In a significant legal ruling, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has dismissed the Congress party's appeal against an income tax demand of Rs 199 crore for the financial year 2018-19. The tax demand relates to party funds and stems from allegations of late filing of income tax returns and violations of cash donation limits. The ITAT ruled that the Congress party's return filed on February 2, 2019, was
In a significant legal ruling, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has dismissed the Congress party's appeal against an income tax demand of Rs 199 crore for the financial year 2018-19. The tax demand relates to party funds and stems from allegations of late filing of income tax returns and violations of cash donation limits. The ITAT ruled that the Congress party's return filed on February 2, 2019, was
Jagdeep Dhankhar, the 14th Vice President of India, has officially resigned from his post, citing health concerns. This surprising resignation comes as the country’s political landscape faces an unexpected shift on the first day of the Monsoon Parliament session. Dhankhar, who was also serving as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, had taken office in August 2022. His resignation letter, addressed to President Droupadi Murmu, was a formal declaration in whi
Jagdeep Dhankhar, the 14th Vice President of India, has officially resigned from his post, citing health concerns. This surprising resignation comes as the country’s political landscape faces an unexpected shift on the first day of the Monsoon Parliament session. Dhankhar, who was also serving as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, had taken office in August 2022. His resignation letter, addressed to President Droupadi Murmu, was a formal declaration in whi
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has been hospitalized at Apollo Hospital in Chennai after experiencing mild giddiness during his routine morning walk. The 71-year-old leader was admitted to the hospital on Monday morning for medical observation, with doctors conducting various diagnostic tests to assess his condition. The hospital confirmed that Stalin’s symptoms are currently being evaluated. Shortly after
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has been hospitalized at Apollo Hospital in Chennai after experiencing mild giddiness during his routine morning walk. The 71-year-old leader was admitted to the hospital on Monday morning for medical observation, with doctors conducting various diagnostic tests to assess his condition. The hospital confirmed that Stalin’s symptoms are currently being evaluated. Shortly after
A year-old family photograph featuring Astronomer’s Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot alongside her husband, Privateer Rum CEO Andrew Cabot, and their two children has gone viral amid the unfolding kiss cam scandal that has captured public attention. Originally posted on Facebook by a family member named Maud Cabot in May 2024, the image shows Kristin and Andrew smiling with their children at what appears to be a relaxed family gathering. Both Kristin a
A year-old family photograph featuring Astronomer’s Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot alongside her husband, Privateer Rum CEO Andrew Cabot, and their two children has gone viral amid the unfolding kiss cam scandal that has captured public attention. Originally posted on Facebook by a family member named Maud Cabot in May 2024, the image shows Kristin and Andrew smiling with their children at what appears to be a relaxed family gathering. Both Kristin a
In a new controversy, US President Donald Trump has stirred social and political debate by posting an AI-generated video on his Truth Social platform, portraying Barack Obama being handcuffed and jailed. The video, designed using deepfake technology, opens with Obama stating, “No one is above the law,” followed by clips of Democratic leaders including Joe Biden repeating similar lines. It then dramatically shifts to show FBI agents arresting Obama
In a new controversy, US President Donald Trump has stirred social and political debate by posting an AI-generated video on his Truth Social platform, portraying Barack Obama being handcuffed and jailed. The video, designed using deepfake technology, opens with Obama stating, “No one is above the law,” followed by clips of Democratic leaders including Joe Biden repeating similar lines. It then dramatically shifts to show FBI agents arresting Obama
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing a rally in Durgapur, West Bengal, launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) over the RG Kar rape-murder case. He was in the state to launch Rs 5,000 crore worth of infrastructure projects and used the opportunity to question the law and order situation in Bengal ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. Modi&
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing a rally in Durgapur, West Bengal, launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) over the RG Kar rape-murder case. He was in the state to launch Rs 5,000 crore worth of infrastructure projects and used the opportunity to question the law and order situation in Bengal ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. Modi&
Kyle Mayor Travis Mitchell, the city’s longest-serving mayor, has announced his resignation one year before his term officially ends. His departure marks a significant moment in the political landscape of Kyle, Texas, as he prepares to step down after nearly a decade of dedicated service. Having first joined the city council nine years ago, Mitchell has served as mayor for the past eight years and has become a familiar and trusted figure in the local government. Mitchell&
Kyle Mayor Travis Mitchell, the city’s longest-serving mayor, has announced his resignation one year before his term officially ends. His departure marks a significant moment in the political landscape of Kyle, Texas, as he prepares to step down after nearly a decade of dedicated service. Having first joined the city council nine years ago, Mitchell has served as mayor for the past eight years and has become a familiar and trusted figure in the local government. Mitchell&
Andhra Pradesh experienced a significant economic downturn between 2019 and 2024 under the YS Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSRCP government. Several major companies, including Lulu Group and Renew Energy, withdrew from the state, citing administrative hurdles and lack of cooperation. The period was marked by stalled projects, declining investor confidence, and policy paralysis that hindered growth and job creation. Following a
Andhra Pradesh experienced a significant economic downturn between 2019 and 2024 under the YS Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSRCP government. Several major companies, including Lulu Group and Renew Energy, withdrew from the state, citing administrative hurdles and lack of cooperation. The period was marked by stalled projects, declining investor confidence, and policy paralysis that hindered growth and job creation. Following a
The Supreme Court of India has upheld the constitutional mandate of the Election Commission (EC) to revise electoral rolls in Bihar but raised serious concerns over the timing of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. With Assembly elections looming in the state, the top court emphasized that while cleaning up the voter list was necessary, executing the exercise just months before the elections raised valid questions.
The Supreme Court of India has upheld the constitutional mandate of the Election Commission (EC) to revise electoral rolls in Bihar but raised serious concerns over the timing of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. With Assembly elections looming in the state, the top court emphasized that while cleaning up the voter list was necessary, executing the exercise just months before the elections raised valid questions.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has firmly shut down speculation about a possible leadership change, asserting that he will serve a full five-year term and lead the Congress into the 2028 assembly elections. Speaking exclusively to Media, Siddaramaiah stated, “I will be Chief Minister for five years,” reiterating that there was no pressure from the Congress high command to step down in favor of Deputy CM DK Shivakumar.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has firmly shut down speculation about a possible leadership change, asserting that he will serve a full five-year term and lead the Congress into the 2028 assembly elections. Speaking exclusively to Media, Siddaramaiah stated, “I will be Chief Minister for five years,” reiterating that there was no pressure from the Congress high command to step down in favor of Deputy CM DK Shivakumar.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah offered a rare and personal insight into his post-retirement vision, revealing that he plans to immerse himself in India’s ancient scriptures the Vedas and Upanishads and dedicate time to promoting natural farming. At 60, the senior BJP leader, often regarded as one of India’s most tireless political figures, made this disclosure while speaking at the Sahkar Samvaad event in Ahmedabad.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah offered a rare and personal insight into his post-retirement vision, revealing that he plans to immerse himself in India’s ancient scriptures the Vedas and Upanishads and dedicate time to promoting natural farming. At 60, the senior BJP leader, often regarded as one of India’s most tireless political figures, made this disclosure while speaking at the Sahkar Samvaad event in Ahmedabad.
Arvind Kejriwal, former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP leader, sparked a fresh political storm after declaring that he deserves a Nobel Prize for governance. Speaking at the launch of the Punjabi edition of the book The Kejriwal Model in Chandigarh, Kejriwal said his administration achieved success despite consistent interference from Delhi's lieutenant governor and central authorities. “Despite being stopped from working, we performed,”
Arvind Kejriwal, former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP leader, sparked a fresh political storm after declaring that he deserves a Nobel Prize for governance. Speaking at the launch of the Punjabi edition of the book The Kejriwal Model in Chandigarh, Kejriwal said his administration achieved success despite consistent interference from Delhi's lieutenant governor and central authorities. “Despite being stopped from working, we performed,”
A viral video showing Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad physically assaulting a canteen staff member has sparked outrage and heated discussions in the Maharashtra Council. The incident, which took place at the MLA canteen in Mumbai, saw the Buldhana MLA slapping and punching the canteen staffer, Yogesh Kutram, reportedly over complaints about the quality of the food served. The video quickly spread across social media, leading to widespread condemnation.
A viral video showing Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad physically assaulting a canteen staff member has sparked outrage and heated discussions in the Maharashtra Council. The incident, which took place at the MLA canteen in Mumbai, saw the Buldhana MLA slapping and punching the canteen staffer, Yogesh Kutram, reportedly over complaints about the quality of the food served. The video quickly spread across social media, leading to widespread condemnation.
A leaked audio recording has revealed that Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, allegedly authorized the brutal crackdown on student protesters in 2024. The recording, captures Hasina’s conversation with a senior government official in which she directs security forces to use "lethal weapons" and to "shoot wherever they find them," referring to the protesters. The conversation took place on July 18, 2024, whi
A leaked audio recording has revealed that Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, allegedly authorized the brutal crackdown on student protesters in 2024. The recording, captures Hasina’s conversation with a senior government official in which she directs security forces to use "lethal weapons" and to "shoot wherever they find them," referring to the protesters. The conversation took place on July 18, 2024, whi
The ongoing political drama surrounding the Chief Minister's post in Karnataka has now shifted from Bengaluru to Delhi. Both Siddaramaiah, the current Chief Minister, and DK Shivakumar, the Deputy Chief Minister, have arrived in the national capital. Their visit comes at a time when speculations about a potential leadership change in the state have been circulating, especially after recent claims by Karnataka MLAs about the need for a change in leadership.
The ongoing political drama surrounding the Chief Minister's post in Karnataka has now shifted from Bengaluru to Delhi. Both Siddaramaiah, the current Chief Minister, and DK Shivakumar, the Deputy Chief Minister, have arrived in the national capital. Their visit comes at a time when speculations about a potential leadership change in the state have been circulating, especially after recent claims by Karnataka MLAs about the need for a change in leadership.
A shocking incident of assault by Maharashtra Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad has come to light after he physically attacked a canteen staff member over the quality of dal served at the Akashvani MLA canteen in Mumbai. The incident, which occurred during peak hours, has sparked widespread condemnation, raising questions about the behavior of elected representatives in public spaces. The altercation began when Gaikwad, a
A shocking incident of assault by Maharashtra Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad has come to light after he physically attacked a canteen staff member over the quality of dal served at the Akashvani MLA canteen in Mumbai. The incident, which occurred during peak hours, has sparked widespread condemnation, raising questions about the behavior of elected representatives in public spaces. The altercation began when Gaikwad, a
A massive protest erupted in Bihar as members of the INDIA bloc took to the streets, opposing the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. The protest, led by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and its allies in the Mahagathbandhan, aims to highlight concerns over the revision process, which is perceived as rushed and designed to benefit the ruling National Democratic Alliance (
A massive protest erupted in Bihar as members of the INDIA bloc took to the streets, opposing the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. The protest, led by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and its allies in the Mahagathbandhan, aims to highlight concerns over the revision process, which is perceived as rushed and designed to benefit the ruling National Democratic Alliance (
A massive nationwide strike, known as the Bharat Bandh, is set to paralyze India’s public services today, with over 25 crore workers from essential government sectors participating in the protest. The strike, organized by a joint forum of 10 central trade unions, supported by farmer and rural worker organizations, is aimed at protesting the central government’s policies, which they consider "anti-worker, anti-farmer, and pro-corporate
A massive nationwide strike, known as the Bharat Bandh, is set to paralyze India’s public services today, with over 25 crore workers from essential government sectors participating in the protest. The strike, organized by a joint forum of 10 central trade unions, supported by farmer and rural worker organizations, is aimed at protesting the central government’s policies, which they consider "anti-worker, anti-farmer, and pro-corporate
In a dramatic twist, a Shiv Sena minister tried to join the opposition Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) protest in Thane amidst a brewing language debate in the state. The protest, organized by MNS leader Raj Thackeray, was met with chaos as MNS workers were detained by the police. The protest centered around the controversial 'slapgate' incident, in which MNS workers assaulted a food stall owner for speaking Hindi instead of Marathi.
In a dramatic twist, a Shiv Sena minister tried to join the opposition Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) protest in Thane amidst a brewing language debate in the state. The protest, organized by MNS leader Raj Thackeray, was met with chaos as MNS workers were detained by the police. The protest centered around the controversial 'slapgate' incident, in which MNS workers assaulted a food stall owner for speaking Hindi instead of Marathi.
In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful tool in shaping public perception and influencing political outcomes. Political parties across India are increasingly investing in social media to build their presence, particularly on X , where political narratives are often shaped and shared. In the Andhra Pradesh political landscape, Janasena Party, led by Pawan Kalyan, has emerged as the leader in t
In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful tool in shaping public perception and influencing political outcomes. Political parties across India are increasingly investing in social media to build their presence, particularly on X , where political narratives are often shaped and shared. In the Andhra Pradesh political landscape, Janasena Party, led by Pawan Kalyan, has emerged as the leader in t