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Politics

Navjot Singh Sidhu’s Cryptic Message Sparks Political Speculation: Will He Reunite with BJP?
Politics, PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Navjot Singh Sidhu’s Cryptic Message Sparks Political Speculation: Will He Reunite with BJP?

Chandigarh: Former Punjab Congress president Navjot Singh Sidhu has once again stirred political discussions with a cryptic video message on social media. Sidhu’s post, in which he urges people to “let go of what they haven’t received,” has fueled speculation that he may be exploring new political avenues. In the brief 20-second video, Sidhu is seen holding a cup of tea in a serene garden setting, wearing a calm smile. Yet, the words he chooses carry an unmistakable undertone of discontent. “Guru, be a little loyal to life, let go of what you haven’t received, not everyone is worthy of you, enjoy tea alone,” he says. Observers interpret this as a subtle protest against the Congress leadership’s recent sidelining of the veteran leader. The controversy stems from a key meeting convened...
Uma Bharti Criticizes Own Government over Shankaracharya Dispute, Tags Yogi Adityanath on Social Media
Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

Uma Bharti Criticizes Own Government over Shankaracharya Dispute, Tags Yogi Adityanath on Social Media

Bhopal/Prayagraj: The ongoing dispute between Swami Avimukteshwaranand and the Uttar Pradesh government over the title of Shankaracharya has drawn criticism from within the BJP. Senior BJP leader and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Uma Bharti has openly criticized the administration for seeking proof of Swami Avimukteshwaranand’s status as Shankaracharya, calling it a violation of his rights and traditional norms. Uma Bharti Tags Yogi Adityanath In a social media post, Uma Bharti tagged Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, expressing hope that the matter would reach a positive resolution. She stressed that administrative authorities have no right to demand proof of a Shankaracharya title, which is traditionally recognized only by Shankaracharyas themselves and the counc...
Nitish Kumar Announces Rs 391-Crore Development Package for Madhubani Under Samriddhi Yatra
Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar Announces Rs 391-Crore Development Package for Madhubani Under Samriddhi Yatra

Patna/Madhubani: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday announced development projects worth ₹391 crore for Madhubani district during the second phase of his Samriddhi Yatra, aimed at accelerating inclusive growth and completing long-pending infrastructure works. Addressing a public gathering in Madhubani, the Chief Minister said the focus of the government is on comprehensive development, particularly the completion of projects that were inaugurated or laid earlier but remain unfinished. He asserted that these initiatives would significantly transform the socio-economic landscape of the district. Seven Major Projects Approved for Madhubani The Chief Minister announced approval for seven key projects, which are expected to be completed at the earliest: Linking the Old Ka...
Security Guards Seen Restricting Journalists During CM Nitish Kumar’s Samriddhi Yatra in Madhubani
Bihar, Politics, State

Security Guards Seen Restricting Journalists During CM Nitish Kumar’s Samriddhi Yatra in Madhubani

Madhubani: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday flagged off the second phase of his ambitious Samriddhi Yatra from Madhubani district. The Chief Minister was accompanied by Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and Cabinet Minister Vijay Choudhary during the visit. While the tour focused on reviewing development works and interacting with beneficiaries of government schemes, an uncomfortable situation arose when security personnel were seen restricting media coverage. After arriving at the inspection site, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited various government stalls set up at the venue and interacted directly with officials and beneficiaries to gather feedback on ongoing welfare schemes. He later held a review meeting with local public representatives and district officials at...
Don’t Worry, Every Problem Will Be Resolved: CM Yogi Assures, Brings Smile to Complainants’ Faces
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Don’t Worry, Every Problem Will Be Resolved: CM Yogi Assures, Brings Smile to Complainants’ Faces

Gorakhpur: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attended the public hearing program at the Gorakhnath Temple premises, where he personally listened to the grievances of around 200 complainants. The CM assured them that their issues would be addressed promptly and efficiently, bringing relief and satisfaction to those present. During the session, CM Yogi encouraged the complainants, saying, “Do not worry, your problems will be resolved.” Hearing this assurance, many participants were visibly relieved, their faces reflecting hope and confidence. The Chief Minister directed the officials present to handle every grievance with sensitivity, ensuring a prompt, transparent, and quality resolution. On Tuesday morning, at the Mahant Digvijayanath Smriti Bhawan within the Gorakhnath Te...
Hurting Someone’s Heart Is Violence Too, Denying Rights Is Unrighteous: Vasundhara Raje
Politics, Rajasthan, State

Hurting Someone’s Heart Is Violence Too, Denying Rights Is Unrighteous: Vasundhara Raje

Jaipur, Rajasthan: Former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje has emphasized that violence is not limited to physical harm—hurting someone’s heart also constitutes violence. Speaking at the Acharya Mahashraman Maryada Festival in Didwana, she stressed the importance of Jain principles, morality, and non-violence in everyday life and politics. Highlights: Vasundhara Raje calls emotional harm a form of violence. Comments on ethics and politics during Didwana event. Denying someone’s rights is a form of unrighteousness (adharma). Jainism Teaches Compassion and Non-ViolenceAddressing the gathering in Chhoti Khatu, Raje highlighted that Jainism advocates compassion and empathy toward all living beings. She said that injustice, depriving someone of their rights, or hurting another pe...
Good News for Delhi Residents: CM Rekha Gupta Approves ₹327 Crore Development Plan for Slum Areas
DELHI (national capital territory), Politics, State

Good News for Delhi Residents: CM Rekha Gupta Approves ₹327 Crore Development Plan for Slum Areas

On Republic Day, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta invited representatives from the city’s slum communities to the Chief Minister’s Jan Seva Sadan to inaugurate development projects worth ₹327 crore. The CM shared a meal with the slum representatives and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving living standards. The approved initiatives include constructing public utility complexes and cemented roads in slum areas. Of the total sanctioned amount, ₹144 crore worth of projects have already been awarded. Cabinet Minister Ashish Sood, Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva, and DSIB CEO Rupesh Thakur were present at the event. CM Gupta emphasized that unlike previous administrations, which treated slum dwellers as a vote bank, the current government aims to provide them respect,...
Samriddhi Yatra Live: Launch of New Projects and Review of Pending Initiatives as Nitish Kumar Visits Madhubani
Bihar, Politics, State

Samriddhi Yatra Live: Launch of New Projects and Review of Pending Initiatives as Nitish Kumar Visits Madhubani

Madhubani: During the ongoing Samriddhi Yatra, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced projects worth ₹391 crore for Madhubani, focusing particularly on previously initiated but unfinished schemes. Among these is the ₹13.96 crore Sugarwe Bear Riverfront, aimed at boosting tourism and enhancing riverbank safety. The Chief Minister emphasized comprehensive development, reviewing projects launched during earlier progress visits to Madhubani that remain incomplete. Sugarwe Bear RiverfrontThe Chief Minister inaugurated the Sugarwe Bear Riverfront at Araria Sangram in the Jhajharpur block. Constructed at a cost of ₹13.96 crore, the project includes riverbank development and protective measures. The initiative is intended to serve as a major attraction for both tourists and local reside...
Congress Questions Seating of Opposition Leaders During Republic Day Parade
Nation, Politics

Congress Questions Seating of Opposition Leaders During Republic Day Parade

New Delhi, January 26, 2026: Congress has raised concerns over the seating arrangement of opposition leaders during the Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path, questioning whether the government intended to insult senior opposition figures. The party highlighted that Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge were seated in the rear rows, sparking controversy. Congress MPs Vivek Tankha and Manickam Tagore shared images from the 2014 Republic Day parade showing L.K. Advani, then Leader of the Opposition, seated in the front row. They questioned why a similar protocol was not followed this year and whether this deviation was deliberate. Manickam Tagore, in a post on X, said, “Opposition leaders cannot be disrespected, especially on Republic Day. L.K. ...
Congress Questions Modi Government’s Intentions on Caste Census, Demands Immediate Dialogue
Nation, Politics

Congress Questions Modi Government’s Intentions on Caste Census, Demands Immediate Dialogue

New Delhi, January 26, 2026: Following the Samajwadi Party, the Congress has raised concerns over the Modi government’s intentions regarding the inclusion of a caste census in the upcoming 2027 population enumeration. The party has called for immediate consultations with all stakeholders before finalizing the process. Congress’s communications chief and party general secretary Jairam Ramesh expressed skepticism over the government’s approach after the release of 33 questions related to the first phase of the census. Sharing the notification on social media, he said, “Phase-1 of Census 2027 will take place from April to September 2026 and will cover house-listing and housing enumeration. Phase-2, or the population count, will be conducted across the rest of the country in February 2027.”...