Shimla’s district court has dismissed the All Himachal Muslim Organisation’s appeal against the demolition of three illegal storeys of the Sanjauli mosque. The court upheld the October 5 order of the Municipal Commissioner. The mosque committee president, Latif Mohammad, has cited labor shortages and weather as reasons for delaying the demolition, which is expected to […]
Nepal PM Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli is on his first official visit to China, breaking tradition of visiting India first. During his four-day trip, Oli will meet President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, discussing investment deals, including converting Chinese loans into grants. Nepal seeks to reduce its historical dependence on India, as China increases […]
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the BJP-led central government over the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, accusing it of targeting Muslims. During a debate in the assembly, she expressed doubts about the bill’s passage in Parliament and alleged that the Centre had bypassed state governments on the issue, raising concerns over its implications.
Lok Sabha Speaker initiated an all-party meeting to address the ongoing parliament logjam. Over recent days, disruptions caused many adjournments in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. This meeting seeks to restore order and ensure smoother operations within the house. While the opposition demands debates on key issues like Sambhal and Delhi’s law and order, […]
India is expected to finalize contracts for 26 Rafale-M fighter jets and three Scorpene submarines next month, Navy Chief Admiral DK Tripathi announced. The deals, including govt-to-govt negotiations, are nearing completion. He also highlighted the ongoing monitoring of China and Pakistan’s naval activities, while discussing India’s efforts to modernize its navy, with nuclear submar...
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal criticized the rising crime rate in Delhi, calling it a “Jungle Raj” and alleging that people have never witnessed such lawlessness. He met a family in Naraina, where two members were killed by criminals within six months. Kejriwal questioned the lack of action by the police despite prior warnings and the […]
Karnataka Former CM Basavaraj Bommai wrote to CM Siddaramaiah, and urged him to release the pending funds from ₹300 crore sanctioned during the BJP rule for Shiggaon-Savanur constituency. Bommai called for the immediate release of these funds to resume many development projects. He highlighted the progress made during his tenure, and pointed out that many […]
The Supreme Court on Monday raised concerns about the efficiency of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) at polling stations with more than 1,500 voters. The Court asked the Election Commission to explain how EVMs can manage high voter turnout efficiently, given their limit of 1,500 votes. The matter is set for further hearing in January 2025, […]
In a major breakthrough between the Centre and the Opposition, MPs from both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha have agreed to hold a debate on the Constitution to commemorate its 75th year of adoption. The debates are scheduled to take place on November 13 and 14 in the Lok Sabha, followed by discussions on […]
The U.S. Navy destroyed seven missiles and drones fired by Yemen’s Houthi rebels targeting American warships and merchant vessels in the Gulf of Aden. The USS Stockdale and USS O’Kane intercepted three anti-ship ballistic missiles, three drones, and one cruise missile. The Houthis claimed responsibility for the attack, which is part of ongoing threats to […]
An Andhra Pradesh MP’s proposal to hold two sessions of Parliament in south India was dismissed by BJP’s Mysuru MP, Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar. He said his party welcomes all suggestions but it would be “very tedious” and a waste of time. “Moving the capital, including parliamentary machinery and infrastructure, all the way down to […]
Donald Trump’s threat to impose 100% tariffs on BRICS countries moving away from the US dollar remains uncertain, as it’s unclear if US laws allow such sanctions, says former RBI Governor Duvvuri Subbarao. He also highlights internal disagreements within BRICS on creating a common currency, noting that economic and political factors make the idea unfeasible, […]
YS Sharmila, president of the AP Congress Party, criticized the state govt following Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan’s inspections at Kakinada Port. She alleged large-scale organized network smuggling Public Distribution System rice abroad & demanded a thorough investigation. Sharmila called it a “national-level scam” and emphasized the need for a coordinated effort to uncover the ...
In Odisha’s Kendrapara, allegations of worm-infested ‘Chhatua’ (sattu) have surfaced, causing outrage among pregnant women and children. Beneficiaries report contaminated food, poor quality supplies, and a lack of accountability. Despite promises from officials, no action has been taken. Activists call for urgent reforms, including stricter quality control and better oversight...