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Himanta Biswa Sarma is accused of “massive corruption” by Pawan Khera, who claims that Assam’s identity is at danger

Sonakshi SarkarNovember 28, 2025November 28, 202503 mins

Congress leader Pawan Khera on Friday launched a sharp political offensive against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alleging rampant corruption, misuse of power, and a systematic erosion of the state’s cultural and demographic identity. Addressing the media, Khera claimed that Assam’s global image—once shaped by icons like musician Zubeen Garg—has suffered under the present…

DMK Accuses Modi and Amit Shah of Misleading Claims on Tamil Nadu Fund Allocation

MithunJuly 4, 2025July 4, 202503 mins

The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, alleging that their claims of increased central fund allocation to Tamil Nadu under the BJP-led regime are “false and misleading.” In a strongly worded editorial published in its official organ Murasoli, the DMK accused the Centre…

Congress Slams BJP for ‘Tearing Constitution to Pieces’ While Marking Emergency Anniversary

MithunJune 25, 2025June 25, 202503 mins

Senior Congress leaders in Madhya Pradesh launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday, accusing it of hypocrisy for observing the 50th anniversary of the Emergency while allegedly dismantling constitutional values during its own tenure. At a protest held near Surya Namaskar Chouraha in Gwalior, Congress veterans including Rajya Sabha MP…

Delhi High Court upholds ₹50 lakh defamation damages against TMC MP Saket Gokhale

MithunMay 2, 2025May 2, 202501 mins

The Delhi High Court has refused to recall its order directing TMC MP Saket Gokhale to pay ₹50 lakh in damages to former diplomat Lakshmi Murdeshwar Puri for defamation. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav dismissed Gokhale’s plea to condone a 180-day delay in seeking relief, stating that no valid explanation was provided. Puri had filed the…

Ajit Pawar Assures Continuation of Ladki Bahin Scheme Amid Speculation

MithunApril 16, 2025April 16, 202503 mins

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has reaffirmed that the Ladki Bahin scheme will continue, dismissing rumours of its discontinuation. The scheme, officially known as the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, provides ₹1,500 per month to eligible women and played a crucial role in the ruling Mahayuti coalition’s electoral success last year. Speaking to reporters…

EPS Calls DMK the Sole Enemy, Sparking BJP Alliance Speculation

MithunMarch 4, 2025March 4, 202502 mins

Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS), a prominent leader of the AIADMK party, made a statement declaring the DMK (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) as their only enemy. This statement has sparked speculation about a potential alliance between the AIADMK and the BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party). EPS’s declaration has led political analysts to believe that the AIADMK might be…

‘Jharkhand will soon become mini Bangladesh ‘ – says Assam CM

editorOctober 29, 2024October 29, 202402 mins

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma takes strong objection against Jharkhand government over infiltration issue. The Assam CM has also claimed that the state might turn into mini Bangladesh, if BJP comes into power in the state NRC will be implemented. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said, “The infiltrators are causing a huge disturbance in…

Assam Government gets contempt notice from Supreme Court

editorOctober 1, 2024October 1, 202401 mins

Assam Government gets contempt notice from Supreme court for violating court orders. According to the sources, a petition was filed by 47 residence to the top court on demolition taken by the government, to which orders were issued no bulldozer action will taken until petition gets resolved. The incident took place on Kachutoli Pathar village,…

Assam Government reshuffles Guardian Ministers responsibilities in the state

editorSeptember 11, 2024September 11, 202402 mins

A notification issued by the Parliamentary Affairs Department has announced reassignment of 14 Cabinet Ministers with new responsibilities accross the state, Assam. The initiative is taken for the development of the state’s infrastructure, projects, welfare schemes, and ensuring efficient implementation of government schemes. Each Minister is assigned with two-three districts as part of their duties….

‘China can’t take our land’- Kiren Rijiju dismisses reports

editorSeptember 10, 2024September 10, 202401 mins

Reports were surfaced about China’s People Liberation Army’s (PLA) incursion into Indian territory in Arunachal Pradesh, to which Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has dismissed the reports. The Minister said, “China can’t take our land. Overlapping of patrolling does take place in the undemarcated areas. They are not allowed to construct anything permanent. There is strict…