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Indonesian President’s Ancestry Remark Delights Leaders
During his inaugural state visit to India, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto shared a personal anecdote that resonated deeply with his hosts. At a banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu, Subianto revealed that a DNA test had uncovered his Indian ancestry, a revelation that prompted laughter and applause from Prime...
US Supreme Court Clears Tahawwur Rana’s Extradition to India
The United States Supreme Court has dismissed the final legal challenge by Tahawwur Rana, a Canadian national of Pakistani origin, clearing the path for his extradition to India. Rana is sought by Indian authorities for his alleged involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, which resulted in the deaths...
Debate Over Loudspeaker Use at Religious Sites Heats Up
Mumbai is witnessing a resurgence of debate over the use of loudspeakers at religious sites, with Hindu activists urging authorities to enforce the Supreme Court’s directives on noise pollution. They argue that the continued use of loudspeakers, particularly during early morning hours, disrupts daily life and contravenes legal guidelines....
Waqf Bill JPC members suspended amid turmoil
A parliamentary panel session on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, descended into disorder on Friday, leading to the suspension of ten opposition members. The Joint Parliamentary Committee’s chairman, Jagdambika Pal, accused these members of disruptive conduct, including the use of unparliamentary language, which necessitated the adjournment of proceedings twice....
Umar Farooq Denounces Waqf Act Amendments as Threat to Autonomy
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, the head of the Mutahida Majlis-E-Ulema (MMU) in Jammu and Kashmir, has expressed strong opposition to the proposed amendments in the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. In a written submission to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC), the MMU emphasized that the suggested changes pose a significant threat...
Senior Advocates Urge CJI to Initiate CBI Probe Against Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav
Thirteen senior advocates have formally requested Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna to direct the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to register a First Information Report (FIR) against Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court. The advocates’ letter highlights a speech delivered by Justice Yadav at...
US Supreme Court Approves Extradition of 26/11 Accused Tahawwur Rana to India
The United States Supreme Court has authorized the extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman, to India for his alleged involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. This decision marks a significant development in the pursuit of justice for the 166 victims of the attacks. Rana, 63,...
Bombay HC Orders Action on Loudspeaker Noise
The Bombay High Court has mandated law enforcement agencies to promptly address noise pollution complaints stemming from religious establishments. A bench comprising Justices Ajey Gadkari and Kamal Khata emphasized that the use of loudspeakers is not an essential component of any religion and should not infringe upon public peace....
Rahul Gandhi Faces Backlash Over Netaji’s Death Date Mention
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 128th birth anniversary has ignited controversy due to the inclusion of a disputed death date. In a social media post, Gandhi honored Bose’s legacy, stating his lifespan as January 23, 1897 – August 18, 1945. This specific...
Judge Blocks Trump’s Order on Birthright Citizenship
A federal judge in Seattle has temporarily halted President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship in the United States. District Judge John C. Coughenour, appointed by President Ronald Reagan, labeled the order as “blatantly unconstitutional,” referencing the 14th Amendment, which guarantees citizenship to all individuals born...
Indian Students in U.S. Abandon Part-Time Jobs Amid Deportation Concerns
Indian students pursuing higher education in the United States are discontinuing their part-time employment due to apprehensions about potential deportation under the current administration’s stringent immigration policies. These students, holding F-1 visas, are permitted to work up to 20 hours per week on-campus. However, to manage living expenses such...
Indian Families Seek U.S. Citizenship Amid Legal Uncertainty
A surge in cesarean section (C-section) deliveries among Indian families aiming for U.S. citizenship has been observed, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s executive order intended to end birthright citizenship. The order, signed on January 20, 2025, seeks to deny citizenship to children born in the U.S. to non-citizen parents....
BJP Pledges Ayushman Bharat for Delhi
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced its commitment to implement the Ayushman Bharat health scheme in Delhi during its first cabinet meeting, should it secure victory in the upcoming assembly elections. This declaration was made by BJP National President J.P. Nadda while unveiling the party’s manifesto, termed the...
Shiv Sena (UBT) Urges Bharat Ratna for Bal Thackeray
On the 99th birth anniversary of Bal Thackeray, the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) faction has called for India’s highest civilian honor, the Bharat Ratna, to be awarded to its late founder. Senior leader Sanjay Raut emphasized Thackeray’s significant contributions to the rights of Marathi people and his role...
VHP for Unified Law Governing All Religious Endowments
The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has formally appealed to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) reviewing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, proposing the establishment of a single, comprehensive law to oversee the endowments of all religious properties across the nation. This initiative aims to replace the current system, which has distinct...
Supreme Court Moves to Appoint Ad Hoc Judges to Address High Court Backlogs
The Supreme Court has proposed the appointment of ad hoc judges in high courts to tackle the substantial backlog of criminal appeals. This initiative involves invoking Article 224A of the Constitution, which permits the Chief Justice of a High Court, with the President’s prior consent, to request retired judges...
China Considers Bangladesh’s Request for Loan Interest Rate Reduction
Bangladesh has formally requested China to reduce the interest rates on loans provided under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) from the current 2-3% to 1%. This appeal was made during a bilateral meeting in Beijing between Bangladesh’s Foreign Adviser, Md. Touhid Hossain, and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi....
India to Repatriate 18,000 Undocumented Citizens from U.S.
India has announced plans to repatriate approximately 18,000 of its citizens residing illegally in the United States, aiming to strengthen bilateral relations and safeguard existing visa programs. This decision comes in response to the U.S. administration’s intensified focus on curbing illegal immigration. External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar emphasized India’s...
