Category: Politics

Bhubaneswar Unveils Rs 75-Crore Badminton Academy: A Boost to India’s Sporting Aspirations

Manish Kumar

Bhubaneswar, known for its vibrant sports culture, has added another feather to its cap with the inauguration of a state-of-the-art Badminton High Performance Centre (HPC) at the iconic Kalinga Stadium. Built at an impressive cost of Rs 75 crore, the facility, named Dalmia Bharat Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy, was unveiled by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, who also serves as the President of the Badminton Association of India (BAI). Renowned national coach Pullela Gopichand joined the event, marking a significant milestone in India’s…

India’s 2047 Vision: Space Sector Initiatives Discussed in Parliament to Boost Development Goals

Manish Kumar

Government of India has been making significant efforts towards achieving the goals outlined in India’s Space Vision 2047. These efforts focus on technological advancements, international partnerships, increasing the participation of private players and advancing space exploration missions. The major initiatives taken up are Government of India has carried out Space sector reforms in 2020 to allow participation of Indian private sector in space activities. As a part of these reforms, Government has delineated the roles of various entities viz., IN-SPACe, ISRO and NSIL. Government of India has announced the Space…

Mahila Samman Yojana Launched in Delhi by Kejriwal: Check Eligibility and Application Process

Manish Kumar

The registration for the Mahila Samman Yojana will start from December 13 which will be done for Rs 2100. Ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, ex-CM Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday announced the ‘Mahila Samman Yojana’. Under this welfare scheme, the government will give Rs 1000 to women every month in Delhi. The former Delhi chief minister promised that after the Delhi Assembly elections, this amount will be increased to Rs 2100 per month. Arvind Kejriwal said that if AAP wins the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections, the scheme money will be…

Modi Government Approves ‘One Nation, One Election’ Proposal, May Table Bill This Winter

Manish Kumar

‘One Nation, One Election’ Bill: The high-level Committee on simultaneous elections constituted under the chairmanship of former President Ram Nath Kovind submitted its report, comprising 18,626 pages, to President Droupadi Murmu in March 2024. The Modi Cabinet on Thursday approved the crucial ‘One Nation, One Election’ Bill which is likely to be tabled in the ongoing Winter Session, said the sources. The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has termed as “historic” the idea of the ‘one nation, one election’, and claimed that the move will be cost-effective and governance-friendly. On…

Maharashtra Cabinet Expansion Update: Likely Portfolio Allocations Announced

Manish Kumar

Maharashtra cabinet expansion: The cabinet expansion of the Devendra Fadnavis-led Maharashtra government is likely to take place before the commencement of the Winter Session of the state assembly. Maharashtra cabinet expansion: The talks on portfolio allocation among the ruling Mahayuti allies – Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), National Congress Party (NCP) and Shiv Sena entered the final round. However, Shiv Sena is reportedly hellbent on key ministries, including Home. According to the sources, the BJP wants to keep the Home as well as Urban Development with itself. They said only two…

India-Russia Relations: A Bond “Deeper Than the Deepest Ocean”

Manish Kumar

A Legacy of Partnership India and Russia share a unique and enduring relationship that has evolved over decades, transcending geopolitical shifts and global challenges. Rooted in trust and mutual respect, this bond has been a cornerstone of India’s foreign policy since the Soviet era, characterized by extensive cooperation in defense, energy, and strategic affairs. The recent meeting between India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Russian President Vladimir Putin highlighted the depth of this partnership, underscoring its importance in the contemporary world. Rajnath Singh’s Moscow Visit: Strengthening Strategic Ties During his…

Opposition INDIA Bloc Moves No-Trust Motion Against Vice President: A Political Showdown

Manish Kumar

In an unprecedented political move, the opposition INDIA bloc has submitted a notice in Rajya Sabha to remove Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar from his role as the ex-officio chairman of the Upper House. This motion, led by Congress and backed by multiple opposition parties, alleges partisan behaviour by Dhankhar in his conduct during parliamentary proceedings. The move has ignited a fierce debate over parliamentary democracy, impartiality, and political strategy. The No-Confidence Motion Explained The INDIA bloc’s notice, spearheaded by Congress MPs Jairam Ramesh and Naseer Hussain, accuses Vice President Dhankhar…

INDIA Alliance to Move SC, Claims EVM Manipulation in Maharashtra Election

Manish Kumar

The move to approach the Supreme Court against the Election Commission was announced by Prashant Jagtap, leader of the NCP-Sharad Pawar who lost the assembly elections from the Hadapsar seat in Pune. In a latest development, the opposition members of the INDIA bloc in Maharashtra are all set to move the Supreme Court over alleged manipulation of EVMs in the recent assembly elections. The move to approach the Supreme Court against the Election Commission was announced by Prashant Jagtap, leader of the NCP-Sharad Pawar who lost the assembly elections from…

AAP Releases Second Candidate List for Delhi Polls, Manish Sisodia Nominated for Jangpura Seat

Manish Kumar

Delhi Assembly Election: The ruling AAP’s electoral track record in the Delhi Assembly election has been excellent with achieving almost whitewash in the last two polls. However, Kejriwal’s party is facing a stiff challenge from the Bharatiya Janata Party amid mounting corruption charges. Delhi Assembly Election 2025: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) released the second list of 20 candidates on Monday. The Arvind Kejriwal-led party changed the seat of former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, who is an MLA from Patparganj. Now, he will contest from the Jangpura seat. Sisodia’s…

Devendra Fadnavis Wins Maharashtra Assembly Trust Vote with Majority of 237 MLAs

Manish Kumar

Maharashtra Assembly session: In the recently concluded Maharashtra Assembly elections, the Mahayuti coalition (BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP) delivered an impressive performance, securing over 230 of the 288 seats, while the MVA managed to win only 46 seats collectively.   Maharashtra Assembly session: The Devendra Fadnavis-led government in Maharashtra won the trust vote in Assembly with support of 237 MLAs. The Mahayuti successfully proved its majority by majority voice vote on the last day of the three-day special Maharashtra Assembly session. Rahul Narvekar elected unopposed as Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Earlier…