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Rahul Gandhi Faces Backlash Over ‘Slave’ Remark at Amravati Rally
Rahul Gandhi, leader of the opposition, is facing widespread criticism after his comments at a political rally in Amravati, Maharashtra, where he referred to journalists as “slaves” during a speech. His remark, which came as part of a broader critique of the media’s role in political narratives, has ignited...
Delhi Battles Severe Air Quality, Shifting Schools to Online
Delhi is grappling with one of the worst air quality crises of the season, as the air quality index (AQI) surged into hazardous levels, prompting significant shifts in daily routines across the city. The capital’s AQI reached dangerously high numbers, forcing the closure of schools for younger children and...
10 infants perish in fire at UP hospital
A devastating fire broke out in the neonatal ward of Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, resulting in the deaths of 10 newborns. The fire erupted late Wednesday night, with reports suggesting an electrical short circuit as the likely cause. Hospital staff and firefighters managed to rescue 16...
Nepal Starts Power Export to Bangladesh Through Indian Grid
Nepal has initiated its first-ever electricity export to Bangladesh, marking a historic milestone in South Asia’s energy cooperation. This development follows a trilateral agreement involving Nepal, India, and Bangladesh, enabling the trade of 40 megawatts (MW) of hydroelectric power. This arrangement positions Nepal as a key regional energy player,...
Fadnavis Targets MVA With ‘Vote Jihad’ And ‘Dharm Yuddh’ Remarks
Devendra Fadnavis, the deputy chief minister of Maharashtra, has sparked a new political controversy by accusing the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) of indulging in what he described as a “Vote Jihad” and “Dharm Yuddh” in the run-up to the state elections. His remarks, aimed at the Shiv Sena...
Kharge Criticizes Shah Over Article 370 Amid Alliance Tensions
Mallikarjun Kharge, the leader of the opposition, launched a sharp critique of Amit Shah’s remarks concerning the revocation of Article 370 and its aftermath, highlighting emerging fissures in opposition alliances in Jammu and Kashmir. The Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) recent attacks centered on alleged contradictions within the Congress and...
Dissanayake’s Victory Sparks Political Realignment in Sri Lanka
Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s ascent to the presidency marks a seismic shift in Sri Lanka’s political and economic trajectory. The leader of the National People’s Power (NPP) emerged victorious in an election requiring a second round of vote counting for the first time in the country’s history, highlighting the fractured...
Ajit Pawar Retracts Claim on Adani’s Role in Govt Talks
Ajit Pawar, the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, backtracked on his earlier statements regarding industrialist Gautam Adani’s involvement in high-level talks about government formation in the state. This shift in position marks a significant change from his prior assertions that Adani had played a key role in those discussions...
JPC Set to Present Findings on Waqf Bill in Winter Session
The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) tasked with examining the Waqf (Amendment) Bill is set to present its report during the upcoming winter session of Parliament, potentially shaping the future of Waqf governance in India. The committee, formed to address concerns raised over the proposed amendments, is poised to recommend...
Rahul Gandhi Accuses Modi of Ignorance About Constitution
Rahul Gandhi intensified his critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, asserting that Modi approaches the Constitution as though it were a “blank book”—a provocative metaphor implying the prime minister’s alleged disregard for constitutional principles. Speaking at a public gathering in Nagpur, dubbed the “Samvidhan Samman Sammelan,” Gandhi used...
Kharge Dismisses Amit Shah’s Critique Against Indira Gandhi
Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress President, rebuffed recent comments made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, labeling them as disparaging to the memory and accomplishments of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Shah’s remarks came during his speech at a Telangana event, where he compared Gandhi’s leadership during the Emergency period of...
Punjab to Rename Aam Aadmi Clinics Amid Funding Row
The Punjab government is set to rename its Aam Aadmi Clinics as tensions with the central government over funding have escalated. The state’s move comes after an ongoing dispute regarding financial support for the healthcare initiative, which was initially hailed as a significant step in providing accessible healthcare services...
High Court Criticizes BJP Leader’s Repeated Absence in Kejriwal Case
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s wife, Sunita Kejriwal, is currently at the center of a legal dispute involving alleged voter registration discrepancies. The Delhi High Court intervened to stay the summons issued against her by a trial court, effectively pausing proceedings until further assessment. The High Court’s intervention follows...
Amanatullah Khan Gets Bail in Waqf Board Case
A Delhi court has granted bail to Amanatullah Khan, an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA and former chairman of the Delhi Waqf Board, in a high-profile case involving allegations of corruption and misuse of power within the board. Khan’s case, drawing scrutiny from both state and central authorities, has...
Bangladesh Edges Toward Islamic State as Secularism Faces Challenge
A petition by Bangladesh’s Attorney General calls for the removal of the term “secular” from the country’s constitution, raising questions over the future of the nation’s secular identity. The proposal, which argues that secularism contradicts the constitutional designation of Islam as Bangladesh’s official religion, has sparked widespread debate among...
Storm Over Congress Jharkhand Manifesto Release Timing
With polling set to begin soon in Jharkhand, a clash erupted between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress, centered on the Congress release of its election manifesto during the statutory silence period mandated before voting. BJP accused Congress of exploiting this period to influence voters unfairly and violating...
Amit Shah Takes Aim at Sonia Gandhi Over Maharashtra Jet Remarks
Amit Shah, India’s Home Minister, has reignited political tensions with sharp criticism aimed at Congress leader Sonia Gandhi during a rally in Maharashtra. His remarks followed a claim by Gandhi regarding the handling of air travel safety, suggesting a pattern of accidents and failures within the civil aviation sector....
CJI Khanna Bars Oral Mentioning for Urgent Cases
Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud, along with fellow Supreme Court judges, issued a directive banning oral mentioning of cases for urgent hearings, effective immediately. The decision has stirred a significant debate within legal circles, drawing attention to its potential impact on judicial proceedings, and the legal profession’s ability...
