As hate crimes flourish and governance avoids accountability, the BJP projects itself as the people's voice. Meanwhile, the Congress-led Opposition struggles with bewilderment and a lack of effective counter-narrative. Analysis.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, at the NATO summit, reaffirms Australia's commitment to a just and lasting peace for Ukraine, including new military aid. Read more.
Australia's new Migration Strategy ends the pandemic-era post-study work extension. Indian graduates face stricter, skills-based visa rules from 2025-26. Understand the impact on your plans.
India-Australia trade surpasses Rs 3 lakh crore for the first time as all tariffs on Indian goods are eliminated. The ECTA pact has doubled trade in five years and created lakhs of jobs. Explore the future roadmap.
Veteran journalist Rajat Sharma uses his platform 'Aaj Ki Baat' to issue a powerful appeal against rising hate crimes, urging national unity and legal action. Read his full opinion.
The proposed new law to curb hate speech in India closely resembles Section 196 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, raising questions about its effectiveness. Read our in-depth analysis.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi condemns the brutal killing of a Tripura student in Dehradun, calling it a horrific hate crime and demanding justice. Read the full story.
A series of incidents targeting Christmas celebrations reported from Assam, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Delhi. Police file FIRs in some cases, investigations ongoing.
Karnataka's legislature passed the pioneering Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025. The Congress defends it as necessary, while the BJP calls it draconian. Read about the fierce debate.
Australian police probe a suspicious fire that destroyed a car displaying a 'Happy Hanukkah' sign in Melbourne. The incident raises fears of an antisemitic attack amid rising hate crimes.
A car displaying a Hanukkah sign was set on fire in Melbourne, Australia, days after the Bondi Junction stabbing. Police are investigating the incident as a possible hate crime.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah counters BJP's claims, stating the new hate speech law applies equally to all. He asserts only those making provocative statements oppose it. Read the full story.
KPCC's Padmaraj R Poojary hails the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025, as crucial for social harmony. The bill targets inflammatory rhetoric linked to recent murders.
Thousands unite at Sydney's Bondi Beach in a powerful vigil, remembering victims of a recent antisemitic attack. The community stands strong against hate. Read the full story.
Activists and lawyers in Bengaluru raise alarms over Karnataka's new hate speech bill, warning of potential misuse and threats to free expression. Key concerns include vague definitions and excessive police powers.
Karnataka passes a stringent hate speech law with up to 7 years jail & Rs 50k fine. BJP opposes, calling it 'draconian'. Get the full details on India's first such state bill.
Karnataka Assembly passes anti-hate speech bill with up to 7-year jail term. BJP opposes, citing free speech threat. Get the full details on the new law.
Karnataka becomes India's first state with a dedicated law against hate speech and hate crimes, allowing for up to 10 years in prison for repeat offenders. Could this be a model for the nation?
Karnataka passes a strict Hate Speech Bill with up to 10-year jail for repeat offences. BJP opposes, calling it a tool to target opposition. Know key provisions.
Karnataka's Congress government passed the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill 2025 amid BJP protests. The law imposes up to 7 years jail and Rs 1 lakh fines to curb communal disharmony.
Karnataka assembly passes a stringent hate speech bill, making it a non-bailable offence with up to 7 years jail and Rs 50,000 fine. BJP protests, calling it a tool to silence opposition.
Karnataka's new Hate Speech Bill aims to protect constitutional values. Here's a breakdown of who is punishable, who is exempted, and what it means for political discourse. Read the full explainer.
Telangana BJP chief N Ramchander Rao demands police probe into Hyderabad man's links to Australia shooting, calling it an 'insult to India'. Read the full story.
Russia rejects Ukraine's call for a Christmas ceasefire, insisting on a binding peace settlement. Zelensky pushes for war crimes accountability at The Hague. Full analysis inside.
The daughter of a wounded Holocaust survivor warns that antisemitism is being allowed to fester in Australia. This follows a violent attack on a Jewish festival in Sydney.
BJP MP Manoj Tiwari introduces a bill to amend the Juvenile Justice Act, aiming to try 14-16 year olds accused of heinous crimes as adults. Read the full details and implications.
The International Criminal Court rejects Israel's challenge, allowing its war crimes investigation in Gaza to proceed. Arrest warrants for PM Netanyahu and ex-minister Gallant are upheld. Read the full details.
Jaipur Range police arrested 64 individuals in a two-day cybercrime drive, seizing phones, SIMs, and cash. 20 FIRs were registered in the coordinated operation.
Congress party reveals shocking data of 72,467 crimes against women in Gujarat from 2015-2023, demanding a judicial probe into law & order collapse and political protection for rackets.
Hundreds protest new US base in Okinawa, citing war risks & 6,200+ crimes by troops since 1972. 70% locals oppose the military presence. Read the full report.