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Justice Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in as India’s 51st Chief Justice by President Droupadi Murmu, succeeding Justice U.U. Lalit. During his brief tenure, Justice Khanna aims to address court backlogs, improve litigation affordability, and streamline legal processes. He highlighted his commitment to reforming criminal case management, aiming to expedite trials and make the justice system more accessible to citizens.

​ Justice Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in as India’s 51st Chief Justice by President Droupadi Murmu, succeeding Justice U.U. Lalit. During his brief tenure, Justice Khanna aims to address court backlogs, improve litigation affordability, and streamline legal processes. He highlighted his commitment to reforming criminal case management, aiming to expedite trials and make the justice system more accessible to citizens. Justice Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in as India’s 51st Chief Justice by President Droupadi Murmu, succeeding Justice U.U. Lalit. During his brief tenure, Justice Khanna aims to address court backlogs, improve litigation affordability, and streamline legal processes. He highlighted his commitment to reforming criminal case management, aiming to expedite trials and make the justice system more accessible to citizens. Read More

To address inequality and coaching dependence in competitive exams, India’s Ministry of Education aims to assist 1.25 million candidates by 2029. The initiative will provide free digital resources, AI-based learning tools, and collaborate with top institutions to democratize exam preparation, particularly for students in underserved regions.

​ To address inequality and coaching dependence in competitive exams, India’s Ministry of Education aims to assist 1.25 million candidates by 2029. The initiative will provide free digital resources, AI-based learning tools, and collaborate with top institutions to democratize exam preparation, particularly for students in underserved regions. To address inequality and coaching dependence in competitive exams, India’s Ministry of Education aims to assist 1.25 million candidates by 2029. The initiative will provide free digital resources, AI-based learning tools, and collaborate with top institutions to democratize exam preparation, particularly for students in underserved regions. Read More

India witnessed a staggering 15.3 lakh road fatalities between 2014 and 2023, exceeding the population of Chandigarh. Despite government pledges and judicial interventions, the death rate remains alarmingly high compared to developed nations. While vehicle numbers and road infrastructure have expanded, experts argue that lack of coordinated efforts and inadequate accountability for road safety contribute to the ongoing crisis.

​ India witnessed a staggering 15.3 lakh road fatalities between 2014 and 2023, exceeding the population of Chandigarh. Despite government pledges and judicial interventions, the death rate remains alarmingly high compared to developed nations. While vehicle numbers and road infrastructure have expanded, experts argue that lack of coordinated efforts and inadequate accountability for road safety contribute to the ongoing crisis. India witnessed a staggering 15.3 lakh road fatalities between 2014 and 2023, exceeding the population of Chandigarh. Despite government pledges and judicial interventions, the death rate remains alarmingly high compared to developed nations. While vehicle numbers and road infrastructure have expanded, experts argue that lack of coordinated efforts and inadequate accountability for road safety contribute to the ongoing crisis. Read More

Tensions flared in Manipur’s Jiribam district as security forces clashed with suspected militants, leaving ten dead. The confrontation followed attacks on CRPF posts and civilian targets. While authorities labeled the deceased as militants, tribal groups disputed the claim, alleging the victims were village volunteers. The incident has fueled unrest, prompting calls for investigations and a shutdown in protest.

​ Tensions flared in Manipur’s Jiribam district as security forces clashed with suspected militants, leaving ten dead. The confrontation followed attacks on CRPF posts and civilian targets. While authorities labeled the deceased as militants, tribal groups disputed the claim, alleging the victims were village volunteers. The incident has fueled unrest, prompting calls for investigations and a shutdown in protest. Tensions flared in Manipur’s Jiribam district as security forces clashed with suspected militants, leaving ten dead. The confrontation followed attacks on CRPF posts and civilian targets. While authorities labeled the deceased as militants, tribal groups disputed the claim, alleging the victims were village volunteers. The incident has fueled unrest, prompting calls for investigations and a shutdown in protest. Read More

The Supreme Court criticized the Punjab government for delaying local body elections, calling its excuses ‘lame’ and ordering it to issue election notifications within two weeks or face consequences.

​ The Supreme Court criticized the Punjab government for delaying local body elections, calling its excuses ‘lame’ and ordering it to issue election notifications within two weeks or face consequences. The Supreme Court criticized the Punjab government for delaying local body elections, calling its excuses ‘lame’ and ordering it to issue election notifications within two weeks or face consequences. Read More

The Indian Parliament’s joint committee study tour for the Waqf Bill, originally slated for November 9-14, has been postponed. Opposition MPs had planned to boycott the trips to Kolkata, Patna, and Lucknow due to scheduling conflicts and concerns over a lack of quorum. Earlier meetings in Guwahati and Bhubaneswar were poorly attended, prompting the postponement.

​ The Indian Parliament’s joint committee study tour for the Waqf Bill, originally slated for November 9-14, has been postponed. Opposition MPs had planned to boycott the trips to Kolkata, Patna, and Lucknow due to scheduling conflicts and concerns over a lack of quorum. Earlier meetings in Guwahati and Bhubaneswar were poorly attended, prompting the postponement. The Indian Parliament’s joint committee study tour for the Waqf Bill, originally slated for November 9-14, has been postponed. Opposition MPs had planned to boycott the trips to Kolkata, Patna, and Lucknow due to scheduling conflicts and concerns over a lack of quorum. Earlier meetings in Guwahati and Bhubaneswar were poorly attended, prompting the postponement. Read More

Two teachers on a trekking trip in Srinagar’s Zabarwan mountains found themselves caught in the crossfire of an anti-terror operation. Mistaken for terrorists, they took cover until they could contact the police helpline. A rescue team swiftly intervened, verifying their identities and ensuring their safety.

​ Two teachers on a trekking trip in Srinagar’s Zabarwan mountains found themselves caught in the crossfire of an anti-terror operation. Mistaken for terrorists, they took cover until they could contact the police helpline. A rescue team swiftly intervened, verifying their identities and ensuring their safety. Two teachers on a trekking trip in Srinagar’s Zabarwan mountains found themselves caught in the crossfire of an anti-terror operation. Mistaken for terrorists, they took cover until they could contact the police helpline. A rescue team swiftly intervened, verifying their identities and ensuring their safety. Read More

A massive manhunt is underway in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir following the tragic death of an Indian Army JCO and two village defense guards at the hands of suspected Pakistani terrorists. Security forces, aided by helicopters, drones, and military dogs, are combing the challenging terrain in pursuit of the three to four terrorists believed to be responsible.

​ A massive manhunt is underway in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir following the tragic death of an Indian Army JCO and two village defense guards at the hands of suspected Pakistani terrorists. Security forces, aided by helicopters, drones, and military dogs, are combing the challenging terrain in pursuit of the three to four terrorists believed to be responsible. A massive manhunt is underway in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir following the tragic death of an Indian Army JCO and two village defense guards at the hands of suspected Pakistani terrorists. Security forces, aided by helicopters, drones, and military dogs, are combing the challenging terrain in pursuit of the three to four terrorists believed to be responsible. Read More

Trump ally Vivek Ramaswamy detailed Donald Trump’s plan for mass deportations, targeting 11-20 million undocumented individuals, with a focus on recent arrivals and those with criminal records. The strategy includes cutting federal funding to sanctuary cities and invoking the Alien Enemies Act, sparking debate on constitutional concerns. Supporters argue the plan could reduce the national debt, while critics anticipate legal challenges and high costs, estimating $968 billion over a decade. Immigration advocates warn of significant societal impacts.

​ Trump ally Vivek Ramaswamy detailed Donald Trump’s plan for mass deportations, targeting 11-20 million undocumented individuals, with a focus on recent arrivals and those with criminal records. The strategy includes cutting federal funding to sanctuary cities and invoking the Alien Enemies Act, sparking debate on constitutional concerns. Supporters argue the plan could reduce the national debt, while critics anticipate legal challenges and high costs, estimating $968 billion over a decade. Immigration advocates warn of significant societal impacts. Trump ally Vivek Ramaswamy detailed Donald Trump’s plan for mass deportations, targeting 11-20 million undocumented individuals, with a focus on recent arrivals and those with criminal records. The strategy includes cutting federal funding to sanctuary cities and invoking the Alien Enemies Act, sparking debate on constitutional concerns. Supporters argue the plan could reduce the national debt, while critics anticipate legal challenges and high costs, estimating $968 billion over a decade. Immigration advocates warn of significant societal impacts. Read More

Jharkhand’s political landscape heated up with the BJP focusing its campaign on an anti-infiltration agenda, promising to curb land transfers to infiltrators marrying tribal women. They accused the ruling JMM of supporting illegal immigrants and threatening the tribal population. The JMM countered by accusing the BJP of communal tactics and vowed to protect tribal land rights.

​ Jharkhand’s political landscape heated up with the BJP focusing its campaign on an anti-infiltration agenda, promising to curb land transfers to infiltrators marrying tribal women. They accused the ruling JMM of supporting illegal immigrants and threatening the tribal population. The JMM countered by accusing the BJP of communal tactics and vowed to protect tribal land rights. Jharkhand’s political landscape heated up with the BJP focusing its campaign on an anti-infiltration agenda, promising to curb land transfers to infiltrators marrying tribal women. They accused the ruling JMM of supporting illegal immigrants and threatening the tribal population. The JMM countered by accusing the BJP of communal tactics and vowed to protect tribal land rights. Read More