Senior DMK leader I Periyasamy has firmly ruled out any coalition government in Tamil Nadu, stating chief minister M K Stalin is resolute against sharing power with allies, including the Congress. This assertion comes as the Tamil Nadu Congress renews its demand for a share in governance ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
The Enforcement Directorate may attach Al Falah University's Faridabad campus under anti-money laundering laws. Officials suspect illicit funds were used for its construction, following the arrest of Al Falah Group chairman Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui on money laundering charges. The university's alleged false accreditation claims are under scrutiny.
Northeastern Indians face persistent racial slurs and discrimination across India, from casual prejudice to fatal violence. Incidents like Anjel Chakma's death highlight how stereotypes about appearance and food habits lead to abuse and exclusion, even in supposedly cosmopolitan cities calling for stronger laws and societal change to foster true inclusivity.
The National Students' Union of India (NSUI) protested the VB-GRAMG scheme across Uttar Pradesh, including Lucknow and Varanasi, on Sunday. Demonstrations in Lucknow saw workers detained by security. In Varanasi, heightened security surrounded Prime Minister Modi's public outreach office ahead of a planned «Save MGNREGA» march, with police and paramilitary forces on alert.
West Bengal's opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari has strongly refuted Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's claims regarding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Adhikari accused Banerjee of a politically motivated attempt to derail the process, which he stated is crucial for fair elections and has exposed vulnerabilities in the voter list.
Visuals from the event showed the Prime Minister standing in an open, flower-adorned vehicle as the procession moved through the town. He was joined by Gujarat chief minister Bhupendra Patel and deputy chief minister Harsh Sanghavi. During the yatra, the Prime Minister was seen blowing a conch shell and greeting crowds that had gathered along the route.
Amidst calls for Nitish Kumar to receive the Bharat Ratna, RJD MP Sudhakar Singh acknowledged his long service as Bihar CM, even while unwell, as a testament to his worthiness. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi and JD(U) leader KC Tyagi also championed the Bihar chief minister for the nation's highest civilian honour, citing his 'exemplary governance' and socialist credentials.
Addressing a gathering during the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, PM Modi said: «Those present here, your ancestors, our ancestors, bet their lives for their faith, for their belief, for Mahadev - they sacrificed everything they had». Without taking names, PM Modi attacked the Congress-led government for «whitewashing the history» that encapsulates the multiple attacks by Mughal invaders on the Somnath temple.
India faces escalating disaster risks due to geography, climate change, and development patterns, as starkly illustrated in 2025 by devastating floods and heatwaves. While response capacity has improved, a persistent imbalance favors reactive relief over proactive preparedness, a gap highlighted by contrasting events like Cyclone Phailin and Bihar's recurring floods.
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) had raised concerns over obscene and harmful content allegedly generated by Elon Musk’s chatbot Grok. The ministry sent a letter to X (formerly Twitter), the social media website owned by Elon Musk, pointing out failures in moderating AI-generated content on its platform.
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Nishikant Dubey on Saturday reacted to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raid at the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) office and matters involving West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, stating that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader is not troubled by the ED but by a purported «CD» that could potentially end her political career.
A 55-year-old man from Jammu and Kashmir was detained in Ayodhya after allegedly attempting to offer namaz inside the Ram Mandir complex. Security personnel intervened, and the man was handed over to police. His family claims he is mentally ill and has a history of leaving home without notice. Investigations are ongoing to determine his intent.
Uttarakhand Tourism has launched its inaugural nationwide roadshow campaign, commencing in New Delhi, to promote the state as a year-round destination. The initiative aims to showcase diverse offerings, including adventure, culture, and wellness, across all seasons to foster a 365-day tourism economy.
