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The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand governments regarding a PIL challenging gender-discriminatory property laws. The petition argues that these laws deny married daughters and widows their rightful share in property. The case calls for the repeal of provisions in the UP Revenue Code and similar laws that disadvantage women […]
Maharashtra’s ruling and opposition leaders condemned Sadabhau Khot, a BJP legislator, for making derogatory remarks about NCP chief Sharad Pawar’s face. Ajit Pawar, Deputy CM and Sharad’s nephew, called Khot’s comments “highly condemnable” and demanded an apology. Khot later apologized, retracting his statement. The incident sparked protests, with NCP worker...
The misuse of cryptocurrencies and drones, alongside online radicalisation and VPNs, is significantly complicating counter-terrorism efforts in India, according to discussions at the ‘Anti-Terror Conference-2024’ by the NIA. The conference highlighted challenges such as cyber terrorism, transnational crimes, and the need for international cooperation.
A ‘red book’ triggered a fierce debate between BJP and Congress. Jairam Ramesh hit out at Deputy CM and key BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis. This comes after Fadnavis claimed that Rahul Gandhi was seeking votes from ‘urban Naxals and anarchists’ by carrying a ‘red book’. “This book is the Constitution of India, of which Dr […]
The PM Internship Scheme registration is open until November 10. Eligible candidates aged 21-24 with qualifications ranging from high school to graduate degrees (BA, B.Sc., B.Com, BBA, etc.) can apply online at pminternship.mca.gov.in. There’s no application fee. Candidates will be shortlisted based on preferences and diversity criteria. Apply for up to 5 internships and get […]
Refreshments getting served to staff of Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu instead of the CM has assumed disproportionate dimensions after a CID probe that termed the goof up an “anti-government” act. Due to a lack of coordination, three boxes of samosas and cakes brought to be served to the CM were served to CM […]
Ahead of the Wayanad by-poll, food kits featuring Congress leaders Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi were seized by the Election Commission’s flying squad. Found in a mill near Congress leader Sasikumar Tholpetti’s home, the kits were allegedly meant for landslide victims but were suspected to be part of election campaigning. Congress denied the claims, saying the […]
BJP legislator Pawan Gupta criticized the National Conference’s (NC) resolution on special status, saying it has upset the central government and delayed the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood. Gupta argued that the controversial resolution has derailed legislative business and strained relations with the Centre, which could have otherwise been more supportive of statehood...
A candidate who challenged the acceptance of NCP candidate Yashwant Mane’s nomination has withdrawn his plea from Bombay High Court. Mane is the NCP candidate from Mohol seat in Maharashtra’s Solapur. The court granted the withdrawal after a bench of Justices Arif Doctor and Somsekhar Sundaresan indicated they were not in favor of the petitioner. […]
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has criticized Maharashtra BJP for spreading false information about Karnataka’s Gruha Lakshmi scheme. In a post on X, he accused the Maharashtra BJP of publishing “outright lies” in media advertisements, claiming that the Karnataka govt failed to deliver on the scheme. He dismissed these claims as “absolute fabrication,” defending the suc...
LoP Rahul Gandhi claimed that several “play-fair businesses” received a call from a “senior Minister” asking them to praise PM Narendra Modi. This comes after his article on how “monopolists” were controlling governing institutions. Rahul Gandhi, in an op-ed, claimed several “play-fair” businesses were persisting in an “oppressive systemR...
French President Emmanuel Macron warned European leaders that the continent must stop relying on the United States for security. Addressing a gathering on Thursday, Macron emphasized that while the U.S. will prioritize its own interests, Europe must and defend its own geopolitical concerns. He questioned whether Europe is ready to protect its people’s interests in […]
India has urged Bangladesh to take firm action against extremist groups following reports of attacks on Hindus in Chittagong, triggered by provocative social media posts. At a media briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal condemned the violence and called on Dhaka to ensure the safety of its Hindu community. India has appealed for prompt measures to […]
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin reacted to actor Vijay’s critique of his Dravida Munetra Karagam (DMK). Many saw Vijay’s speech at TVK’s inaugural event as targeting DMK’s leadership. Reacting to this, Udhayanidhi remained optimistic about DMK’s influence, as it leads the Tamil Nadu government. He said people will give a reply too Vijay […]
Lokayukta police investigating the MUDA site allotment case may summon Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for further questioning if needed, according to his legal adviser A S Ponnanna. Siddaramaiah had appeared before the Lokayukta police in Mysuru on Wednesday in response to a summons, where he was questioned by a team led by Lokayukta SP T […]