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Yati Narasimhanand Plans ‘Dharma Sansad’ at Prayagraj Kumbh
Yati Narasimhanand, a prominent figure in the Juna Akhara, has announced plans to hold a ‘Dharma Sansad’ (religious assembly) during the upcoming Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. This decision follows the denial of permission by the Haridwar district administration to conduct a similar event scheduled for December 19, 2024. The...
VHP Activists Arrested for Disrupting Kerala School’s Christmas Event
Three individuals affiliated with the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) were arrested in Kerala’s Palakkad district for allegedly disrupting Christmas celebrations at a government school. The incident occurred at Nallepilly Government Upper Primary School, where students and teachers were engaged in festive activities. The accused—K. Anilkumar, V. Susasanan, and K....
RLD Dismisses Spokespersons Over Ambedkar Remarks
The Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD), led by Jayant Chaudhary, has dismissed all its national and state spokespersons with immediate effect. This decision comes in the wake of internal disagreements sparked by comments made by party spokesperson Kamal Gautam, who criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s recent remarks concerning Dr....
Three Khalistani Militants Dead After UP Encounter
Three Khalistani militants, believed to be linked to violent separatist activities, were killed in an encounter with Uttar Pradesh police after a raid targeting suspected operatives of the Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF). The operation, which unfolded in the early hours of the morning, marks a significant development in India’s...
Trump Appoints Musk Aide, Indian-American As AI Advisor
Donald Trump has appointed an Indian-American and a key aide to Elon Musk as new advisors on artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to bolster his administration’s focus on the technology’s regulation and development. The two individuals, who bring diverse experiences to the table, are poised to play significant roles in...
Dhankhar Calls for Lawmaker Accountability
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has expressed deep concern over the frequent disruptions in Parliament, emphasizing the need for lawmakers to be accountable to the citizens who elected them. Addressing the Chaudhary Charan Singh Awards ceremony on Sunday, Dhankhar highlighted the declining productivity of parliamentary sessions due to persistent disorder....
Judge Warns Against Politicization of Key Democratic Institutions
Supreme Court Justice P.S. Narasimha has issued a cautionary statement regarding the politicization of India’s “fourth branch” institutions, emphasizing that bodies such as the Election Commission and the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) must not become retirement havens for former civil servants and judges. Speaking at the Justice E.S....
Abandoned Bulandshahr Temple to Undergo Restoration
A Hindu temple in Khurja, Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh, abandoned for over 30 years, is set for restoration. The temple, located in the Salma Haqan locality—a predominantly Muslim area—was originally built by the Jatav community, who vacated the neighborhood during the 1990-91 riots. The temple’s existence came to light...
Bangladesh Inquiry Alleges India’s Role in Enforced Disappearances
A commission established by Bangladesh’s interim government has reported evidence suggesting India’s involvement in enforced disappearances during Sheikh Hasina’s administration. The Commission of Inquiry on Enforced Disappearance, led by a retired Supreme Court judge, estimates that over 3,500 individuals were subjected to enforced disappearances during Hasina’s 15-year tenure. The...
NCW Seeks Action Against Rahul Gandhi Over Misconduct Allegation
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has called for action against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi after BJP MP Phangnon Konyak accused him of inappropriate behavior during a protest at Parliament. Konyak, representing Nagaland in the Rajya Sabha, alleged that Gandhi’s conduct made her feel “extremely uncomfortable” and compromised her...
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 Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust as a public authority under the Right to Information (RTI) Act. The court advised the petitioner, Neeraj Sharma, to approach the Central Information Commission (CIC) for a resolution. Sharma’s...
Robin Uthappa Denies Involvement in PF Fraud Amid Arrest Warrant
Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa is facing legal scrutiny following the issuance of an arrest warrant concerning alleged fraud related to Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) deposits. The warrant, issued by Regional Provident Fund Commissioner-II and Recovery Officer Shadakshara Gopala Reddy, pertains to Uthappa’s role as a director in Centaurus...
PIL For Yogi’s Removal Over Support for Judge
A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Allahabad High Court, seeking the removal of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The petition, submitted by the People’s Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL) through Advocate Seema Srivastava, alleges that Adityanath violated his constitutional oath by endorsing controversial statements...
Adani Indicter to Quit Ahead of Trump Inauguration
Breon Peace, the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, has announced his resignation effective January 10, 2025, just days before President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. Appointed by President Joe Biden in October 2021, Peace has overseen several high-profile cases during his tenure, including the fraud indictment against...
Yogi Remarks on Aurangzeb’s Descendants Stir Row
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has sparked debate with his statements regarding Mughal emperor Aurangzeb and his lineage. During a recent event at Ayodhya’s Asarfi Bhawan Peeth, Adityanath claimed that Aurangzeb’s descendants now reside near Kolkata, earning their livelihood as rickshaw pullers. “I was told that Aurangzeb’s descendants...
Trudeau Faces Political Crisis as NDP Withdraws Support
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s minority Liberal government is confronting a significant challenge following the New Democratic Party’s (NDP) decision to withdraw its support and introduce a motion of no confidence when Parliament reconvenes on January 27. NDP leader Jagmeet Singh announced this move, expressing dissatisfaction with Trudeau’s leadership...
Mohan Bhagwat Declares End to Mandir-Masjid Disputes
Mohan Bhagwat, the chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), has stated that the long-standing dispute over the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid site in Ayodhya is resolved, marking a turning point in a controversy that has lingered for decades. Bhagwat’s remarks come amid heightened discussions surrounding religious tensions in India,...
Supreme Court Upholds Power to Demolish Illegal Structures
The Supreme Court’s ruling has reinforced the government’s authority to demolish unauthorized and illegal constructions, making it clear that properties violating laws cannot be legitimized based on the duration of their existence or prior inaction by authorities. The decision underscores a significant shift in the judicial approach towards addressing...
