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Manipur violence intensifies with abductions, bandh
The volatile situation in Manipur has escalated further, marked by a series of abductions, the killing of a key United Kuki National Army (UKNA) member, and the enforcement of a statewide bandh. These events have added new layers of tension in the state, which has already been grappling with...
Karnataka HC Halts Poll Bonds Probe Against FM Sitharaman
The Karnataka High Court has issued a stay on the investigation against Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and others related to allegations of misconduct involving the now-defunct electoral bond scheme. The interim order was granted by Justice M Nagaprasanna following a petition filed by BJP leader Nalin Kumar Kateel, who...
SEBI Approves Slew of New Reforms, Mum on Buch row
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approved a series of significant reforms aimed at enhancing the investment framework and regulatory landscape. The board meeting, held on Monday, saw the introduction of a new asset class for high-risk profile investors, relaxed regulations for mutual funds, and streamlined...
Dispute Over Mosque in Himachal Triggers Tensions and Clashes
Tensions escalated in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, as clashes erupted between police and members of various Hindu organizations protesting against the construction of a mosque. The controversy ignited widespread unrest, with community leaders on both sides expressing their positions on the legitimacy of the mosque’s construction. The protest began when...
Siddaramaiah Rejects Plot Grab Charges As Row Escalates
Siddaramaiah, the Chief Minister of Karnataka, has responded vehemently to the accusations surrounding the return of disputed plots of land by his wife, Parvathi. This move comes against a backdrop of increasing tensions in the state’s political landscape, where allegations of corruption and favoritism have been a focal point...
US Issues Stark Warning to Iran Over Military Actions Against Israel
Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated significantly following Iran’s recent missile and drone attacks on Israel. The U.S. has issued a strong warning, stating that any direct military action by Iran against Israel will lead to serious consequences. The warning comes amid heightened fears of a...
Supreme Court: No Religious Structure Can Block Public Access
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that religious structures, whether temples or dargahs, cannot obstruct public access, reinforcing the principle of public thoroughfare over religious sentiments. This landmark judgment aims to balance the right to worship with the need for unobstructed public pathways, highlighting the need for harmonious...
West Bengal Junior Doctors Initiate Indefinite Strike Amidst Tensions
Tensions in West Bengal’s healthcare system escalated as junior doctors commenced an indefinite strike, halting routine medical services. This move follows a series of events igniting concerns about the safety and working conditions faced by medical professionals. The decision to boycott work stems from frustrations related to recent incidents...
Supreme Court notice to Assam govt over Sonapur demolition
The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to the Assam government in response to a petition filed by residents of Sonapur, a village in the Kamrup district, challenging the state’s ongoing demolition drive. The petitioners, representing over 40 families, allege that the local authorities launched the eviction...
Keep Gods Out of Politics: Supreme Court on Tirupati Laddoo Row
The Supreme Court on Monday pointed out that religious offerings should not be entangled in political controversies. Observing the escalating row over Tirupati laddoos, the Court remarked that “Gods should be kept out of politics” and called for a swift and transparent resolution to the matter. The Court hinted...
Bengal junior doctors to resume ‘cease work’
The ongoing tension at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata is set to escalate as junior doctors consider resuming their ‘cease work’ following a Supreme Court hearing on Monday. The case involves the alleged rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at the hospital, a crime...
Nasrallah’s Body Recovered Amid Israeli Strikes Killing Over 100 in Lebanon
Israeli military airstrikes in Lebanon have resulted in the deaths of at least 105 people, with most of the casualties linked to attacks on Hezbollah positions. As the conflict in the region escalates, Hezbollah continues to face heavy bombardments across southern Lebanon and deeper into its territory. Israeli forces...
Stalin’s Son Takes Oath as Deputy Chief Minister Amid Cabinet Reshuffle
Udhayanidhi Stalin, son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, has officially been appointed as the state’s Deputy Chief Minister. His promotion comes during a significant cabinet reshuffle that has seen several key changes in the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leadership. At the swearing-in ceremony held at Raj...
Rajnath Takes Aim at Pakistan Over Terrorism, Cash Crunch
During a rally in Jammu and Kashmir’s Gurez, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made pointed remarks regarding Pakistan’s ongoing financial challenges and involvement in cross-border terrorism. Addressing a significant gathering, Singh underscored the transformation underway in Kashmir, linking it to India’s resilience and democratic values, and contrasted it with Pakistan’s...
SEBI Board Set to Address Allegations at Crucial Meeting Today
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) convened its highly anticipated board meeting today, marking a pivotal moment for the regulatory body and its Chairperson, Madhabi Puri Buch. This meeting follows widespread scrutiny, driven by allegations raised against Buch, including potential conflicts of interest and concerns over transparency...
Army Beefs Up Artillery Near China Border
The Indian Army is ramping up its artillery strength along the China border with a series of new procurements aimed at enhancing its firepower and surveillance capabilities. This strategic move includes the acquisition of an additional batch of 100 K9 Vajra self-propelled howitzers, swarm drones, loitering munitions, and advanced...
RG Kar doctors threaten further action as demands unmet
Doctors at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital have issued a stern warning that their protest could escalate unless their concerns are addressed promptly. The medical staff, consisting of resident doctors and senior professionals, have been on strike for several days, expressing frustration over working conditions and unmet...
Hezbollah chief killed in Israeli airstrike on Beirut
Hassan Nasrallah, the long-serving leader of Hezbollah, was killed in a targeted Israeli airstrike in southern Beirut, according to an official statement from the Israeli military. The announcement, made on Saturday, confirmed Nasrallah’s death after a strike on Hezbollah’s central command headquarters in the capital’s suburbs. Nasrallah, a prominent...
