Ten central trade unions have called for a nationwide strike, Bharat Bandh, on July 9, supported by rural and agricultural labor organizations. The unions are protesting government policies favoring big businesses at the expense of workers and farmers. They are demanding better wages, more government jobs, and opposing new labor codes, potentially disrupting public transport and services.
The AAIB submitted its preliminary report on the Air India AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad to the civil aviation ministry. A Parliament committee will discuss the crash and aviation safety, focusing on fee regulation. The London-bound flight crashed shortly after takeoff on June 12, killing 241 of 242 onboard, including former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey escalated his feud with MNS chief Raj Thackeray, sharing a «Wikileaks» document alleging Thackeray is inciting Marathi-Hindi tensions for political gain before Mumbai's municipal elections.
Maharashtra witnessed a clash between political factions and the state government as a Marathi rally in Mira Road was denied permission, sparking protests. Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik criticized the decision and joined the demonstration, defying potential arrest. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis condemned the MNS for disregarding police instructions, emphasizing the importance of following protocol for public safety and traffic management.
Renewed calls for DK Shivakumar to become Karnataka's Chief Minister have surfaced, despite Congress leadership affirming Siddaramaiah's continuation in the role. Two Congress MLAs publicly supported Shivakumar, hinting at internal tensions. Senior leader Tanveer Sait emphasized the need for leadership change, while MLA CP Yogeshwar asserted district MLAs' unity behind Shivakumar.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis addressed BJP MP Nishikant Dubey's controversial remark, clarifying it targeted those fueling the Marathi-Hindi row, not ordinary citizens. Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Sanjay Raut retaliated, calling Dubey a 'useless person' and challenged CM Eknath Shinde to resign. Raut defended Maharashtra, asserting no Hindi speaker has been attacked and demanded action against Dubey's statement.
An artist on X, Anne Chovy, faced criticism for labeling a traditional Indian swing, or jhoola, as a «gothic swing.» The post, which garnered over 1.5 million views, sparked backlash from Indian users who felt the description ignored the swing's cultural significance and origins. Many pointed out that such renaming is part of a broader trend of cultural appropriation.
As Bihar gears up for crucial assembly elections, Chirag Paswan is distinguishing himself within the NDA by voicing opinions that contrast with Nitish Kumar's, particularly on law and order and domicile policies.
Daulal Vaishnaw, father of Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, passed away at AIIMS Jodhpur on Tuesday at 11:52 AM, as confirmed by hospital authorities. He had been receiving treatment at the facility for several days due to critical illness. Despite the medical team's best efforts, he could not be saved.
The AAIB submitted its preliminary report on the Air India AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad to the civil aviation ministry. A Parliament committee will discuss the crash and aviation safety, focusing on fee regulation. The London-bound flight crashed shortly after takeoff on June 12, killing 241 of 242 onboard, including former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani.
A homestay collapsed near Bageshwar Dham in Chattarpur district. The tragic incident occurred early Tuesday. One woman, Anita Devi, died in the collapse. Ten other individuals sustained injuries. Three of the injured are in critical condition. Heavy overnight rain caused the wall of the homestay in Gada village to collapse. Injured individuals were taken to the district hospital for treatment.
Ram Madhav emphasises India's need to reorient its focus towards its neighborhood and the Global South amidst global turmoil. He advocates for prioritising technology and economic growth, aiming for 9-10% sustained growth, and capitalising on defense manufacturing. Madhav also highlights the importance of 'Brand Bharat,' promoting Indian values like democracy and consensus-driven governance, or 'dharmocracy,' on the global stage.
India abstained from the UNGA resolution on Afghanistan, emphasizing that a conventional approach won't achieve desired outcomes for the Afghan people. India's UN envoy, P Harish, advocated for a balanced strategy that combines incentives and disincentives, as punitive measures alone are unlikely to succeed. He also highlighted the need to prevent terrorist groups from exploiting Afghan territory, referencing Pakistan's role.
Bihar Police fatally shot an accused individual involved in the murder of Gopal Khemka, claiming self-defense after the accused allegedly attacked them. This incident follows the arrest of two individuals, including the alleged shooter, in connection with the industrialist's murder in Patna.
Bihar's electoral roll revision sparks political debate before upcoming elections, with opposition questioning document requirements and timing. The Election Commission aims to eliminate duplicate voters, requiring proof of residency. While Aadhaar is excluded due to illegal immigration concerns, various government-issued documents are accepted. Opposition parties argue that many lack the required documents, citing land ownership issues.
