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Row Erupts in J&K Over Proposal for Uniform Friday Sermons; Political, Religious Leaders Object

A proposal to introduce coordinated themes for Friday sermons at mosques and shrines across Jammu and Kashmir has triggered controversy with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, PDP president Mehbooba Mufti and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq opposing the reported move, alleging interference in religious affairs.

5 days ago

Kerala Assembly passes resolution seeking removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Kerala Assembly calls for restoring voting rights to eligible citizens and reforming the selection panel for Election Commissioners to include the Prime Minister, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Chief Justice of India.

7 days ago

Mumbai CJP protest: Aamir Khan's nephew and actor Imran Khan detained at August Kranti Maidan

Actor Imran Khan was reportedly held on Saturday amid a CJP protest in Delhi seeking Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's exit over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists. Several people were detained during the planned Jantar Mantar rally, reports said.

9 days ago

SIR row: 42 former judges defend ECI, warn against attempts to undermine Election Commission

The letter came amid Opposition protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. BJP president Nitin Nabin criticised Rahul Gandhi and said the Opposition should resign from seats won in elections conducted by the Election Commission if it questioned the poll body's credibility.

11 days ago

INDIA bloc stir: Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi detained from Akashwani Bhavan after over 9 hours of sit-in

Rahul Gandhi was taken into custody by Delhi Police on Tuesday evening during the Opposition's demonstration targeting Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at Akashvani Bhawan premises. The detention came after nearly nine hours of a sit-in protest by the Congress leader

13 days ago

'Are you afraid of BJP': Stalin targets CM Vijay for alleged silence over SIR-CEC

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin attacked TVK chief Vijay over his alleged silence on the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise and the controversy involving CEC Gyanesh Kumar. Speaking at a rally ahead of the October 6 bypolls, Stalin questioned whether Vijay was "afraid of the BJP".

16 days ago

We will not join anyone, others may join us: Sharad Pawar dismisses rumours of NCP(SP) joining NDA

Sharad Pawar ruled out NCP(SP) joining the NDA or merging with another party, saying those who want to join his party are welcome. He also discussed Maharashtra's drought situation and urged party workers to learn AI for future political and election-related work.

20 days ago

J&K Assembly Erupts in Chaos as Statehood Resolution Passed; Four MLAs Marshalled Out

The J&K Legislative Assembly witnessed unprecedented uproar during the discussion and passage of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's resolution seeking restoration of full statehood to the Union Territory. Four BJP and Congress MLAs were marshalled out amid sloganeering and protests, while BJP members objected to references to autonomy and the pre-1953 situation. The resolution was passed after heated proceedings, with the BJP later walking out of the House.

21 days ago

BJP Moves Notice Seeking Removal of J&K Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather

BJP MLAs have served a notice seeking the removal of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather, alleging repeated violations of parliamentary rules, constitutional principles and established conventions. BJP MLA R.S. Pathania placed the notice before the Speaker, citing provisions of the J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019, and the Assembly's Rules of Procedure. The notice has been signed by 26 BJP MLAs.

21 days ago

Kunal Ghosh's car attacked with eggs, stones in Bengal's Hooghly; rear windshield smashed

TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh's car was allegedly attacked with eggs and stones by a group in West Bengal's Hooghly while he was travelling to Mamata Banerjee's rally. The vehicle's rear windshield was damaged, forcing Ghosh to return to Kolkata. Ghosh and TMC leaders blamed BJP workers, while police are investigating the incident.

22 days ago

J&K Assembly Erupts in Uproar Over Omar's Statehood Resolution; BJP Opposes 2000 Autonomy Reference

The J&K Legislative Assembly witnessed a major uproar after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah moved a resolution seeking immediate restoration of full statehood, with the BJP strongly opposing the reference to the 2000 autonomy resolution. BJP MLAs stormed the Well, tore copies of the resolution and raised slogans, prompting Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather to adjourn the House until Monday.

24 days ago

J&K Assembly Erupts Over Sheikh Abdullah, Maharaja Hari Singh Holiday Row

The J&K Legislative Assembly witnessed heated exchanges on Tuesday after NC MLA Abdul Majeed Larmi demanded restoration of holidays linked to Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah and suggested reconsidering the holiday marking Maharaja Hari Singh's birth anniversary. The demand triggered strong protests and sloganeering by BJP legislators, with the Speaker intervening to restore order.

27 days ago

Vande Mataram row: Karnataka High Court hears PIL challenging state government's decision

The petitioner argued that rules concerning the National Song fall under the Union government, while the Karnataka government maintained that singing the entire song is not mandatory. The issue has triggered a political controversy in the state.

27 days ago

PM Modi mimicry at Rahul Gandhi event sparks row, What happened?

Several other BJP leaders such as Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and newly-appointed education minister Prahlad Joshi also slammed Gandhi.

29 days ago

Gen Z will never accept lies of Oppn: BJP on ABVP's victory in DUSU polls

ABVP has won three of the four key DUSU posts in the 2026 elections. Yash Dabas, Riya Chhawdi and Lakshya Raj Singh won President, Secretary and Joint Secretary, while Independent Deepanshu Shokeen won Vice President.

Sep 19, 2026

Congress rules out electoral alliance with Trinamool despite backing Mamata faction in symbol row

The Congress has ruled out any electoral understanding with the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal for now, despite backing the Mamata Banerjee-led faction in the ongoing party name and symbol dispute.

Sep 19, 2026

Row Erupts Over Short J&K Assembly Session as BJP, Omar Abdullah Trade Charges

BJP seeks month-long session, accuses NC government of undermining legislative accountability; Omar hits back, says BJP-ruled states have held even shorter sessions

Sep 15, 2026

Omar Abdullah Challenges BJP to Bring UCC Bill in Parliament, Questions State-wise Implementation

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has challenged the BJP to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in Parliament if it has the numbers to pass it, questioning the move to implement the legislation through individual states. His remarks came after Union Home Minister Amit Shah said BJP-led NDA governments in 21 states would introduce the UCC before 2029.

Sep 15, 2026

Deputy Speaker Post Remains Vacant as J&K Assembly Session Nears, NC-Congress Rift Deepens

With the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly's autumn session set to begin on September 21, the post of Deputy Speaker remains vacant nearly two years after the Omar Abdullah-led government assumed office. The BJP has been demanding that the post be offered to the principal opposition party in line with legislative convention.

Sep 14, 2026

Vande Mataram row: Karnataka opts for first two stanzas

The Vande Mataram row has intensified, with J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah backing the full rendition of all six stanzas, saying they are mandatory across the country. Meanwhile, Karnataka has directed that only the first two stanzas be played or sung at official state events

Sep 13, 2026