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23 May

Kanimozhi Leads All-Party Delegation to Russia, Emphasizes Strategic Unity Against Terrorism

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaCross-border Terrorism, Kanimozhi, Operation Sindoor, Russia-India ties

Moscow [Russia], May 23, 2025: DMK MP Kanimozhi, heading a multi-nation Indian parliamentary delegation under Operation Sindoor, reaffirmed India’s longstanding strategic partnership with Russia and stressed the urgent need for global unity in combating terrorism. Speaking from Moscow, she highlighted the Indian government’s decision to send representatives from various political parties abroad to present a unified stance against Pakistan-sponsored terror following the deadly Pahalgam attack."Russia has always stood by India on global platforms, and it becomes essential to strengthen our cooperation when terror continues to claim Indian lives," Kanimozhi told ANI. Referring to the April 22 Pahalgam attack that left…

22 May

UAE and Japan Express Solidarity with India in Global Anti-Terrorism Outreach

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsIndia, Japan, Operation Sindoor, Pakistan, terrorism, UAE

Abu Dhabi/Tokyo, May 22, 2025: In a significant diplomatic initiative, the United Arab Emirates and Japan have expressed strong solidarity with India in its fight against terrorism. This comes as part of India's global outreach following Operation Sindoor, aimed at garnering international support against cross-border terrorism emanating from Pakistan.A multi-party Indian delegation led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha met with Japan's Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya in Tokyo. Iwaya conveyed Japan's unwavering stance against terrorism, stating that it cannot be justified in any form, and extended condolences to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack.Simultaneously, another delegation headed by Shiv…

22 May

Supreme Court Halts ED Probe into Tamil Nadu’s TASMAC, Criticizes Agency for Overreach

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaEnforcement Directorate, Supreme Court, Tamil Nadu, TASMAC

New Delhi, May 22, 2025: The Supreme Court of India has stayed the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) money laundering investigation into the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC), the state's official liquor retailer. The Court criticized the ED for "crossing all limits" and violating the federal structure of governance .A bench comprising Chief Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice Augustine George Masih issued notice to the ED on a plea filed by the Tamil Nadu government and TASMAC. The plea challenged the ED's actions, alleging grave violations of constitutional rights and the federal structure. The Court's decision overrules a previous Madras High…

22 May

EAM Jaishankar in Netherlands: Pakistan Cannot Escape Consequences If Terror Persists, Says India

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsIndia Netherlands relations, Operation Sindoor, Pakistan terrorism, S Jaishankar

The Hague, May 22, 2025: On an official visit to the Netherlands, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivered a stern warning to Pakistan, asserting that if cross-border terrorism continues, Islamabad will face severe consequences. In a detailed interview with Dutch daily de Volkskrant, Jaishankar underscored India’s clear message following the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives, and stressed that the ceasefire with Pakistan does not imply tolerance for terrorism."We want a definitive end to terrorism... if the terrorist attacks from Pakistan continue, there will be consequences. The Pakistanis must understand that very well," Jaishankar said. He categorically stated that…

22 May

“This Is Not Just Retaliation, This Is New India”: PM Modi Vows Stern Response Against Terror at Bikaner Rally

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaIndia Pakistan conflict, Operation Sindoor, PM Modi

Bikaner, May 22, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a massive rally in Rajasthan's Bikaner, delivered a fiery message to Pakistan, asserting that India’s resolve in the face of terrorism has taken a new form under Operation Sindoor. In a symbolic declaration, Modi said, “There is no blood flowing in Modi’s veins, but hot Sindoor,” drawing thunderous applause from the crowd.The Prime Minister emphasized that the days of India being silent in the face of provocation are over. “Now there will be neither trade nor talk with Pakistan. If there will be any conversation, it will be only about Pakistan-Occupied…

21 May

Centre Tells SC: Waqf Not an Essential Part of Islam; Defends Inclusion of Non-Muslims in Waqf Boards

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaEssential Religious Practice, Supreme Court, Waqf Act

New Delhi, May 21, 2025 – In a significant legal and constitutional development, the Central Government informed the Supreme Court that waqf, while rooted in Islamic practice, is not an essential part of Islam and thus not protected under the fundamental right to religious freedom. The submission came during hearings on petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025.Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Centre, clarified that waqf boards discharge secular functions, such as property management and financial administration, and therefore the inclusion of non-Muslims in waqf boards does not violate religious freedom or disrupt religious practices.The…

21 May

Gujarat’s Asiatic Lion Population Rises 32% to 891, Expands Beyond Protected Sanctuaries

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAsiatic Lion Census 2025, Gir sanctuary, Gujarat lions

Gandhinagar, May 21, 2025 — Gujarat’s lion conservation efforts have borne fruit, with the state’s Asiatic lion population rising from 674 in 2020 to 891 in 2025 — a 32% increase over five years, according to the latest 16th Asiatic Lion Census.The census revealed a remarkable shift, with nearly half the lion population now living outside traditional sanctuaries such as Gir, Mitiyala, Girnar, and Pania. While around 430 lions remain within protected areas, others have spread across the broader Saurashtra landscape, including Bhavnagar and the Union Territory of Diu.Conducted between May 10 and 13, the survey covered 35,000 square kilometers…

20 May

Mukesh and Nita Ambani Named in TIME’s 100 Most Influential in Philanthropy for 2025

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaMukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani, TIME 100 Philanthropy

New Delhi, May 20, 2025: Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani have been featured in TIME magazine’s 2025 list of the 100 most influential people in philanthropy.The prestigious list, unveiled on Tuesday, recognizes individuals from across the globe who have made a significant impact through charitable and developmental work. Alongside the Ambanis, figures such as David Beckham, Oprah Winfrey, Dolly Parton, and Darren Walker also appear in this year’s edition.TIME cited the Ambanis’ extensive philanthropic contributions, which reached ₹407 crore (approximately USD 48 million) in 2024, placing them among India’s top donors. Their initiatives span…

20 May

Foreign Secretary Misri Briefs Parliamentarians on Key Foreign Policy Issues

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaIndia foreign policy, Indo-Pak ceasefire, Vikram Misri

New Delhi – Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has conducted a series of detailed briefings with various parliamentary delegations ahead of their upcoming visits abroad, shedding light on several critical foreign policy matters. His discussions spanned tensions with neighboring countries, international operations, and evolving diplomatic challenges with Western powers.Clarifying the situation on the India-Pakistan border, Misri told the Parliamentary Committee on External Affairs that the recent ceasefire was a purely bilateral decision. He emphasized it was achieved through direct communication between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both nations, firmly denying claims made by former U.S. President Donald Trump…

20 May

Madhya Pradesh Govt Forms SIT to Investigate Minister Vijay Shah’s Controversial Remarks

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Madhya Pradesh (National Times): The Madhya Pradesh government has set up a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe controversial comments made by state Tribal Affairs Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah, a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The formation of the SIT follows a directive from the Supreme Court, which took strong exception to Shah’s remarks targeting Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. Shah had reportedly referred to Colonel Qureshi as a "sister of terrorists," a statement the court condemned as deeply offensive. A bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh ordered that the SIT be composed of three senior…