The Congress party introduced a system to assess its Lok Sabha MPs’ performance in Parliament. Leaders were encouraged to attend sessions, raise issues, and speak effectively. Rahul Gandhi chaired a meeting, acknowledging notable MPs. The initiative aims to ensure MPs remain engaged with constituents and perform well in the House, especially first-term members.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court, reviewing a 2022 ruling on the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), questioned if the review petition resembled an appeal. This comes as petitioners seek re-evaluation of the stringent measures and powers given to the Enforcement Directorate. A three-judge bench upheld these provisions, raising questions on bail conditions and procedural rights...
Read MoreUnion minority affairs minister Kiren Rijiju defended the Waqf (Amendment) Bill against opposition criticism, stating it aimed to provide justice to all Muslim communities and was not anti-Muslim. He argued it updated archaic provisions. Opposition leaders claimed it violated constitutional rights and was driven by electoral motives for upcoming state elections.
Read MoreUK foreign secretary David Lammy contacted S Jaishankar regarding Sheikh Hasina, who fled Bangladesh for India. Hasina, seeking asylum, may prefer the US or UK. India faces a dilemma: expelling her could strain ties, but allowing her to stay might anger the new Bangladeshi government. UK calls for a UN probe into recent events...
Read MoreWhile silver medallist Neeraj Chopra said “it was Nadeem’s day” and congratulated the new men’s javelin champion, Pakistan was overjoyed as a nation to win its first Olympic medal since 1992, when their hockey team secured a bronze. However, it’s the first ever individual Olympic gold medal for Pakistan and their only medal in...
Read MoreFrom August 15, Haryana students began greeting each other with ‘Jai Hind’ instead of ‘Good Morning’. The state government implemented this change to foster patriotism and national pride. The greeting, introduced by Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, aims to inspire national unity and remind students of their identity as Indians.
Read MoreA writ petition was filed in the J&K high court by ex-KCCI president Mubeen Shah, seeking to quash an FIR from 2020 for threatening social media posts against non-locals in Kashmir. Shah, previously detained under PSA and currently living in Malaysia, managed to obtain court relief despite a lookout circular against him.
Read MorePostmortem reports of three Hmar individuals, whom Assam Police claimed were militants killed in a crossfire, revealed signs of blunt force trauma along with bullet marks. This has led to suspicions of a fake encounter. The families, alleging torture and extrajudicial killing, filed for a CBI inquiry. The case is set for a hearing...
Read MoreAdvanced AI security systems, including facial recognition and number plate detection, are planned for the Independence Day event on August 15 at Red Fort. Over 850 cameras would be installed, and 10,000 security personnel will be deployed to ensure safety.
Read MoreNeeraj Chopra secured a silver medal in javelin at the Paris Games with a throw of 89.45m, while India’s hockey team won its second consecutive Olympic bronze by defeating Spain 2-1. Arshad Nadeem dominated the event with a 92.97m throw, earning Pakistan its first Olympic medal since 1992. The Indian hockey team showcased their...
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