Category: India

Today marks the beginning of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule’s 200th birth anniversary celebrations. A pioneer of social reform, Phule championed education for all, especially girls, and founded the Satyashodhak Samaj to fight for equal rights and social justice. His unwavering commitment to the marginalized continues to inspire India’s progress. …

The Election Commission has cancelled Trinamool Congress candidate Abhinav Bhattacharya’s nomination for Krishnanagar North due to a conflict of interest. Bhattacharya’s business dealings with the state government violated Section 9A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. An alternative candidate, Somnath Dutta, will now contest the seat for TMC….

India expressed deep concern over significant civilian casualties in recent Israeli strikes on Lebanon, following a US-Iran ceasefire. As a UNIFIL contributor, India finds the events disturbing, emphasizing civilian protection and respect for international law. The ceasefire’s fragility is highlighted by confusion over Lebanon’s inclusion. …

Security forces discovered a suspected IED-type box with two grenades in Rajouri’s Sunderbani belt. This incident followed the detention of a school van driver in Jammu, who had multiple Pakistani contacts on his phone. Investigations are ongoing into the driver’s suspected terror links. …

​​​Addressing a press conference after releasing the BJP’s manifesto for the Bengal polls, Shah accused Mamata Banerjee’s party of “manufacturing political conspiracies”. “You do not know Mamata Banerjee’s capabilities. She can make 2,000 such videos. Humayun Kabir and the BJP are like the North Pole and the South Pole. We…

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP of manipulating the Election Commission during Uttar Pradesh bypolls, alleging the party uses institutions when facing defeat on real issues. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh’s final voter list shows an increase of over 84 lakh voters, with the Chief Electoral Officer assuring due process…

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge voiced concerns over the government’s proposed women’s reservation law amendments and seat expansion, potentially violating the Model Code of Conduct. He asserted opposition unity and questioned the special Parliament session’s timing, alleging political motives. The party emphasized deep deliberation on delimitation and women’s empowerment. …

India expresses deep concern over civilian deaths in Lebanon amid ongoing Israeli strikes, calling the situation “very disturbing.” Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledged to implement the Uniform Civil Code in Bengal within six months if the BJP wins. Delhi Police have busted an ISI-backed spy network, arresting ten…

Tragedy struck Mathura’s Yamuna River as a boat carrying devotees capsized near Kesi Ghat. At least six lives were lost in the unfortunate incident that occurred Friday afternoon. Around 30 individuals were on two boats when one suddenly sank. Rescue efforts are actively ongoing to locate those still missing, with…

UCC is a proposal to have one common set of personal laws for all citizens in India, covering marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption, regardless of religion. It aims to ensure equality before law and promote national integration by replacing religion-based personal laws with a uniform legal framework. In the Bengal…

The Supreme Court has directed the Union government to respond within a week to a habeas corpus petition concerning 26 Indian nationals allegedly stranded in Russia and forced into the Ukraine war. Families reported their relatives were lured with job promises, had passports seized, and were compelled to join military…

Justice Yashwant Varma resigned from the Allahabad High Court with immediate effect, citing deep anguish. His resignation follows a cash recovery controversy at his residence and an ongoing impeachment process initiated after a Supreme Court-led inquiry recommended further action. …

Justice Yashwant Varma has resigned from his post following a cash recovery controversy and impeachment proceedings. Allegations of unaccounted cash surfaced after a fire at his residence, prompting a Supreme Court inquiry and subsequent parliamentary action. The judge had previously questioned the constitutionality of the inquiry process. …

The Telangana High Court granted Congress leader Pawan Khera one week of transit anticipatory bail in a defamation case filed by Assam Police. The court’s order allows Khera to approach the appropriate court in Assam to file a regular bail application, protecting him from arrest for seven days. …