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New Delhi: Despite the Supreme Court’s February 2024 decision to end electoral bonds, corporate political donations continue to heavily favor the BJP, according to the latest electoral trust reports. The Progressive Electoral Trust (PET), controlled by the Tata Group, contributed a staggering ₹915 crore in political funding during 2024-25, with nearly 83% (₹757.6 crore) going to the BJP. The Congress, by comparison, received only 8.4% (₹77.3 crore) from PET. Other donations to BJP came from the New Democratic Trust (₹150 crore), Harmony Trust (₹30.1 crore), Troyemph Trust (₹21 crore), Jan Kalyan Trust (₹9.5 lakh), and Ingeniarting Trust (₹7.75 lakh). BJP Dominates Corporate FundingThis is not new. During the 2018-19 Lok Sabha elections, PET had already given BJP the largest share of ...

New Delhi: Amid nationwide controversy over the SIR initiative, the Supreme Court witnessed a tense moment on Tuesday when senior advocate Prashant Bhushan referred to the Election Commission (EC) as ‘dictatorial’ during proceedings. The court sharply rebuked him, advising that all arguments be confined strictly within legal boundaries and not mimic political rhetoric. During the hearing, Bhushan criticized the EC for allegedly rushing the revision of voter lists, calling it unprecedented under the Representation of the People Act. He claimed the accelerated process caused severe mental and physical stress for Booth Level Officers (BLOs), reportedly leading to 30 suicides. “The EC is often seen as a dictator because it allegedly disregards rules and regulations, acting solely on its ...

New Delhi: With the onset of December, northwest India is experiencing a sharp drop in temperatures, while parts of southern India are likely to receive heavy rainfall in the next 24–48 hours, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Delhi is expected to witness falling temperatures and chilly winds over the coming days, while Uttar Pradesh currently experiences moderate cold with morning fog continuing in many areas. Weather Forecast for Delhi The IMD has predicted that Delhi’s maximum temperatures over the next few days will range between 22–24°C, with minimum temperatures dropping to 6–9°C. A cold wave alert has also been issued, indicating that residents will experience colder-than-normal winds. December 3: Morning fog and haze expected; afternoon will see brie...

New Delhi: In the past three years, six major hospitals in Delhi have recorded over 2,04,758 cases of acute respiratory illnesses in their emergency departments, with more than 30,000 patients requiring hospitalization, according to data presented in the Rajya Sabha. The central government has highlighted air pollution as a significant contributing factor to this alarming rise in respiratory ailments. Government Data on Respiratory Cases The figures were provided in response to a question raised by Rajya Sabha MP Vikramjeet Singh Sahni. The data reveals that from 2022 to 2025, a total of 2,04,758 patients visited emergency units across six central hospitals with acute respiratory infections, such as shortness of breath, persistent cough, and chest tightness. Of these, 30,425 patients...

A political uproar erupted on Tuesday after Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury brought a stray dog inside the Parliament premises. The incident triggered sharp reactions from the ruling party, prompting Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi to respond with sarcasm, questioning why a harmless dog had become the centre of national debate. Speaking to the media, Rahul Gandhi remarked, “It seems the dog is the main topic today. What has the poor dog done? Are dogs not allowed here?” He further added that perhaps pets are not permitted inside the complex, but criticized the unnecessary hype around the issue. “I feel this is what India is discussing these days,” he said, taking a dig at the ongoing political narrative. The controversy began on Monday when Renuka Chowdhury arrived at Parliament with ...

Indore/New Delhi: The Nivaraha Foundation is set to roll out a nationwide initiative titled “Media Integrity Protection Campaign” starting December 6. The campaign aims to tackle the growing menace of fake journalists, fraudulent YouTubers, blackmail gangs, and illegally operating media houses, demanding strict legal action against them. As part of the campaign, the foundation plans to submit memorandums to district collectors, police superintendents, and commissioners across every district of India, urging authorities to: File FIRs against fake journalists Take immediate action against YouTubers and media groups involved in blackmail and extortion Enforce punitive measures against media houses violating the Digital Media Act 2021 Fake Journalism: The Biggest Threat to Med...

A 1996 State Bank of India (SBI) passbook has gone viral on social media, capturing the attention of thousands of netizens. The video, posted on Instagram account @igovinnd, shows a person showcasing their grandfather’s passbook from the erstwhile State Bank of Jaipur & Bikaner (SBJB), which later merged into SBI. A Glimpse into Old Banking PracticesThe passbook features handwritten entries, with traditional banking terms like “Nirantar Pension” and “Cash Certificate” visible on its last page—terminology rarely used today. The 80-second video offers viewers a nostalgic look at banking from the 1990s, reminding them of a time when every transaction was meticulously recorded by hand. Social Media BuzzThe video has garnered over 345,000 views, more than 6,000 likes, and over 100 com...

With Russian President Vladimir Putin expected to visit India soon, Moscow is preparing — even before the summit — a strategic move with India and China that could deliver a significant blow to US influence in global trade. India–Russia Maritime Cooperation Gains Momentum On 18 November, Nikolai Patrushev, Chairman of the Russian Maritime Board and a top aide to President Putin, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to finalize preparations for the 23rd Annual India–Russia Summit scheduled for early December. Putin last visited India in December 2021 for the 21st edition of the summit. During his upcoming visit, both nations are expected to strengthen a major new pillar of strategic partnership — joint shipbuilding, alongside cooperation in defence, space, and nuclear ener...

New Delhi, 15 Nov 2025 – In a first-of-its-kind initiative in India, the Nivrah Foundation has announced a comprehensive national campaign, “Digital Media Awareness & Legal Compliance Campaign – 2025”, targeting digital media professionals, journalists, YouTubers, social media creators, and online news publishers. The campaign will be implemented nationwide under the leadership of Shri Vinayak Ashok Luniya, National President of Nivrah Foundation and Chairman of its Digital Media Self-Regulatory Body. Objective of the Campaign The campaign aims to make the digital media sector legally secure, transparent, and responsible. Key highlights include guidance on: Digital Media Act 2021 IT Act 2000 & IT Rules 2021 New Indian Justice Code (BNS) Participants will ...

Date: 14 November 2025New Delhi Nivraha Foundation Launches 40% Subsidized ‘Hospicash Insurance Programme’** New Delhi.Vinayak Ashok Luniya, National President of the Nivraha Foundation, has announced an important welfare initiative for journalists and media professionals across the country. The foundation will provide a 40% subsidy on the premium of the Hospicash Insurance Policy designed exclusively for journalists. The programme aims to ensure financial support and health security for media personnel. Luniya informed that if any journalist is hospitalized due to health reasons, the Hospicash policy will provide ₹1,000 per day as maintenance allowance, paid directly by the insurance company for the duration of hospitalization. Premium Structure According to Luniya,...