In a landmark political and administrative decision, the Central Government has agreed to introduce a constitutional framework that will provide Autonomous Hill Councils for all seven districts of Ladakh under a new provision linked to Article 371 of the Constitution. The move is being viewed as a major step toward addressing the long-standing demands of...
Jan Suraaj Party founder and political strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor has declared total assets worth more than ₹105 crore while filing his nomination for the upcoming Bankipur Assembly by-election in Bihar. The financial disclosures, made through the mandatory election affidavit, provide a detailed account of his movable and immovable assets, income sources, investments, and liabilities. The...
The political debate surrounding environmental activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk’s indefinite hunger strike intensified on Monday after the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) launched a sharp attack on the Union government, holding it responsible for the activist’s deteriorating health and demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The party accused the Centre of...
The Kerala government has clarified that it does not intend to enter into any confrontation with the High Court but believes that greater operational freedom is necessary for the administration to function effectively. Devaswom Minister stated that the government respects the judiciary and its constitutional role while emphasising the need for adequate space for executive...
In a significant administrative development, Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has suspended Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) Chairman Shivashankarappa Sahukar after granting approval for his prosecution in connection with an alleged corruption case. The move marks a major step in the state’s efforts to uphold accountability within constitutional institutions responsible for public recruitment. The suspension order...
A South Korean court has sentenced a former president to two years in prison after finding him guilty in a political funding case, adding another significant development to the country’s long history of holding former national leaders legally accountable. The verdict reflects South Korea’s strong judicial approach toward enforcing campaign finance laws and addressing allegations...
Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, has strongly defended the proposal to remove a mosque located near Kolkata’s airport, arguing that national security must take precedence over all other considerations. His remarks have intensified the political debate surrounding infrastructure, security, and religious sensitivities in the state. The issue gained attention...
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has stayed the operation of a Madras High Court order that imposed restrictions related to cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu. The interim order offers substantial relief to the Tamil Nadu government and paves the way for a detailed examination of the legal and constitutional issues raised in...
False claims surrounding the death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham spread rapidly across social media, prompting widespread confusion just days after his recent visit to Ukraine. The rumours gained traction online, with many users questioning whether the South Carolina Republican had safely returned to the United States following his diplomatic trip to Kyiv. Despite the...
Iran has reportedly identified a list of 13 prominent international leaders as potential targets for retaliation, a development that has intensified concerns over the worsening security situation in the Middle East. The reported list includes several influential political figures from the United States, Europe, and Israel, reflecting Tehran’s growing confrontation with nations it believes have...