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'Destroying democracy': Rahul Gandhi attacks PM over Delhi protest crackdown
Rahul Gandhi, during his youth outreach initiative in Chennai, accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of attacking democracy. He claimed Modi is silencing criticism and accused him of 'vote chori'. Gandhi also expressed concern over the imposition of Hindi in Tamil Nadu and the effects of the New Education Policy. He stated that questioning is fundamental to progress, which Modi and Shah are undermining.
AAP and DMK must set aside their differences with Congress to fight against 'dictatorship': Shiv Sena (UBT)
Shiv Sena (UBT) criticized AAP and DMK for not joining the protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The party encouraged both parties to overcome differences with Congress to combat what they see as dictatorship. AAP's leader Arvind Kejriwal has previously faced challenges from the central government during his tenure as Delhi's chief minister.
Govt to talk to farmer groups before proceeding with proposed new seed bill
The government is set to engage with farmer organizations regarding a forthcoming seed bill aimed at curtailing the distribution of counterfeit and low-quality seeds. Anticipated provisions include tougher penalties and enhanced quality control measures, designed to safeguard farmers against potential crop failures and economic setbacks. This consultation constitutes the last opportunity for stakeholders to weigh in before the legislation is presented to Parliament.
High drama in Tamil Nadu Assembly: Governor RN Ravi skips address, cites disrespect for Constitution by DMK govt
Governor R N Ravi did not deliver his customary address on Day 1 of the Tamil Nadu Assembly session in 2025. The National Anthem was not sung, only the Tamil Tai Vazhdu was played. The Governor left the assembly in protest. The session saw protests from various political parties regarding different issues.
Protesting Tamil Nadu farmers try climbing mobile tower in Delhi's Jantar Mantar
Protesting farmers said around 100 farmers from Tamil Nadu participated in the demonstration. The farmers said they are demanding a doubling of their income from farm produce, a pension of Rs 5,000, individual insurance, and interlinking of all rivers in India.
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Sanatan Dharma Row: Hindu saints stage protest in Delhi, torch effigies of Udhayanidhi and other leaders
Hindu saints staged a protest against Udhayanidhi Stalin, a DMK leader, over his remarks about Sanatan Dharma. They burnt effigies of Stalin and other leaders near Tamil Nadu Bhawan in Delhi. The protesters demanded an apology from Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin for his son's actions and called for political leaders to refrain from making statements against Sanatan Dharma.
Sanatan Dharma Row: BJP leaders submit 'protest letter' against Udhayanidhi Stalin in Delhi
Leaders of the Delhi BJP unit on Monday submitted a "protest letter" at the Tamil Nadu Bhawan against DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin for his remarks against 'Sanatan Dharma'. Tamil Nadu Youth Welfare Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin alleged that 'Sanatan Dharma' is against equality and social justice, and that it should be eradicated.
Sengol symbol of transfer of power, but was kept as walking stick at Anand Bhawan: PM Narendra Modi
Modi said "your sevak" and the government have brought the Sengol out of Anand Bhawan in Prayagraj. Anand Bhawan was the residence of the Nehru family and has been converted into a museum. Sengol holds significance not only because it was a sacred symbol of power transfer in 1947, it is also significant as it connected the glorious traditions of pre-colonial India to the future of independent India, Modi said.
Karnataka CM Yediyurappa meets PM Modi amid speculations about leadership change in state
After a short 20-minute meeting, the CM told reporters at the Karnataka Bhawan here that they discussed only the pending state works including the Mekedatu dam project over the Cauvery river.
Anti-CAA: Group protests in Delhi over Chennai police incident; detained
A group of people, including students of Jamia Millia Islamia, held a protest near the Tamil Nadu House here on Saturday over the alleged lathicharge by the Chennai police on anti-CAA demonstrators. The protesters were detained midway as they tried to march towards the Tamil Nadu House in Chanakyapuri, police said.
Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan invited for PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony
The ceremony will be held at the Rashtrapati Bhawan at 7 pm on Thursday.
Election Commission to deploy more special expenditure observers, 120 sensitive seats identified
The maximum number of election expenditure observers are drawn from the Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax), while others belong to the IRS (Indirect Taxes and Customs).
Tax evasion probe: I-T department raids 74 locations in Tamil Nadu
The premises of Saravana group business owner Yogirathinam Pondurai are also being covered as part of the action, they said.
Air India waives charges for carrying relief material for cyclone Gaja victims
Cyclone Gaja crossed the Tamil Nadu coast between Nagapattinam and Vedaranyam on November 16, leaving more than 60 people dead and causing widespread damage.
Assam likely to start Aadhaar enrolment by end of this year
Sonowal said that the Aadhaar crads would benefit students going to study in states where Aadhaar is mandatory for admission into educational institutions.
Justice C S Karnan to observe hunger strikes in four cities
"Justice Karnan has decided to hold hunger strike at New Delhi in front of the Rashtrapati Bhawan or at Ramlila Maidan depending on the permission granted for the same," Justice Karnan's counsel W Peter Ramesh Kumar said.
P Chidambaram, Piyush Goyal files nomination for Rajya Sabha from Maharashtra
Chidambaram, 70, did not contest the 2014 Lok Sabha polls and his son Karti had unsuccessfully fought from his native Sivaganga constituency in Tamil Nadu.
Chidambaram to file RS nomination papers tomorrow
Congress and NCP candidates for the state Legislative Council elections too will file papers tomorrow, Sawant said.
Rajeev Nayan Choubey takes over as new Civil Aviation Secretary
He is the third Civil Aviation Secretary at Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan after the formation of the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre in May last year.
Invite to neighbours celebration of democracy: BJP
BJP on Thursday rejected objections in some quarters to the invitation extended to Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa for Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony.
Arun Jaitley questions Jayalalithaa's decision; says relief to Rajiv Gandhi's assassins is unconscionable
Calling the TN govt's attempt to release assassins of Rajiv Gandhi a case of 'misconceived compassion', Jaitley said it is unconscionable.
Students protests continue over Sri Lankan Tamils issue
Over 500 college students were arrested here for attempting to picket the Raj Bhawan even as they continued their protests.
Jayalalithaa walks out of NDC meet, accuses Centre of stifling voices of CMs
Sources said each Chief Minister was alloted 10 minutes and was forewarned. Jayalalithaa had come to Page 10 out of her 28-page speech when the bell rang.
Raja equated spectrum grant with ration distribution: Witness Aseervartham Achary
Aseervartham Achary said Raja used to explain FCFS method in grant of UASL to DoT by comparing a parallel with the queue before government ration shops.
Jayalalithaa seeks curbs on Lanka for 'war crimes'
Her wish list of projects and welfare schemes are part of political exercises that regional leaders engage in with UP chief minister Mayawati having also previously put forward a Rs 80,000 crore demand.
Jayalalithaa calls Chidambaram's win in 2009 a fraud
TN Chief Minister Jayalalithaa tore into Union Home Minister Chidambaram, claiming that his election victory in 2009 was secured by fraudulent means.
CBI set to quiz Kanimozhi this week
Interrogation emboldens AIADMK chief Jayalalitha to unleash a frontal attack on CM Karunanidhi & alliance led by him.
No major shake-up likely in bureaucratic set-up
While a major gubernatorial shakeup is in the offing, the prime minister is, barring stray changes, unlikely to tamper with the bureaucratic set-up.
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