India

J&K: Katra Locals Protest Vaishno Devi Ropeway| Video

25 Nov 2024 16:44 PM IST

Protesters demand cancellation of the Rs 250-crore Mata Vaishno Devi ropeway project, citing threats to livelihoods and environmental concerns.

Supreme Court Upholds Strict Anti-Pollution Norms, Seeks Review for Students’ Welfare

25 Nov 2024 16:33 PM IST

The Supreme Court directed CAQM to consider relaxing GRAP-IV norms as many students lack mid-day meals, online access, or air purifiers.

Winter Session of the Parliament Adjourned After Opposition Demands Answers on Adani Bribery Charges & Bonds Prices

25 Nov 2024 15:53 PM IST

Adani's 10 listed stocks lost $27.9 billion in market value after U.S. bribery allegations triggered market and political turmoil.

India Rejects Food Shipments from China, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Japan, and Turkey Over Safety Concerns

25 Nov 2024 15:35 PM IST

India, which imports food from over 100 countries, has rejected multiple food consignments from China, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Japan, and Turkey this year due to safety concerns and non-compliance with its food standards. The country’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has taken a firm stance to ensure

SP MP Zia Ur Rehman Barq Denies Sambhal Violence Allegations, Calls Case a Conspiracy

25 Nov 2024 15:06 PM IST

Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Zia Ur Rehman Barq, accused of inciting violence in Sambhal over the mosque survey, has denied the allegations. He accused the Uttar Pradesh police of orchestrating a “conspiracy” and asserted that the charges against him were baseless, claiming he was not in the state when the

Congress MP Calls for Parliamentary Debate on Adani Fraud and Bribery Case

25 Nov 2024 14:59 PM IST

As Parliament’s first winter session begins, opposition MPs have introduced adjournment motions to address the recent indictment of the Adani Group in the United States on allegations of “fraud and bribery.” Congress MP KC Venugopal emphasized on Monday that this is a critical issue requiring parliamentary discussion. He stated that

Babri Redux? How Mosque Survey Sparked Violence in Sambhal? Explained

25 Nov 2024 14:52 PM IST

The historic 16th-century Jama Masjid in Moradabad’s Sambhal has become the center of a contentious legal and ideological battle, leading to violent riots, multiple deaths, and arrests. A court-mandated survey of the mosque, built during Mughal emperor Babur’s reign (1526–1530), sparked protests that spiraled into chaos, bringing the city to

Parliament Winter Session : Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha Adjourned Amid Chaos

25 Nov 2024 12:27 PM IST

The Winter Session of Parliament kicked off today, but proceedings in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were quickly disrupted and adjourned for the day following uproarious scenes. The government had earlier appealed to all political parties for smooth and constructive discussions during the session, which is scheduled to

Sambhal: Samajwadi MP Booked After Deadly Clashes Over Mosque Survey

25 Nov 2024 12:19 PM IST

Four people were killed, and several others injured, including 20 police officers, during violent protests in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal on Sunday. The unrest erupted over a court-ordered survey of the Shahi Masjid, with allegations that the mosque was built during the Mughal era by demolishing a temple. A case has

PM Modi Slams Opposition for Disruptions in Parliament, Calls It ‘Hooliganism for Political Gains’

25 Nov 2024 12:08 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday criticized the opposition, stating that individuals who have faced rejection from the public 80-90 times are attempting to dominate Parliament through disruptive behavior for their political advantage. Delivering his customary address to media persons this morning ahead of commencement of proceedings of the Parliament,

Winter Session of Parliament Begins, Key Bills on Agenda

25 Nov 2024 12:01 PM IST

The Winter Session of Parliament commenced today, with three significant bills on the agenda. Following the NDA’s sweeping victories in Haryana and Maharashtra, the government appears poised for a strong showing. Here are the top 10 highlights from the session so far: PM Modi’s Address: Speaking before the session began,

Prashant Kishor Calls Bihar a ‘Failed State,’ Urges Bihari Diaspora for Action

25 Nov 2024 11:00 AM IST

Jan Suraaj leader and renowned poll strategist Prashant Kishor stirred controversy with a blunt assessment of Bihar’s condition during a virtual interaction with the Bihari diaspora in the United States. Launching the US chapter of his political initiative, Kishor described Bihar as “literally a failed state” in need of substantial