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Renuka Chowdhury Rejects Comparisons Between Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi's Speaking Styles in Parliament
Dec 12, 2025 08:24 pm CST
Senior Congress leader Renuka Chowdhury dismisses comparisons between Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi's parliamentary speeches, describing them as "apples and oranges" with different styles addressing different subjects. The siblings' consecutive Lok Sabha appearances have sparked debate, with Priyanka's Vande Mataram speech and Rahul's electoral reform comments showcasing their distinct political approaches.
Supreme Court Asserts Immunity from Media Influence in Bangladesh Deportation Case
Dec 12, 2025 08:24 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has declared its complete immunity from media influence while hearing a contentious case regarding individuals deported to Bangladesh without proper process. The court expressed concerns about ill-informed commentary affecting public perception while addressing the humanitarian aspects of repatriation efforts and due process requirements in deportation cases.
AIMIM Bengal Unit Seeks Alliance with Trinamool Rebel Humayun Kabir for Upcoming West Bengal Elections
Dec 12, 2025 08:08 pm CST
AIMIM's Bengal unit chief Imran Solani reveals ongoing alliance talks with Trinamool rebel MLA Humayun Kabir, who plans to launch his own party targeting Muslim voters. AIMIM aims to contest strongly in minority-dominated districts, with Asaduddin Owaisi taking a more aggressive stance in the upcoming West Bengal elections. Solani claims Mamata Banerjee faces challenges due to perceived neglect of minority concerns.
24-Year-Old Woman Broadcasts Suicide on Facebook Live in Lucknow: Mental Health Crisis and Police Response
Dec 12, 2025 08:00 pm CST
A tragic incident unfolded in Lucknow's Vibhuti Khand area where a 24-year-old woman from Ambedkar Nagar district died by suicide while broadcasting live on Facebook. Prior to this event, she had filed complaints against a local reporter and an Army man for alleged deception. Despite Meta alerting authorities, delayed entry due to a locked door prevented timely intervention. The incident highlights the urgent need for mental health awareness and support services.
MNREGA Renamed to Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana: Cabinet Reviews Proposal for India's Rural Employment Program
Dec 12, 2025 07:55 pm CST
India's flagship rural employment scheme MNREGA is set to be renamed as Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana with enhanced benefits. The proposal before the Cabinet aims to increase employment guarantees from 100 to 125 days annually with an allocation exceeding Rs 1.5 lakh crore, benefiting 154 million rural workers nationwide.
PMK-TVK Alliance Possibility: K Balu's Strategic Visit Sparks Political Speculation in Tamil Nadu
Dec 12, 2025 07:54 pm CST
A surprise visit by PMK leader K Balu to actor Vijay's TVK headquarters has ignited speculation about a potential political alliance ahead of Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly elections. While officially focused on inviting TVK to join a caste census protest, this meeting between two significant political forces could reshape Tamil Nadu's political landscape, currently heading toward a four-cornered electoral contest.
India's Retail Inflation Rises to 0.71% in November: Below RBI Target Range for Third Consecutive Month
Dec 12, 2025 07:36 pm CST
India's annual retail inflation increased to 0.71% in November from October's record low, remaining below the RBI's 2-6% target range for the third consecutive month. Economists forecast continued moderate inflation through FY26, potentially allowing for an additional 25 basis point repo rate cut before a prolonged pause in monetary policy adjustments.
Odisha Congress Leader Calls for "Open-Heart Surgery" of Party in Letter to Sonia Gandhi Amid Multiple Electoral Defeats
Dec 12, 2025 07:31 pm CST
An Odisha Congress leader has written a critical five-page letter to Sonia Gandhi urging for comprehensive party reform following six consecutive electoral defeats in Odisha and multiple losses nationwide. Mohammed Moquim, former MLA from Barabati-Cuttack, calls for new leadership including figures like Shashi Tharoor, DK Shivakumar, Sachin Pilot, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, while highlighting growing disconnect with youth voters and organizational failures within the party structure.
2-Year-Old Girl Killed in Fatal School Van Accident in UP: Driver Arrested and Investigation Underway
Dec 12, 2025 07:06 pm CST
A tragic incident in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh resulted in the death of 2-year-old Budhiya Paswan after she was struck by a school vehicle near Narayangarh village. Driver Rajesh Yadav has been arrested following a complaint by the victim's father as police continue their investigation into this fatal accident.
Successful Capture of Elusive Leopard at Pune Airport After Months-Long Operation
Dec 12, 2025 06:57 pm CST
A male leopard that had been moving within Pune Airport premises since April has been safely captured following a multi-agency operation. Forest officials, RESQ Charitable Trust, and the Indian Air Force collaborated to tranquilize the animal, which had been using underground tunnels and dense vegetation to navigate the airport grounds. The leopard is now under observation at the Transit Treatment Centre in Bavdhan, Pune.