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Court Orders Demolition of Sanjauli Mosque Floors in Shimla
A Shimla court has mandated the demolition of three upper floors of a disputed mosque in the Sanjauli area, concluding a contentious legal battle over unauthorized construction. The directive, issued by the Shimla Municipal Commissioner’s Court, must be executed by the Waqf Board and the mosque committee within two...
Survey Challenges Over Alterations to Sambhal Mosque Intensify
Tensions escalated in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, as a survey of a mosque triggered protests and a standoff between local authorities and members of the community. The exercise, initiated by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), was reportedly aimed at investigating unauthorized structural changes to the mosque, located within a...
Rahul Gandhi Challenges Modi on Adani’s Legal Crisis
Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, questioning the government’s perceived silence over Gautam Adani’s legal troubles in the United States. The controversy surrounds allegations of bribery leveled against Adani Group subsidiaries, raising concerns about regulatory oversight and corporate accountability in India. Addressing...
Trump’s Tariff Threat Targets Dollar Alternatives
Donald Trump has sharply criticized efforts by several nations to reduce reliance on the US dollar, signaling potential policy measures against such moves. Speaking at a rally in Wisconsin, the former president and current Republican presidential candidate warned that countries abandoning the dollar for bilateral trade or alternative currencies...
Congress backs Places of Worship Act, targets BJP
The Congress party has declared its unwavering support for the Places of Worship Act while launching a sharp critique against the BJP, accusing the ruling party of undermining the law to sustain divisive politics. This statement comes amid a growing national debate over the Act’s provisions and its role...
Religious Site Disputes Spark Renewed Legal Challenges
Got it! I’ll begin crafting the article. This will take a moment. Disputes surrounding the status of religious sites in Sambhal and Ajmer have reignited debates on the Places of Worship Act, 1991. The law, designed to preserve the status quo of places of worship as they existed on...
Cyclone Fengal Brings Rain, Waterlogging In Chennai
Heavy rains lashed several regions of Tamil Nadu, including its capital Chennai, as Cyclone Fengal moved across the Bay of Bengal. The tropical weather system has caused waterlogging in parts of the city, disrupting daily life and raising concerns about preparedness for such climatic events. The India Meteorological Department...
Bangladesh Freezes 17 ISKCON Bank Accounts Amid Controversy
Bangladesh authorities have frozen 17 bank accounts linked to ISKCON following the arrest of a Hindu leader, sparking debates over religious freedom and financial regulations. The action was initiated amid allegations surrounding financial irregularities and social unrest linked to certain activities of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON)...
Delhi blast at school triggers political blame game
A loud explosion outside a school in Rohini’s Prashant Vihar area of Delhi early Sunday morning has intensified political tensions, with Chief Minister Atishi directly blaming the central government for deteriorating law and order in the city. The incident occurred near the CRPF school, causing damage to the school...
MEA describes US move against Adani as legal matters
The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal has clarified that the allegations against top executives of Adani Group pertain to private entities and individuals. Speaking during the weekly press briefing, Jaiswal emphasized that these are legal matters under the purview of the United States Department of Justice and...
India tightens visa control amidst Bangladesh tensions
Tensions along the India-Bangladesh border have intensified as India tightens its visa restrictions following a surge in violence targeting religious minorities in Bangladesh. This unrest, marked by attacks on Hindu communities and widespread political instability, has raised serious concerns in the region and prompted action to manage potential spillover...
Mehbooba Criticizes Judiciary’s Role in Rising Religious Tensions
Former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Mehbooba Mufti has strongly criticized former Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud for decisions she claims are undermining secularism in the country. In her remarks, she attributed searches in mosques and heightened communal rhetoric to...
Supreme Court Set to Review Plea on Sambhal Mosque Survey
The Supreme Court of India is scheduled to hear a petition challenging the legality of the survey conducted at the Sambhal mosque in Uttar Pradesh, a case that has ignited political, religious, and legal debates across the country. The mosque, which has been a point of contention for various...
UP Waqf Board claims ownership of 115-year-old Varanasi college
A significant property dispute has surfaced in Varanasi after the Uttar Pradesh Sunni Central Waqf Board asserted ownership over Harish Chandra Post Graduate College, a 115-year-old institution with a legacy deeply intertwined with educational and social reform in the region. The board’s claim, based on records allegedly dating back...
Wanted LeT Terrorist Salman Rehman Khan Brought To India From Africa
Salman Rehman Khan, a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operative involved in numerous terror plots, has been extradited to India from Africa following extensive international coordination. Accused of orchestrating attacks and financing terror operations, Khan had been under surveillance after an Interpol Red Notice was issued against him. Authorities confirmed his apprehension...
Urdu Advocates Appeal Over Neglect on Constitution Day
A leading Urdu organization has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressing concerns over the lack of acknowledgment of the Urdu language during Constitution Day celebrations held to mark the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution’s adoption. The letter emphasized the importance of Urdu in India’s linguistic and...
India alerts officials after surveillance of consular staff in Canada
The Indian government has raised concerns over the surveillance of its consular officials in Canada, alleging that private communications have been intercepted. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has taken strong action, urging its officials to exercise caution and be mindful of their communications following the disturbing revelations. The...
BJP Wants Shinde as Fadnavis Deputy to Project Unity
Leaders from the Maharashtra Mahayuti alliance, including Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar, met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah late Thursday to discuss the future of the state’s political landscape. The meeting, which took place in Mumbai, has sparked speculation about the direction of the state’s governance...
