Iran has reacted sharply yet cautiously to former US President Donald Trump’s reported proposal to impose a 20% charge on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, stating that if such a system were ever implemented, it would be applied “fairly” to all countries without discrimination. The response comes amid renewed tensions between Washington and...
A court in Jammu has issued a non-bailable warrant (NBW) against Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) founder and chief Hafiz Saeed in connection with the investigation into the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, marking a significant legal development in India’s ongoing efforts to bring the alleged masterminds of cross-border terrorism to justice. The warrant was issued during proceedings...
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay marked his maiden official visit to Perambur by inaugurating and launching a series of major development projects aimed at improving civic infrastructure, public services, and the overall quality of life for residents. The visit was seen as an important milestone for the government, reflecting its commitment to accelerating development across...
India has officially launched its campaign to secure a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2028–29 term, marking the beginning of an extensive diplomatic effort to strengthen its role in global governance. The campaign reflects New Delhi’s continued commitment to promoting international peace, security, sustainable development, and reforms within the...
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...