New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva on Thursday stated that the “objectionable remarks” made by the Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi over revered Sikh Guru Tegh Bahadur in the Delhi Assembly is something not only very unfortunate, but also exposes her party’s divisive mindset. Addressing a press conference here, Sachdeva said…
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) The Congress on Thursday flagged what it called a sharp deterioration in India-US relations, warning that bilateral ties are entering a “new abnormal” phase amid looming sanctions threats, adverse trade proposals in the US Congress and diplomatic signals that have caused “extreme discomfiture” in New Delhi. Congress general secretary (communication)…
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Thursday heard at length a habeas corpus petition challenging the detention of Ladakh-based social activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act, 1980. Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal alleged that material favourable to the detainee, specifically a speech appealing for peace, was deliberately suppressed by the detaining…
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of circulating a manipulated video clip in the Delhi Assembly that it claims deliberately insulted the Sikh community and dragged the names of Sikh Gurus into politics. The party demanded strict action against those responsible. Senior AAP…
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) As India and Qatar continue to broaden their bilateral relationship, Qatar’s participation as the Guest of Honour country at the New Delhi World Book Fair (NDWBF) beginning January 10 marks a significant step toward enhancing cross-cultural diplomacy. Qatar pavilion at NDWBF will present an immersive setting inspired by the richness…
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Thursday said people should be told the truth about what the previous government did or failed to do on pollution control over the past 11 years. He claimed that the current government has taken concrete steps within 11 months and delivered some of the…
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) Echoing the traditional guru-shishya parampara, Shri Ram Centre for Performing Arts is all set to revive the intimate “Mehfil Andaaz” with three evenings of music and dance as part of the Swami Tansen Haridas Mahotsav 2026, beginning Friday. From vocal recitals to Kathak performances, the stage at Shankar Lal Hall,…
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) BJP MLA Harish Khurana has written to the Delhi Assembly Speaker, seeking action against AAP MLA Jarnail Singh for alleged breach of privilege and contempt of the House. In his complaint, Khurana, who represents Moti Nagar, referred to a post shared on the social media platform X by Jarnail Singh…
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Mumbai Zonal Office, said on Thursday that it has arrested Prateek Kanakia, the CEO of ‘The Green Billions Limited’ (TGBL), in connection with a money-laundering case involving Rs 47.32 crore. The ED said Prateek Kanakia was arrested and produced before a Special PMLA Court, which remanded…
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Thursday continued hearing its suo motu proceedings on the stray dog menace, expanding the scope of deliberations to include ecological concerns after flagging the impact of feral dogs on rare wildlife in Ladakh. A Bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta and N.V. Anjaria heard extensive…
