The Supreme Court has refused to quash the FIR against Lalu Prasad in the land-for-jobs case. However, the court granted him exemption from appearing before the trial court and allowed him to raise the issue of sanction requirement during the trial.
Social activists, academics, and former civil servants have urged the government to publicly share draft bills on women’s reservation and delimitation for wider consultation. While wholeheartedly supporting women’s reservation, the group expressed concern over the “opaque and non-consultative manner” of their introduction in the upcoming special parliamentary session.
Sonia Gandhi has questioned the Modi government’s planned delimitation, arguing it must follow a census and be politically equitable. She emphasized that states pioneering family planning and smaller states should not be disadvantaged. Gandhi also called for an OBC sub-quota for women in reservation, highlighting the need for broader discussions before proceeding with such consequential
Twitch streamer and YouTuber Deshae Frost has responded to a resurfaced viral boat incident video allegedly showing him in a physical altercation with a woman. He denied slapping her, claiming he only pushed her after being hit and insulted, and called the clip misleading. Frost said the video lacks context and insisted the situation has
The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre and states on a PIL demanding a higher Minimum Support Price (MSP) for farmers to cover production costs and prevent suicides. Petitioners argue that current MSPs are insufficient, citing the M S Swaminathan Commission’s recommendations and the impact of free ration schemes on agricultural markets.
Ghulam Rasool Kumar, a 70-year-old tonga driver, has returned to Srinagar’s streets after a hiatus, becoming a nostalgic spectacle for tourists and locals alike. Despite facing disruptions due to a terrorist attack, he continues to offer rides, his horse-drawn cart a poignant reminder of the city’s past amidst modern traffic.
Environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk urged the Centre to resume dialogue on Ladakh’s key issues, expressing concern over a growing trust deficit. He highlighted that over two months have passed since the last talks, allowing divisive elements to exploit the gap. Wangchuk appealed to the Prime Minister and Home Minister to take timely measures for national interest.
