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New Delhi: Legal experts and think tanks have raised concerns over a proposed anti-corruption bill that allows the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, or ministers to be removed from office after 30 days of arrest on serious criminal charges. Representatives from the Law Center for Legal Policy, National Law University (NLU) Odisha, and National University of Juridical Sciences (NUJS), Kolkata highlighted potential loopholes before a joint parliamentary committee. Experts warned that the bill could become a tool for political vendetta, particularly against high-ranking officials, and may contravene the will of the people. Two of the institutions suggested that removal from office should be tied to the confirmation of charges, introducing a judicial safeguard into the process. The Law Cente...

Dhaka/New Delhi: Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has pinned the blame for the recent strain in India-Bangladesh relations on the Yunus administration. In an exclusive interview with Navbharat Times, Hasina expressed deep concern over the growing influence of extremist elements and attacks on minority communities in Bangladesh. She also criticized the upcoming parliamentary elections, describing them as largely symbolic and questioning the country’s democratic process. Tensions Under the Yunus AdministrationHasina highlighted that under the Yunus government, Bangladesh’s diverse society is facing significant challenges. She noted that Hindus, Buddhists, Christians, and Ahmadi Muslims have been particularly vulnerable to worrying incidents. She further alleged that the adm...

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan delivered a powerful address at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) on Friday while commemorating the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, underscoring that national security in today’s world extends far beyond territorial defence. Speaking to students and faculty, General Chauhan said that national security now includes safeguarding the nation’s people and its ideological foundations, not merely protecting land borders. He stressed that in an era of global uncertainty and rapidly changing geopolitical realities, Netaji’s assertive diplomacy and realistic worldview remain deeply relevant. Netaji’s Strategic Vision Still Relevant Highlighting Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s leadership, the CDS said that Bose was not only a vi...

A political storm has erupted within the Congress ahead of the Kerala Assembly elections after senior party leader and former MP Sandeep Dikshit launched a sharp attack on party MP Shashi Tharoor for skipping a crucial election-related meeting. Reacting to Tharoor’s decision to stay away from the high-level Congress meeting, Dikshit remarked that leaders who are “irrelevant to the party” do not matter, adding bluntly that “it makes no difference whether they attend the meeting or not.” Speaking to news agency IANS, Dikshit said that all strong and relevant Congress leaders from Kerala would be present at the meeting.“Those who are important to the Congress and those who are strong leaders are attending. Those who are not relevant or not big leaders — whether they come or not — it mak...

The Delhi High Court has set aside the bail granted to an accused allegedly involved in the stone-pelting incident during an anti-encroachment drive near the Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque at Turkman Gate earlier this month. Justice Prateek Jalan, while remanding the matter back to the subordinate court for reconsideration, observed that although courts exercise extreme caution while interfering with relief granted to an individual, the present case falls under the category of an “exceptional” one. The High Court noted that the accused, a street vendor identified as Ubaidullah, had been granted bail through an order that was “vague and irrational.” The court held that such an order warranted judicial scrutiny and intervention. The incident had taken place during a drive to remove encroachmen...

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor will not attend the party’s strategic meeting scheduled for Friday to discuss preparations for the Kerala Assembly elections, sources said. Tharoor is reportedly “hurt” over recent developments, including what he perceives as being repeatedly sidelined by the party’s state leadership. According to sources, Tharoor was particularly upset after Rahul Gandhi, during a recent public programme, did not mention his name despite his presence on the stage. The incident, coupled with what Tharoor believes is a consistent effort by state leaders to marginalise him, has contributed to his decision to stay away from the crucial meeting. The meeting is expected to focus on the Congress party’s electoral strategy and organisational preparedness in Kerala. Thar...

This year, the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi promises a spectacular display of India’s military strength, featuring a host of new attractions that will capture the nation’s attention. S-400 Air Defense System Makes Its DebutFor the first time, the S-400 air defense system will be showcased during the parade’s tableau of the Department of Military Affairs. Air Commodore Manish Sabharwal revealed that this is the same system that successfully engaged and neutralized a Pakistani Air Force aircraft at record-long distances. The display aims to highlight India’s advanced aerial defense capabilities. Operation Sindur Tableau Highlights Tri-Services StrengthAnother major highlight will be the tableau dedicated to ‘Operation Sindur,’ which showcases the coordinated power of India’s Army, ...

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has delivered a stern directive in a case involving a lawyer practicing in the Jharkhand High Court. Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Suryakant’s bench dismissed the petition filed by advocate Mahesh Tiwari and instructed him to submit an unconditional apology before the High Court. The matter arose after Tiwari allegedly disrupted proceedings in the Jharkhand High Court and made remarks such as “the country is burning because of the judiciary,” insisting on arguing his case in his own manner. He also reportedly warned the High Court against overstepping its authority. Arguments Presented in the Supreme Court:Senior advocate Siddharth Dave represented Tiwari, who faced criminal contempt proceedings for the incident that occurred on October 16, 2025, in C...

A fundamental principle of economics is that any policy should be judged not by its intentions but by its outcomes. In education, outcomes are measured by whether a child is genuinely learning, able to cope with the school environment, and acquiring skills that prepare them for a competitive future. The Supreme Court recently reminded us that under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 25% of seats in private schools are reserved for children from disadvantaged backgrounds. While the law’s intent is noble—education can indeed be a transformative tool—the reality of implementation requires scrutiny. Simply providing seats does not ensure that children benefit in meaningful ways. The Cost of LearningThe challenge lies in our tendency to reduce education to a debate over “seats” or “fees.” ...