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BJP Focuses on OCCRP Reports to Counter Congress Protests
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has chosen a calculated response to Congress’s continued protests in Parliament over allegations concerning the Adani Group. Shifting its strategy, the ruling party is now using findings from the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) to spotlight alleged financial irregularities linked to Congress-era...
Cong Seeks Action Against Sambit Patra for Rahul Remarks
A direct appeal from Congress MP Manickam Tagore to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has intensified political tensions in Parliament. The letter demands action against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Sambit Patra, accusing him of making derogatory remarks about Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha....
Maharashtra Trio Swaps Roles with Fadnavis in Charge
Devendra Fadnavis has taken on the role of Deputy Chief Minister in Maharashtra, while Uddhav Thackeray’s son, Aaditya Thackeray, and former Chief Minister Eknath Shinde return to their previously held positions. This reshuffling has set the stage for a new political chapter in the state as the new government,...
UP to Hold Perpetrators Accountable for Public Property Damage
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took a strong stance against lawlessness in the state, instructing authorities to take strict action against those found responsible for any form of anarchy. On Wednesday, he emphasized that anyone engaging in violent or unlawful activities would not only face legal consequences but...
Jharkhand High Court Provides Relief to Hemant Soren
The Jharkhand High Court on Wednesday stayed the order of the MP-MLA court that had directed Chief Minister Hemant Soren to appear before it on December 4. The case concerned allegations against Soren for allegedly disregarding summons issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). This decision came as a significant...
Export Curbs Spark Surge in Illegal Trade on Bangladesh Border
India’s decision to impose export curbs on several essential commodities has led to a dramatic rise in illicit cross-border trade at its border with Bangladesh. These restrictions, initially aimed at stabilizing domestic prices, have inadvertently fueled smuggling activities as traders on both sides of the border seek to circumvent...
SC Moves Assault Probe Involving BJP Leader to CBI
The Supreme Court of India has directed that the investigation into an assault case involving Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Kabir Bose be transferred from the West Bengal Police to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The order was issued Wednesday, with the Court citing concerns over the “politically...
EC replies to Cong over Maharashtra voter list accuracy
The Election Commission (EC) of India has responded to concerns raised by the Congress party regarding discrepancies in the voter list in Maharashtra, particularly those related to the state’s voter turnout figures. These concerns have intensified as the state prepares for key upcoming elections, with the opposition accusing the...
Ajmer Mosque’s Heritage Sparks Debate Over Restoration
A petition in an Ajmer court calling for a survey of the revered Ajmer Sharif dargah has ignited a passionate debate about the restoration of the 12th-century mosque, Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra, located nearby. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)-protected mosque, considered one of the oldest in the region,...
Sukhbir Badal Attacked at Golden Temple; Assailant Arrested
A shooting incident unfolded at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on Wednesday when an assailant opened fire at Sukhbir Singh Badal, the former chief minister of Punjab and prominent leader of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD). Badal was at the temple’s entrance, performing a religious penance, when the attack...
BJP Leadership Unites Behind Fadnavis for Maharashtra CM Role
A consensus has emerged within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to appoint Devendra Fadnavis as the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra, after intense deliberations among senior party leaders. This decision marks a significant shift in the state’s political landscape as Fadnavis, a former CM, returns to lead the state...
Rahul, Priyanka Stopped en Route to Sambhal
Authorities in Uttar Pradesh imposed heavy security measures, halting Congress leaders Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi as they attempted to visit Sambhal, a district in the state. The two were stopped at the Ghazipur border in East Uttar Pradesh, where traffic was heavily disrupted for several hours. The roadblock coincided...
Adani-linked bribery allegations trigger AP action
Allegations of a bribery scheme involving the Adani Group and the previous YSRCP-led Andhra Pradesh government have prompted a promise of action from the state’s Chief Minister, N. Chandrababu Naidu. This follows revelations by the U.S. Department of Justice regarding an alleged $250 million bribe paid to Indian officials...
BJP Criticizes Rahul Gandhi Over Economic Remarks
Rahul Gandhi’s statements on the country’s economic trajectory have drawn sharp rebuke from the BJP, which accused him of misrepresenting facts to create a misleading narrative. Speaking at a Congress rally, the Leader of Opposition expressed concern over the gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate, which has fallen to...
Criticism Surrounds AAP’s Delhi Model Book Launch
The Aam Aadmi Party’s promotion of its governance strategies through the release of Jasmine Shah’s book, *The Delhi Model: A Bold New Road Map to Building a Developed India*, has sparked polarized reactions. The book, published by Penguin Random House India, emphasizes AAP’s efforts in education and healthcare reforms,...
Trump Warns Hamas Over Hostage Crisis in Gaza
President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Hamas, demanding the release of hostages held in Gaza before his inauguration on January 20, 2025. Speaking through his social media platform, Trump declared there would be severe consequences for those responsible if the hostages were not freed. His statement,...
Mamata Criticizes Waqf Bill, Raises Concerns
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticized the BJP-led central government over the proposed Waqf (Amendment) Bill, describing it as an attack on the rights of the Muslim community and a potential disruption to India’s federal structure. Speaking in Kolkata, she questioned the government’s intentions behind introducing...
Row Over Academic Freedom at IIT-KGP
Eighty-six professors from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur have been served showcause notices, intensifying debates around academic freedom and institutional governance. Issued by the institute’s registrar, Capt. Amit Jain, the notice demands explanations for alleged violations of conduct rules. This development follows a previous notice to the teachers’...
