Category: India

Puducherry’s assembly elections commenced today with an innovative touch as a robot named ‘Nila’ greeted voters. Approximately 9.5 lakh electors are choosing among 294 candidates across 30 constituencies. The main contenders are the NDA, led by Chief Minister N Rangasamy, and the Congress-DMK alliance. Key issues like statehood and unemployment…

Opposition leaders criticized the rejection of their impeachment notices against the Chief Election Commissioner, alleging it “strangles” the constitutional mechanism. Senior Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi argued that presiding officers exceeded their scope by conducting “mini trials” instead of a prima-facie assessment. The opposition vows to pursue legal avenues, asserting…

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta criticized the Supreme Court’s past rulings on temple priest appointments, arguing they wrongly classified a religious decision as secular. He urged a review of jurisprudence, emphasizing state non-interference in religious matters and advocating for legislative control over social and religious reforms. …

Hyderabad’s old city residents seeking voter list assistance encountered sanitation workers instead of trained officials. These workers, appointed due to staff shortages, lacked the necessary skills for the pre-SIR mapping exercise. They were equipped with smartphones to record voter details. Officials stated this is a temporary measure and replacements are…

The BJP has not nominated any Muslim candidates in the Bengal elections, a departure from previous polls despite a significant Muslim membership. Party leaders cited ‘winnability’ as the primary criterion for candidate selection, suggesting a disconnect between the BJP’s platform and Muslim voting patterns. In contrast, Congress, TMC, and the…

India has welcomed a temporary ceasefire in West Asia. The truce, brokered by Pakistan, aims to end a brutal war. India hopes this will lead to lasting peace and ensure global trade flows freely. The government also sees potential for peace efforts in Ukraine. India prioritizes the safety of its…

The Jammu-Srinagar national highway (NH-44) remains closed for the third day due to continuous landslides and heavy rains in Ramban district. Over 400 vehicles are stranded as clearance operations are underway, with authorities advising against travel until the road is fully restored. …

Srinagar’s special court has remanded two Pakistani Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists and their Kashmiri accomplice to 10-day police custody. Arrested on April 6, the trio are linked to an interstate LeT module. Investigations revealed one Pakistani national had been active in Kashmir for 16 years, while the accomplice provided crucial logistical support….

All India NR Congress (AINRC)-led NDA coalition govt is seeking a second consecutive term while Congress-led INDIA bloc is leaving no stone unturned to wrest power back from the NDA. …

Assam’s upcoming elections are a crucial referendum on Assamese nationalism, identity, and the state’s political future. Regional parties face declining relevance as national parties dominate, with the BJP’s ‘jati, mati, bheti’ plank and ‘Brand Himanta’ shaping the narrative. The Congress leads a broad opposition alliance, aiming to challenge the incumbent…

Voters in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry are heading to the polls today to decide the fate of numerous candidates. Assam witnesses a direct fight between the BJP-led NDA and Congress. Kerala faces a choice between continuity with the ruling LDF and a comeback bid by the UDF. Puducherry presents a…

Kerala’s upcoming assembly elections see Christian voters, particularly in central Kerala, becoming a crucial battleground. Traditional UDF support is tested by socio-economic concerns, political realignments, and perceptions of communal favoritism, forcing parties to re-evaluate their strategies to secure this influential bloc. …

Puducherry gears up for polls on April 9, with over 9.5 lakh voters deciding the fate of 294 candidates across 30 seats. Key issues include statehood, economic challenges, and the rise of a third force. Security is tight, with drone surveillance and special polling stations ensuring a smooth process. The…

Searches across 19 locations in J&K, Rajasthan and Haryana so far have led to the detention or arrest of six OGWs in Haryana, four in Rajasthan and over a dozen in J&K. Sources said the purpose of the multi-state module was to create an LeT network outside of J&K with…