Bangladesh Jamaat Says Women Can’t Hold Top Party Posts
Bangladesh’s largest Islamist political party, Jamaat-e-Islami, has declared that women cannot hold top party posts,…
Bangladesh Jamaat Says Women Can’t Hold Top Party Posts
Bangladesh’s largest Islamist political party, Jamaat-e-Islami, has declared that women cannot hold top party posts, sparking widespread debate across the country. The announcement has drawn criticism from rights groups, political analysts, and civil society organizations, who argue that the decision undermines gender equality and democratic representation. Context of the Announcement The Jamaat leadership clarified that…
Tripura’s Gram Panchayat Tops India in Panchayat Advancement Index 2.0, Two More Came as Third and Fourth
Tripura has achieved a remarkable milestone in grassroots governance as one of its gram panchayats secured the top position in the Panchayat Advancement Index 2.0, while two others ranked third and fourth nationally. This recognition highlights the state’s commitment to strengthening local self-governance, transparency, and rural development. What is the Panchayat Advancement Index 2.0? The…
India Rejects Indus Waters Treaty Order, Calls Arbitration Court’s Decision Illegal
India has firmly rejected the recent order issued under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), declaring the arbitration court’s decision as “illegal and unacceptable.” The move has reignited debate over the decades-old treaty signed between India and Pakistan in 1960, which governs the sharing of river waters originating from the Indus basin. Background of the Indus…
Assam CM Announces Advance Salary Facility for State Government Employees
In a significant move aimed at boosting employee welfare, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced an advance salary facility for state government employees. The initiative is designed to provide financial flexibility, allowing employees to access a portion of their salary in advance to meet urgent needs. Key Highlights of the Announcement Benefits for…
India Learns of Govt Actions from Trump: Congress Slams PM as US Announces Trade Deal
The announcement of a new trade deal between India and the United States has sparked controversy in New Delhi, with the Congress party criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi for allowing the country to learn of government actions from U.S. President Donald Trump rather than through official Indian channels. The opposition accused the government of bypassing…
US Says Trade Deal with India Impetus for More Industrial Collaboration
The United States has emphasized that the recently concluded trade deal with India will serve as a major impetus for expanding industrial collaboration between the two nations. Officials highlighted that the agreement not only strengthens bilateral trade but also opens new avenues in manufacturing, technology, energy, and defense sectors. Key Highlights of the Trade Deal…
Russia Resorts to Selling Oil Barrels to India at a Low Price of $22 as US Sanctions Pressurize Moscow
Russia has turned to India as a critical energy partner, offering crude oil barrels at a significantly reduced price of $22 per barrel. This move comes as Moscow faces mounting pressure from US-led sanctions, which have restricted its access to global markets and financial systems. The development underscores the shifting dynamics of global energy trade…
Carlos Alcaraz Gets Into Heated Exchange with Chair Umpire in Australian Open Final vs Novak Djokovic
The Australian Open 2026 final between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic was not only a battle of tennis brilliance but also a dramatic spectacle marked by a heated exchange between Alcaraz and the chair umpire. The incident, which unfolded in front of thousands of fans at Rod Laver Arena and millions watching worldwide, added an…
Naik’s ‘Sunday Ambush’: Loyalist’s Wife is Navi Mumbai Mayor Pick
In a dramatic turn of events described as a “Sunday ambush”, the political corridors of Maharashtra were abuzz after the announcement that the wife of a close loyalist of veteran leader Ganesh Naik has been chosen as the new Mayor of Navi Mumbai. This surprise move has sparked intense discussions about power dynamics, party strategies,…
P Chidambaram Dodges Question on Trump, Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Dead Economy’ Remark
Senior Congress leader and former Finance Minister P Chidambaram found himself in the spotlight after sidestepping a question linking Donald Trump’s presidency with Rahul Gandhi’s recent remark describing India’s economy as “dead.” His response, or lack thereof, has sparked discussions about the Congress party’s economic narrative and its positioning ahead of upcoming political battles. Rahul…
