Authorities in West Bengal have warned of strict action against election officials who require voters aged 85 and over, or those who are sick or disabled, to appear in person for Summary Revision of Electoral Rolls (SIR) hearings. The directive comes after reports surfaced of vulnerable voters being asked to travel to hearing venues, despite … Read more
India’s Tiger Triumph: From Recovery to a New Conservation Challenge The remarkable resurgence of India’s tiger population, a conservation success story decades in the making, is now presenting a complex new challenge: where will these magnificent creatures live? A recent sighting in Purulia, West Bengal – a region previously devoid of tigers – is a … Read more
New Delhi – Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has implemented a new system to prioritize cases brought forth by individuals facing social, physical, or financial hardship. This initiative aims to ensure these petitions receive timely attention within the Supreme Court’s substantial caseload. Prioritizing Vulnerable Litigants The Supreme Court has established four distinct categories for … Read more
New Delhi – India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday dismissed accusations from Pakistan regarding attacks on minorities within India. The MEA characterized Pakistan’s claims as an act of “finger pointing,” while asserting that Pakistan itself maintains an “abysmal record” concerning the treatment of its own minority populations. Rejection of Allegations The MEA stated, … Read more
A 24-year-old MBA student from Tripura died in a Dehradun hospital on Friday, more than two weeks after being stabbed following a confrontation with a group of men. The attack occurred on December 9th after Anjel Chakma responded to racial slurs by stating, “We are not Chinese… We are Indians. What certificate should we show … Read more
A demolition drive in Bengaluru’s Kogilu village has sparked political debate and raised concerns about its impact on residents. The Karnataka government carried out the evictions of settlers who had constructed unauthorized buildings in the area, leading to a response from the national Congress party. Concerns Raised Over Bengaluru Demolitions On Saturday, the Congress party … Read more
India’s Home Minister called for significant upgrades to the nation’s anti-terrorism infrastructure on Saturday, outlining plans for a more coordinated and technologically advanced approach to internal security. The announcements were made at the inauguration of the ‘Anti-Terrorism Conference-2025’ in New Delhi. Strengthening National Security The central proposal is the creation of an “impenetrable anti-terrorism grid” … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday lauded the courage of the Sahibzadas – the sons of Guru Gobind Singh – characterizing their sacrifice as a defining moment of Indian bravery against the Mughal Sultanate and a stand against religious fanaticism. The remarks were made at a program held at Bharat Mandapam observing ‘Veer Bal Diwas,’ … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a Christmas service at the Cathedral Church of the Redemption in New Delhi on Thursday, continuing what has been described as an outreach to the Christian community. During the service, Bishop Rt Rev Dr Paul Swarup offered a prayer for the Prime Minister, requesting a “double portion” of wisdom, understanding, … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to convene a three-day meeting with chief secretaries from across India, beginning Friday and concluding Sunday, in Delhi. The central focus of the summit will be deregulation efforts aimed at easing business practices and initiatives to bolster human capital development as India pursues its goal of becoming a developed … Read more