‘Will ensure polls free of fear, violence & intimidation ‘: CEC Gyanesh Kumar ahead of Bengal elections

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar pledged a rigorous effort to ensure West Bengal’s elections are free from fear, violence, and inducements. He emphasized a zero-tolerance policy for malpractices and warned against any government functionary influencing the process. Kumar urged all voters to cast their ballots fearlessly, calling the upcoming polls…

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‘TMC goons switched off lights during BJP roadshow’: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta ahead of West Bengal polls

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta alleged TMC “goons” switched off streetlights during her Kolkata roadshow, calling it an attempt to disrupt the event and create a security risk. She stated the public responded by using mobile flashlights, signaling their readiness to support the BJP. Gupta expressed confidence in the BJP’s victory…

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West Bengal polls: 9 arrested after BJP-TMC clash outside Kolkata police station

Political clashes erupted outside Kolkata’s Ekbalpur Police Station, leading to the arrest of nine individuals, including BJP and TMC members. The violence, fueled by counter-sloganeering during election campaigning, prompted police intervention and the registration of three FIRs. This incident heightens tensions as West Bengal gears up for crucial Assembly elections….

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Watch: BJP leader Nazia enters Lenskart store, applies tilak on staff amid dress code row

A political leader has entered a dispute over Lenskart’s employee dress code. The leader defended Hindu religious symbols after allegations of restrictions. Lenskart has since apologized and pledged to revise its guidelines. The company stated it welcomes all symbols of faith and culture. This incident has broadened the debate on…

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We are not ‘vishwaguru’ anymore: M M Joshi bats for Sanskrit

BJP veteran Murli Manohar Joshi stated India is not currently a ‘vishwaguru’ and urged for its aspiration to be one. He advocated for greater promotion of Sanskrit, emphasizing its significance in modern science like quantum computing and its potential as India’s official language, citing past efforts by B.R. Ambedkar. …

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Raids, arrests & green file: Why I-PAC is in political crosshairs in Mamata’s West Bengal

An Enforcement Directorate investigation into political consultancy firm I-PAC has ignited a major political clash in West Bengal. The probe, initially focused on money laundering, has escalated into a confrontation involving raids and arrests. Chief minister Mamata Banerjee’s alleged intervention during a raid has become a central point of contention,…

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‘Can’t let politician judge judicial competence’: Delhi HC’s Justice Swarana Kanta rejects Kejriwal’s recusal plea in excise case

Kejriwal had appeared in person before the court seeking recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from hearing a CBI petition challenging his discharge in the liquor policy case. In the application, Kejriwal claimed that there was a grave, bona fide, and reasonable apprehension that the hearing in the matter before…

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‘Bulldozer buddhi’: Mahua Moitra calls UP CM Yogi Adityanath ‘a joke’ over Swami Vivekanand quote gaffe

TMC MP Mahua Moitra and her party have strongly criticized UP CM Yogi Adityanath for wrongly attributing Subhas Chandra Bose’s famous quote to Swami Vivekananda. The TMC highlighted this gaffe as evidence of the BJP’s “shocking ignorance and contempt for Bengal’s history,” questioning their ambition to build ‘Sonar Bangla’ given…

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‘No grounds to review’: Supreme Court rejects Umar Khalid’s plea against denial of bail in Delhi riots case

The Supreme Court has dismissed student activist Umar Khalid’s review plea seeking bail in the 2020 Delhi riots case. The court previously denied him bail, stating that prolonged detention alone isn’t a reason for release. Khalid faces charges under the stringent UAPA. This decision upholds the earlier ruling, impacting his…

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