The Delhi Police have placed themselves on high alert ahead of the scheduled parliamentary debate on the Waqf Bill, sources confirmed today. This heightened state of preparedness comes amidst concerns regarding potential security risks and public reactions to the sensitive legislation. The Waqf Bill, dealing with the management and regulation of Islamic endowments, is set…
Diesel prices in Karnataka will increase after the state government hiked the sales tax on diesel by 3 percent on April 1, with immediate effect.As per the state government notification on Tuesday, Karnataka Sales Tax (KST) on diesel has been increased from 18.4 percent to 21.17 percent. According to the Akhila Karnataka Petroleum Dealers Association,…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the country on the occasion of Id-ul-Fitr, wishing for an increase in the spirit of optimism, harmony, and kindness in society. PM Modi took to social media to wish everyone Eid Mubarak. He wrote, “Greetings on Eid al-Fitr. May this celebration foster a spirit of optimism, unity, and kindness in…
The Dalai Lama received the Gold Mercury Award for Peace and Sustainability 2025 in recognition of his decades-long commitment to environmental advocacy, human rights, and world peace. Gold Mercury International President and Secretary General Nicolas De Santis gave the award at his home in Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh. The Tibetan spiritual leader’s steadfast dedication to ecological…
The Indian government has strongly criticized Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, for labeling its online compliance website as a “censorship portal.” This dispute marks an escalation in the ongoing legal battle between X and the Modi administration concerning content moderation.The core of the disagreement revolves around a government-initiated website designed to streamline notifications to…
According to Russian news agency, Lavrov stated, “(Russian) President Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation to visit from the Indian head of government.” “A visit by the Russian head of state to the Republic of India is currently being prepared.” Following his reelection last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his first international trip to…
A heated exchange in the Lok Sabha has led to accusations from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi that Speaker Om Birla deliberately prevented him from addressing the House. Gandhi alleges that the Speaker made remarks directed at him and then adjourned proceedings, denying him the chance to respond. According to Gandhi, the situation unfolded when he…
A sharp spotlight has been cast on India’s position in the rapidly evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI), as Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha raised critical questions in the Rajya Sabha. His address highlighted the significant strides made by global powers like the United States and China, while expressing concern over India’s current…
The Finance Bill 2025 was passed in the Lok Sabha with 35 government amendments. These amendments include significant changes such as the removal of the 6% digital tax on online advertisements, also known as the “Google Tax.” This move aims to align India’s trade policies with global standards and reduce uncertainties in international economic engagements….
Atishi, a prominent AAP leader and former Chief Minister of Delhi, criticized the BJP-led Delhi government for not presenting the Economic Survey before the budget session. She argued that a budget cannot be prepared without a detailed financial review, emphasizing the importance of the Economic Survey in understanding the state’s financial health. Atishi dismissed the…
