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Lashkar Commander’s Associate Killed in Militant Encounters
Three militants, including Abu Osman, a close aide to Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Sajjad Gul, were neutralized in distinct encounters across Kashmir. The Indian security forces reported these developments as part of their ongoing operations aimed at dismantling militant networks in the region. The encounters occurred in two separate locations in...
Siddaramaiah Directs Farmers’ Notices Withdrawal on Waqf Land Issue
A significant shift in Karnataka’s agricultural landscape has emerged as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah ordered the immediate withdrawal of legal notices sent to farmers regarding their occupancy of Waqf land. This directive comes in response to growing concerns over the rights of farmers and the management of Waqf properties, reflecting...
Congress Demands Inquiry into BJP’s ‘Blackmail’ of Ajit Pawar
Congress has escalated tensions in Maharashtra politics by calling for a formal investigation into allegations that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) utilized coercive tactics to induce Ajit Pawar, leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), into its fold. The party’s demand comes amid growing concerns about the integrity of...
Violence in Karnataka’s Village Over Waqf Land
Tensions ran high in Kadakol village, Haveri district, Karnataka, following a violent clash between communities over a longstanding dispute involving Waqf Board land claims. The altercation erupted when a group of residents, fearing the potential loss of their land to the Waqf Board, pelted stones at homes belonging to...
Parliament Committee to Conduct On-Site Waqf Bill Reviews Across Five Cities
The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for the Waqf Properties (Eviction of Unauthorized Occupants) Amendment Bill 2023 is embarking on a comprehensive tour of five cities across India to gather firsthand insights and perspectives from stakeholders on the proposed legislation. The JPC aims to evaluate the on-ground realities of unauthorized...
Two Militants Killed in Jammu and Kashmir Security Operation
Two suspected militants were neutralized in an operation by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Saturday. The encounter, which took place in the Halkan Gali area of Kachwan, was part of an ongoing anti-terrorist initiative involving coordinated efforts by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police,...
Cong blast ECI for Dismissing Haryana Election Allegations
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has firmly refuted allegations from Congress, which claimed irregularities and electoral manipulation during the Haryana assembly elections. Congress’s accusations mainly centered on electronic voting machine (EVM) discrepancies, which party leaders argued disproportionately affected their candidates. Jairam Ramesh, Congress general secretary, expressed dismay over...
US Tightens Sanctions on Companies Supplying Military Gear to Russia
The United States has expanded its sanctions regime to include a broad network of 398 foreign companies, including 15 firms operating in India, as part of a focused effort to curb supplies aiding Russia’s military. This latest move underscores Washington’s commitment to stymieing any form of indirect support for...
Bihar Moves to Reclaim Encroached Land in Bettiah Estate
Amid ongoing struggles over land rights, the Bihar government has initiated a significant effort to clear encroachments across the former zamindari estate of Bettiah Raj. Officials estimate that approximately half of this extensive estate has been encroached upon over decades, raising complex questions about land use, governance, and rights...
Trump Highlights Hindu Plight in Diwali Greeting
Donald Trump’s Diwali message this year stirred international discourse by directly addressing human rights concerns, particularly regarding Hindu communities in Bangladesh. Trump’s statements emphasized what he termed “atrocities” against Hindus, charging that the Biden administration has shown little attention to religious freedom concerns impacting Hindu communities across South Asia....
Festive Gesture at Tense Borders as Troops Share Diwali Sweets
During Diwali, troops from India and China observed a longstanding tradition of exchanging sweets at various locations along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Despite continued military tensions and ongoing diplomatic negotiations regarding border disputes, this gesture highlights a rare moment of cordiality. Such exchanges, a practice initiated to...
JK Foundation Day Boycott Highlights Political Tensions
Political discourse in Jammu and Kashmir has once again reached a critical juncture with the National Conference (NC), led by Omar Abdullah, declaring it would abstain from the region’s Union Territory Foundation Day. Party leaders, including Sheikh Bashir Ahmad, described the day as one marked by “humiliation” for the...
Rajasthan Recalls Textbooks over Godhra Content
The Rajasthan government has initiated the recall of several school textbooks just one month into their distribution, citing “technical deficiencies.” These textbooks, intended for use across state-run schools, contained chapters on the 2002 Godhra train burning incident, which triggered widespread communal violence and has since remained a point of...
Former MP Claims 25 Crore Bribe Offer in UPA Vote Crisis
Former Lok Sabha MP Sebastian Paul has brought a sensational allegation to the forefront, asserting he was offered ₹25 crore to support the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government in a no-confidence motion following the Left’s withdrawal of support in 2008. Paul, who represented Ernakulam, Kerala, revealed that he rejected...
Calcutta HC Dismisses Animal Sacrifice Stay Plea for Kali Puja
The Calcutta High Court has denied a plea seeking to impose a stay on animal sacrifice during the Kali Puja festivities, affirming that the matter rests in the realm of religious practices. The court articulated that the debate over whether mythical characters like goddess Kali were vegetarian or not...
Chennai Lottery Tycoon’s Case Returns to Supreme Court
Enforcement Directorate (ED) is preparing to approach the Supreme Court of India in a significant case concerning Santiago Martin, widely recognized as the ‘lottery king’ of Chennai. This move comes in the wake of Martin emerging as a substantial political donor earlier this year, contributing a staggering ₹1,368 crore...
Diwali Celebrations Canceled as Diplomatic Tensions Escalate
The cancellation of Diwali celebrations in Canada by the leader of the Conservative Party, Pierre Poilievre, has sparked significant backlash from the Indian community, with many expressing feelings of betrayal and disappointment. The decision comes amid escalating diplomatic tensions between Canada and India, which have been exacerbated by allegations...
Canada Accuses Amit Shah of Targeting Sikh Separatists
Tensions escalated between Canada and India following allegations from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who stated that the Indian government was involved in the assassination of a Sikh separatist leader in British Columbia. This claim, made during a parliamentary address, has sent shockwaves through diplomatic channels, prompting widespread condemnation...
