Union Minister Kiren Rijiju discusses parliamentary disruptions, the SIR controversy, and minority safety in an exclusive Idea Exchange. He stresses trust in democracy and advises the Opposition to use time wisely. Read the full interview.
Chandigarh administration, asked by MHA for plans, is reluctant to grant major relaxations on leasehold, registry & FAR. Officials vow strict adherence to PMO-approved CMP-2031 to protect city's character.
The Umeed portal's initial registration phase concludes with over 500,000 Waqf properties documented. This marks a major step in transparency for India's Waqf assets. Read the full report.
Test your UPSC Prelims prep with this week's top 15 current affairs MCQs. Covers Hornbill Festival, RBI's Goldilocks period, Navy Day, and more. Includes answers & explanations.
The deadline for uploading waqf property details to the UMEED portal ended Saturday. While no extension is possible, a 3-month grace period without penalties has been announced. Read the full details.
Govt data reveals 82 Indian students deported from Russia, 170 from UK, 45 from US in 5 years. Details on visa denials and global policy shifts.
India's mandatory HUID for silver sees massive uptake with 1.6M pieces hallmarked. Southern region leads. Verify purity via BIS CARE app. Boost for consumer trust.
Bollywood actress Celina Jaitly files plea in Delhi High Court for brother's rescue from UAE detention. Court directs MEA to facilitate communication. Next hearing on Dec 23.
Indian citizens can now securely access and share their passport verification records directly via DigiLocker. This digital initiative streamlines processes for employment, education, and more.
Rahul Gandhi claims the Modi government is breaking tradition by preventing foreign dignitaries from meeting the Leader of Opposition. He calls it a sign of 'insecurity' ahead of Vladimir Putin's visit. Read the full story.
A shocking report reveals only 37 out of 1,817 Hindu temples and Sikh gurdwaras are operational in Pakistan, highlighting state apathy. Read the full investigation.
Controversy erupts in Jammu as Hindu groups protest admissions at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi medical college, raising fears of deepening religious divides overshadowing regional issues. Read more.
Delhi's Raj Niwas, the official residence of Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, has been officially renamed 'Lok Niwas'. Read the full story on this significant change in the capital.
The Ministry of Minority Affairs urges immediate registration of Waqf properties on the UMEED portal before the December 5 deadline. Supreme Court denies extension. Act now to avoid tribunal process.
Government data reveals 2,04,268 private companies closed in India from 2020-21 to 2024-25. No employee rehabilitation plan exists. Read the full report on the corporate clean-up drive.
The Indian Army's dismissal of an 'outstanding' Christian officer, Kamalesan, raises critical questions about secularism and minority rights within the armed forces. Read the full analysis.
Government to introduce corporate IBC amendments first, delaying structural reforms for homebuyers and stuck projects. Key changes for real estate require further consultation. #IBC #RealEstate
Delhi BJP minority wing leader Jamal Siddiqui demands public apology from Maulana Mahmood Madani for controversial remarks about Muslim women. Read the full story.
Jamiat-Ulama-Hind chief Mahmood Madani alleges Supreme Court working under government pressure on minority rights. BJP condemns his jihad comments as divisive. Full details inside.
Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind president Maulana Mahmood Madani's statement linking oppression to jihad ignites intense debate. BJP accuses him of inciting tensions. Read full details.
India exposes Pakistan's poor minority rights record after Islamabad criticized Modi's Ayodhya temple visit. UN experts condemn Pakistan's religious discrimination.
Senior Congress functionaries cite misplaced priorities on SIR/vote chori over local issues like cost of living as key reasons for the Bihar poll defeat. Internal review demands accountability.
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Assam government introduces amendment bill to regulate fee structures in private minority schools. Over 200 institutions currently exempt from fee regulation. Christian forums express concerns over government control.
India strongly counters Pakistan's objection to Ayodhya flag-hoisting ceremony, highlighting Pakistan's record of minority persecution and religious bigotry. Read the full diplomatic exchange.
India strongly rejects Pakistan's comments on Ayodhya Ram Mandir event, calling them 'unwarranted' and deserving 'contempt'. MEA issues sharp response to Islamabad.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman urges MCA to simplify processes, build a live dashboard for transparency, and fast-track services to realize India's developed nation vision. Read more.
India strongly condemns China's arbitrary detention of Arunachal Pradesh woman at airport. MEA reaffirms state's integral status to India amid diplomatic tensions.
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs accuses China of manipulating WWII narratives to justify expansionism and intimidate Taiwan. Learn about the escalating tensions.
India launches secure e-passports with embedded chips. Learn eligibility criteria, application process, and benefits for faster immigration and global compliance.