The Supreme Court has reprimanded the Karnataka government for its approach to half-yearly board exams for grades 8, 9, and 10, stating, “Don’t harass students.” The court has halted these exams and their results, demanding clarity on the situation. Criticizing the state’s education model, the bench urged the govt to focus on improving school quality […]
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu emphasized the vital role of police in development during a meeting for Police Commemoration Day in Vijayawada. He praised the state police for their history of combating factionalism and pledged to strengthen the force with modern technology and infrastructure. Naidu announced funding for police welfare and promised to fill 6,100 […]
The Indian government has extended the UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik) scheme for another 10 years to improve air connectivity across the country. Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu celebrated the scheme’s eighth anniversary. Over 601 routes have been established, connecting remote areas and enabling over 14.4 million passengers to fly since its inception.
Ahead of the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections, CM Eknath Shinde and Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis reportedly met with MNS chief Raj Thackeray to discuss a potential alliance. The two-hour discussion focused on seat-sharing strategies for key constituencies. Meanwhile, seat allocation among the Mahayuti coalition is nearly finalized, with elections set for November 20 and results […]
The Karnataka High Court has rejected a PIL seeking an apology from Rahul Gandhi over his alleged remarks about former MP Prajwal Revanna, claiming he “raped 400 women.” The court deemed the petition a misuse of judicial resources, imposing a ₹25,000 fine on the petitioner, the All India Dalit Action Committee. The bench found no […]
The Karnataka High Court has denied bail to former MP Prajwal Revanna, who is accused of raping a domestic worker and sharing obscene videos of the incident. Revanna’s lawyer argued that the evidence was questionable, citing a lack of clarity regarding the video’s content. However, the prosecution highlighted serious allegations, including threats made by Revanna […]
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin raised concerns about alleged attempts to impose Hindi in the state, citing recent changes to the Tamil Nadu anthem. He claimed that specific words were deliberately omitted during a Doordarshan Tamil program, particularly the phrase “Thekkanamum Adhirsirandha Dravida Nal Thirunaadum,” leading to significant criticism and controver...
The Congress Party is buoyed by its success in Punjab’s local body elections, with 50-60% of its backed candidates elected as Sarpanch. This victory follows the party’s performance in the Lok Sabha elections. With four assembly by-polls scheduled for November 13, Congress aims to retain its seats while challenging the AAP, which is also gearing […]
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has urged PM Modi to reconsider the recent price hikes on eight essential medications approved by the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority. In her letter, she emphasized the need for policies that prioritize citizens’ welfare, advocating for a balance between commercial interests and affordable healthcare. Banerjee called for immediate action to […]
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar asserted that Russia has never negatively impacted India’s interests, citing strong economic and strategic reasons for maintaining ties with Moscow. At the NDTV World Summit, he highlighted the historical relationship and Russia’s shift towards Asia amid its tensions with the West, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach in […]
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar expressed deep sorrow over the tragic killing of three migrant construction workers in Ganderbal, Jammu and Kashmir, during a terrorist attack. The CM’s Office announced an ex-gratia payment of ₹2 lakh for each victim’s family and instructed the state’s resident commissioner to arrange for the repatriation of their bodies. Authorities will […]
Recent reports suggest that former AP CM Jagan Mohan Reddy is in discussions with his sister Sharmila regarding a share of their father’s properties, a key factor in their ongoing rift. Following Sharmila’s political entry and increasing dissent within the YSR Congress, Jagan’s position appears precarious. As he seeks potential support from Congress, Sharmila, now […]
The Election Commission has appointed senior IPS officer Ajay Kumar Singh as the new DGP of Jharkhand, following the removal of Anurag Gupta due to past election-related misconduct. Singh, a 1989-batch officer, was selected from a panel of three candidates proposed by the state government. Jharkhand is set to hold elections in two phases on […]
At a Bihar Police event, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar dramatically appealed to DGP Alok Raj, requesting expedited recruitment of police personnel. During his speech, Kumar, with folded hands, asked, “Jaldi kar na dijiyega? (Will you get this done soon?)” The surprised DGP saluted him, but Kumar insisted, “Tell me, will you get this done soon?” […]
YSR Congress leaders, including Roja, have consistently criticized Pawan Kalyan, targeting his film career and personal life. Despite their attacks, public sentiment remains unfazed. After an electoral defeat, Roja’s criticisms seem hypocritical, especially given Pawan’s charitable actions, like donating over ₹5 crore during the Vijayawada floods. His commitment to helping those in ...