Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s daughter has deactivated her Instagram account after becoming the target of widespread online criticism following the recent controversy surrounding student protests in the national capital. The move came as social media platforms witnessed an intense wave of reactions, with many users directing comments and criticism toward members of the minister’s...
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), the political party led by actor-turned-politician Vijay, has reiterated its demand for the complete scrapping of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), urging the Tamil Nadu government to maintain a firm and uncompromising position on the medical entrance examination. The party’s latest stand comes amid the continuing political and public...
The Congress party has launched a strong attack on the Central government over the ongoing fast by environmentalist and education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk, while also raising serious concerns about recent examination-related issues and the proposed Higher Education Bill. Senior Congress leader K.C. Venugopal accused the Union government of ignoring democratic voices and failing to...
The Kerala government has strongly defended its handling of food distribution services at a government medical college hospital after a controversy erupted over the supply of food packets to patients and their attendants. State Health Minister K. Muraleedharan dismissed the allegations, asserting that the issue was being deliberately amplified by individuals with vested interests seeking...
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 Central Government is preparing to introduce a new Bill in Parliament that seeks to make the deliberate insult or disrespect of ‘Vande Mataram’, India’s national song, a punishable offence. The proposed legislation is expected to strengthen legal protection for one of the country’s most significant national symbols and place it alongside existing laws safeguarding...
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....
The United States Treasury has announced that the U.S. Mint will issue a new $1 coin bearing the image of President Donald Trump, a move that has quickly drawn national attention and sparked discussions about its historical significance, symbolism, and the process behind commemorative American currency. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the decision, stating that...
India has reiterated that there has been no change in its official position regarding the possible return of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to Dhaka, reaffirming its earlier stance amid continued political developments in the neighbouring country. Responding to questions on the issue, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that India’s position remains...
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...