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Political Storm Over Nehru Papers: Union Minister Gajendra Shekhawat Urges Sonia Gandhi to Return Historic Documents

19Dec

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Political Storm Over Nehru Papers: Union Minister Gajendra Shekhawat Urges Sonia Gandhi to Return Historic Documents

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 A major political controversy has erupted over documents linked to India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, with the Union Government demanding the return of what it calls a vital part of the nation’s documentary heritage. Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has publicly appealed to former Congress president Sonia Gandhi to return a large collection of Nehru-era documents taken from the Prime Ministers’ Museum and Library (PMML) in 2008. Documents Described as National Heritage Addressing the issue, Shekhawat stated that between 1971 and 1992, nearly four lakh documents related to Jawaharlal Nehru were handed over to PMML on nine different occasions for preservation, research, and public access. These documents, he st...

Light Moments After Winter Session: PM Modi and Priyanka Gandhi Share Laughter at Speaker’s Tea Meeting

19Dec

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Light Moments After Winter Session: PM Modi and Priyanka Gandhi Share Laughter at Speaker’s Tea Meeting

After the conclusion of Parliament’s Winter Session, a rare and refreshing scene unfolded in the corridors of Indian politics. Leaders from both the ruling alliance and the opposition came together in a cordial and relaxed atmosphere at a meeting convened by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were seen sharing hearty laughter. Tea, Talks and Togetherness The informal meeting was held at the Speaker’s Chamber following the adjournment of the Winter Session sine die on Friday. Unlike the often tense and noisy proceedings of the House, the gathering was marked by warmth, smiles and light-hearted conversations over tea. Prime Minister Modi attended the meeting along with Speaker Om Birla, Defence Minister Rajnath Si...

Indian Armed Forces End 450 Years of Portuguese Rule in Just 48 Hours: Tricolour Hoisted in Goa

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Indian Armed Forces End 450 Years of Portuguese Rule in Just 48 Hours: Tricolour Hoisted in Goa

Goa Liberation Day, observed annually on December 19, commemorates one of the most decisive and resolute chapters in India’s post-Independence history. On this day in 1961, the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘Operation Vijay’, bringing an end to more than 450 years of Portuguese colonial rule and firmly integrating Goa into the Indian Union. Despite India gaining independence in 1947, Goa, Daman and Diu remained under Portuguese control for over a decade. Repeated diplomatic and peaceful efforts to resolve the issue failed, leaving the Government of India with no option but to take decisive military action to reclaim its sovereign territory. Operation Vijay: A Swift and Decisive Victory ‘Operation Vijay’ was executed with remarkable precision and coordination by the Indian Army, Nav...

Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Justice Revati P. Mohite Dere as Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court

19Dec

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Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Justice Revati P. Mohite Dere as Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of Justice Revati P. Mohite Dere, currently a senior judge of the Bombay High Court, as the Chief Justice of the Meghalaya High Court. The recommendation was made during the Collegium meeting held on December 18, underscoring her long-standing judicial experience and impactful contribution to Indian jurisprudence. Who is Justice Revati P. Mohite Dere? Born on April 17, 1965, in Pune, Justice Mohite Dere earned her LLB degree from Symbiosis Law College, Pune. She began her legal career practicing at the Bombay High Court and later served as a Public Prosecutor for the Government of Maharashtra. She was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court in 2013 and became a Permanent Judge in 2015. Notably, she has se...

Rahul Gandhi Warns of Nationwide Agitation Over ‘VB–G RAM G’ Bill, Calls Modi Government’s Move a Blow to Rural India

19Dec

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Rahul Gandhi Warns of Nationwide Agitation Over ‘VB–G RAM G’ Bill, Calls Modi Government’s Move a Blow to Rural India

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticized the government’s new law, ‘VB–G RAM G’, which replaces the MNREGA scheme, calling it a major conspiracy against rural India. He warned of a nationwide movement to oppose the law, describing it as a “bulldozer” that destroyed **20 years of MNREGA in a single day.” Rights-Based Scheme Turned Ration-Controlled Program Gandhi claimed that the new legislation is not a reform but an attack on the rights of rural workers. MNREGA, he said, was a rights-based, demand-driven program empowering rural laborers, improving wages, working conditions, and rural infrastructure, while reducing distress migration. Under VB–G RAM G, these rights are being curtailed, and the program is being centralized from Delhi, transforming it into a rat...

Opposition Protests ‘Viksit Bharat–Ji Ram Ji’ Bill, Chirag Paswan Criticizes Walkout

19Dec

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Opposition Protests ‘Viksit Bharat–Ji Ram Ji’ Bill, Chirag Paswan Criticizes Walkout

New Delhi: The opposition erupted in protest after the Parliament passed the ‘Viksit Bharat–Ji Ram Ji’ bill, which replaces the MNREGA scheme. While ruling party leaders defended the move as a necessary reform, Union Minister and LJP-R MP Chirag Paswan sharply criticized the opposition, questioning why they were objecting to a name that invokes Lord Ram, a name revered by Mahatma Gandhi. Opposition Stages Protest The bill was passed in the Lok Sabha during the day and in the Rajya Sabha late at night. TMC MPs led the opposition, staging a 12-hour sit-in on the Parliament steps. Paswan questioned their protest, asking: “Why oppose in the name of Ram? It was Mahatma Gandhi’s most beloved name, and he uttered it in his last moments—‘He Ram’.” Chirag Paswan Targets TMC MPs Addressi...

How Crucial Was the SHANTI Bill for Nuclear Plant Security? Experts Weigh In

19Dec

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How Crucial Was the SHANTI Bill for Nuclear Plant Security? Experts Weigh In

New Delhi: The Rajya Sabha has approved the Sustainable Harnessing of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, a landmark legislation aimed at strengthening India’s nuclear energy regulations. The bill legally codifies the security of nuclear power plants, marking a significant shift from past practices where safety measures largely depended on government directives and post-incident actions. Opening Doors for Private Sector ParticipationThe SHANTI Bill not only enhances security but also opens opportunities for private companies to participate in India’s nuclear energy sector. With an eye on meeting the country’s clean energy requirements by 2047, the government has emphasized that the bill establishes a robust, continuous regulatory framework rather than relying on one-tim...

From Indigenous Jet Engines to Sudarshan Chakra, Defence Minister Talks About India’s Future

19Dec

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From Indigenous Jet Engines to Sudarshan Chakra, Defence Minister Talks About India’s Future

New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has emphasized the critical role of India’s strategic projects in securing the nation’s assets and enhancing its defence capabilities. Speaking at the Air Force Commanders’ Conference, he highlighted that the Sudarshan Chakra project is set to play a significant role in safeguarding national assets in the coming years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced this ambitious national defence shield initiative on 15 August earlier this year. Indigenous Jet Engine Development Becomes National MissionAddressing senior Air Force officers, Rajnath Singh said that the development of indigenous jet engines has now become a national mission. He stressed that the government is fully committed to achieving these strategic defence goals, reflecting India’...

Parents Plead for Young Son’s Right to Die; Supreme Court Says It Must Take Final Decision

19Dec

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Parents Plead for Young Son’s Right to Die; Supreme Court Says It Must Take Final Decision

New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has made a significant remark in the case of 31-year-old Harish Rana, who has been in a coma for the past 13 years. His parents have petitioned the court to allow passive euthanasia for their son. The court indicated that the time has come for it to make the final decision. Harish Rana, who fell from the fourth floor on 20 August 2013, has undergone treatment in multiple hospitals, but his condition has not improved. AIIMS Delhi submitted a second medical board report as per the Supreme Court’s direction, which, like the first report, states that Harish has virtually no chance of recovery. Supreme Court Bench RemarksThe bench, comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Vishwanathan, described the AIIMS report as “very tragic.” Before proceeding furt...

Supreme Court Upholds Father’s Will: Daughter Excluded from Property for Marrying Outside Community

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Supreme Court Upholds Father’s Will: Daughter Excluded from Property for Marrying Outside Community

New Delhi: In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has upheld a father’s will, ruling that his daughter Shaila Joseph is not entitled to any share of his property. The court emphasized that when a will is clear, the testator’s wishes are supreme and cannot be overridden. Background of the Case The father, N.S. Shridharan, had excluded Shaila from his estate among his nine children because she had married outside their community. Earlier, both the trial court and the High Court had ordered the property to be equally divided among all nine children, questioning the validity of the will. The Supreme Court has now reversed those rulings. Supreme Court Verdict A bench comprising Justices Ahsanuddeen Amanullah and K. Vinod Chandran stated, “No interference is permissible with a wil...