ECI Deadline to Bengal Govt Over Non-Compliance

The Election Commission of India has issued a strict deadline to West Bengal government officials, demanding compliance reports by February 9, 2026, following multiple violations of electoral procedures.

SC Directs WB Govt to Pay DA Arrears to Employees

The Supreme Court has mandated the West Bengal government to disburse dearness allowance arrears to its employees for the period 2008-2019, emphasizing DA as a crucial welfare measure against inflation.

Jairam Ramesh on LoP Speaking Rights in Parliament

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh raises concerns about parliamentary democracy, highlighting how denying the Leader of Opposition speaking opportunities hampers House functioning and references Manmohan Singh's 2004 experience.

Imran Khan's Sons Accuse Pak Govt of Blocking Visa

Suleman and Kasim Khan, sons of former Pakistani PM Imran Khan, allege Shehbaz Sharif's government is intentionally refusing visa to prevent them from visiting their father in Pakistan.

India's Energy Security Top Priority: MEA

Ministry of External Affairs emphasizes India's energy security as supreme priority, responding to Trump's claims about halting Russian oil imports and sourcing from US, Venezuela.

India's First Comment on Trump's Russian Oil Claim

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addresses US President Trump's claims about India halting Russian oil purchases, emphasizing energy security for 1.4 billion Indians as the supreme priority.

Elephant Herd Tramples 3 Family Members in Bokaro

A devastating incident in Jharkhand's Bokaro district saw three family members trampled to death by a wild elephant herd while they were sleeping, highlighting human-wildlife conflict.

SC to Hear PIL Against Election Freebies by Parties

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a Public Interest Litigation challenging the practice of political parties promising freebies during elections, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility and voter influence.

Odisha Proposes Spelling Changes for 24 Places

The Odisha government has proposed changing the English spellings of 24 places to better reflect local pronunciation and cultural heritage, aiming for linguistic accuracy.

Tharoor Backs Rahul Gandhi on LoP Speech Issue

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has supported Rahul Gandhi's stance, stating that a larger problem was created by not allowing the Leader of Opposition to speak in Parliament, highlighting concerns over democratic norms.

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