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Election Commission Upholds Model Code as Essential for Fair Elections
The Election Commission (EC) has firmly defended the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) amid ongoing discussions about implementing simultaneous elections across India. The government has argued that frequent impositions of the MCC disrupt development work and public life, citing this as a reason to hold concurrent elections. In response,...
CAG finds huge revenue loss from Delhi’s scrapped liquor policy
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has reported that the Delhi government’s withdrawal of its 2021-22 excise policy led to a substantial revenue loss. The policy, which aimed to privatize liquor sales and increase state revenue, was scrapped amid allegations of irregularities and corruption. In November 2021,...
India Extends Sheikh Hasina’s Stay Amid Extradition Demands
India has extended the visa of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, allowing her to remain in the country despite escalating demands from Dhaka for her extradition. Hasina, who fled to India in August 2024 following her ousting amid violent protests, faces numerous charges in Bangladesh, including crimes against...
Saints’ Collective Petitions Supreme Court to Overturn 1991 Worship Act
The Akhil Bhartiya Sant Samiti, representing approximately 1.85 million pujaris and 1.2 million saints, has filed a petition with the Supreme Court challenging specific provisions of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991. This legislation prohibits altering the religious character of any place of worship as it stood...
Nitish Kumar Reaffirms Alliance with BJP, Dismisses Speculation of Exiting NDA
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has unequivocally dismissed any possibility of severing ties with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), underscoring his enduring relationship with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Addressing the media on Monday, Kumar emphasized the historical depth of his association with the BJP, highlighting the steadfast support...
Bangladesh Tribunal Orders Arrest of Ex-PM Sheikh Hasina by Feb 12
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) in Dhaka has issued an arrest warrant for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, mandating her appearance by February 12. This directive, announced on January 6, 2025, includes 11 other individuals, notably former Defence Adviser Major General (Retd) Tarique Ahmed Siddique and ex-Inspector General of...
Trudeau Set to Resign Amid Mounting Internal Pressure
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party, potentially as early as today, following escalating internal dissent and a series of high-profile cabinet departures. Trudeau’s anticipated resignation comes ahead of a crucial national caucus meeting scheduled for Wednesday, where he...
China Grapples with Surge in Respiratory Illnesses
Hospitals across China are experiencing a significant influx of patients presenting with respiratory symptoms, leading to widespread concern both domestically and internationally. The surge has been particularly notable among children, with reports indicating that pediatric wards in cities like Beijing and Liaoning are operating at full capacity. The Chinese...
SC to Examine Bhojshala Survey Amidst Worship Act Debates
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a plea challenging the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s directive for an Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) examination of the Bhojshala complex in Dhar, a site claimed by both Hindu and Muslim communities. This development coincides with ongoing deliberations over the constitutional validity...
UP Minister Ashish Patel Challenges Yogi Government Amid Corruption Allegations
Uttar Pradesh’s Technical Education Minister, Ashish Patel, has openly challenged Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s administration, daring them to dismiss him amid corruption allegations. Patel, who is married to Union Minister Anupriya Patel, faces accusations of irregularities in promoting candidates within his department. Addressing party workers and the media in...
UP Minister Ashish Patel Challenges Yogi Government Amid Corruption Allegations
Uttar Pradesh’s Technical Education Minister, Ashish Patel, has openly challenged Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s administration, daring them to dismiss him amid corruption allegations. Patel, who is married to Union Minister Anupriya Patel, faces accusations of irregularities in promoting candidates within his department. Addressing party workers and the media in...
UP Minister Ashish Patel Challenges Yogi Government Amid Corruption Allegations
Uttar Pradesh’s Technical Education Minister, Ashish Patel, has openly challenged Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s administration, daring them to dismiss him amid corruption allegations. Patel, who is married to Union Minister Anupriya Patel, faces accusations of irregularities in promoting candidates within his department. Addressing party workers and the media in...
Supreme Court to Hear Owaisi’s Plea on Places of Worship Act
The Supreme Court has scheduled a hearing for February 17 to consider a petition filed by Asaduddin Owaisi, leader of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), seeking the enforcement of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991. This legislation mandates that the religious character of places of worship,...
Bangladesh Court Denies Bail to Former ISKCON Priest
A court in Chattogram, Bangladesh, has denied bail to former ISKCON priest Chinmoy Krishna Das, who was arrested on November 25, 2024, on sedition charges. The allegations stem from an incident during a rally in Chattogram, where Das is accused of disrespecting the national flag by allegedly raising a...
Kejriwal’s Clergy Welfare Plan Faces Backlash from Delhi Imams
Arvind Kejriwal’s announcement of the ‘Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana’ has sparked significant controversy in Delhi. The scheme proposes a monthly honorarium of ₹18,000 for Hindu priests and Sikh granthis, aiming to support religious leaders serving in temples and gurdwaras across the capital. Muslim religious leaders have expressed strong disapproval,...
Inflammatory Speeches a Serious Crime, Rules Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has dismissed the appeal of Mohd Abdul Rehman, an alleged associate of Al-Qaida in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), upholding his conviction and seven-year-five-month prison sentence under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The court emphasized that delivering speeches intended to brainwash youth and recruiting them...
Temple-Mosque Disputes Seen Aiming Political Polarisation in UP
As Uttar Pradesh gears up for the 2027 Assembly elections, a surge in temple-mosque disputes is intensifying political polarization in the state. Analysts observe that these disputes, combined with strategic political slogans, are setting the stage for the upcoming polls. Both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Samajwadi...
RSS Chief Advises Against Temple-Mosque Disputes in Uttar Pradesh
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has advised against initiating new temple-mosque disputes, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, cautioning that such actions could foster communal divisions. His remarks come amid rising tensions over historical religious sites in the region. Bhagwat emphasized that individuals seeking to lead the Hindu community...
