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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...
Om Prakash Chautala, Veteran Haryana Politician, Passes Away at 89
Om Prakash Chautala, a dominant figure in Haryana’s political landscape and five-time Chief Minister, passed away at 89 following a cardiac arrest at his residence in Gurugram. Born on January 1, 1935, in Chautala village, Punjab (now in Haryana), Chautala was the son of Chaudhary Devi Lal, a prominent...
BJP Intensifies Soros Offensive Amid Shah Remarks Row
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has escalated its long-running attack against financier George Soros, aiming to counter criticism over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s comments about Dalit icon BR Ambedkar. The latest tactic involves using a manipulated photograph to link Opposition leaders with the billionaire philanthropist, intensifying the already...
Kejriwal Challenges Kumar and Naidu Over Ambedkar Remarks
A political controversy has emerged following Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s comments on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, prompting Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal to question the positions of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. In a statement, Kejriwal directly addressed Kumar and...
Shah Dismisses Kharge’s Resignation Demand, Says Cong Doomed
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has dismissed Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s call for his resignation, asserting that such a move would not alter the Congress party’s political fortunes. Shah’s remarks came amid a heated exchange over his comments concerning Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, which have sparked significant controversy and debate...
Sensex Crashes Over 1000 Points, Rupee Down
India’s benchmark stock index, the Sensex, plummeted by over 1,000 points today, a sharp reaction to the Federal Reserve’s unexpected decision to cut interest rates in the United States. The rate cut has triggered widespread uncertainty among investors, both domestically and internationally, as it signals potential economic challenges ahead....
DMK, Allies Condemn Amit Shah’s Remarks
Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s recent comments referencing Dr. B.R. Ambedkar have sparked significant backlash from Tamil Nadu’s political leaders, particularly the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and its allies. Shah’s statement, perceived as dismissive towards the architect of India’s Constitution, has been met with strong condemnation from various quarters....
