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Supreme Court Demands Swift Action on Prison Discrimination Reforms
The Supreme Court has issued a two-week ultimatum to all states and Union Territories to submit compliance reports detailing the elimination of discriminatory practices based on caste, gender, or disability within their prison systems. This directive, delivered by a bench led by Justice J.B. Pardiwala, underscores the Court’s commitment...
Akhilesh Yadav Criticises Yogi Adityanath Over Kumbh Mela Remarks
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, addressing the state assembly, defended the inclusivity of the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj by citing cricketer Mohammed Shami’s participation in the holy dip. This statement was intended to counter allegations of discrimination at the event. However, there is no official confirmation...
Trump Criticizes Musk’s Plan for Tesla Factory in India Amid Tariff Dispute
US President Donald Trump has expressed strong disapproval of Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s potential plans to establish a manufacturing facility in India, describing the move as “very unfair” to the United States. This criticism comes amidst ongoing discussions about trade imbalances and tariff policies between the two nations. In...
Rekha Gupta to Be Sworn In as Delhi’s Chief Minister Today
Rekha Gupta, a first-time Member of the Legislative Assembly from Shalimar Bagh, is set to take the oath as Delhi’s Chief Minister today at Ramlila Maidan. This marks the Bharatiya Janata Party’s return to power in the national capital after a 27-year hiatus. The swearing-in ceremony is expected to...
Devotee Influx Overwhelms Varanasi and Ayodhya
A massive surge of pilgrims attending the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj has led to unprecedented congestion in the neighbouring cities of Varanasi and Ayodhya. Local residents report that the overwhelming influx has made daily life exceedingly difficult, with one resident stating, “It’s impossible to step out.” Since the...
BJP Sweep in Chhattisgarh Civic Polls Sparks Congress Turmoil
The Bharatiya Janata Party has achieved a historic victory in Chhattisgarh’s urban body elections, securing all 10 mayoral positions across the state’s municipal corporations. This comprehensive win has not only bolstered the BJP’s political dominance but has also intensified internal conflicts within the Congress party. In the elections held...
Outgoing CEC Criticises Parties for Blaming Commission After Defeats
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, who concluded his tenure on Monday, expressed concern over the increasing tendency of political parties to unfairly blame the Election Commission and its officials following electoral losses. In his farewell address, Kumar highlighted this “disturbing trend” and urged that it be “abandoned soon.” Kumar...
Pawan Kalyan Rebukes Mamata Banerjee’s ‘Mrityu Kumbh’ Comment
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has strongly criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her recent remarks referring to the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj as a “Mrityu Kumbh” or “Death Kumbh.” Kalyan described Banerjee’s comments as “highly inappropriate” and defended the efforts of Uttar...
Privilege Motion Filed Against Suvendu Adhikari
The West Bengal Legislative Assembly has become a battleground of intense political conflict, as a privilege motion was filed against Leader of the Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari, following his suspension alongside three other Bharatiya Janata Party legislators. The motion, introduced by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay, accuses Adhikari of making...
Trump Questions $21 Million U.S. Aid for India’s Voter Turnout
President Donald Trump has expressed strong reservations about a $21 million U.S. aid package designated to enhance voter turnout in India. This development follows the Department of Government Efficiency’s decision to cancel the funding, a move led by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk. During a recent executive order signing at...
Rahul Gandhi Condemns ‘Midnight Appointment’ of New Election Chief
In a move that has ignited political controversy, Gyanesh Kumar has been appointed as India’s 26th Chief Election Commissioner , succeeding Rajiv Kumar. The decision, announced late Monday night, has drawn sharp criticism from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who described the timing as “disrespectful and discourteous.” Gyanesh Kumar, a...
Kirti Azad Foresees Mamata Leading INDIA Bloc
Trinamool Congress Member of Parliament Kirti Azad has launched a scathing critique against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and the Bharatiya Janata Party , accusing them of offering mere “jumlas”—empty promises—and misleading the public. Azad expressed confidence that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee would ascend to the presidency of...
Maharashtra Initiative for Minority Pilgrimage Site Development
The Maharashtra government has announced a comprehensive development programme aimed at enhancing infrastructure and facilities at religious sites and pilgrimage centres associated with minority communities. The State Department of Minority Development has issued a three-page policy directive inviting proposals from district collectors for the development of sites significant to...
Supreme Court Limits Intervention Pleas in Places of Worship Act Challenge
The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over the increasing number of intervention applications in the ongoing legal challenges to the Places of Worship Act, 1991. During a session on Monday, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna emphasized the necessity to restrict such filings, stating, “There is a limit to...
Tesla Embarks on Indian Talent Acquisition Following Modi-Musk Dialogue
Tesla Inc., the American electric vehicle giant, has initiated a recruitment drive in India, signaling a strategic move into one of the world’s largest automotive markets. This development comes on the heels of a meeting between Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Washington, D.C., where...
Interim SC Protection to YouTuber Ranveer
The Supreme Court has granted interim protection from arrest to YouTuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, following multiple First Information Reports filed against him over controversial remarks made during an episode of the YouTube show ‘India’s Got Latent’. The court has also directed that no further FIRs be registered concerning...
Gyanesh Kumar Appointed as CEC Amidst Opposition Dissent
In a decisive move, the selection committee led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appointed Gyanesh Kumar as the new Chief Election Commissioner of India. This appointment comes despite objections from opposition leader Rahul Gandhi, who expressed concerns over the selection process. Gyanesh Kumar, a 1988-batch Indian Administrative Service...
Tamil Nadu Rejects Minister’s Threat Over Language Policy
Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister, MK Stalin, has strongly rebuked Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s statement regarding the withholding of educational funds until the state agrees to adopt the controversial three-language formula of the New Education Policy . Pradhan’s remarks have sparked widespread criticism, with Stalin accusing the Union government...
