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Pahalgam Terror Incident: Pakistan Government’s X Account Suspended
A note on X stated, “@GovtofPakistan has been withheld in IN in response to a legal demand.” This implies that X was requested to restrict the account in compliance with…
Supreme Court urges Shivraj Chouhan and Congress MP Vivek Tankha to resolve defamation dispute amicably.
Congress MP Tankha has claimed that Chouhan, BJP state president V D Sharma, and former minister Bhupendra Singh executed a “coordinated, malicious, false and…
SC Bar Association criticizes BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, calls for contempt action.
The SCBA has adopted a resolution calling for action against Dubey, stating: “We trust that the Attorney General, tasked with safeguarding the Constitution and the laws…
Maharashtra’s Water Crisis Persists Despite Spending Thousands of Crores: State Congress Chief Criticizes Jal Jeevan Mission Corruption
“Prime Minister Modi pledged clean tap water in every home by 2024, but here we are in 2025, and women in Maharashtra continue to trek long distances for water,” Sapkal…
AAP to abstain from MCD mayoral elections set for April 25.
During a press conference, former Delhi chief minister and Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Assembly, Atishi, stated, “The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) aims to serve as a…
Rahul Gandhi Claims Election Commission is Undermined During US Visit; BJP Responds
Addressing the Indian community in Boston, the Congress leader expressed concerns regarding the Maharashtra elections, asserting that “something is fundamentally wrong…
Nishikant Dubey: SY Quraishi wasn’t an election commissioner, but a ‘Muslim commissioner’ in response to Waqf Act critique.
Dubey’s religious dig at the former CEC followed his harsh criticisms of the Supreme Court and Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, accusing him of instigating…
SP leader Akhilesh Yadav states that the INDIA coalition will remain intact for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh elections.
He criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), claiming they are attempting to seize land like a mafia through the Waqf (Amendment) Bill.
Thackeray Reunion: A Strategic Partnership for Uddhav and Raj in Maharashtra?
Regarding the issue of ‘Marathi manoos’, Raj expressed that his differences with Uddhav were minor compared to the significance of Maharashtra and its people. He showed…
BJP Dismisses Criticism of Supreme Court from Its MPs, Emphasizing Respect for the Judiciary
He emphasized the ruling party’s commitment to respecting the judiciary as an essential component of democracy.
Raj and Uddhav ignite rumors of a reunion, express willingness to set aside minor issues for the sake of Maharashtra.
The speculation gained momentum when Uddhav stated on Saturday (April 19) that he is willing to set aside minor disagreements, provided that individuals undermining…
Mallikarjun Kharge Claims Government Raised ‘Waqf by User’ Issue to Spark Conflict Over Properties
While addressing a gathering of general secretaries and in-charges in New Delhi, Kharge remarked that former party leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi were referenced…
Naveen Patnaik re-elected as BJD president for the ninth time, urges party members to unveil BJP’s ‘misleading’ narrative.
BJD’s organisational election returning officer PK Deb announced the 78-year-old Patnaik as party president during a state council meeting at its headquarters, Sankha…
Uddhav Thackeray, leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), contests the requirement for Hindi in Maharashtra schools.
During an event hosted by the Bharatiya Kamgar Sena, the labor faction of the Shiv Sena (UBT), Thackeray expressed that his party welcomes the Hindi language but…
Supriya Sule stands against Hindi requirement in schools, cautions about the potential marginalization of Marathi in NEP implementation.
Her comments come in response to widespread criticism of the Maharashtra government’s decision to make Hindi a mandatory third language for students in Classes 1 to 5 at…
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Unveils ‘Mahila Samvad’ Initiative Focused on Women’s Empowerment Before Assembly Elections
The initiative is a comprehensive outreach program designed to connect with over two crore women across 70,000 locations in Bihar.
Aaple Sarkar services’ delay will incur a ₹1,000 daily penalty for department heads.
In accordance with the Right to Services Act, the state government has designated 1,027 public services, with 527 currently available through the Aaple Sarkar portal and…
BJP set to reveal five state leaders by April 20 and the national leader by the end of the month.
According to News18, significant meetings have taken place this week involving Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers, and senior party figures Amit Shah and JP…
Mahagathbandhan Conference: Tejashwi Yadav to Head Coordination Team Before 2025 Bihar Elections
The three-hour discussion brought together leaders from key opposition parties to devise a strategy for the forthcoming Bihar Assembly elections.
Telangana’s Deputy Chief Minister Vikramarka claims conspiracy behind ED investigations targeting the Gandhis to hinder the caste census.
While addressing a protest organized by the state Congress outside the ED office regarding the chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, Vikramarka stated that…
Dispute Over Election Regulations: Supreme Court Grants Election Commission Three Weeks to Address Jairam Ramesh and Others’ Petition
A bench consisting of Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar had issued a notice to the Centre and the election authority on January 15 regarding Ramesh’s…
VP Dhankhar: Judiciary Shouldn’t Determine Timeline for President’s Bill Decisions
Last week, the Supreme Court made a landmark decision, indicating that the President must act on bills referred by the governor within three months of receiving them. “A…
CM Siddaramaiah’s Bold Caste Survey Shakes Up Karnataka’s Social and Political Landscape
The Kantharaju Committee carried out the caste census under the Socio-Economic and Education Survey during Siddaramaiah’s initial term as chief minister. This survey…
Lok Sabha Approves Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 Following a 12-Hour Debate
The Bill passed after all opposition amendments were dismissed through voice votes, culminating in a division of votes—288 in favor and 232 against.
How ‘restroom breaks’ during the marathon LS debate on the Waqf Bill embarrassed Congress
While the discussions predominantly revolved around the Bill’s provisions, there was a moment when the heated exchanges diverted to a more personal issue.
Parliament Approves Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 Following Extended 12-Hour Discussion in Rajya Sabha
The Lok Sabha passed the Bill after an extensive debate lasting over 12 hours on Thursday (March 3).
Actor Vijay Takes Legal Action in Supreme Court Against Waqf Act 2025, Terms It Unjust.
The Act has ignited controversy, with various petitions lodged in the Supreme Court claiming that it discriminates against the Muslim community and infringes upon their…
Opposition Claims Waqf Bill Breaches Minority Rights
Waqf denotes properties allocated for charitable use. Once a property is designated as Waqf, it cannot be reclaimed by the donor. Ownership is transferred, with…
Rahul Gandhi set to visit the US and deliver a speech at Brown University.
Pawan Khera, head of Congress’ media and publicity department, stated that Gandhi will be at Brown University in Rhode Island on April 21 and 22.
Congress launches nationwide protest in response to ED chargesheet targeting Gandhis in National Herald case
The Congress party criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Central government for allegedly misusing the central agency to undermine the Opposition.
CM Mamata claims Murshidabad violence was orchestrated, urges PM to supervise Amit Shah.
The Trinamool Congress leader urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to prevent any ‘atrocious law’ and monitor Union Home Minister Amit Shah closely. These comments were…