POLITICS

China raises again its claim over Arunachal Pradesh

Despite India’s stand, Chinese Senior Colonel Zhang Xiaogang, a spokesperson for the Chinese Defence Ministry, reiterated that Arunachal Pradesh is their territory, aimed at keeping the issue burning as ever. Zhang’s comments came in response to India’s recent reinforcement of military infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh, specifically through the construction of the Sela Tunnel, aimed at improving connectivity and troop movement ...

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Electoral Bonds: SC asks SBI to declare all details by Thursday, March 21

On Monday, the Supreme Court issued directives to the State Bank of India (SBI) to disclose comprehensive details concerning electoral bonds. These details include the date of purchase and redemption, the names of purchasers and recipients, denominations, and alphanumeric numbers and serial bonds. Furthermore, the court instructed SBI Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara to submit an affidavit by 5 pm on ...

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Rahul Gandhi denies ‘Shakti’ he referred to was ‘Shakti Mata’; Offers elaborate explanation

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Amid attacks over his ‘Shakti’ remarks, senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday said that the statement had been taken out of context and blamed the “lies-manufacturing machinery” of the BJP for creating a needless controversy over his statement. While addressing a large gathering on the culmination of the Congress’ Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Mumbai on Sunday, Rahul Gandhi ...

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Telangana Governor Tamilisai resigns, likely to contest Lok Sabha elections

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Confirming earlier speculation, Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan officially tendered her resignation from her post on Monday. Sources within Raj Bhavan revealed that she is expected to run as a BJP candidate in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, possibly from Central Chennai or Puducherry. Tamilisai Soundararajan has previously expressed her desire to play an active role in politics on numerous occasions. ...

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‘One Step Short of World War’, Warns Putin on France’s Idea of Deploying NATO Troops in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin cautioned the US-led NATO military alliance against deploying troops in Ukraine, stating that such action would bring the world “one step closer to a full-scale World War III.” During a speech to his supporters and the media following his decisive presidential election victory, Putin hinted at the presence of fighters from NATO countries on Ukrainian soil. ...

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Trump Threatens ‘Dire Consequences’ If Loses Presidential Race, Biden Team Calls Him ‘Loser’

Former President Donald Trump rallied supporters in Ohio over the weekend, declaring the upcoming November presidential election as pivotal in American history. Trump, who recently secured the presumptive Republican nomination, emphasized the significance of the date, November 5, while lambasting his opponent, President Joe Biden. During his speech in Vandalia, Ohio, Trump criticized Chinese plans to manufacture cars in Mexico ...

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Elections 2024: Kerala prepares for a straight fight between Left and Congress

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Following the Election Commission of India’s declaration of dates for the Lok Sabha polls, Kerala’s major political factions aligned under the UDF or LDF, led by either Congress or Left parties, have initiated strategic maneuvers to secure the highest number of seats. Kerala is slated for polling on April 26, with the deadline for nominations set for April 4. Scrutiny ...

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Elections 2024: Full Schedule of Lok Sabha, 4 State Assemblies announced in 7 Phases; Counting on June 4

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The Election Commission of India announced the schedule for the 543 parliamentary constituencies for the 18th Lok Sabha elections, marking the commencement of the world’s largest democratic exercise encompassing 96.8 crore voters, including 21.5 crore young voters aged between 18 to 29 years. Additionally, the election schedule for four state assemblies was announced, comprising Sikkim (32 seats), Arunachal Pradesh (60 ...

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Jaishankar on 3-nation tour to Singapore, Philippines, Malaysia

India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar is set to undertake a diplomatic tour to Singapore, the Philippines, and Malaysia from March 23 to 27, aiming to bolster bilateral ties. According to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued on Saturday, the visit to these Southeast Asian nations will serve as a platform for discussions on shared ...

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Electoral Bonds: Furnish unique numbers, SC tells SBI while hearing EC plea

The highest judicial authority today issued a stern rebuke to the State Bank of India (SBI) concerning its handling of information regarding electoral bonds, a program enabling discreet donations to political parties by individuals and entities. Following the court’s previous decision to nullify the electoral bonds scheme, SBI was instructed to divulge comprehensive data regarding donations spanning the past half-decade. ...

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Electoral Bonds Data Published on Election Commission Website, Initial Revelations

The electoral bonds data published by the Election Commission of India on its official website reveals the donor side and the political parties but not connect who received from whom. However, initial data interpretation showed that political parties received more than Rs 12,769 crore as donations from corporates and individuals since 2019. A total of 20,421 electoral bonds were encashed ...

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Ram Nath Kovind Panel Submits Recommendations on ‘One Nation, One Poll’

The high-level committee, chaired by former president Ram Nath Kovind, has reportedly proposed amendments to at least five articles of the Constitution to facilitate the implementation of simultaneous elections across the country. The comprehensive report spans 18,626 pages. Established in September 2023, the Kovind-led committee on ‘One Nation, One Poll’ was tasked with assessing and providing suggestions for conducting simultaneous ...

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