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Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin provocatively suggested that couples should consider having 16 children, referencing a Tamil saying about 16 types of wealth. His comments, made during a mass wedding event, were a response to concerns over potential reductions in Lok Sabha seats due to population changes. Stalin criticized the trend toward smaller families, urging […]
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his indefinite fast after the Ministry of Home Affairs assured that discussions on Ladakh’s demands would resume on December 3. Wangchuk and fellow activists had protested for Sixth Schedule status to safeguard the region’s cultural heritage. Following a meeting with MHA officials, he expressed hope for positive dialogue.
The CBI has approached the Supreme Court to contest the Karnataka government’s decision to transfer its investigation into Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar’s alleged disproportionate assets to the state Lokayukta. The agency argues that the state’s withdrawal of consent for the investigation, previously granted by the BJP government, is unjustified. The High Court had dis...
The Supreme Court criticized the Finance Ministry for demanding data from Debts Recovery Tribunals (DRTs), asserting it improperly treats judicial staff as subordinates. The court expressed outrage at the short deadline for data collection and called for additional staffing if needed. The court earlier issued a notice to the ministry regarding its treatment of the […]
Purnia MP Pappu Yadav labeled Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma as “a goon,” alleging he resorted to hooliganism during his visit to Jharkhand. Yadav expressed confidence in Hemant Soren’s leadership, claiming locals prefer a government that understands their needs. He praised Kalpana Soren as a symbol of women’s empowerment, asserting that the BJP will face […]
Despite spending Rs 6,856 crore on cleaning the Yamuna from 2017-22, the river remains heavily polluted. Agencies blame each other for inaction, with Delhi contributing 80% of the river’s contamination, despite only 2% of its length flowing through the city. Experts highlight ineffective treatment plants and the Najafgarh drain as key pollution sources.
PM Narendra Modi extended his greetings to followers of Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia on the 721st annual Urs celebration. He emphasized the occasion as a time for reflection on the Sufi saint’s enduring teachings, which promote harmony and brotherhood. Modi praised the contributions of Sufi saints to music and literature, urging their values to inspire future […]
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 […]