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DK Shivakumar's brother Suresh alleges Centre's attempt to trap them amid MUDA case

The accusations by Suresh have brought to light the ongoing tensions between the state and central governments, with the former accusing the latter of suppressing opposition leaders. This is not an isolated incident, as similar allegations have been made in the past, pointing to a pattern of political vendetta.

Jul 22, 2025

Fan murder case: SC adjourns hearing on plea challenging bail to Darshan to July 24

Earlier, the bench had expressed strong reservations about the manner in which the Karnataka High Court exercised its discretion in granting bail to the actor in connection with the fan murder case. The court had told senior counsel Kapil Sibal, "To be very honest, we are not convinced with the manner in which the High Court exercised its discretion. We will very honestly say this."

Jul 22, 2025

Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation sparks political row; Cong demands explanation

This sudden resignation has stirred significant political discourse, with the Congress party demanding an explanation from the Central government regarding the circumstances that led to this decision.

Jul 22, 2025

Amarnath Yatra sees huge rush of pilgrims, 3.21 lakh had 'darshan' in 19 days

Officials said, "A fresh batch of 3,536 Yatris left Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu today in two escorted convoys for the Valley. The first convoy of 48 vehicles carrying 1,250 Yatris left at 3.33 a.m. for Baltal base camp, while the second convoy of 84 vehicles carrying 2,286 Yatris left at 4.06 a.m. for Pahalgam base camp."

Jul 22, 2025

Rajya Sabha to function under Deputy Chairman until VP election: Expert

Dhankhar's decision to step down with immediate effect was accepted formally by the President, in line with Article 67(a), which allows for voluntary resignation. This departure naturally raises questions about leadership in the Rajya Sabha, given that the Vice President serves as its ex-officio Chairman.

Jul 22, 2025

Trump administration releases Martin Luther King Jr assassination files

On January 23, three days after taking office, Trump signed an executive order to declassify any remaining files from the assassinations of former President John F. Kennedy, his brother Robert F. Kennedy, and MLK, Xinhua news agency reported.

Jul 22, 2025

India's Lading Bill to replace 169-year-old shipping law; modernises maritime trade

The approval process in the Rajya Sabha was not without its challenges. The bill was passed through a voice vote, notably in the absence of the Opposition, who had staged a walkout during the post-lunch session.

Jul 21, 2025

Bihar's Voter Roll Revision: 43 Lakh Electors Missing

Total 96.23 percent electors covered in Bihar SIR (Special Intensive Revision). 5.56 percent electors not found at their address so far. List of electors who have not returned enumeration form or were not found at their address, shared with all 12 major political parties.

Jul 21, 2025

19 killed, 164 injured in Bangladesh Air Force jet crash in Dhaka

Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media division of the Bangladesh Armed Forces, stated that the pilot of the crashed training aircraft was among the 19 people who lost their lives in the accident.

Jul 21, 2025

Mehbooba Mufti appeals to Rahul Gandhi to raise voice against Muslim 'disempowerment'

n a letter, Mehbooba Mufti called upon Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, to raise his voice against the "steady disempowerment" of Muslims across the country. She has cited recent incidents, including the Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor and "forced displacements" in Assam and Bihar as examples of what she termed a broader pattern of state-sponsored targeting of the Muslim community.

Jul 21, 2025

16 hours in LS, 9 hrs in RS: Debate on Operation Sindoor in Parliament likely next week

The Opposition has been insisting on debate at the onset of the Monsoon session, that too in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The agreement for next week was apparently reached as PM Modi is leaving for a two-nation trip on July 23 and will be back home only by the weekend.

Jul 21, 2025

Families of 2006 Mumbai train blast victims demand CBI probe, re-investigation

The victims questioned the integrity of the initial investigation and called for accountability, expressing fear that justice may have been denied to the 189 people who lost their lives and over 800 who were injured in the devastating attack.

Jul 21, 2025

J&K resident abducted by terrorists in Niger alongisde two Indians' death: rescue efforts underway

Following the abduction of Ranjit Singh, a worker from Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district, during a terror attack in Niger's Dosso region, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh confirmed that the Indian Embassy in Niamey is actively pursuing his safe release.

Jul 21, 2025

Bengaluru committed to five municipal corporations under GBA; clarity on Khata, taxation soon

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced plans to hold a press conference to provide clarity on related issues such as "A Khata, B Khata, the e-Khata campaign, taxation, and the proposed municipal corporations." This move is intended to ensure transparency and address public concerns about the restructuring process.

Jul 21, 2025

Cong leader snubs Tharoor: Sena calls it party's misfortune, BJP backs his 'nation first' pitch

Tharoor led the nation's diplomatic outreach in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, praising Prime Minister Modi government's policy of putting the 'nation first' and punishing the perpetrators by going deep in enemy's territory but as expected it drew Congress' ire.

Jul 21, 2025