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A PIL filed in Bombay High Court challenges Maharashtra’s move to grant Kunbi certificates to Marathas, calling it arbitrary, unconstitutional, and politically motivated. The plea argues the move bypasses legal caste recognition and violates Supreme Court findings. It seeks to quash three government resolutions and halt the issuance of such caste certificates.
Tamil Nadu’s government acts against caste discrimination in schools after incidents like the Nanguneri assault. A study found 30% of schools report such bias. New rules ban caste identifiers, enforce confidentiality, and strengthen grievance systems. Measures include weekly reviews and strict mobile phone policies to ensure a safer, fairer environment.
Rabi Laxmi Chitrakar, wife of former Nepal PM Jhala Nath Khanal, is critically injured with severe burns from violent protests in Kathmandu, despite false reports of her death. Unrest continues across Nepal after PM Oli resigned, with protests against corruption leading to arson, vandalism, and growing political uncertainty throughout the country.
Charlie Kirk, a pro-Trump activist, was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University. President Trump posthumously awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom, calling him a “martyr for truth.” The FBI recovered the murder weapon and is analyzing evidence, including footage and prints, to identify the college-aged suspect.
Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and Trump ally, was fatally shot during a Utah college event. The FBI recovered the bolt-action rifle used and obtained footage of the suspect, described as college-aged. US President Trump blamed the radical left, calling Kirk a patriot and martyr for truth, democracy, and freedom in America.
PP Thankachan, senior Congress leader and former Kerala Speaker, passed away at 86 in Aluva. Known for his grassroots leadership, he served as MLA, Agriculture Minister, KPCC President, and UDF convener. Hospital officials confirmed his death due to age-related ailments and chest infection. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, and a son.
A toll-free call centre (1800 599 5991) was launched in Hyderabad to assist Indiramma Housing beneficiaries with issues like bill delays, photo upload issues, and corruption complaints. It is open daily from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm; it verifies details via phone and Aadhaar. Minister for Housing Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy inaugurated the service.
Arvind Kejriwal called BJP’s actions “hooliganism” after AAP leaders Sanjay Singh and Imran Hussain were detained in Srinagar. They were stopped from protesting against the PSA detention of AAP MLA Mehraj Malik. Kejriwal shared a video of Farooq Abdullah being denied entry, calling it a suppression of democratic voices and opposition dissent.
PM Modi today visited rain-hit Uttarakhand and announced ₹1,200 cr for relief and rehabilitation. Families of the deceased will receive ₹2 l, injured, ₹50,000. Damaged homes will be rebuilt under PMAY. Modi praised rescue teams and met victims. Support for orphans will be extended via PM CARES. Infrastructure restoration efforts are also underway.
The CRPF wrote to Congress president Mallikarjuna Kharge that Congress supremo Rahul Gandhi was not following security protocol. It mentions that Rahul Gandhi went on a trip to Italy in December, Vietnam in March, Dubai in April, Qatar and London in June and Malaysia in September. Rahul said that CRPF Yellow Book rules are not […]
Nepal remains without a prime minister after KP Sharma Oli’s resignation amid anti-corruption protests. Gen-Z-backed candidates—Balen Shah, Harka Sampang, Rabi Lamichhane, Kulman Ghising, and Sushila Karki—are being considered. Clashes erupted among supporters as no consensus emerged. President Paudel urged calm while the country faces political uncertainty.
In her upcoming book 107 Days, Kamala Harris criticizes the decision to let Joe Biden solely decide on his 2024 re-election bid, calling it “recklessness.” She cites fatigue and ego as factors behind his poor debate performance and withdrawal. Harris, who replaced him, ultimately lost the election to Donald Trump.
A Delhi court rejected a plea alleging that Sonia Gandhi’s voter list was made entry in 1980 before she got Indian citizenship in 1983. The petitioner claimed forged documents were used and demanded an FIR. The court rejected the case, providing relief to Gandhi amid BJP allegations of electoral law violations tied to her early […]
AAP leader Sanjay Singh claimed he was placed under house arrest in Srinagar while protesting MLA Mehraj Malik’s detention. Barred from holding a press conference or meeting Farooq Abdullah, Singh dramatically climbed a locked gate to speak with the former CM. The incident follows mounting protests over Malik’s arrest in Doda.
At the 2025 CIAM convention, Nitin Gadkari dismissed E20 fuel criticism as a “paid campaign” targeting him politically. He also proposed GST relief for consumers scrapping old vehicles to buy new ones, urging the Finance Minister and PM to support the move, aiming to strengthen India’s vehicle scrappage and clean energy initiatives.