Political Issues
- All
- News
- Videos
-
Waqf Bill To Be Tabled In Lok Sabha Today Amid Political Standoff
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is expected to be tabled in Parliament on Wednesday, with both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress issuing whips to their MPs to ensure their presence in the House.
-
On Murky Delhi Judge Cash-At-Home Row, Centre Calls All-Party Meet: Sources
The centre on Tuesday reached out to all political parties on the issue of cash found at the home of a Delhi High Court judge - Justice Yashwant Varma.
-
"Some Parties Raking Up Language Issue For Their Own Politics": Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah Friday attacked opposition parties in the Rajya Sabha for raking up the language row, saying they were doing so to gain political mileage and hide their corruption.
-
"Not Just About MPs...": MK Stalin's Message Before Big Delimitation Meet
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has spoken ahead of a crucial meeting in Chennai this weekend, at which political leaders from seven states, including those from Odisha, Punjab, and Bengal, will discuss the delimitation row.
-
Rahul Gandhi Demands Parliament Discussion On Alleged Voter Fraud
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday demanded a discussion in the Lok Sabha on the issue of voter lists on which several political parties have raised certain questions.
-
Opinion | On Congress's Neglect of India's Mother Tongues
Since 2023, Congress has tried to capitalise on a pro-Kannada sentiment for political mileage. Yet, its Karnataka government issued an order encouraging English-medium education from the primary level.
-
"Delimitation Separate From Population Management": Chandrababu Naidu
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday sought to dispel confusion around delimitation, asserting that it is a separate issue from population management and should not be linked to the ongoing political discussions.
-
Liquor Ban In J&K? Signature Campaign, Posters, Spark Massive Row
Jammu and Kashmir is seeing a fresh political row over liquor ban - an issue that came up in 2016 but got thumbs downed by Mehbooba Mufti's ruling People's Democratic Party. Now the battlelines have been re-drawn.
-
Munawar Faruqui’s Hafta Vasooli Brings Satirical Newsroom Comedy, Now Streaming on JioHotstar
Hafta Vasooli, featuring Munawar Faruqui, is a satirical newsroom comedy premiering on JioHotstar from February 14. The show blends humor, debates, and roasts while tackling current events in an engaging format. With a mix of scripted and unscripted elements, it promises unpredictability and sharp social commentary. Each episode will feature a rota...
-
Amid Row Over Ranveer Allahbadia, A Sena vs Sena Points-Scoring Contest
With podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia's crass remarks at a roast show becoming a national talking point, the two factions of Shiv Sena are competing with each other to take up the issue in Parliament and score political points.
-
Neelamudi (Blue Hair) OTT Release: Malayalam Film on Casteism Now Streaming on Manorama Max
Neelamudi (Blue Hair), directed by Sharath Kumar V, is a gripping Malayalam film tackling caste-based discrimination in the digital age. Set in a rural village, it follows Sidhu, a vlogger, and his friends, who plan a prank that takes an unexpected turn. The film uses vlogs to highlight the subtle infiltration of casteism in everyday life, addressi...
-
Here's Why You Have Automatically Followed Trump On Facebook And Instagram
Meanwhile, Instagram users have been experiencing a strange issue when searching for hashtags related to the Democratic Party. Typing "#Democrat" or "#Democrats" yields a "results hidden" message, sparking accusations of political bias.
-
Opinion | India-Bangladesh Friction: What You're Seeing Is Not Real
In sum, the whole issue is like smoke and mirrors. What is seen in public is far from the reality. Delhi would be wise to wait it out, quietly. In the present storm of political verbal excess, the less said, the better.
-
Biden's Final Act In Office Is Pardons For Close Family Members
US President Joe Biden issued preemptive pardons on Monday to former Covid pandemic advisor Anthony Fauci, retired general Mark Milley and close family members to shield them from "politically motivated prosecutions" under the Trump administration.
-
Biden's Extraordinary Use Of Presidential Power Ahead Of Trump Inauguration
US President Joe Biden on Monday issued pre-emptive pardons to former Covid-19 advisor Anthony Fauci and retired general Mark Milley to shield them from "politically motivated prosecutions" under the Trump administration.
-
Waqf Bill To Be Tabled In Lok Sabha Today Amid Political Standoff
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is expected to be tabled in Parliament on Wednesday, with both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress issuing whips to their MPs to ensure their presence in the House.
-
On Murky Delhi Judge Cash-At-Home Row, Centre Calls All-Party Meet: Sources
The centre on Tuesday reached out to all political parties on the issue of cash found at the home of a Delhi High Court judge - Justice Yashwant Varma.
-
"Some Parties Raking Up Language Issue For Their Own Politics": Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah Friday attacked opposition parties in the Rajya Sabha for raking up the language row, saying they were doing so to gain political mileage and hide their corruption.
-
"Not Just About MPs...": MK Stalin's Message Before Big Delimitation Meet
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has spoken ahead of a crucial meeting in Chennai this weekend, at which political leaders from seven states, including those from Odisha, Punjab, and Bengal, will discuss the delimitation row.
-
Rahul Gandhi Demands Parliament Discussion On Alleged Voter Fraud
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday demanded a discussion in the Lok Sabha on the issue of voter lists on which several political parties have raised certain questions.
-
Opinion | On Congress's Neglect of India's Mother Tongues
Since 2023, Congress has tried to capitalise on a pro-Kannada sentiment for political mileage. Yet, its Karnataka government issued an order encouraging English-medium education from the primary level.
-
"Delimitation Separate From Population Management": Chandrababu Naidu
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday sought to dispel confusion around delimitation, asserting that it is a separate issue from population management and should not be linked to the ongoing political discussions.
-
Liquor Ban In J&K? Signature Campaign, Posters, Spark Massive Row
Jammu and Kashmir is seeing a fresh political row over liquor ban - an issue that came up in 2016 but got thumbs downed by Mehbooba Mufti's ruling People's Democratic Party. Now the battlelines have been re-drawn.
-
Munawar Faruqui’s Hafta Vasooli Brings Satirical Newsroom Comedy, Now Streaming on JioHotstar
Hafta Vasooli, featuring Munawar Faruqui, is a satirical newsroom comedy premiering on JioHotstar from February 14. The show blends humor, debates, and roasts while tackling current events in an engaging format. With a mix of scripted and unscripted elements, it promises unpredictability and sharp social commentary. Each episode will feature a rota...
-
Amid Row Over Ranveer Allahbadia, A Sena vs Sena Points-Scoring Contest
With podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia's crass remarks at a roast show becoming a national talking point, the two factions of Shiv Sena are competing with each other to take up the issue in Parliament and score political points.
-
Neelamudi (Blue Hair) OTT Release: Malayalam Film on Casteism Now Streaming on Manorama Max
Neelamudi (Blue Hair), directed by Sharath Kumar V, is a gripping Malayalam film tackling caste-based discrimination in the digital age. Set in a rural village, it follows Sidhu, a vlogger, and his friends, who plan a prank that takes an unexpected turn. The film uses vlogs to highlight the subtle infiltration of casteism in everyday life, addressi...
-
Here's Why You Have Automatically Followed Trump On Facebook And Instagram
Meanwhile, Instagram users have been experiencing a strange issue when searching for hashtags related to the Democratic Party. Typing "#Democrat" or "#Democrats" yields a "results hidden" message, sparking accusations of political bias.
-
Opinion | India-Bangladesh Friction: What You're Seeing Is Not Real
In sum, the whole issue is like smoke and mirrors. What is seen in public is far from the reality. Delhi would be wise to wait it out, quietly. In the present storm of political verbal excess, the less said, the better.
-
Biden's Final Act In Office Is Pardons For Close Family Members
US President Joe Biden issued preemptive pardons on Monday to former Covid pandemic advisor Anthony Fauci, retired general Mark Milley and close family members to shield them from "politically motivated prosecutions" under the Trump administration.
-
Biden's Extraordinary Use Of Presidential Power Ahead Of Trump Inauguration
US President Joe Biden on Monday issued pre-emptive pardons to former Covid-19 advisor Anthony Fauci and retired general Mark Milley to shield them from "politically motivated prosecutions" under the Trump administration.
