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RBI tells parliamentary panel that virtual digital assets like cryptocurrency a threat to economy

The Reserve Bank of India has informed a parliamentary panel that virtual digital assets like cryptocurrency pose a threat to India's developing economy and should not be legalized. Citing concerns over potential use in illegal activities such as terror funding and drug smuggling, the central bank highlighted the difficulty in…

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Congress hints at equal seat-sharing with Samajwadi Party in 2027 UP assembly polls

Uttar Pradesh Congress in-charge Rajendra Pal Gautam signaled an equal seat-sharing with the Samajwadi Party for the 2027 assembly polls, emphasizing "equality and respect." He highlighted the INDIA bloc's success in the Lok Sabha elections, attributing it to the Congress's national stature and Rahul Gandhi's leadership. Gautam also criticized the…

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BJP accuses Priyanka Gandhi, husband of attempt to grab land in Uttarakhand

The BJP has accused Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and her husband Robert Vadra of attempting to seize a four-acre land parcel in Uttarakhand. Party spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari alleged that Robert Vadra's sister, Saira Vadra, is involved, with a Congress MLA reportedly threatening a 90-year-old woman occupying the property to…

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EC announces bypolls to 3 assembly seats in Bihar, MP and Gujarat on July 30

Bypolls for three assembly seats in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat are scheduled for July 30, the Election Commission announced. The vacancies in Bankipur, Datia, and Manjalpur arose from resignations, disqualification, and a death. Nominations close on July 13, with counting on August 3. The Model Code of Conduct is…

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The making of Champat Rai: From trusted organiser to Ayodhya’s most controversial figure

In 1990, when L K Advani set out on his Rath Yatra from Somnath to Ayodhya, the journey didn’t survive contact with Bihar – Lalu Yadav’s government had him arrested in Samastipur. Into that vacuum stepped Ashok Singhal, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad’s then general secretary, who slipped into Ayodhya and…

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On Akhilesh's birthday, SP workers portray him as Lord Krishna; BJP demands apology

Samajwadi Party workers celebrated Akhilesh Yadav's birthday by unveiling a poster depicting him as Lord Krishna holding the Constitution. Party leaders stated this symbolised Yadav's commitment to justice and righteousness. The BJP criticised the act as an insult to Sanatan Dharma and demanded an apology, accusing the SP of religious…

The Economic Times

TMC MP Mahua Moitra alleges egg attack by BJP workers during Nadia visit

TMC MP Mahua Moitra alleged BJP workers hurled eggs and shouted slogans during a protest outside an MLA's residence in Nadia, West Bengal. Moitra, attending a party meeting, claimed law and order has collapsed and the police are inactive. This follows a similar incident in June where BJP workers allegedly…

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5 officials suspended after 'mysterious' shanty demolition in Surat; civic body previously denied involvement

Five Surat Municipal Corporation officials are suspended following the 'mysterious' demolition of around 80 shanties. The civic body initially denied involvement but has now launched a departmental inquiry after an internal probe. This action follows controversy and allegations of political influence and builder interests behind the May 30th razing. Residents…

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Karnataka begins Gruha Jyothi verification; BJP questions PAN, caste certificate requirement

Karnataka's Gruha Jyothi scheme, offering free electricity, is facing a door-to-door verification process. Senior BJP leader R Ashoka has accused the Congress government of using this to determine eligibility based on income and caste by demanding PAN cards and caste certificates, alleging a betrayal of poll promises. The government claims…

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Maharashtra minister privately admitted he didn't know TET exam papers printed in Agra, says BJP MLA

Maharashtra BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar revealed that School Education Minister Dada Bhuse was unaware of Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) papers being printed in Agra, exposing departmental lapses. The TET exam was postponed due to an alleged paper leak, affecting six lakh candidates. An inter-state racket is suspected, with four arrests…

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'Your days are numbered': BJP slams Telangana CM Revanth Reddy for 'mocking' Nitin Nabin

The BJP has strongly criticized Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for his remarks on party national president Nitin Nabin. Reddy had compared the BJP's prospects in Telangana to its long struggle in West Bengal. The BJP spokesperson labeled Reddy as arrogant and obsequious, predicting his party's defeat in the…

The Economic Times

Sena (UBT) MLC Sachin Ahir elected Maharashtra legislative council's deputy chairman as Mahayuti candidate

Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Sachin Ahir was elected unopposed as the deputy chairman of the Maharashtra legislative council, representing the ruling Mahayuti. The opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi initially fielded a candidate but withdrew it on appeal. Ahir's nomination as a Mahayuti candidate, a close aide of Aaditya Thackeray, marks a…

The Economic Times

In purported letter to CM Mohan Yadav, Cabinet Minister Vijayvargiya rues 'non-cooperation' and 'neglect'

Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya has reportedly written to Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, alleging neglect and non-cooperation regarding development projects in his home district, Indore. The letter, shared by the state Congress, warns of public platform action if issues like delays in the master plan and regional development are not…

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Arvind Kejriwal leaves 'mysterious' information for tomorrow after questioning why didn't Amit Shah visit Ram Temple

Arvind Kejriwal has questioned Union Home Minister Amit Shah's absence from the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, alleging the BJP uses Lord Ram for votes but fails to visit the shrine. Kejriwal pointed out that despite the temple's establishment, Shah has not visited, posing several questions about his faith and intentions.…

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Mopping Up The Supreme Court's Docket

The Court GVR's a petition filed in October 2024 by John Sauer and grants an AR-15 Case After 6 Months Of Relists

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Maharashtra govt to set up expert panel to frame SOPs for AI use, says minister

Maharashtra government will form an expert committee within 30 days to draft AI usage SOPs, aiming for national policy input. This comes as opposition lawmakers questioned the installation of a facial recognition system in the Vidhan Bhavan without their consent. The Home Minister stated existing laws cover privacy violations by…

The Economic Times

Opposition attacking EC over SIR to mask poll defeats, displaying 'peak hypocrisy': BJP

The BJP has accused opposition parties of "peak hypocrisy" for criticizing the Election Commission's electoral roll revision process. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla stated that opposition parties conveniently support the same exercise when it benefits them politically, but oppose it elsewhere to create excuses for electoral losses. He alleged that the…

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Samajwadi Party misused Rampuri knife to grab lands; BJP made it a symbol of security, development: UP CM

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath used the 'Rampuri chaku' metaphor to criticize the Samajwadi Party, alleging they misused power to seize land and exploit citizens. He asserted that under the BJP's governance, the same symbol now represents security and development. Adityanath highlighted the state's transformation since 2017, emphasizing improved…

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'BJP looted Ram Mandir more than Ghaznavi': UBT Sena MP Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has accused the BJP of "Ram-droh" (treason against Lord Ram) over alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations, comparing it to historical temple lootings. He linked this to the alleged house arrest of UP Congress chief Ajay Rai, suggesting Rai was stopped from exposing corruption.

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TMC to oppose UCC in Bengal: Saugata Roy says it threatens personal laws of minority communities

Trinamool Congress MP Saugata Roy has firmly opposed the Uniform Civil Code in West Bengal, asserting it infringes upon minority personal laws and religious sentiments. He accused the BJP of communalizing the issue. Roy clarified that while TMC supported the triple talaq abolition, they reject the UCC, emphasizing the importance…

The Economic Times

"Direct assault on religious faith": Jairam Ramesh alleges PM silent on Ram Mandir donation row

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of silence regarding alleged embezzlement of Ram Mandir donations, calling it an "assault on religious faith." This follows the arrest of UP Congress chief Ajay Rai while en route to Ayodhya. Rai alleged the UP government is "offering thieves" and…

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Modi Cabinet Reshuffle: 7 Young Faces Who May Enter

A major political shake-up may be just around the corner. With the Monsoon Session of Parliament approaching, speculation over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's next Cabinet reshuffle has reached a fever pitch. Every meeting, every political appointment, and every organisational change is now being viewed as a possible clue. While nothing…

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‘Humanity is a privilege’: Umar Khalid on his six years in an Indian jail without trial

Exclusive: Activist tells of his life as one of India’s most prominent political prisoners and his opposition to the government of Narendra Modi

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Sadananda Gowda declines to comment on audio discussing removal of Karnataka BJP chief Vijayendra

Former Karnataka CM D V Sadananda Gowda refused to comment on a leaked audio allegedly discussing the removal of BJP state president B Y Vijayendra. Gowda questioned the audio's authenticity, suggesting it might be AI-generated or a smear campaign by "Payment TV channels."

The Economic Times

Ram temple donation row: Ayodhya lawyers boycott accused; demand for CBI probe; SC refuses urgent hearing

Separately, a plea seeking a time-bound investigation by a CBI-led multi-disciplinary team came before the Supreme Court, but the vacation bench questioned the urgency and postponed the hearing until after the summer break, saying "heavens are not going to fall".

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