The Monsoon Session of Parliament witnessed strong political protests on Tuesday as opposition Members of Parliament staged a coordinated demonstration, observing what they described as a “Black Day” to protest alleged police brutality against student demonstrators in the national capital. The protest intensified political tensions between the ruling government and opposition parties, with lawmakers accusing...
Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has strongly criticized the police response to students protesting at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, describing the alleged use of force against demonstrators as deeply disturbing. His remarks came after videos and reports emerged showing police personnel attempting to disperse students participating in a protest linked to the Chhatra Jan Panchayat (CJP), triggering...
Veteran actor Shabana Azmi participated in the CJP protest march in New Delhi, lending her voice to a growing movement demanding greater public accountability and democratic engagement. Her presence at the demonstration attracted significant public attention, particularly after she responded to questions about why more members of the Hindi film industry were not seen supporting...
The Monsoon Session of Parliament commenced amid high political drama as members of the Opposition staged coordinated protests over the ongoing revision of Bihar’s electoral rolls and several other pressing national issues. The opening day witnessed disruptions in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, reflecting the growing political tensions between the ruling government...
A political divide has emerged in Jammu and Kashmir over the strategy to restore full statehood, with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) deciding not to participate in a protest planned by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and the National Conference (NC) at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The decision has highlighted differing political approaches among regional...
A fresh political and civil rights controversy has emerged after Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) leader Abhijeet Dipke announced an indefinite hunger strike following the hospitalisation of environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk. The development has intensified the ongoing protest movement, with supporters accusing the authorities of mishandling the situation and demanding accountability from the government....
An Indian diaspora organisation based in the United States has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate direct dialogue with environmentalist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk, expressing concern over the ongoing issues surrounding Ladakh and calling for greater democratic engagement. The appeal comes at a time when discussions over Ladakh’s governance, constitutional safeguards, environmental...
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has emphasized that legislatures serve as the primary training ground for future leaders and play a vital role in preserving democratic values and strengthening governance. Highlighting the importance of legislative institutions, he said elected representatives must uphold constitutional principles, encourage meaningful debates, and work with a deep sense of responsibility...
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...
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has voiced his support for the ongoing protest led by the self-styled “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP), describing the movement as a reflection of growing public dissatisfaction over governance and democratic accountability. His endorsement has added political significance to the campaign, which has drawn attention for its unconventional symbolism and...