In a significant development on the political front, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav are set to embark on a joint journey as they converge for Rahul Gandhi’s Nyay Yatra. The yatra, scheduled to traverse from the Aligarh division to the Agra division, marks a pivotal moment in the lead-up to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The alliance between Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav harkens back to a…
Zeeshan Siddique, a Congress MLA representing the Vandre East (Bandra East) constituency, recently found himself at the center of a political storm following his removal as president of the Mumbai Youth Congress. His allegations of “rampant communalism” within the party’s ranks have sparked debates and raised pertinent questions about the Congress party’s stance on minority representation and inclusivity. In a scathing indictment, Siddique accused the Congress of merely paying lip service to…
The Narendra Modi government’s narrative of positioning India as a ‘Vishwaguru’ or world leader often eclipses the critical discourse surrounding the country’s democratic landscape. Beyond the borders of India, global voices scrutinize and critique human rights violations and the ascent of Hindutva ideology. Here, we present fortnightly highlights of observations from a spectrum of stakeholders, ranging from UN experts and civil society groups to international media and parliamentarians from various nations, shedding…
In a significant development, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud inaugurated an Ayush Holistic Wellness Centre within the premises of the Supreme Court on Thursday. The inauguration marks a noteworthy step towards integrating Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy (Ayush) practices into the legal fraternity, emphasizing holistic wellness and alternative healthcare methodologies. DY Chandrachud, known for his advocacy of Ayurveda, shared a deeply personal anecdote during the inauguration ceremony. Reflecting on…
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge launched scathing allegations against the Modi government, accusing it of perpetrating financial terrorism and undermining democratic principles through coercive tactics. Kharge’s assertions, made on Thursday, shed light on the contentious issue of political funding and the alleged misuse of federal probe agencies for political gains. Kharge’s accusations stem from media reports suggesting that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) received substantial donations from around 30 companies following raids conducted…
The Karnataka Assembly’s recent passing of the ‘Karnataka Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments Bill 2024’ has ignited a fiery debate, fueling political tensions and ideological clashes across the state. This legislation, aimed at restructuring temple finances, has become the focal point of contention, drawing sharp criticism and accusations from various quarters. Under the provisions of the bill, temples in Karnataka generating revenues exceeding ₹1 crore are mandated to allocate 10 percent…
In a significant development, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) carried out raids on Thursday, February 22, targeting the residence of former governor Satya Pal Malik in connection with the Kiru Hydropower project. This move comes amidst allegations of corruption amounting to Rs 2,200 crore in the awarding of civil works for the project. The PTI reported that the raids extended to Malik’s house and 29 other premises across various cities, marking…
In recent developments in Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape, the state witnessed a dramatic showdown between YS Sharmila Reddy, the state Congress chief, and the ruling YSRCP led by her brother, Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy. The confrontation unfolded following a protest organized by the Congress party to address the grievances of unemployed youth and students in the region. YS Sharmila Reddy, leading the charge, lambasted the government for its purported failure to…
As a journalist and columnist with more than three decades of experience in both print and television media, I’ve traversed the corridors of truth, shedding light on the complexities of our society and holding power to account. Today, however, I stand at a crossroads, poised to embark on a new chapter as the Member of Parliament-elect for the Rajya Sabha from the All-India Trinamool Congress. Many have questioned my decision, wondering why…
In the annals of West Bengal’s political history, Mamata Banerjee stands as a formidable figure, renowned for her astute political acumen and unyielding determination. A revealing anecdote shared by a prominent English-speaking face of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) sheds light on Mamata Banerjee’s strategic brilliance and her approach to defeating the entrenched Left Front in the 2011 Bengal election. The narrative unfolds with Mamata Banerjee’s rejection of conventional political tactics proposed in…
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