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BJP’s New Plan Aims to Tackle Yamuna Pollution Crisis
Work to tackle the pollution crisis of the Yamuna River commenced on Sunday, as authorities unveiled an ambitious plan to address the severe environmental degradation that has plagued the river for decades. The initiative, which aims to cleanse the river within the next three years, comes after weeks of...
SY Quraishi Denies Claims of Foreign Funding for Voter Turnout
Former Chief Election Commissioner of India, SY Quraishi, has firmly rejected allegations linking him to the use of US government funds to boost voter turnout during his tenure. The controversy emerged following an announcement by the US Department of Government Efficiency , led by billionaire Elon Musk, detailing significant...
Magnitude 4.0 Earthquake Shakes Delhi and NCR
A 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck Delhi and its surrounding areas, with tremors felt across the National Capital Region , on the morning of February 17. The earthquake, which occurred around 10:30 AM, sent residents rushing out of their homes and offices, with reports of buildings swaying in various parts...
Tragedy Strikes New Delhi Railway Station: Stampede Claims 18 Lives
A devastating stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday evening resulted in the deaths of at least 18 individuals and left numerous others injured. The incident occurred as massive crowds gathered on platforms 13 and 14, with passengers amassing within a brief 15 to 20-minute window, leading to...
Rahul Gandhi’s Rating Declines Amidst Political Shifts
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s approval rating has experienced a decline, with 27% of respondents rating his performance as Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha as ‘poor’, according to the latest India Today-CVoter Mood of the Nation survey. This reflects a 3-percentage-point increase from the August 2024 survey, where...
Delhi HC Admits CBI’s Appeal Against A Raja’s Acquittal
The Delhi High Court has granted the Central Bureau of Investigation permission to appeal the acquittal of former telecom minister A Raja and others in the 2G spectrum allocation case. Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma, presiding over the matter, determined that the CBI presented a prima facie case warranting a...
BJP Leaders Rebuke Telangana CM’s Remarks on PM Modi’s Caste
Union Minister of State for Home Affairs and Karimnagar MP, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, has criticised Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for his statements regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s caste background. Kumar described Reddy’s comments as a “desperate diversion tactic” aimed at shifting focus from the state’s 42% reservation...
Tharoor Commends Modi Diplomacy Amidst Party Dissent
In a notable deviation from his party’s stance, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s diplomatic efforts during his recent visit to the United States. This commendation comes in the wake of internal party criticisms, notably from former Congress President Rahul Gandhi, who has been vocal...
Probe ordered into renovation of Kejriwal’s former residence
The Central Vigilance Commission has launched a detailed investigation into alleged irregularities surrounding the renovation of 6, Flagstaff Road, the former official residence of ex-Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. This action follows a factual report submitted by the Central Public Works Department on February 13, 2025. The CVC has...
Faisal Patel snaps Cong links, cites neglect
Faisal Patel, son of the late Congress stalwart Ahmed Patel, has announced his decision to cease his involvement with the Indian National Congress , expressing profound disappointment over his experiences within the party. In a heartfelt message shared on X , he conveyed his sentiments, stating, “With great pain...
Chandrachud: Faith Compatible with Judicial Independence
Former Chief Justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud, has articulated that Article 370 was designed as a temporary provision destined to phase out and emphasized that personal faith does not impede judicial independence. In a comprehensive interview with the BBC’s HARDtalk programme, Chandrachud addressed pivotal judgments and controversies from his...
Mann Sanctions ₹14,000 Crore Arrears for Employees and Pensioners
The Punjab Cabinet has approved the disbursement of ₹14,000 crore in pending arrears to government employees and pensioners. This decision, taken during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, aims to provide financial relief to approximately three lakh employees and an equal number of pensioners. A government spokesperson...
BJP Accuses Kejriwal of ‘Digital Loot’ Over CMO Delhi X Handle Renaming
A political controversy has erupted in the capital as the Bharatiya Janata Party has accused former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of misappropriating the official X handle of the Chief Minister’s Office . The handle, previously known as ‘CMO Delhi’, was reportedly renamed to ‘Arvind Kejriwal At Work’ , a...
US Initiates Reciprocal Tariffs, Targeting India’s High Import Duties
The United States has announced the implementation of reciprocal tariffs aimed at countries imposing substantial duties on American imports, with India identified as a primary focus due to its elevated tariff rates. This move signifies a significant shift in US trade policy, potentially impacting the longstanding economic relationship between...
Supreme Court Criticises ED’s Detention Practices
The Supreme Court has granted bail to former bureaucrat Arun Kumar Tripathi, arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case linked to the Chhattisgarh liquor scam. The court expressed disapproval of the ED’s approach, likening it to the misuse of dowry harassment laws under Section...
Uttarakhand HC Seeks Govt Responses on UCC Challenges
The Uttarakhand High Court has issued notices to both the central and state governments, mandating responses within six weeks to public interest litigations contesting the state’s recently implemented Uniform Civil Code . The petitioners argue that certain provisions of the UCC infringe upon the fundamental rights of the Muslim...
BJP Alleges Cong MP’s Wife Linked to Pakistan’s ISI
The Bharatiya Janata Party has levelled serious allegations against Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi’s wife, Elizabeth Colbourn, asserting that she has connections with Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence . Gogoi, the Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, has vehemently denied these claims, labelling them as “laughable and entertaining.” BJP...
Kejriwal Contemplates Major Overhaul Following AAP’s Rout
The Aam Aadmi Party , led by Arvind Kejriwal, is poised for significant internal restructuring after its recent electoral loss in Delhi, which concluded the party’s decade-long governance in the national capital. Kejriwal, the party’s national convener, has initiated a series of meetings with AAP’s top leadership to dissect...
