Pakistan’s parliament has approved a bill extending the tenure of the army, navy, and air force chiefs from three to five years. The move, passed amidst opposition protests, is seen as a setback for former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who has accused the military of orchestrating his removal from office.
Congress condemned the violence outside a Brampton temple, urging the Indian government to address the issue with Canadian authorities. They emphasized the need to prevent disruption of devotees and criticized the Canadian police’s handling of pro-Khalistani elements. European and UK Indian Overseas Congress groups stressed the importance of peaceful coexistence and respect within Canada’s...
Khalistani activists clashed with Hindus at a Brampton temple hosting Indian officials, injuring a police officer. The altercation, condemned by officials and Sikh groups, prompted counter-protests and calls for prohibiting demonstrations at religious sites. The Indian High Commission, facing similar disruptions at other Canadian venues, had requested heightened security.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) condemned the recent attack on a Hindu temple in Canada, stating that the Indian government has always taken decisive action against the persecution of Hindus.
Punjab Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira asserted that the 1984 anti-Sikh violence was not riots but a Sikh genocide, and justice continues to elude the victims after 40 years.
A farmer named Munna Lal has sparked controversy by claiming ownership of a portion of Agra’s Gyarah Sidi Park, citing a decades-long legal battle and court orders. Lal’s actions, including fencing off the disputed land, have disrupted the Agra Development Authority’s plans to transform the park into a vibrant cultural and entertainment hub.