Madhya Pradesh Congress leader Umang Singhar led a protest against the BJP government, highlighting rising unemployment and unfulfilled promises. Singhar accused the BJP of failing to create jobs and pushing the state into a financial crisis, while the BJP dismissed the protest as a political stunt.
NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal urged supporters to protest civilly against his exclusion from the Maharashtra cabinet. Bhujbal claimed Chief Minister Fadnavis supported his inclusion, but Deputy CM Ajit Pawar blocked it. OBC groups protested the decision, while NCP state president Sunil Tatkare assured resolution and cited Pawar's illness for his absence from legislative proceedings.
Union Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar sparked a political clash in Parliament. Congress protested, leading to adjournments. The BJP defended Shah, accusing Congress of misusing Ambedkar's name and highlighting their past actions against him. Congress demanded Shah's resignation, citing his remarks as disrespectful to Ambedkar and the Constitution.
China and India are preparing for high-level talks aimed at improving bilateral relations. The meeting between NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will focus on border issues, including finding a resolution to the boundary question. This follows recent disengagement agreements and patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) after a prolonged standoff.
Oman halted new import permits for Indian table eggs, impacting Namakkal's poultry industry. This follows Qatar's recent weight restrictions, stranding a large egg shipment. Exports to Oman, previously accounting for 50% of India's egg exports, have drastically declined since June, causing hardship for Indian exporters.
In Nagpur, Uddhav Thackeray questioned the BJP's inaction on awarding Bharat Ratna to Veer Savarkar. He urged a focus on development issues over historical debates. Thackeray congratulated CM Fadnavis on the election win and held a closed-door meeting, sparking speculation about the opposition leader's post. Both leaders expressed a desire for cultured political discourse in Maharashtra.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will focus solely on administering entrance exams for higher education institutions starting next year, discontinuing recruitment tests. Discussions are underway to determine whether NEET-UG will be conducted online or offline. The NTA aims to implement recommendations for secure exam practices and ensure error-free testing.
The Supreme Court collegium reprimanded Allahabad High Court Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav for his controversial speech at a VHP event. The collegium advised him to maintain judicial dignity and exercise caution in public speeches, particularly regarding remarks about the Muslim community and the Uniform Civil Code, following complaints from lawyers and politicians.
A BBC documentary, «Children of the Bombs,» exposes the devastating impact of crude bombs in West Bengal politics. Since 1996, at least 565 children have been killed or injured, often mistaking bombs for toys. The film features heartbreaking accounts from survivors like Puchi and Poulami, who lost limbs in explosions.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah's Rajya Sabha address on the Constitution's 75th anniversary sparked a strong reaction from Congress. They labeled his speech as «full of lies,» accusing him of praising PM Modi and attacking Congress. Party leaders Kharge, Ramesh, and Singh challenged Shah's claims, citing inaccuracies regarding Ambedkar's statue, Nehru's policies, and the situation in J&K.
Delhi Metro's Yellow Line will experience service disruptions between Jahangirpuri and Samaypur Badli from 10:45 pm to end of service, and from start of service until 7:02 am on December 28th and 29th. Four stations will be closed. Red Line services from Keshav Puram to Rithala will be unavailable after 11:30 pm from December 24th to December 31st.
Allahabad High Court Judge Shekhar Kumar Yadav appeared before the Supreme Court collegium to address his controversial remarks on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Justice Yadav had advocated for the UCC as a means to eliminate unequal legal systems, sparking debate and prompting the Supreme Court's intervention.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized Congress for amending the Constitution to maintain power, treating it as their «private fiefdom.» He accused them of being anti-reservation, citing their handling of the Kaka Saheb Kalelkar Commission report. Shah also pointed to Congress's inconsistent stance on EVMs and alleged that they neglected Muslim women's rights for political gain.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticised Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath's remarks about her carrying a «Palestine» bag in Parliament. Adityanath highlighted UP youths working in Israel for high salaries, while Vadra countered that sending youth to a war zone for employment is shameful, citing their precarious situation amidst conflict and exploitation by companies.
Noida Authority CEO Lokesh M disciplined staff by making them stand for 30 minutes after an elderly man was left waiting. A viral video shows the employees standing at their desks. This action followed the CEO witnessing the elderly man's prolonged wait, prompting praise online for addressing negligence and improving customer service.
Maharashtra minister Uday Samant dismissed rumors of discord within the Mahayuti government, assuring that cabinet portfolios will be allocated soon. He emphasized the government's commitment to addressing concerns about representation and pending welfare schemes like the Ladki Bahin Yojana. Samant also defended Uddhav Thackeray's recent meetings with his party MLAs as a normal democratic process.
India's aviation ministry has introduced new rules to combat hoax threats against flights. Individuals making such threats now face fines of up to ₹1 lakh, along with other criminal charges. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has also been granted authority to deny boarding or remove individuals from aircraft for security reasons.
Former Pakistani minister Chaudhry Fawad Hussain praised Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi for carrying a «Palestine» bag to Parliament, drawing criticism from the BJP, who accused her of «appeasement.» Gandhi defended her action, stating it was her choice of attire and rejecting the BJP's patriarchal critique. This follows Gandhi's recent display of solidarity with Palestine by wearing a keffiyeh.
