Category: Politics

Massive Clash in Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Over Article 370 Debate

Manish Kumar

A heated confrontation erupted in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Thursday, centering on the contentious issue of Article 370, which granted the region special autonomy until it was revoked by the Central government on August 5, 2019. Tensions reached a breaking point when Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) MLA Khurshid Ahmad Sheikh displayed a banner supporting the restoration of Article 370, igniting protests and physical altercations among legislators. The assembly proceedings were temporarily halted as members engaged in a scuffle, reflecting the deep-rooted divisions and ongoing contention around Jammu and…

‘We Will Dismantle the 50% Reservation Limit,’ Declares Rahul Gandhi

Manish Kumar

After conducting a caste census in Karnataka, another Congress is going to conduct a similar exercise in Telangana. The caste census will start in the state on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi reiterated Congress’ stand that it will conduct the exercise nationwide if voted to power. Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday announced that he will change the 50 per cent limit on reservation in the country. Gandhi was speaking at a meeting in Telangana which is becoming the second Congress-ruled state to undertake caste census after Karnataka. He was accompanied by Congress…

UP, Punjab, Kerala Bypolls Rescheduled by EC: New Date is November 20

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The by-polls in 14 assembly constituencies across Kerala, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh were recently rescheduled from November 13 to November 20, in consideration of upcoming festivities. The Election Commission revised the date based on requests from national and state political parties such as the Congress, BJP, BSP, and RLD, to encourage a better voter turnout. Results for these by-polls will be announced on November 23, aligned with the declaration of assembly election results for Maharashtra and Jharkhand. State-Wise Details: Uttar Pradesh Voting for nine assembly seats has been rescheduled to…

India-Canada Relations Sour Further as India Rebuts Allegations Against Home Minister Amit Shah

Manish Kumar

A Strained Bilateral Relationship India-Canada relations have been on rocky terrain recently, marred by rising diplomatic tensions and mutual accusations. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s assertion of potential Indian involvement in the June 2023 killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a known pro-Khalistan figure, sparked a major fallout between the two nations. Following these allegations, both countries expelled diplomats, worsening the strained diplomatic ties. The situation took a new turn as Canada alleged India’s Home Minister Amit Shah was involved in a plot to target Sikh separatists on Canadian soil, further…

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Pledges Unmatched Cultural Grandeur and Safety for Kumbh 2025

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Uttar Pradesh’s Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced that the upcoming Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj will set global standards for safety and organization, highlighting extensive preparations and significant tourism development initiatives in the region. The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, has declared that the upcoming Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj will set a global standard for safety, convenience, and organisation. He emphasised the state government’s readiness to host the grand event under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and with the support of the central government.   Rich…

YS Sharmila Takes a Jibe at Jagan Mohan Reddy Over ‘Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki’ Remark

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Both the siblings signed an MoU in 2019 under which Jagan out of love and affection would transfer his and his wife’s shares of Saraswati Power and Industries through gift deed to his sister, subject to the outcome of pending cases. Flaying YSR Congress chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy over his remarks that the rift with his sister YS Sharmila is “ghar ghar ki kahani” (every household’s story), the Andhra Pradesh Congress chief today (October 26) sought to know whether dragging a mother to court justifies the phrase.   Addressing…

Unable to Perform Ritual at Lord Shiva Temple in Raisen Fort, Uma Bharti Goes on Food Strike

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uma Bharti reached the temple, located around 50 km away from Bhopal, this morning to perform the ritual but had to offer prayers from outside the temple as the Archaeological Society of India (ASI) did not give permission to open this temple till Monday. Unable to pay obeisance at the Someshwar Mahadev temple located in Raisen fort in Madhya Pradesh for the want of ASI permission, senior BJP leader Uma Bharti on Monday decided to give up food “for peace of mind” till she is allowed to perform a ‘Jalabhihek’…

Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Attack on Kejriwal, States ‘Violence Signals Defeat’

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Former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal was on Friday attacked during a rally in the national capital, the AAP alleged and claimed that the attack was carried out by the BJP through its goons. After the Aam Aadmi Party alleged that party convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was attacked during his ‘padayatra’ in Delhi’s Vikaspuri area, several party workers and INDIA bloc leaders on Friday (October 25) vehemently raised their voices against the incident. Taking to their respective social media handles, the leaders expressed strong condemnation, emphasizing…

Yogi Adityanath Meets Mohan Bhagwat in Mathura as Sangh Prepares for Key Meeting

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Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat, general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale and all the co-workers of the Sangh, as well as other members of the national executive, are set to attend the meeting of the All India Executive Board of the Sangh. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met Mohan Bhagwat at Gautam Kutir in Mathura on Tuesday evening. This meeting has taken place before the meeting of the National Executive. Yogi Adityanath also met RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale. Yogi stayed at Sapt Kutir for about two and a…

Priyanka Gandhi’s Political Journey Begins with Wayanad Bypoll Nomination

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Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday filed her nomination for the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, former party chief Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi were also present on the occasion. A roadshow is also expected to be held from Kalpetta New Bus Stand under the leadership of Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi. On Priyanka Gandhi’s nomination, Congress MP Kishori Lal Sharma said, “It is a matter of pride for us that our leader will make her debut in Parliament. Just like in Amethi and Rae Bareli, there…