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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla confirmed that TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee apologized in writing and in the House for his remarks against Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. Birla called the incident unfortunate, stressing that personal remarks, especially against women, harm dignity and honor. He emphasized that while disagreements are part of democracy, personal attacks should be […]
The Supreme Court ruled that the ED cannot instruct public prosecutors on how to conduct themselves in court, emphasizing their independence. The court’s remarks came while granting bail to Zeeshan Haider and Daud Nasir, arrested in the Delhi Waqf Board money laundering case, highlighting their prolonged detention and the unlikely start of the trial in […]
Ex-Andhra Pradesh Tourism Minister M. Srinivasa Rao (Avanti) resigned from the YSR Congress Party on Thursday, citing personal reasons. He also stepped down as the Bheemili Assembly constituency in-charge. In his resignation letter, Rao expressed gratitude to CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy for the opportunities given to him, announcing his decision to withdraw from politics.
AAP criticized the BJP-led Union government over Delhi’s deteriorating law and order. Arvind Kejriwal stated that criminals no longer fear the law, citing recent shootings. AAP’s official X post mocked Amit Shah. MP Sanjay Singh filed a notice in the Rajya Sabha to discuss rising crime, threats to representatives, and safety concerns in the capital, […]
BJP chief JP Nadda raised questions about the ties between Sonia Gandhi and US billionaire George Soros in Rajya Sabha, as the Congress-led opposition moved a no-confidence motion against Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar, who chairs the House. Nadda condemned Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge’s remarks against the chair and criticized his refusal to engage in parliamentary meetings.
The Biden administration is considering harsher sanctions on Russia’s oil trade to weaken the Kremlin ahead of Trump’s return. With oil prices dropping and fears of Trump pushing for a quick Ukraine-Russia deal, Biden’s team is more open to aggressive measures. The administration also ramps up military and financial support for Ukraine as Trump’s stance […]
South Korean police conducted a raid on the presidential office compound on Thursday as part of an investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol’s failed martial law attempt last week, according to Yonhap news agency. Authorities aimed to seize documents and materials, following a failed attempt the previous day when security guards blocked the operation.
Supriya Sule and Kanimozhi praised Indian Railways for improving cleanliness at stations. Sule, during a Lok Sabha discussion on the Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, acknowledged the efforts in Maharashtra but raised concerns about reduced stoppages at Daund, Nira, and Jejuri stations. She urged the Railways Ministry to find alternative solutions to ensure economic benefits while […]
The Army apprehended Pakistani intruder Mohd Sadiq (18) near the LoC in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir. He was allegedly attempting to infiltrate India when intercepted by troops at Noorkote village. The individual was not carrying any incriminating material and is being questioned to determine his motive. Preliminary investigations suggest that Sadiq may have crossed the […]
IHCL MD and CEO Puneet Chhatwal was re-elected as chairman of FAITH (Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism and Hospitality) for 2024-2026. Ajeet Bajaj and Ajay Prakash were elected vice chairmen, Rajiv Mehra as general secretary, and Kanwarjit Singh Sawhney as treasurer. Mehra emphasized working together to boost tourism, employment, and economic contributions.
The Chandigarh Commission for Protection of Child Rights has advised Diljit Dosanjh to avoid singing songs like ‘Patiala Peg’ at his upcoming concert in Chandigarh, citing concerns about promoting alcohol, drugs, and violence. The commission also urged Dosanjh not to invite children on stage due to high sound levels and called for ensuring no alcohol […]
Google unveiled Gemini 2.0, its latest AI model, featuring multimodal outputs, image generation, and integrated tools like Search and Maps. Launching 10 months after Gemini 1.5, the experimental Gemini 2.0 Flash offers low latency and enhanced performance. Developers can access it via Google AI Studio, while new prototypes like Project Astra explore AI’s future capabilities […]
Amid Congress protests in Parliament over the Adani issue, Sadhguru expressed concern over disruptions, calling it disheartening for India’s democratic aspirations. He emphasized that wealth creators should not be politicized and discrepancies should be addressed legally. Highlighting the importance of thriving Indian businesses for national progress, he urged for productive discussions.
Donald Trump appointed Kari Lake, an election denier and former news anchor, as Voice of America director. Critics recall VOA’s politicization during Trump’s first term, including removing editorial safeguards. Lake, a hard-line conservative, lost Arizona gubernatorial and Senate races. Trump emphasized broadcasting “fair and accurate” American values globally. Concerns ...
PM Narendra Modi wished NCP chief Sharad Pawar on his 84th birthday, praying for his long and healthy life. He shared his message on X, stating, “Birthday wishes to Sharad Pawar Ji.” Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge also wished Pawar, expressing his hopes for the NCP leader’s good health and long life via a post on […]