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.
PoliticsEight people are confirmed dead and eight remain missing following a relentless deluge across Kerala that has triggered landslides and forced thousands into emergency shelters. As water levels rise, Chief Minister VD Satheesan has convened an urgent virtual summit with district collectors to coordinate a state-wide response to the unfolding crisis.
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PoliticsCongress Rajya Sabha MP Randeep Singh Surjewala has submitted a formal notice under Rule 267 to suspend parliamentary business, demanding an urgent debate into allegations of financial mismanagement and the theft of donations linked to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
PoliticsCongress Rajya Sabha member Renuka Chowdhury has filed an Adjournment Motion demanding an immediate parliamentary debate on the financial integrity of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Her notice calls for a suspension of regular business to address growing public anxiety regarding the institution’s accounting standards and overall regulatory oversight.
PoliticsDelhi police have detained one suspect, Sumit Sharma, following an alleged knife assault on Independent MP Rajesh Ranjan, better known as Pappu Yadav, at his official residence. The incident occurred amid escalating tensions over a controversial skit performed by opposition lawmakers regarding Ram Temple donation funds.
PoliticsCongress MP Manish Tewari has filed an adjournment motion in the Lok Sabha demanding an immediate debate on a new anti-defection law. He argues the current framework fails to address mass floor-crossing driven by opportunism, calling for a system that suppresses mercenary switching while safeguarding the right to principled dissent.
PoliticsPoll strategist turned candidate Prashant Kishor opened his electoral debut with an 862-vote lead over BJP rival Neeraj Kumar Sinha in the Bankipur Assembly bypoll. Election Commission data from the first round places Kishor at 2,225 votes, challenging a constituency long held as a reliable stronghold for the Bharatiya Janata Party.
PoliticsTaiwan’s Defence Minister Wellington Koo signaled a deepening of military ties with the U.S. Pacific Command, suggesting the level of strategic cooperation between Taipei and Washington far exceeds public perception. The move aims to fortify the island’s defensive readiness amid persistent military pressure from Beijing across the Taiwan Strait.
PoliticsFrom the release of new ransom notes in a high-profile Arizona abduction case to a hit-and-run involving a sitting congresswoman, a series of urgent developments is unfolding across the United States. Meanwhile, massive wildfires in Washington state and a contentious Cabinet nomination are commanding immediate federal and local attention.
PoliticsDonald Trump confirmed negotiations with Iran will commence Monday afternoon, yet the U.S. president pointedly refused to establish a deadline for a final agreement. This diplomatic overture follows his decision to cancel an imminent military strike, aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and curbing Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
PoliticsU.S. Senator Bernie Moreno broke his silence on Sunday to demand that fellow Ohio Republican Max Miller resign from Congress. Moreno, whose daughter Emily was previously married to Miller, alleged a pattern of abuse, describing the congressman as a threat to his family and unfit for public office.
PoliticsA relentless barrage of Ukrainian drone strikes claimed at least eight lives across Russia overnight, hitting residential zones and logistical arteries. The assault, which reached as far as the Samara region, targeted a Wildberries warehouse while igniting fires at key oil and military facilities in Saratov and Engels.
PoliticsA thirteen-year-old girl died Sunday after a Ukrainian drone struck near a playground in the Russian border village of Printsevka. The blast injured two other children, aged seven and nine, who remain under medical care, according to acting regional governor Alexander Shavayev, who confirmed the casualties via Telegram.
PoliticsFive more bodies were pulled from the North African coast on Sunday, pushing the confirmed death toll to 72 following an unprecedented surge of 50,000 migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. The crossing, fueled by economic desperation and social media rumors, has sparked a diplomatic rift and a regional security crisis.
PoliticsA 24-year-old gunman who killed three people and wounded seven others in Twin Falls, Idaho, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, local authorities confirmed Sunday. Police Chief Matthew Hicks reported that the assailant, Chad Williams, acted alone during the weekend attack, ending the immediate threat to the community.
PoliticsEleven people perished at sea while thousands surged toward the Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla this weekend, a tragedy Morocco’s Interior Ministry attributes to a dangerous confluence of digital misinformation, organized human trafficking, and widespread confusion regarding Spanish maritime policies on migrant returns.
PoliticsEighteen Palestinians died in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on Sunday, marking the deadliest day in weeks. The violence persists despite recent U.S.-led diplomatic efforts to implement a ceasefire, casting doubt on a roadmap that requires Hamas to disarm while the Israeli government signals no immediate intent to halt military operations.
PoliticsA suicide bomber detonated explosives outside a police station in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Sunday, killing 14 people and wounding at least 18 others. The attack struck the Kabal area of Swat as local residents gathered nearby for a pro-police rally, raising concerns about escalating regional instability.
PoliticsPresident Donald Trump has stalled plans for a fresh strike against Iran, conditioning the reprieve on a swift agreement to curb Tehran’s nuclear ambitions and restore traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The pause follows an appeal from regional partners seeking a diplomatic off-ramp to the escalating energy crisis.
PoliticsU.S. Senator Bernie Moreno broke his public silence Sunday to declare his former son-in-law, Representative Max Miller, a danger to his family. Moreno, an Ohio Republican, stated that Miller’s alleged pattern of abuse disqualifies him from holding elected office, marking a sharp escalation in their personal and political feud.
PoliticsThe village of Lajinge in Nigeria’s northwestern Sokoto state turned into a site of violence Saturday night as armed attackers stormed the settlement, killing at least 12 people and abducting an unknown number of women and children during a four-hour assault that left families trapped in burning homes.