Rajya Sabha Chairman and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar recently made a strong statement about the importance of following parliamentary rules, declaring that any deviation is akin to sacrilege against the "temple of democracy." During a session on Thursday, he responded to Congress MP Jairam Ramesh’s question about how to "persuade the chair" by emphasizing that the chair is historically persuaded by members' adherence to the rules. Dhankhar stressed

The State of Sustainability Readiness Report 2024 by IBM reveals a strong trend among Indian business leaders to significantly increase investments in IT for sustainability over the next 12 months. With 98% of respondents planning to expand their IT budgets, Indian executives view sustainability as essential for driving environmental responsibility, long-term business resilience, and improving brand reputation. The report highlights AI's transformative potential in helping busine

On Day 4 of the Parliament Winter Session, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will take the oath as the Lok Sabha Member of Parliament from Wayanad at 11 am. She secured a victory in the bypolls with over 6.22 lakh votes, joining her mother, Sonia Gandhi, and brother, Rahul Gandhi, in the Parliament. This is Priyanka Gandhi's first entry into the Lok Sabha. Congress supporters at 10 Janpath celebrated the occasion, distributing sweets ahead of her oath-taking ceremony. The session, which beg

Norwegian diplomat and former UN Environment Programme Executive Director Erik Solheim has strongly criticized the US government's recent report regarding the Adani Group, calling it a case of "American overreach." The report alleges that certain individuals linked to the Adani Group discussed bribes to secure solar energy contracts in India, but Solheim pointed out that the allegations lack evidence of actual bribe payments or involvement from the Adani Group’s top leader

Hyderabad Metro Rail (HMRL) has achieved a significant milestone by carrying 63.4 crore passengers in its seven years of operation, as announced by HMRL Managing Director N.V.S. Reddy. On the occasion of the metro's seventh anniversary, Reddy revealed that the state government is making rapid progress towards the development of Metro 2.0. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has pledged financial support for the expansion, with a 1.6 km stretch of the new route planned to be underground.

On the 75th anniversary of the adoption of India's Constitution, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his commitment to performing his duties within the Constitution's framework. In his speech at the Supreme Court during Constitution Day celebrations, he clarified that his actions have always aligned with constitutional provisions without overstepping boundaries. Modi addressed opposition claims that efforts were underway to undermine the Constitution and asserted that his governme

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the registration certificates of two non-banking financial companies (NBFCs)—Ulhas Securities Pvt. and Sikar Investment Co.. The registration of Ulhas Securities, based in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, was granted in December 2003, while Sikar Investment, based in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, had been registered in March 1998. The cancellation was carried out under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, which allows the RBI to

Prashant Kishor, leader of the Jan Suraaj party, called Bihar a "failed state" in a recent virtual meeting with the Bihari diaspora in the U.S. He expressed his concern about the state's deep challenges and the urgent need for all-around development. Kishor highlighted the state's population growth, which recently overtook Japan’s, and described the situation as “hopeless,” with people focused solely on survival rather than progress. Despite these

The Winter Session of Parliament begins today, bringing with it the discussion of three crucial bills. Following the NDA's significant victories in Haryana and Maharashtra, the government enters the session with renewed strength. The session is expected to continue until December 20 and will address several important pieces of legislation. Opposition Strategy: Today, the floor leaders of the INDIA bloc will meet in Parliament to finalize their stra

Ahead of the winter session of Parliament, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a strong attack on Congress, accusing them of disrespecting Parliament and democracy. Speaking to the media, PM Modi pointed out that certain political figures, repeatedly rejected by voters, were attempting to control Parliament through "hooliganism." He emphasized that such actions would be punished by the public when the time comes. Modi highlighted the importance of Parliament and MPs in t

An unexpected and heartwarming moment unfolded in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly today, as Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan shared a hug with YCP MLC Botsa Sathyanarayana. The incident occurred right after the PAC members’ election was completed, and the brief exchange has since gone viral on social media. Initially, Pawan extended a handshake to Botsa, but the latter surprised everyone by pulling Pawan into a friendly hug. This gesture, caught on camera, has sparked interest, especially g

Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Pawan Kalyan, who is also overseeing the Panchayat Raj and Forestry Departments, has raised concerns over the whereabouts of two luxury BMW cars that were seized during a sandalwood trafficking bust. The vehicles were confiscated during the TDP government's tenure (2014-2019) following a major sandalwood smuggling operation. After their seizure, the high-end BMW cars were allocated to officers within the Forestry Department—one to the Special

Posani Krishna Murali, known for his controversial and offensive language during the YCP tenure, has announced his retirement from politics, citing personal reasons and the well-being of his family. Previously, Posani was vocal in his criticisms of political figures like Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan, even making offensive remarks about Kalyan’s daughter. His remarks led to significant backlash, and during the YCP government’s five-year term, his verbal assaults became a recu

The government of Andhra Pradesh, under the leadership of the NDA camp, is addressing pressing issues left by the previous administration, including the growing loan app culture. These loan apps are increasingly becoming a threat to the public, with many individuals falling victim to their deceptive practices. In a significant statement in the Assembly, Home Minister Anitha spoke out about the severe consequences of loan apps, which initially attract users by offering easy loans wit

The tyrant rule of YCP is far gone but the repercussions of the same are still very much persistent in the social fabric. Proving this point right, a Vijayawada TDP leader committed suicide after being put through hell by certain men from the YCP ecosystem. Going into the story, Karampudi Ravindra is a native of Vijayawada and he is reportedly active in TDP. However, his life went to hell when he was targeted by a group of YCP leaders over unpaid dues. Reportedly, Ravindra had R

Gannavaram’s ex-MLA Vallabhaneni Vamsi, who made headlines for his controversial switch from TDP to YSR Congress, is now facing scrutiny from the AP government over allegations of irregularities in gravel mining activities. Vamsi, who once held significant political power in the region, now finds himself at the center of a potential investigation that could have serious consequences. The government has initiated vigilance on Vamsi and has indicated that a CID investigation may be

On Sunday, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan held a crucial meeting with a high-level delegation from Johns Hopkins University (JHU), led by JHU President Ronald J. Daniels. The primary topic of discussion was the possibility of setting up an offshore campus of JHU in India, which would help further strengthen academic and research ties between India and the United States. The meeting also emphasized India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which encourages inte

Recently re-elected for a second term, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has suggested to House Republicans that he might consider pursuing an unprecedented third term. Known for making bold statements, Trump said, “I suspect I won’t be running again unless you (supporters) say otherwise,” stirring excitement among his audience at a Washington, D.C., hotel event ahead of his meeting with President Joe Biden. While the U.S. Constitution restricts any president to two terms, q

In the 2024 Andhra Pradesh state budget, the NDA-led government has allocated Rs 3445 crore for the development of Amaravati, the state's proposed capital. This marks a significant boost for the capital region, signaling a renewed commitment to its growth and infrastructure development. The Rs 3445 crore allocation includes: Rs 3000 crore for the development of basic social infrastructure in Amaravati, focusing on essential services and urban d

The serious comments made by Jana Sena Party president and Andhra Pradesh deputy chief minister Pawan Kalyan against the lackadaisical attitude of the police and their alleged soft stand towards YSR Congress party activists seem to have stirred up action within the Naidu government. Hours after Kalyan's remarks, the government took strict action against Kadapa superintendent of police Harshavardhan Raju for being lenient towards a YSRCP activist involved in abusive social media postings a