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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....
Punjab & Haryana HC Affirms Retirement of Judge Over Corruption
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has upheld the decision to compulsorily retire a former district judge accused of corruption related to the acquisition of illegal property. The decision comes after the judge, who was initially appointed to a prestigious post, was found guilty of misusing his position for...
Sharmistha Mukherjee Criticizes Congress’s Memorial Decisions
Sharmistha Mukherjee, daughter of former President Pranab Mukherjee, has openly criticized the Congress party for its inconsistent approach to memorializing its leaders. She highlighted the party’s failure to convene a Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting to honor her father after his death in August 2020, contrasting this with the...
BJP Expands Operation Lotus Ahead of Delhi Elections
Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of expanding its controversial Operation Lotus strategy in the national capital as Delhi heads toward its upcoming elections. Kejriwal’s claims have stirred significant political debate, with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader alleging that the BJP...
JD(U) Urges BJP to Embrace Vajpayee’s Vision
The Janata Dal (United) , led by Nitish Kumar, has advised its alliance partner, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), to adhere to the principles of Gandhian socialism as envisioned by its founding leader, Atal Bihari Vajpayee. This counsel follows protests by BJP members against the singing of the bhajan...
BJP Accuses Congress of Misusing Public Funds for Belagavi Event
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Karnataka has accused the ruling Congress party of misusing public funds to commemorate the centenary of the 1924 Congress session in Belagavi. BJP state president B.Y. Vijayendra announced plans for a protest at Mahatma Gandhi’s statue in Bengaluru, expressing strong objections to the...
Congress Launches Gandhi, Ambedkar, Constitution Campaign
The Congress Working Committee (CWC) has unveiled a 13-month nationwide campaign, “Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan Abhiyan,” focusing on Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, and the Indian Constitution. This initiative aims to challenge the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on ideological grounds, addressing concerns over perceived constitutional erosion,...
Delhi BJP to Contest All 70 Assembly Seats Independently in 2025 Elections
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced its decision to contest all 70 seats in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections without forming alliances, marking a strategic shift from previous coalition approaches. In the 2020 elections, the BJP had partnered with the Janata Dal (United) and the Lok Janshakti...
AAP accuses Cong of collaborating with BJP for Delhi polls
A bitter political battle has unfolded ahead of the Delhi assembly elections, with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leveling serious allegations against the Congress. On Thursday, AAP leaders accused Congress of conspiring with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to undermine their party’s prospects in the upcoming elections. The charges,...
Vishva Hindu Parishad Pushes for Temple Autonomy in India
Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), one of the prominent Hindu organizations in India, has launched an ambitious nationwide campaign aimed at securing autonomy for Hindu temples, urging the government to relinquish its control over religious institutions. The VHP argues that the state’s involvement in temple administration undermines religious freedom and...
Vigilance to Probe Luxury Items at Ex-CM’s Residence
The Delhi Vigilance Department has launched an investigation into luxury items found at the official residence of former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. The probe follows the discovery of high-end appliances and decor, raising concerns about misuse of public resources. Among the items being scrutinized are luxury toilet seats, plush...
