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Supreme Court Stays UGC Regulations: Reactions from UP Leaders Including Keshav Prasad Maurya and Akhilesh Yadav

29Jan

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Supreme Court Stays UGC Regulations: Reactions from UP Leaders Including Keshav Prasad Maurya and Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow: The Supreme Court has temporarily stayed the new University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations, citing concerns over potential misuse. The Court has issued notices to the central government and UGC, seeking responses by March 19, 2026, the date for the next hearing on petitions challenging the rules. The decision comes amid widespread protests against the new UGC guidelines. Several political leaders in Uttar Pradesh have reacted to the Supreme Court’s order: Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya welcomed the ruling, stating, “When the Supreme Court delivers a judgment, it is always a matter of satisfaction. Any decision of the apex court is a reason for joy.” Minister Omprakash Rajbhar emphasized, “Since the day the UGC regulations came into force, I have maintain...

Ajit Pawar Passes Away: Who Will Take the Helm of NCP? Insights into the Pawar Family Order

29Jan

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Ajit Pawar Passes Away: Who Will Take the Helm of NCP? Insights into the Pawar Family Order

Maharashtra bid farewell to Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday, as thousands gathered in Baramati to pay their respects. Supporters raised slogans like “Ajit Dada Amar Rahe” (Long live Ajit Dada) in tribute to the late leader. Pawar’s sons, Parth and Jai, performed the final rites and offered their last respects amid emotional scenes. With Ajit Pawar’s untimely death in a plane crash, speculation has intensified over who will now take charge of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). A Political Legacy in the Pawar Family Ajit Pawar was a dominant figure in Maharashtra politics, particularly in Baramati, the Pawar family stronghold. The family includes several active politicians: Sharad Pawar (85) – Patriarch and senior-most leader Sunetra Pawar (62) – Ajit’s wife, Raj...

Lok Sabha Speaker Warns MPs: “Take Your Conversations Outside the Chamber”

29Jan

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Nation, Politics

Lok Sabha Speaker Warns MPs: “Take Your Conversations Outside the Chamber”

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday issued a stern warning to MPs who were continuously engaging in side conversations during Question Hour, emphasizing that such behavior disrupts parliamentary proceedings and undermines the dignity of the House. Observing members from both sides of the House talking amongst themselves, the Speaker told them that while brief discussions are permissible, extended conversations are not. “If you want to have long discussions, please step out of the Lok Sabha chamber,” he said. Warning to KC VenugopalSpeaker Birla also specifically advised Congress MP KC Venugopal to reduce his conversations with fellow members. He cautioned that going forward, the names of MPs who disrupt proceedings through extended side talks will be recorded. Parliamentary Sch...

Mamata Banerjee to Take SIR Complaint to Delhi, Meeting with CEC Gyanesh Kumar on February 2

29Jan

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Politics, State, West Bengal

Mamata Banerjee to Take SIR Complaint to Delhi, Meeting with CEC Gyanesh Kumar on February 2

Kolkata West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is set to bring the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) dispute to the national stage. She will meet the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar at the Election House in Delhi on February 2, accompanied by a Trinamool Congress (TMC) delegation. The meeting comes amid escalating tensions over the SIR process in West Bengal, which the TMC alleges is being conducted in a biased manner favoring the BJP. The SIR controversy erupted after the TMC claimed that approximately 1.5 crore voters in West Bengal had discrepancies in their documents or were not linked with the 2002 voter list. Mamata Banerjee had earlier accused the Election Commission of attempting to disenfranchise voters, particularly the elderly and persons with di...

Sanjay Raut Questions Ajit Pawar’s Death, References Ahmedabad Plane Crash; Criticizes BJP Over Legacy

29Jan

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Sanjay Raut Questions Ajit Pawar’s Death, References Ahmedabad Plane Crash; Criticizes BJP Over Legacy

Political tensions in Maharashtra intensified following the death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane accident. While Sharad Pawar had earlier described the Baramati air mishap as an accident, Shiv Sena (Uddhav faction) leader Sanjay Raut raised questions regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident, drawing parallels with the Ahmedabad plane crash. Speaking in Mumbai on Thursday, Raut said, “Has there been any proper investigation into the Ahmedabad plane crash? The facts and truth must come before the public.” He added that the sudden demise of Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister is shocking not only for the state but for the entire nation, and the people deserve answers. Criticism of BJP Raut also targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing the party ...

Republic Day Incident Sparks Outrage in Balaghat as Youths Raise Godse Slogans Holding National Flag

29Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

Republic Day Incident Sparks Outrage in Balaghat as Youths Raise Godse Slogans Holding National Flag

A disturbing incident reported from Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh has triggered widespread outrage after a group of youths allegedly raised slogans in support of Nathuram Godse, the assassin of Mahatma Gandhi, on Republic Day. The incident occurred on January 26 in Bagholi village of Lalbarra block, where several youths were seen moving around in a vehicle while holding the national flag and allegedly shouting slogans glorifying Godse. A video of the incident has since gone viral on social media, drawing sharp political reactions and public condemnation. Congress Condemns the Act The Congress party has strongly objected to the incident, terming it an insult to the Father of the Nation and a direct attack on constitutional values. According to party leaders, the slogans we...

Land for Job Case: Court Directs Lalu Family to Appear in Person, Daily Hearing to Begin from March 9

29Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Land for Job Case: Court Directs Lalu Family to Appear in Person, Daily Hearing to Begin from March 9

In a significant development in the Land for Job case, the Rouse Avenue Court in New Delhi on Thursday directed key accused members of the Lalu Prasad Yadav family to appear personally before the court for the formal framing of charges. The court ordered RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi, Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav, and Tej Pratap Yadav to be present in person. However, granting conditional relief, the court allowed them to appear on any date between February 1 and February 25, subject to prior intimation to the court at least one day in advance. Plea for Exemption Cited Age and Health During the hearing, Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi sought exemption from personal appearance citing advanced age and health-related issues. Tejashwi Yad...

Who Is Saurabh Joshi: With Father’s Photo in Hand and Tears in Eyes, Chandigarh Gets a New Mayor

29Jan

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Politics, PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Who Is Saurabh Joshi: With Father’s Photo in Hand and Tears in Eyes, Chandigarh Gets a New Mayor

Chandigarh: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has clinched victory once again in the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation mayoral election. Saurabh Joshi, BJP’s candidate, emerged victorious with 18 votes and is now the city’s new Mayor. Overcome with emotion, Joshi was assisted by his colleagues to take the mayoral seat, holding a photograph of his late father — a moment captured on video that has gone viral on social media. Who Is Saurabh Joshi? Saurabh Joshi represents the new generation of BJP leaders who balance organizational roots with modern political acumen. A law graduate from Panjab University, Joshi’s political journey began with student politics and has now culminated in him occupying the highest office in the Municipal Corporation. He belongs to the second generation of R...

Chandigarh Mayor Election Result: BJP Triumphs Again; Saurabh Joshi Elected Mayor, Jasmanpreet Singh Becomes Senior Deputy Mayor

29Jan

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Politics, PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Chandigarh Mayor Election Result: BJP Triumphs Again; Saurabh Joshi Elected Mayor, Jasmanpreet Singh Becomes Senior Deputy Mayor

Chandigarh: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has once again emerged victorious in the Chandigarh Mayor election. BJP’s Saurabh Joshi won the mayoral seat, securing 18 votes, while Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate Yogesh Dhingra received 11 votes and Congress candidate Gurpreet Gabi managed only 7 votes. The election was conducted by a show of hands, rather than ballot papers. Overcome with emotion upon his victory, Joshi was assisted by colleagues to take his seat as Mayor. He also brought a photograph of his late father to the ceremony, paying tribute to him at this momentous occasion. Vote Tally | Party | Candidate | Votes || BJP | Saurabh Joshi | 18 || AAP | Yogesh Dhingra | 11 || Congress | Gurpreet Gabi | 7 | Senior Deputy Mayor Election Following the mayoral election, v...

Minister Deepak Prakash’s Masterstroke: Requests ₹2,622.65 Crore for Health Sector from Centre

29Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Minister Deepak Prakash’s Masterstroke: Requests ₹2,622.65 Crore for Health Sector from Centre

Patna: Bihar’s Panchayati Raj Minister, Deepak Prakash, has made a strategic move to boost the state’s rural governance initiatives. Known for introducing innovative measures in his department, Prakash has requested the central government to allow Bihar to host the National Workshop of Women-Friendly Panchayats. The proactive minister recently announced a novel election experiment, introducing on-camera voting to curb bogus votes — a move aimed at increasing transparency in the electoral process. Meeting with Central Ministers On 28 January, Prakash attended a policy dialogue on “Operation & Maintenance of Rural Water Supply Infrastructure” at the NASC Complex, Convention Center in New Delhi, chaired by Union Minister of Water Resources, CR Patil. During the meeting, he reques...