Politics

The 'Agniveer' scheme introduced in 2022 sparked a debate during the July 1 Parliament session. Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, claimed that Agniveers do not receive a pension or the title of 'Martyr'.

"Seven months ago, on December 8, this House was transformed into Kurusabha, presided over by a blind Dhritrashtra, where Dushshashan darbaris made every attempt to disrobe Draupadi. The ethics committee, that voted to recommend my expulsion on November 9, they voted 6-4, had 10 members and one chairperson. Of the five Loksabha members from the BJP, four have not returned to the House, and the Chairperson, a BJP member has also not returned to the House... Much like Lord Krishna protected Draupadi, the people of Krishnanagar have protected me... I gained freedom from fear. I will see the end of you."

Gandhi's speech, marked by an unprecedented display of religious imagery, drew swift condemnation from the ruling NDA coalition after he accused the BJP and RSS of projecting violence and hatred under the guise of Hinduism.

Manoj Kumar Singh, an IAS officer with close ties to Yogi Adityanath, assumed office as Uttar Pradesh’s new chief secretary on July 30.

In a shocking incident that has sparked widespread outrage, a video showing a couple being flogged in public has surfaced from Uttar Dinajpur district's Chopra area in West Bengal. West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose expressed shock over the incident and has sought an immediate report from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. "He condemned the incident and has sought an immediate report from CM Banerjee," an official confirmed.