PoliticsVinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia declared on Monday that complainants will challenge the acquittal of former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Despite the court's dismissal of sexual harassment charges, the wrestlers remain defiant, insisting their long-standing legal battle against the powerful politician is far from over.
PoliticsEven with a commanding parliamentary majority, the ruling government must engage with opposition dissent to ensure legislative records accurately reflect national concerns, according to senior Congress MP Shashi Tharoor. Speaking on Monday, he argued that recording opposing views is essential for future judicial review and the health of democratic processes.
PoliticsTehran is currently engaged in no direct negotiations with Washington, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated on Monday. While the Iranian government is pursuing discussions with Oman regarding a temporary safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, officials insist that any local agreement remains insufficient to resolve broader maritime security concerns.
PoliticsVishwesh Negi, a 2002-batch Indian Foreign Service officer, will transition from his role as Joint Secretary at the Ministry of External Affairs to serve as India’s next ambassador to Tehran. His appointment arrives as New Delhi navigates a complex period of escalating maritime security concerns across West Asia.
PoliticsA clash at the residence of Independent MP Pappu Yadav has intensified the fallout from his controversial Parliament skit, where he mimicked a priest to highlight alleged Ram Mandir donation theft. While critics condemn the performance, Congress MP Jebi Mather insists his protest remains a legitimate expression of public concern.
PoliticsA violent confrontation at the home of Independent MP Pappu Yadav has triggered a sharp political rebuke, with senior Congress leader Pramod Tiwari defending the lawmaker’s right to express controversial views. The clash occurred during a press conference held by Yadav, who had recently faced backlash for a provocative skit regarding temple donations.
PoliticsAshok Kumar once viewed Narendra Modi as a benefactor, but the 25-year-old now leads protests at New Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. The catalyst for this shift is a systemic collapse of India's examination process, where frequent test leaks have shattered the aspirations of millions seeking a path to the middle class.
PoliticsCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge has demanded that the Union government address two contentious issues in Parliament: the use of force against protesters on July 20 and allegations of financial impropriety regarding donations made to the Shri Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, which remains under the Prime Minister's oversight.
PoliticsA shifting political landscape emerged in Monday's by-election counts, as Congress candidate Ghanshyam Singh edged past the BJP in Madhya Pradesh's Datia, while political strategist Prashant Kishor established a significant lead in the long-standing BJP stronghold of Bankipur, Bihar.
PoliticsSamajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav claims the recent FIRs against Rahul Gandhi and Pappu Yadav are calculated diversions. She argues the government is weaponizing legal action to stifle scrutiny over alleged corruption involving land deals and donation misappropriation at the Ram Janmabhoomi site in Ayodhya.
PoliticsA Ukrainian drone strike ignited a warehouse operated by Russian retail giant Wildberries in the Vladimir region on Monday, forcing an immediate evacuation of the facility. While emergency crews battled the flames, regional authorities confirmed the attack left two civilians with injuries, including a young man hospitalized with a head wound.
PoliticsMyanmar’s detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with an International Committee of the Red Cross representative in Naypyitaw on Monday, marking a rare public appearance. Government spokeswoman Khine Khine Soe released images of the meeting, providing a fleeting glimpse of the 81-year-old Nobel laureate after years of strictly controlled access.
PoliticsA confrontation at Purnea MP Pappu Yadav’s New Delhi residence has ignited a fierce debate over political tolerance, following his controversial parliamentary skit regarding Ram Mandir donations. Lawmakers have condemned the physical disruption of his press conference as a dangerous escalation against democratic dissent and freedom of expression.
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PoliticsAmidst the spiritual observances of the first Monday of Shravan, Bihar opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav visited the historic Harihar Nath temple in Sonepur to offer prayers. Seeking blessings for the state, the RJD leader emphasized his family’s long-standing connection to the deity while calling for improved administrative management for visiting devotees.
PoliticsWith four rounds of counting complete in the Bankipur Assembly by-election, Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor holds a 1,145-vote lead over BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar Sinha. The result in this traditional saffron stronghold represents the first direct electoral test for the prominent political strategist turned candidate.
PoliticsProtesting near the Parliament entrance, opposition leaders including Akhilesh Yadav and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra demanded accountability from Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Demonstrators brandished banners questioning his absence from the legislative session, signaling a deepening confrontation between the government and its critics over law enforcement conduct and alleged financial improprieties.
PoliticsConflict brewed in Parliament House on Monday as leaders of the Opposition INDIA bloc convened to finalize their floor strategy. With the Monsoon Session underway, the group prepared to challenge the government on high-stakes issues, specifically targeting alleged financial irregularities within the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
PoliticsSamajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav has accused the government of prioritizing narrative manipulation over governance, following the registration of FIRs against opposition leaders. The legal action stems from a July 31 protest within the Parliament complex, where MPs performed a skit alleging corruption in Ram Mandir donation collections.
PoliticsMyanmar’s detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with an International Committee of the Red Cross representative in Naypyitaw on Monday, according to government officials. The encounter, documented in four photographs, offers a rare glimpse of the 81-year-old Nobel laureate, whose health and location have remained largely obscured since 2021.
PoliticsA 1,184-vote margin for Ashutosh Tiwari in Madhya Pradesh signals a strong start for the BJP, while political strategist Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party has disrupted the traditional power structure in Bihar, securing a notable lead in the Bankipur constituency during the early counting of assembly by-election votes.
PoliticsDressed in saffron robes and clutching a photograph of Lord Ram, Purnea MP Pappu Yadav staged a provocative street-theater performance inside the Parliament complex on July 31. The skit, which depicted a temple priest pocketing donation money, triggered a sharp rebuke from BJP leader Dilip Ghosh, who condemned the act as an insult to Sanatan Dharma.
PoliticsShiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut dismissed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent claims of forgiving student protesters, asserting that the students never sought absolution and remain committed to their cause. Raut characterized the Prime Minister's social media commentary as a scripted narrative detached from the reality of the ongoing demonstrations.
PoliticsChants of "Chanda chor gaddi chhodh" rang out Monday outside the Uttar Pradesh Assembly as Samajwadi Party legislators launched a protest against the BJP government. The demonstration, timed with the Monsoon Session’s opening, targeted alleged embezzlement in Ram Mandir donations alongside failures in handling the NEET paper leak and resource shortages.
PoliticsAfter the third round of counting in the Bankipur Assembly by-election, Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has pulled ahead of BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar Sinha by 1,162 votes. The results, released by the Election Commission on Monday, signal an early challenge to the BJP in one of its traditional urban bastions.
PoliticsBJP lawmaker Sanjay Jaiswal has formally moved a breach of privilege notice against MP Pappu Yadav, accusing him of staging a provocative performance within the Parliament complex. Jaiswal alleges that Yadav’s July 31 display, which featured attire mocking Hindu religious figures, fundamentally undermined the dignity of the legislative institution.
PoliticsFour anonymous calls threatening his life arrived Monday morning, according to independent MP Rajesh Ranjan, better known as Pappu Yadav. The threats followed a violent confrontation at his residence during a press conference held to address his controversial skit regarding alleged embezzlement of donations intended for the Ram Mandir.
PoliticsOpposition lawmakers are set to gather at the Makar Dwar of Parliament on Monday, intensifying their demand for Union Home Minister Amit Shah to address recent police conduct during student demonstrations in New Delhi. The protest marks a fresh escalation as the Monsoon Session enters its eleventh day of gridlock.
PoliticsAs the curtain falls on the 2026 Commonwealth Games, India has secured a fourth-place finish with 39 medals, setting the stage for the country's turn as host for the centenary edition in 2030. The ceremonial handover in Glasgow marks a transition from competition to the upcoming challenge in Ahmedabad.
PoliticsReligious leaders in Haridwar have leveled sharp criticism against MPs Pappu Yadav and Awadhesh Prasad, labeling their recent parliamentary performance as a direct affront to the Sanatan Dharma. The backlash follows a skit where Yadav donned saffron robes, prompting warnings of nationwide unrest from prominent Akhara representatives.
PoliticsVoters in Datia, Bankipur, and Manjalpur await the outcome of high-stakes assembly bypolls as officials begin tabulating ballots today. While Madhya Pradesh’s Datia saw a robust 71.42 percent turnout, polling stations in Bihar and Gujarat remained quieter, with participation in Bankipur and Manjalpur stalling at 34.31 and 37.50 percent respectively.