Monday, June 29

Politics

Jaipur Teacher Dies by Suicide After Pressure From SIR Supervisor; Union Stages Protest
Politics, Rajasthan, State

Jaipur Teacher Dies by Suicide After Pressure From SIR Supervisor; Union Stages Protest

Jaipur: A shocking incident has emerged from Jaipur’s Nahri ka Bas area, where a government school teacher, Mukesh Jangid, died by suicide allegedly due to excessive workload linked to the ongoing SIR (Special Intensive Revision) voter-list process. A suicide note was recovered from his pocket, prompting widespread outrage among teacher unions. According to officials, teachers in Rajasthan have been assigned duties as BLOs (Booth Level Officers) for the SIR process, significantly increasing their workload. Mukesh, posted at the Government Primary School, Nahri ka Bas, was reportedly under immense pressure to complete BLO tasks on time. Teacher Jumped in Front of Train Police said Mukesh ended his life by jumping in front of a moving train. The incident triggered immediate protests...
Congress MPs and MLAs Express Trust in Dr. Kirori Lal Meena; Midnight Meeting Brings Breakthrough for Farmers
Politics, Rajasthan, State

Congress MPs and MLAs Express Trust in Dr. Kirori Lal Meena; Midnight Meeting Brings Breakthrough for Farmers

Jaipur: Rajasthan’s Agriculture Minister Dr. Kirori Lal Meena once again emerged at the center of political discussions after a rare and impactful midnight meeting with Congress MPs and MLAs. The meeting, held at Pant Krishi Bhawan on Monday night, focused on addressing multiple demands raised by farmers. Surprisingly, several Congress leaders openly praised Dr. Meena — an unusual moment in state politics where opposition leaders typically attack the government. Many Congress representatives described the meeting as “the most positive discussion ever held” and expressed full confidence in the agriculture minister’s commitment toward farmers’ welfare. Opposition Leaders Praise the Agriculture Minister Opposition leaders appreciating a ruling party minister is a rare sight. But on M...
Nitish Kumar’s Resignation Triggers Power Play: Who Will Be the Next Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar
Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar’s Resignation Triggers Power Play: Who Will Be the Next Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar

? Patna: Moments after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar submitted his resignation following the Bihar Cabinet meeting, a new political battle began—who will occupy the Deputy Chief Minister’s chair? With the NDA crossing the 200-seat mark in the 2025 Assembly elections, the chief ministerial question has been sealed. Now all eyes are on the “Deputy CM race,” where caste and gender equations are shaping key decisions. Sources within the BJP indicate that the party is considering a dual-strategy ticket—appointing a woman Deputy CM who also represents either the upper-caste bloc or the backward/ extremely backward classes. Both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nitish Kumar have relied heavily on women voters as their political trump card. A final decision is expected around 19 November, but ...
Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death; Fresh Violence Erupts Across Bangladesh
Politics, world

Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death; Fresh Violence Erupts Across Bangladesh

Dhaka: Bangladesh once again plunged into unrest after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). The verdict triggered violent clashes between Awami League supporters and members of the Jatiya Chhatra Shakti, a student group formed after last year’s anti-government uprising. According to Bangladeshi media reports, Awami League workers blocked several major highways across Dhaka, leading to widespread disruption. Multiple confrontations broke out between protesters and police, who used batons, sound grenades, and tear gas to disperse the crowds. At least two people have died in the violence so far. The ICT found Sheikh Hasina guilty of crimes against humanity, accusing her of ordering violent repression during the student up...
Tussle Between BJP and JDU Over Speaker’s Post Ahead of NDA Government Formation in Bihar; Will Delhi Meeting Break the Deadlock
Bihar, Politics, State

Tussle Between BJP and JDU Over Speaker’s Post Ahead of NDA Government Formation in Bihar; Will Delhi Meeting Break the Deadlock

Patna:As Bihar prepares for the formation of the new NDA government, intense deliberations are underway between alliance partners. According to sources, both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Janata Dal (United) have staked their claim to the prestigious post of Speaker in the Bihar Legislative Assembly, leading to friction ahead of cabinet finalisation. BJP and JDU in Direct Contest for Speaker’s Chair The Speaker’s post has emerged as the first major point of contention between the two largest NDA allies. Both parties are reportedly pushing for control of the position, but BJP is said to be particularly firm about retaining the chair.In the previous Assembly, BJP’s Nand Kishore Yadav served as Speaker, while JDU’s Narendra Narayan Yadav held the Deputy Speaker’s position. ...
Mother Appeals for Infant’s Life at Yogi Adityanath’s Janta Darshan; CM Takes Immediate Action, Sends Message to Soldiers
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Mother Appeals for Infant’s Life at Yogi Adityanath’s Janta Darshan; CM Takes Immediate Action, Sends Message to Soldiers

Lucknow: A touching scene unfolded at Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s Janta Darshan in Lucknow on Monday. A mother approached the CM seeking urgent financial assistance for her seven-month-old infant, who is suffering from a heart-related illness. During the morning session, the mother, hailing from Rajendra Nagar, Aishbagh, explained her difficult financial condition, living in a rented house with limited resources. She appealed to the CM for help to ensure her child’s treatment. Moved by her plea, CM Yogi Adityanath immediately arranged for an ambulance to take the baby to King George’s Medical University (KGMU), instructing the university’s Vice-Chancellor to commence treatment without delay. The child’s treatment began promptly following the CM’s directions. The CM al...
Bhupendra Patel Cabinet Reshuffle, Two PM Modi Visits in a Month: Is Gujarat Set for BJP vs AAP Battle?
Gujarat, Politics, State

Bhupendra Patel Cabinet Reshuffle, Two PM Modi Visits in a Month: Is Gujarat Set for BJP vs AAP Battle?

Ahmedabad: After NDA's resounding victory in the Bihar elections, the BJP has set its sights on West Bengal, while the grand alliance faces setbacks and Congress remains largely inactive. Rahul Gandhi had vowed to challenge BJP in its stronghold Gujarat, but the party is already engaged in course correction. With the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) gaining traction, questions arise: Will the next political battle in Gujarat be BJP versus AAP? Congress Missing from the SceneDespite organizational revamps in Gujarat, Congress is not showing the level of activity required. In the 2022 assembly elections, AAP had captured 13% of Congress votes. While BJP remains ahead and AAP gains ground, Congress is mired in internal disputes, with leaders hesitant to step out of their comfort zones. Of the eight a...
Factional Tensions Rise in BJP: Singhvi’s Letter Sparks Controversy After Anta Bypoll Defeat
Politics, Rajasthan, State

Factional Tensions Rise in BJP: Singhvi’s Letter Sparks Controversy After Anta Bypoll Defeat

Baran, Rajasthan: Just three days after the BJP suffered a crushing defeat in the Anta assembly bypoll—the only constituency in Rajasthan to go for a by-election—internal party tensions have surfaced dramatically. Pratap Singh Singhvi, the second-most senior legislator in the state assembly, has written a letter to BJP National President JP Nadda, raising concerns over neglect and humiliation during the campaign. Singhvi’s letter, which has gone viral on social media, details how he was excluded from the list of 40 party leaders assigned to campaign for the Anta bypoll. “I am the second-most senior MLA in the assembly, yet I was completely ignored. Even the Chief Minister’s roadshow, named ‘Vijay Sankalp Yatra’, included photos of junior MLAs on the posters, but my name wasn’t mentioned...
Sharad Pawar Refutes Claims of Congress’s Collapse After Bihar Polls
Maharashtra, Politics, State

Sharad Pawar Refutes Claims of Congress’s Collapse After Bihar Polls

Mumbai: Following the Bihar Assembly election results, where the JD(U)-BJP-led NDA registered a landslide victory, speculation about the future of Congress has intensified. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had predicted that Congress would soon break apart, calling it a “Muslim League-Maoist party.” In response, NCP chief and Maharashtra veteran leader Sharad Pawar issued a strong rebuttal, asserting that Congress is far from finished and will rise again. Pawar’s Take on Congress’s Resilience Speaking in Solapur amid the local body election atmosphere, Pawar said, “The Congress I understand is not the Congress that will vanish; it will re-emerge. Since it is a party that adheres to the ideals of the Gandhi-Nehru legacy, it will reach new heights once again.” He drew historical paralle...
J&K to Soon Regain Full Statehood, Says Deputy CM Surendra Choudhary During Bagpat Visit
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

J&K to Soon Regain Full Statehood, Says Deputy CM Surendra Choudhary During Bagpat Visit

Bagpat, Uttar Pradesh: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surendra Choudhary visited Bagpat on Monday and made a significant statement regarding the region’s political future, asserting that Kashmir will soon be restored to full statehood. During his address, Choudhary also responded to remarks made by PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti, suggesting that she appears indecisive about her political stance. “Mehbooba Mufti is confused. She needs to decide clearly what path she wants to take in Jammu and Kashmir,” he said. Response to Mehbooba Mufti Choudhary criticized the PDP chief for her changing positions over the years. “There were times in 2019 when she contested elections in alliance with the BJP, and at other times she has made contradictory statements. Mehbooba Mufti herself must...