After five years of unanswered questions surrounding the death of panchayat officer Smitarani Biswal in Jajpur district, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi has announced a fresh investigation. The incident, which involved her body being found in a guesthouse, sparked public outrage and accusations against the previous BJD government. Majhi claims that BJD leaders were implicated ...
Home Minister Amit Shah, during a rally in Badshahpur, Haryana, criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for spreading misinformation about the Agniveer scheme. Shah claimed Gandhi’s statements falsely suggest that the government introduced the scheme to avoid providing pensions to soldiers. He clarified that the Agniveer program is designed to keep the army youthful and assured ...
India’s judiciary is experiencing significant changes, especially with recent Supreme Court rulings that emphasize bail rights and curb ‘bulldozer justice.’ The release of individuals previously held under stringent laws marks a shift that could improve India’s ranking in global democracy assessments, highlighting a renewed commitment to democratic values. The government’s new term has seen a ...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Jammu on September 28, 2024, as Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir approached their final phase. He emphasized the people’s desire for a government free from corruption, terrorism, and separatism, criticizing the Congress, NC, and PDP as enemies of the Constitution. Modi highlighted the enthusiasm for the ...
On September 27, 2024, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to present a memorandum with three key demands. These included the 50:50 equity sharing for the Chennai Metro Rail Phase-II project, the release of funds for the Samagra Shiksha initiative, and the protection of Indian fishermen’s ...
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently announced that the state boasts the largest Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) base in India, being a significant job creator after agriculture. Speaking at the U.P. International Trade Show-2024 in Greater Noida, he highlighted that there are nearly 96 lakh MSME units across all 75 districts, showcasing ...
The Tamil Nadu government is set to honor British archaeologist John Marshall by installing a life-size statue in recognition of the 100th anniversary of the discovery of the Indus Valley Civilization. Chief Minister MK Stalin announced this, praising Marshall’s contributions during his time as the director-general of the Archaeological Survey of India from 1902 to ...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched his election campaign in Jammu and Kashmir, criticizing the Congress, National Conference, and PDP for their role in the region’s challenges. Speaking in Doda, he claimed these political dynasties have caused corruption and fostered terrorism, saying they created an unsafe environment for residents. Modi emphasized the BJP’s commitment to securing ...
A report by an expert group from NITI Aayog suggests creating a Public Health Emergency Management Act (PHEMA) to improve responses to disease outbreaks and pandemics. Titled ‘Future Pandemic Preparedness and Emergency Response’, the report emphasizes the importance of the first 100 days of an outbreak for effective management. It proposes a special fund for ...
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has initiated a special campaign to address pending cases in the revenue department, focusing on land issues such as mutation, measurement, and inheritance. In a recent meeting, he instructed officials to identify and resolve these cases quickly, emphasizing their direct impact on the public. The CM called for increased ...
