Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the alleged attack on the residence of Trinamool Congress (TMC) National General Secretary and MP Abhishek Banerjee. She strongly questioned the BJP’s conduct, asserting that no one should be allowed to act with impunity or escape accountability for such attacks. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the central government and the BJP, questioning who had given them the authority to carry out such attacks. She asked whether democracy and the Constitution had…
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Minister Rajbhar Says, “If I Have Been Given a Position, I Will Use My Power Too”
Lucknow: Uncertainty is growing over the Panchayat elections in Uttar Pradesh. While the Allahabad High Court has directed that the elections be held within three months, the Panchayati Raj Department has submitted a proposal to the state government seeking a six-month extension of the tenure of village heads serving as administrators. The current administrators’ six-month tenure is scheduled to end on November 24. Meanwhile, a statement by Panchayati Raj Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar has sparked fresh controversy in political circles. Addressing a public gathering, Panchayati Raj Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar…
UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Extends Diwali Greetings to People Worldwide; A Message of Peace, Hope, and Prosperity from the Ruler
Dubai: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, extended heartfelt greetings to people around the world celebrating Diwali, the festival symbolizing light, happiness, and prosperity. He shared his message wishing those celebrating Diwali in the UAE and various parts of the world a life filled with peace, hope, joy, and abundance. On Saturday, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum conveyed his Diwali greetings through the social media platform X. In his message, he emphasized the festival of lights as…
Making a Lasting Impact Together: AAPI is Transforming Healthcare, Education, and Advocacy
The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI), representing more than 120,000 physicians, medical students, residents, and fellows of Indian origin in the United States, has evolved into one of the most influential physician organizations in the world. Today, AAPI’s impact extends far beyond medicine, encompassing healthcare innovation, global health partnerships, youth empowerment, community service, and legislative advocacy. According to AAPI, physicians of Indian origin care for an estimated 50 million Americans, and approximately one in seven patients in the United States is treated by an Indian-origin physician. “For…
‘Rahul and Mamata Want to Keep Infiltrators in India’: Suvendu Adhikari’s Remarks Intensify Political Tensions
Kolkata: West Bengal’s Leader of the Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari, on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the INDIA alliance over a rally held in Delhi a few days earlier to protest alleged electoral irregularities. Speaking to reporters at Bagdogra Airport, Adhikari accused senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of joining hands to protect illegal immigrants residing in the country. Responding to questions from reporters at Bagdogra Airport, the senior BJP leader claimed that while the central government and the Election Commission were making concerted…
Rahul Gandhi Is PM in Mock Parliament, but Modi Leads the Real Parliament: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a scathing political attack on senior Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi. In a sarcastic remark, Sarma claimed that Sonia Gandhi had been trying for years to make her son, Rahul Gandhi, the Prime Minister of India and had explored various means to achieve that goal. According to Sarma, when all these efforts failed, Congress leaders organized a “mock Parliament” (symbolic Parliament) on the lawn of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence and symbolically declared Rahul…
Row Over 30 Million Alleged Infiltrators Intensifies; Congress Demands Evidence and Official Documents
New Delhi: A major political controversy has erupted over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks concerning illegal immigration and infiltration into India, particularly his claim that there are approximately 30 million (three crore) Bangladeshi infiltrators in the country. The statement has triggered a heated exchange of accusations and counteraccusations between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and opposition parties. While BJP leaders have accused opposition parties of protecting illegal immigrants for political gains, senior leaders of the Congress and Samajwadi Party have questioned the Home Minister’s claim and demanded concrete…
Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh Announces Major Change: Voter ID to Take Priority in Panchayati Raj Welfare Schemes
New Delhi: The Central Government is reportedly preparing a new framework to make the Voter ID card, also known as the Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC), the primary document for verifying beneficiaries under upcoming welfare schemes associated with the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, replacing Aadhaar as the principal means of identification. Union Minister for Panchayati Raj Rajiv Ranjan Singh, popularly known as Lallan Singh, announced the proposed change on Tuesday. According to the Minister, Aadhaar would no longer serve as the primary means of identifying beneficiaries for certain government welfare…
Indian-Americans Community at the Crossroads of Representation, Policy, and Identity
The 2026 U.S. midterm elections mark a historic moment for the Indian-American community. From gubernatorial and mayoral races to congressional contests and state legislatures, Indian-Americans are seeking public office in record numbers, reflecting the growing political influence of one of America’s fastest-growing and most successful immigrant communities. According to reports, there are at least 57 Indian-American candidates are on ballots across the United States this election cycle, contesting positions at federal, state, and local levels. Their presence underscores a remarkable transformation from a community once primarily focused on economic mobility…
After Hindu protest, global fashion brand Zara apologizes & renames its cow leather yoga mat
Zara, one of the world’s biggest and most influential international fashion retailers, owned by Spanish fashion group Inditex, has apologized and renamed its cow leather yoga mat; which protesting Hindus called “highly inappropriate”. Inditex Communication & Corporate Affairs, in an email to distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, who spearheaded the protest, wrote: “We apologize for the misunderstanding. This was certainly not our intention. At Zara and Inditex, we are committed to treating all people, beliefs and cultures with respect.” This mat made from cow leather, priced at $399, which was…
