discussions about his political trajectory. This development comes amid reports suggesting Kumar’s potential return to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). During a recent meeting of...
Case Against Prashant Kishor After Violent Student Protests
Thousands of Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) aspirants clashed with police in Patna, leading to a case against political strategist Prashant Kishor and others. The students were protesting alleged irregularities in the 70th Combined Competitive Examination, demanding a re-examination. The demonstration began at Gandhi Maidan, with protesters attempting to...
Massive Fire Hits Ram Temple in Khandwa, Idols Destroyed
A devastating fire erupted at the Ram Temple in Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh, on Saturday evening, causing extensive damage to the sacred structure and destroying several idols. Authorities have confirmed that no casualties were reported, but the incident has raised concerns about the safety of religious sites in the region....
