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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at a campaign rally in Akola for Maharashtra’s November 20 state assembly elections, accused the Congress of turning states with Congress governments into ATMs for the party’s “shahi parivar” (royal family). He vowed not to let Maharashtra fall into the same pattern, emphasizing his commitment to ending such practices.
A report by retired High Court judge Michael D’Cunha, probing the alleged COVID-19 scam in Karnataka, has recommended the prosecution of former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa and Health Minister B Sriramulu under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act. The recommendation follows allegations of irregularities in the 2020 procurement of three lakh PPE kits […]
Justice Sanjiv Khanna, set to be sworn in as India’s 51st Chief Justice, has reluctantly given up his solitary morning walks in Delhi’s Lodhi Garden. Known for his simplicity and desire for privacy, Khanna preferred walking alone but was advised to take security along after his appointment. Averse to this, he opted to stop the […]
Union Coal and Mines Minister Kishan Reddy accused the Congress government in Telangana of failing in grain procurement. During his visit to Pochampally and Revannapally in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district, he inspected the grain purchase centers. Reddy criticized the government for not setting proper grain prices, allowing brokers to buy from farmers at lower rates.
The Supreme Court upheld the Madras High Court’s decision, affirming that salaries of nuns and priests working in aided schools are subject to income tax. The court dismissed over 90 petitions from religious groups seeking tax exemptions. The bench clarified that salary grants to schools, even if directed to religious orders, require tax deductions at […]
BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi strongly countered Pakistan’s claims about Jammu and Kashmir at a UN session, reaffirming that the region “was, is, and will remain an integral part of India.” He condemned Pakistan for using the platform to spread falsehoods, highlighting J&K’s recent democratic elections. Trivedi emphasized that such rhetoric would not alter the facts, [&he...
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren accused the BJP of regularly “hunting” opposition party MLAs, MLCs, and MPs. He claimed that the saffron party was responsible for overthrowing several state governments. Soren further criticized the BJP for exploiting Jharkhand for two decades, and made remarks about the imposition of GST, stating that it has left poorer states […]
Jammu and Kashmir legislator Qaisar Jamsheed Lone recounted his near-path to militancy in the 1990s. As a ninth-grade student, he was tortured by an Army officer during a crackdown. Furious, he contemplated joining militants, but a senior officer’s 20-minute dialogue changed his mind. Lone emphasized the power of conversation over force, noting that dialogue can […]
Donald Trump’s campaign promise to curb naturalised citizenship on his first day in office could impact millions of Indian-Americans. His proposed executive order would require at least one parent to be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident for children born in the U.S. to gain automatic citizenship. This move could affect the citizenship prospects of […]
The Centre will develop 100 climate-resilient coastal villages under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), with Rs 2 crore allocated per village. The initiative aims to enhance infrastructure, promote sustainable livelihoods, and protect against climate change. It includes facilities like fish drying yards, seaweed cultivation, and drone monitoring of fisheries. The project also pla...
The Jagan Mohan Reddy government has come under scrutiny after reports revealed nearly Rs 10 crore was spent on pens, paper, and stationery items over five years. A tweet from the TDP highlighted that Rs 9.85 crore was spent, with most of it going to supplies for the Tadepalli Palace. The massive expenditure has shocked […]
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah while addressing the assembly, advocated for the restoration of statehood and emphasizing the need for dignity and freedom of expression. He criticized the passport verification process as a tool for harassment and called for reforms. Abdullah expressed hope that citizens could become partners in peace, highlighting the importance of […]
AP CM Chandrababu chaired a review meeting on the Real Time Governance System on Friday. During the meeting, IT Minister Nara Lokesh urged officials to improve citizen services by leveraging integrated data connectivity. He emphasized the need to start issuing Aadhaar numbers to every newborn. Additionally, he announced that soon, 100 civic services will be […]
Several Andhra Pradesh Congress leaders staged a massive protest at the Four Road Junction in Araku Valley, holding lamps to demand the withdrawal of increased electricity charges across the state. Senior Congress leader Shantikumari criticized the NDA government, which had promised not to raise electricity charges if it came to power, but is now doing […]
The bilateral relationship between India and Canada has been severely strained due to Canada’s handling of Khalistani supporters. Recently, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made important remarks regarding the Khalistani issue. He acknowledged the presence of Khalistani supporters in Canada but clarified that they do not represent the entire Sikh community.