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Governor Demands Justice Amidst Shocking Assaults in Bengal
West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose has vowed to ensure justice following harrowing reports of sexual violence in Sandeshkhali. The victims, allegedly targeted by associates of a local Trinamool Congress leader, detailed their traumatic experiences during a visit by the governor. Shocked by the extent of the abuse, Bose...
Mob Violence at Kolkata Hospital as Doctors Demand Justice
Chaos erupted at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata when a violent mob stormed the facility late on Thursday, August 15. The incident occurred amid growing tensions following the rape and murder of a female trainee doctor at the hospital. The mob, reportedly consisting of around...
Modi Stresses Urgency of Secular Civil Code in I-Day Address
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort, emphasized the pressing need for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India, highlighting the importance of making it secular and non-discriminatory. Addressing the nation on the 78th Independence Day, Modi underscored that the current civil code...
Supreme Court Rejects Arvind Kejriwal’s Bail Plea in CBI Case
The Supreme Court has refused to grant interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in connection with the Central Bureau of Investigation’s (CBI) case involving the alleged excise policy scam. Despite arguments presented by Kejriwal’s defense, citing health concerns, the bench led by Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal...
Karnataka Halts Dealings with SBI, PNB Amid Financial Controversies
The Karnataka government has ordered an immediate suspension of all financial transactions with State Bank of India (SBI) and Punjab National Bank (PNB) following serious allegations of financial misconduct. A government circular dated August 12, signed by P.C. Jaffer, Secretary of the Finance Department, directed all state departments, including...
SC Denies Interim Bail to Kejriwal, Sets Hearing for CBI Case
The Supreme Court of India declined to grant interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is currently under arrest in connection with the Delhi excise policy corruption case. A bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan issued this ruling while hearing Kejriwal’s plea against the Delhi...
SC Denies Interim Bail to Kejriwal in Excise Policy Corruption Case
The Supreme Court of India has denied interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in connection with a high-profile corruption case concerning the controversial excise policy. The apex court, while refusing the bail, issued a notice to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), seeking its response to Kejriwal’s...
Sheikh Hasina Reflects on Tragic Family Losses Amid Protest
Sheikh Hasina, Prime Minister of Bangladesh, has issued a poignant statement reflecting on the personal tragedy her family endured following the assassination of her father, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, on August 15, 1975. This emotive message, shared on X by her son, marks a significant moment of personal and political...
Delhi Doctors’ Protest Escalates; BJP Claims TMC Ties
A significant protest by medical professionals has erupted in Delhi, marking a critical moment in the ongoing dispute over healthcare policies. Thousands of doctors from both public and private sectors have mobilized, demanding immediate reforms and improved working conditions amidst growing tensions with the state government. The demonstration began...
CBI Assumes Control of Kolkata Doctor’s Assault and Murder Case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the high-profile case involving the assault and murder of a Kolkata-based doctor, a move prompted by growing public and legal pressure. The Calcutta High Court’s decision to transfer the investigation underscores the gravity of the situation and dissatisfaction with the...
US Denies Role in Bangladesh Turmoil; Ramaswamy Criticizes Hindu Attacks
The United States has refuted claims of its involvement in the ongoing political and social unrest in Bangladesh. Recent reports suggested that external influences might be exacerbating the crisis, but US officials have dismissed these allegations, emphasizing their non-interference stance in Bangladesh’s domestic issues. The US State Department reiterated...
BJP MP Jagdambika Pal to Lead Waqf Bill Panel
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has designated BJP MP Jagdambika Pal as the Chairperson of the newly formed Joint Committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. This move follows the recent formation of a 31-member Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) in response to requests from opposition parties. The JPC on...
States Gain Legal Ground to Collect Past Dues on Mineral Royalties
A landmark decision by India’s Supreme Court has strengthened the authority of states to collect royalties on their mineral resources, significantly altering the revenue landscape for mineral-rich regions. The court’s ruling dismissed the central government’s argument that it alone holds the legislative power to levy and collect such dues,...
Smaller Parties Consider Third Front Ahead of Maharashtra Elections
Amid shifting political dynamics in Maharashtra, several smaller parties have signaled their intention to coalesce into a Third Front for the upcoming state assembly elections. This move represents a strategic pivot as these groups seek to challenge the dominant Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA)...
Rahul Demands Sebi Chief’s Resignation; SP, AAP Show Support
Calls for the resignation of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) Chairman have intensified following comments by Rahul Gandhi. Gandhi, a prominent figure in the Indian National Congress, has criticized the current head of Sebi, arguing that their tenure has been marked by inefficiencies and failures in...
SC Warns of Action Over Unregulated Healthcare Institutions
The Supreme Court has issued a stern warning to the central and state governments, including Union Territories, regarding the proliferation of unauthorized allied healthcare educational institutions and organizations. This caution comes in light of ongoing issues with the enforcement of the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP)...
BJP Leader Accuses DMK of Disrespect to National Flag
Tamil Nadu’s political landscape has been stirred by a new controversy involving the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and its stance on the national flag. K Annamalai, the president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Tamil Nadu, has accused the DMK of consistently showing disregard for the Indian national...
BJP Accuses Rahul Gandhi of Deep-Seated Hatred Toward Modi
A sharp clash has emerged between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, with the BJP accusing Gandhi of harboring a pathological hatred toward Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This latest development in the ongoing political discourse highlights the deepening rift between the two major political figures....
