Imran Masood, a Member of Parliament from Saharanpur, has received a heartfelt plea from children in Masoodabad Colony, Aligarh. The children's letter requests him to clean up a local playground, which they say is the only place they have to play. They express concerns about wild plants, garbage, overgrown bushes, and even snakes making the area unsafe.
A controversy erupted following Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar's acknowledgment of the opposition's motion to remove Allahabad HC Justice Yashwant Varma. The central issue revolves around whether the motion was merely submitted or officially admitted, impacting the selection process for the investigation panel.
Rajya Sabha proceedings were disrupted by opposition protests following Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation as Vice President. MPs expressed bafflement, while Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge stated the party felt neither joy nor sorrow. The House adjourned repeatedly without transacting business, and the Lok Sabha faced similar disruptions.
At the UN's 80th anniversary, India strongly criticized Pakistan for promoting cross-border terrorism, citing the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. India's ambassador highlighted India's progress versus Pakistan's struggles with terrorism and economic instability. Pakistan raised concerns about the Indus Waters Treaty being held in abeyance and the unresolved Kashmir dispute, accusing India of violating UN resolutions.
US President Trump has repeatedly claimed credit for averting a potential «nuclear war» between India and Pakistan, asserting US intervention halted escalating conflict. While a US diplomat echoed this at the UN, stating the US facilitated de-escalation, India denies any third-party mediation. Moreover, the Congress questioned Prime Minister Modi's silence on Trump's repeated claims.
The Supreme Court reprimanded Telangana Police for wrongly converting a civil land dispute into a criminal case, favoring an influential builder and harassing a 70-year-old widow of a retired Major General. The court quashed the FIR, directing the complainant to pay Rs 10 lakh to the widow.
The credibility of the ATS's investigations is under scrutiny, highlighted by past cases like the 2006 Malegaon blasts, where individuals were wrongly accused and later discharged. The upcoming verdict in the 2008 Malegaon blast case further tests the ATS's methods, especially considering NIA's differing findings and accusations of evidence planting.
Jagdeep Dhankhar's unexpected resignation as Vice-President due to health reasons has triggered a surprising shift in political dynamics. While NDA leaders remained largely silent, opposition parties, who previously criticized Dhankhar, expressed concern and called for his reinstatement, praising his past actions.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis acknowledged Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray for their praise in 'Maharashtra Nayak', fueling reunion speculation. Fadnavis emphasized ideological differences aren't enmity, valuing Pawar's remarks. A recent Thackeray-Fadnavis meeting followed Fadnavis' invitation for Thackeray to join the ruling side. The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance fractured in 2014, with Thackeray later forming the MVA.
Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from the Vice President post. This action surprised many opposition MPs. They had previously clashed with him. Some leaders are now requesting him to reconsider. Mallikarjun Kharge and Jairam Ramesh have changed their tone. They are now praising Dhankhar. Kapil Sibal and Derek O’Brien also expressed positive sentiments. The opposition suggests his departure leaves a gap.
The Congress party is questioning Jagdeep Dhankhar's abrupt resignation as Vice President, suggesting the reasons are more complex than health concerns. They criticized PM Modi's brief response and highlighted the absence of key ministers from a crucial meeting chaired by Dhankhar.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat asserted that global crises stem from a fragmented worldview, advocating for India's civilisational ethos, 'Bharatiyata,' as a holistic alternative. He criticized Western narratives for prioritizing consumption and ignoring India's contributions, emphasizing the interconnectedness and self-restraint inherent in Indian tradition.
The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has dismissed Congress's appeal, upholding a tax demand of Rs 199.15 crore. The tribunal stated that Congress failed to meet the necessary conditions for exemption under Section 13A of the Income Tax Act, as the party filed its return after the due date and accepted cash donations exceeding the legal limit.
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear Maharashtra's plea on July 25, challenging the Bombay High Court's acquittal of all 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case. The state, represented by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, emphasizes the urgency of the matter, especially since eight of the acquitted have been released. The Bombay High Court cited prosecution failures and procedural lapses in its decision, sparking political debate and concerns over justice.
In Navi Mumbai, MNS members, joined by other political party workers, successfully pressured the removal of a Gujarati signboard from a Gujarat BJP MLA's office. Following an ultimatum, the group demonstrated at the NRI Sagari police station, demanding a Marathi replacement and action against those disrespecting Marathi identity.
