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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...
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),...
