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Paswan Criticizes Lateral Entry, Calls for Dialogue
The Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) leader Chirag Paswan has openly criticized the lateral entry scheme introduced by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) under the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government. This initiative, which seeks to bring experts and specialists into the Indian bureaucracy, has sparked concerns among political...
BJP Positioned as Largest Party in Maharashtra Opinion Poll
Maharashtra’s political landscape is shifting as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerges as the single largest party in the state, according to the latest Times Now opinion poll. The BJP is projected to lead in the upcoming Vidhan Sabha elections, reflecting growing public support for the party’s governance and...
Supreme Court to Hear Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder Case Today
A Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud is scheduled to hear a critical plea today concerning the brutal rape and murder of a young trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, leading to nationwide protests...
Ram Mandir Float at NYC Parade Sparks Outrage
A planned float featuring the Ram Mandir at New York City’s India Day Parade has ignited significant controversy, with various community groups decrying it as a symbol of religious intolerance. The float, depicting the recently inaugurated Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, India, has been criticized by organizations such as the...
Siddaramaiah Stands Firm Amid BJP Push for Prosecution
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has affirmed his decision to remain in office despite escalating political pressure following a significant move by Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot. The Governor recently approved a request to prosecute Siddaramaiah over allegations related to corruption, intensifying the political showdown between Siddaramaiah’s government and the Bharatiya...
Narayana Murthy Advocates Hard Work on Population Crisis
Narayana Murthy, the founder of Infosys, has stirred up conversation with his comments regarding India’s population growth and work ethic. During a public discussion, Murthy emphasized that India has not given “enough attention” to the critical issue of population control. He pointed out that unchecked population growth could lead...
Supreme Court to Hear Kolkata Doctor’s Rape-Murder Case Amid Public Outcry
The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a crucial case on Tuesday concerning the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. This case, which has ignited widespread protests across West Bengal, has drawn significant national...
Cong Faces Scrutiny Over Lateral Entry Amid Rahul’s Critique
BJP leaders have intensified their critique of the Congress party’s stance on lateral entry into government services following recent remarks by Rahul Gandhi. Gandhi had previously condemned the practice, which allows private sector professionals to enter government roles without traditional recruitment processes, arguing that it undermines meritocracy and traditional...
Champai Soren’s Delhi Visit Fuels Speculation of BJP Move
Champai Soren, a prominent leader of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and former Chief Minister of Jharkhand, arrived in Delhi today, igniting widespread speculation about a potential shift to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). His visit comes at a critical time, as political observers and party insiders are closely...
Cancelled Kolkata Derby Sparks Fresh Political Row
A football match between two of fiercest Kolkata rivals cancelled in the backdrop of protests over a doctor’s gruesome rape and murder at a state-run hospital has stoked a fresh political controversy and galvanised deeply polarised supporters in what could be termed a rare unity — albeit transient and...
Harbhajan Singh’s “Call For Justice, Introspection” To Mamata
Former Indian cricketer and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Harbhajan Singh today wrote a letter to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, expressing his “deep anguish” over the delay in justice for the Kolkata rape and murder victim. His letter comes over a week after a 31-year-old trainee doctor...
Soren’s Delhi Visit Triggers Speculation of BJP Shift
Champai Soren, a prominent figure within Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and a former Chief Minister of Jharkhand, has sparked a wave of political speculation with his visit to Delhi today. As a senior leader within the party, his movements are closely watched, and the timing of his visit has...
Swamy Seeks Court’s Intervention on Rahul Gandhi’s Citizenship Status
BJP leader Subramanian Swamy has approached the Delhi High Court, urging it to compel the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to expedite its decision regarding the citizenship status of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Swamy’s petition, filed through his lawyer Satya Sabharwal, argues that despite the passage of over five...
BJP Criticizes Mamata’s Response to Kolkata Rally on Rape-Murder
Political tensions escalated as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) lashed out at Mamata Banerjee’s response to the growing unrest over the alleged rape and murder of a young doctor in Kolkata. The rally organized by the BJP in Kolkata highlighted the public outcry and criticism of the West Bengal...
Modi Calls Netanyahu to Request De-Escalation of Tension
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday highlighted the need for de-escalation of tensions in West Asia, reiterating their call for immediate release of all hostages and the ongoing provision of humanitarian aid to those affected by the conflict. Sharing...
Doctors Suspend OPD Services Nationwide Over Kolkata Rape
Doctors across India have ceased outpatient department (OPD) services today, responding to a nationwide strike sparked by the recent alleged rape case in Kolkata. This action, which started at 6 am and is expected to last through Sunday, comes as a protest against increasing violence and the perceived inadequacy...
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Prosecution in Land Scam
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is set to face prosecution over allegations tied to a significant land scam. The charges stem from accusations that Siddaramaiah was involved in the illegal acquisition and sale of land during his tenure as the state’s Revenue Minister. The case has stirred considerable political debate...
20 Coaches Of Sabarmati Express Train Derail In UP, No Casualties
At least 20 coaches of the Sabarmati Express passenger train derailed in Uttar Pradesh in the early hours of Saturday. The incident occurred near Kanpur railway station as the train was en route to Jhansi. Fortunately, no casualties were reported, but the rail route has been disrupted. According to...
