The Vishva Hindu Parishad has announced a 2-day nationwide protest, starting Friday, against the atrocities on religious minorities in Bangladesh. VHP spokesperson Vinod Bansal stated the protest, supported by the Bajrang Dal and other Hindu groups, aims to defend minority rights. He accused Bangladesh of being influenced by Islamic jihadist elements and urged participation for […]
The Uttar Pradesh government has set up a three-member judicial panel to investigate the violence in Sambhal on November 24, which resulted in four deaths during clashes over a mosque survey. The panel, led by retired Allahabad High Court Judge Devendra Kumar Arora, will examine if the violence was premeditated and identify those responsible for […]
After taking oath as Jharkhand’s chief minister, Hemant Soren announced plans to initiate legal action to recover ₹1.36 lakh crore in coal dues from the Centre. This decision came just 25 days after Soren had appealed to the Centre for the payment. No ministers were sworn in during the day’s cabinet meeting.
Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized that all members must adhere to parliamentary rules, calling any deviation “sacrilegious” to the “temple of democracy.” In response to Congress MP Jairam Ramesh’s query on how to persuade the chair, Dhankhar stated that the chair is persuaded by strict adherence to rules and that rulings must be respected, […]
The Poultry India International Conference, which began at Hi-Tech City, Hyderabad, will conclude today. Around 400 companies from various countries set up stalls at the event, which started on November 27. The conference featured impressive demonstrations showcasing the use of AI technology in the poultry sector. A large number of farmers from the poultry sector […]
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided businessman Raj Kundra’s house and offices on Friday in connection with a money laundering investigation involving the production and distribution of pornographic content through mobile apps.
Security around Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal, UP, has been heightened ahead of Friday prayers, with Rapid Action Force (RAF) and drones deployed to maintain order. This follows a violent incident during an Archaeological Survey of India’s inspection on Nov 24, which resulted in five deaths and multiple injuries. A Judicial Inquiry Commission has been […]
Social media giants have criticized Australia’s new law banning under-16s from joining platforms, calling it rushed and unclear. UNICEF Australia also expressed concern, warning it may drive children into unregulated online spaces. PM Anthony Albanese acknowledged potential flaws but defended the law as necessary to reduce harm and protect young Australians, despite industry backlash.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, at the launch of Mohinder Amarnath’s memoir Fearless, compared India’s 1983 Cricket World Cup victory to a pivotal moment in Indian foreign policy. He noted how both cricket and diplomacy have evolved since, highlighting India’s growing influence globally. He emphasized the parallels between India’s cricket rise and its foreign pol...
Mangal Munda, great-grandson of tribal icon Birsa Munda, passed away at 45 due to cardiovascular failure early Friday at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Jharkhand. He was on a ventilator after sustaining severe head injuries from a fall off a passenger vehicle roof in Khunti district on November 25, despite efforts to save him.
ISKCON expressed support for priest Chinmoy Krishna Das, arrested on sedition charges for allegedly raising a flag on a stand displaying Bangladesh’s national flag. In a post on X, ISKCON, Inc. declared, “We stand with Chinmoy Krishna Das. Our prayers to Lord Krishna for the protection of all these devotees.” The arrest has triggered widespread […]
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde stated that he had good and positive discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP president JP Nadda regarding government formation. Shinde mentioned that a decision on the next CM will be made within a day or two after further discussions in a Mahayuti coalition meeting. He emphasized he would […]
The Andhra Pradesh Collectors’ conference, originally scheduled for Dec 3 has been postponed. The govt announced that the postponement is due to the Cabinet meeting being held on Dec 4. The Chief Secretary has directed all depts to submit proposals for discussion at the Cabinet meeting by December 2. It is now expected that the […]
A controversy has erupted in Varanasi as the Uttar Pradesh Waqf Board claims ownership of the 115-year-old Udai Pratap College. The board asserts the college land is Waqf property, tied to a mosque on campus. However, the college administration denies this, stating the land belongs to a charitable endowment and cannot be transferred, rejecting the […]
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav, speaking at an interactive session in Germany, invited German companies to invest in the state, emphasizing its growing market and potential. He highlighted that the state offers advanced technologies and attractive incentives, seeking a new partnership with Germany beyond just trade. CM Yadav described Madhya Pradesh as a prime investment […]