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UP Celebrates Holi and Ramzan with Harmony
On March 14, 2025, the state of Uttar Pradesh witnessed a remarkable confluence of cultural and religious observances as the Hindu festival of Holi coincided with the second Friday of the Islamic holy month of Ramzan. This rare overlap, occurring for the first time in six decades, prompted communities...
Trump Plans Sweeping Visa Restrictions Affecting 41 Nations
The Trump administration is preparing to implement extensive travel restrictions on citizens from 41 countries, marking a significant escalation in its immigration policy. An internal memo, reviewed by Reuters, outlines a proposal to categorize these nations into three distinct groups, each facing varying levels of visa suspensions. The first...
Suvendu Adhikari Claims Idol Desecration in Nandigram
Suvendu Adhikari, a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party , has accused members of the Trinamool Congress of desecrating Hindu idols in Nandigram, a region that has long been a flashpoint for political unrest in West Bengal. The allegations have sparked a wave of controversy, with the BJP...
BJP Triumphs in Haryana Civic Elections, Diminishes Congress Strongholds
The Bharatiya Janata Party has secured a decisive victory in the Haryana municipal elections, winning mayoral positions in nine out of ten municipal corporations, including a significant win in Rohtak, traditionally a Congress bastion. In Gurugram, BJP candidate Raj Rani emerged victorious with a substantial lead over her Congress...
BJP Dominates Haryana Civic Elections, Secures 9 Out of 10 Mayoral Seats
The Bharatiya Janata Party has achieved a significant victory in the Haryana municipal elections, securing nine out of ten mayoral positions across the state. This electoral success underscores the party’s robust presence in urban regions, dealing a substantial blow to the opposition Congress party. In Gurugram, BJP candidate Raj...
Yogi Advocates Respectful Holi Celebrations
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has called for harmonious Holi celebrations, urging adherence to the age-old traditions of Sanatan Dharma. Addressing attendees at the Bhakt Prahlad Shobha Yatra in Pandeyhata, Gorakhpur, he emphasised the importance of mutual respect during the festivities and discouraged the forcible application of colours....
Clash Over Language Policy in Parliament
The second leg of the Parliament Budget Session commenced with intense disagreement between the Opposition and the government, focusing on the controversial issue of the alleged imposition of Hindi through the National Education Policy . The debate escalated quickly, leading to heated exchanges and interruptions, which ultimately resulted in...
Congress’s Hooda Downplays BJP’s Haryana Civic Poll Triumph
In the aftermath of the Haryana municipal elections, former Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda remarked that the Bharatiya Janata Party’s victory was unsurprising, attributing it to Congress’s lack of serious contestation in these polls. The BJP secured 25 out of 46 municipal bodies in the...
Opposition Questions Government’s Stance Amid Starlink Controversy
Union Minister for Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, recently posted a message on X welcoming Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, Starlink, to India. He highlighted its potential utility for railway projects in remote areas. However, the minister subsequently deleted this post, sparking a wave of political reactions and raising questions...
India Rebukes Pakistan’s Allegations Following Balochistan Train Hijacking
India has firmly dismissed Pakistan’s allegations of sponsoring terrorism in the aftermath of the Balochistan train hijacking, asserting that Islamabad should address its internal issues rather than attributing blame externally. The incident, which occurred on March 11, involved the seizure of the Jaffar Express by militants, resulting in a...
FM Criticizes T’Nadu Replacement of Rupee Symbol in Budget
The Tamil Nadu government’s decision to replace the official rupee symbol with the Tamil script “ரூ” in the state’s 2025-26 budget documents has ignited a political controversy, drawing sharp criticism from Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. She condemned the move as an act of regional chauvinism that threatens national...
BJP says liquor scam will bring down Tamil Nadu Govt
Tamil Nadu’s liquor procurement processes have come under scrutiny as the Enforcement Directorate intensifies its investigation into the state’s alleged ‘Chennai liquor scam.’ State BJP president K Annamalai indicated that this probe could have significant political ramifications, potentially mirroring the upheavals witnessed in Chhattisgarh and Delhi due to similar...
Uttarakhand Authorities Seal Over 55 Unregistered Madrasas
Uttarakhand’s government has intensified its crackdown on unregistered madrasas, sealing more than 55 such institutions across the state in the past two weeks. This decisive action aligns with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami’s commitment to addressing illegal religious establishments and preserving the state’s demographic balance. The operation targeted madrasas...
Bihar Mayor Proposes Break for Namaaz Amid Holi Celebrations
The mayor of Bihar’s capital, Patna, has suggested a two-hour break during Holi festivities to allow Muslim residents to perform Namaaz without disruption. This proposal has sparked controversy, with critics accusing her of exacerbating communal tensions. The decision comes ahead of the Holi festival, which is celebrated with fervour...
Holi Festivities at Santiniketan’s Sonajhuri Haat Halted
The West Bengal government has prohibited Holi celebrations at Sonajhuri Haat in Santiniketan, Birbhum district, aiming to protect the area’s forested environment. This decision seeks to prevent ecological harm that could result from large gatherings during the festival of colours. Sonajhuri Haat, situated near the Visva Bharati University’s Santiniketan...
Two Kashmir-Based Organisations Banned
The Union government has imposed a five-year ban on the Awami Action Committee , led by Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, and the Jammu and Kashmir Ittihadul Muslimeen , headed by Shia leader Masroor Abbas Ansari. This action, effective immediately, cites the organisations’ alleged involvement in anti-national activities, support...
Election Commission Seeks Political Parties’ Input Amid Voter List Concerns
The Election Commission has reached out to all national and state political parties, inviting them to provide suggestions by April 30 on unresolved issues related to voter lists and Electors Photo Identity Cards . This initiative aims to address concerns raised by opposition parties regarding discrepancies in electoral rolls...
Ex-CJI Ranjan Gogoi Raises Concerns Over ‘One Nation, One Election’ Bill
Former Chief Justice of India and current Rajya Sabha member, Ranjan Gogoi, recently appeared before the Joint Parliamentary Committee to discuss the proposed ‘One Nation, One Election’ Bill. During the session, he expressed reservations about certain provisions, particularly those granting extensive powers to the Election Commission , suggesting they...
