Category: Politics

Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir Elections 2024: Key Wins and Losses in a Day of Political Surprises

Manish Kumar

The 2024 election results from Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir have delivered a mix of victories, defeats, and unexpected outcomes. While the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a significant victory in Haryana, the National Conference (NC)-Congress alliance triumphed in Jammu and Kashmir. As celebrations and reflections begin, let’s take a closer look at how some of the key leaders fared in these elections. Haryana Elections: BJP Secures Victory, Key Wins, and Surprises Nayab Singh Saini (BJP): Secures Chief Minister’s Position Incumbent Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini retained his seat…

Jammu and Kashmir Elections: Can Nominated MLAs Alter the Path to Power?

Manish Kumar

The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections have garnered nationwide attention as they mark the first polls in the region since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. With 90 seats at stake, political parties are scrambling to secure the magic number of 46 needed for a majority. However, an unforeseen factor has added an extra layer of complexity to this already tight race—the Lieutenant Governor’s (LG) ability to nominate five Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs). The debate surrounding these nominations has raised concerns, with many questioning how these five individuals…

Money Laundering Case: ED Raids AAP MP Sanjeev Arora’s Residence, Manish Sisodia Reacts

Manish Kumar

Officials said the searches are being undertaken under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and are linked to a land fraud case. The Enforcement Directorate Monday raided the premises of AAP Rajya Sabha member Sanjeev Arora and some others as part of a money laundering probe linked to a land fraud case, official sources said. They said the house of the 61-year-old MP from Punjab in Gurugram (Haryana) is being searched apart from premises linked to some other people in Ludhiana. About 16-17 locations, including the house of the…

Assembly Election Results 2024: How Many Seats Needed to Form Governments in Haryana and J&K?

Manish Kumar

Assembly Election Results 2024: Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana went to polls between September 18 and October 5. Both have 90 Assembly seats each. Assembly Election Results 2024: The counting of votes for the Assembly elections in Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir is taking place today (October 8). The elections in Jammu and Kashmir were held between September 18 and October 1. Haryana with 90 Assembly seats voted on October 5. Voters in 24 Assembly constituencies including Shopian, Kulgam, Doda, Ramban and Anantnag in Jammu and Kashmir voted on September…

Congress Set for Victory in Haryana, Uncertainty in Jammu and Kashmir: Exit Polls Analysis

Manish Kumar

As the results of the recently held Assembly elections in Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir draw closer, exit polls suggest a significant political shift in both regions. In Haryana, the Congress is projected to make a strong comeback after a decade, while Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness a fractured mandate, with no clear majority for any party. The final results will be declared on October 8, but the exit polls offer a preview of possible outcomes that could reshape the political landscape. Congress Likely to Win Haryana After…

Amit Shah to Lead Crucial Meeting of Naxal-Affected States’ CMs on October 7, Including Chhattisgarh CM Sai

Manish Kumar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair a key meet of the Chief Ministers and Home Ministers of the Naxal-affected states on October 7 in the national capital. Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai will also take part in the crucial meeting. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair a high-level meeting of Chief Ministers and Home Ministers from Naxal-affected states on October 7 in the national capital. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai will represent the state in this crucial meeting and is expected to provide an update on the…

Arvind Kejriwal vacates Delhi Chief Minister’s official residence

Manish Kumar

Arvind Kejriwal will move into bungalow number 5 on Ferozeshah Road in Lutyens’ Delhi on Friday, days after he resigned from the Delhi Chief Minister’s post. Arvind Kejriwal on Friday vacated the 6, Flagstaff Road residence to move to his new address in the Lutyens’ Zone. The former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener was seen leaving the house in a car with his wife and son. His parents and daughter were left in another car. For the same, mini trucks started entering the residence in…

The Linguistic Grandeur of India: Celebrating the New Classical Languages

Manish Kumar

India’s Vast Linguistic Heritage India is one of the most linguistically diverse countries in the world, with an astounding 121 languages and over 19,500 dialects spoken across its regions. This extraordinary variety represents not only India’s cultural richness but also its historical depth. Yet, only a select few languages have been granted the prestigious status of “classical language”—a recognition that acknowledges their historical, cultural, and literary importance. On Thursday, the Union Cabinet made a landmark decision by conferring the status of “classical language” to five more Indian languages: Marathi, Bengali,…

Watch: Arvind Kejriwal Vacates Delhi CM’s Residence, Marking Transition

Manish Kumar

Arvind Kejriwal will move into bungalow number 5 on Ferozeshah Road in Lutyens’ Delhi on Friday, days after he resigned from the chief minister’s post. AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal on Friday will vacate the chief minister’s residence and move to an MP’s bungalow in the Lutyens’ Delhi. For the same, mini trucks have started entering the residence. Kejriwal, who resigned as Delhi chief minister last month, will live with his family at the official residence of Punjab Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Mittal on Ferozeshah Road near Mandi House — close…

Supreme Court’s Landmark Ruling: Ending Caste-Based Discrimination in Prisons

Manish Kumar

The Significance of the Supreme Court’s Decision In a transformative move for social justice, the Supreme Court of India has delivered a landmark ruling aimed at abolishing caste-based discrimination within the country’s prison system. This pivotal decision underscores the urgent need to address deep-seated social inequalities that persist within state institutions. By mandating the immediate revision of discriminatory provisions in state prison manuals, the Supreme Court reaffirms the constitutional principle that all individuals, regardless of caste, are entitled to equal rights and treatment. This ruling not only highlights the vulnerabilities…