Politics

Every beneficiary should receive govt benefits without nepotism: Punjab CM Mann

NEW DELHI: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday asked the officers of the state government to ensure that the benefits provided by the government are allocated and sent to every authentic beneficiary. Chairing a meeting with the Administrative Secretaries of all the departments, the CM said that the state government is committed to […]

Navigating the BJP wave: What to watch for in the 2024 elections

NEW DELHI: As the dust settles on the state Assembly elections, the political landscape in India is abuzz with speculations and analyses. The BJP’s resounding victory against the Congress in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana offers valuable insights into the nation’s pulse, setting the stage for the much-anticipated 2024 General Elections. Here are some […]

J&K Reorganisation Bill and Reservation Bill debated in Lok Sabha: Here’s an overview

NEW DELHI: In a significant development, the Lower house has initiated discussions on the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill, 2023, and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2023, marking a crucial moment in the region’s legislative landscape. With the government presenting a packed agenda of 21 Bills for the session, these particular bills […]

Won’t allow anyone to become Rajasthan CM till killer hanged: Karni Sena as protests erupt

JAIPUR: Following the death of Rashtriya Rajput Karni Sena President Sukhdev Singh Gogamedi, the national secretary, Makran, demanded an encounter of his killers, threatening to “burn down” the country, if Canadian citizen Rohit Godara, who claimed responsibility, is not arrested. “Koi CM nahi banega jab tak nyay nahi milega. Pure desh me aag laga denge […]

I sought closure of illegal proliferation of meat shops, not Muslims: BJP’s new MLA Balmukund Acharya

Acharya, who won the Hawa Mahal seat by a narrow margin, wasted no time in issuing directives to close down all non-vegetarian food stalls in the Hawa Mahal area.