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MLA Ram Bilas Meena Sparks Controversy Over VCR Action, Urges Residents to Check Illegal Collection

19Dec

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Politics, Rajasthan, State

MLA Ram Bilas Meena Sparks Controversy Over VCR Action, Urges Residents to Check Illegal Collection

Lalsot, Dausa: A major controversy has erupted in Lalsot, Dausa district, following a viral video of MLA Ram Bilas Meena addressing allegations of illegal collection under the guise of VCR (Voltage Check and Recovery) operations. The video has triggered intense political and administrative reactions. MLA Visits Village Following ComplaintsThe incident reportedly took place in Sisodia village, where residents accused the electricity department’s VCR team of collecting illegal fees under the pretext of checking electricity connections. On receiving complaints, MLA Ram Bilas Meena personally visited the village to interact with the residents. During this visit, a video captured him speaking strongly against the alleged malpractice. Viral Video Sparks OutrageIn the video, the MLA can be ...

US Arms Taiwan with $10 Billion Deal, Sends Strong Signal to China, Boosts Strategic Advantage for India

19Dec

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Nation

US Arms Taiwan with $10 Billion Deal, Sends Strong Signal to China, Boosts Strategic Advantage for India

In a move that has escalated tensions in the Indo-Pacific, the United States has announced a $10 billion arms package for Taiwan, including missiles, artillery, drones, and advanced military equipment. The announcement comes amid growing friction between Beijing and Washington over Taiwan’s status, with China claiming the island as its own territory. Strategic Significance for the Region and India The arms deal is not only aimed at strengthening Taiwan’s self-defense capabilities but also carries significant strategic implications for India. China’s claims over Arunachal Pradesh as “South Tibet” have led to frequent incursions in Indian territory. With Taiwan’s military capabilities bolstered, China could face pressure on a two-front scenario, limiting its ability to engage aggressiv...

Delhi High Court Grants Relief to Mahua Moitra, Quashes Lokpal Order in ‘Cash for Query’ Case

19Dec

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Delhi High Court Grants Relief to Mahua Moitra, Quashes Lokpal Order in ‘Cash for Query’ Case

In a significant legal development, the Delhi High Court on Friday granted major relief to Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra by setting aside the Lokpal’s order that had permitted the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to file a chargesheet against her in the much-discussed ‘cash for query’ case. The ruling has temporarily halted the criminal prosecution process against Moitra and sent the matter back to the Lokpal for fresh consideration. High Court Quashes Lokpal’s Sanction A division bench comprising Justice Anil Kshetarpal and Justice Harish Vaidhyanathan Shankar quashed the Lokpal’s order dated November 12, which had granted sanction to the CBI to file a chargesheet against the TMC leader. “The impugned order is set aside,” the bench said, directing the Lokpal to...

Political Storm Over Nehru Papers: Union Minister Gajendra Shekhawat Urges Sonia Gandhi to Return Historic Documents

19Dec

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Nation, Politics

Political Storm Over Nehru Papers: Union Minister Gajendra Shekhawat Urges Sonia Gandhi to Return Historic Documents

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 A major political controversy has erupted over documents linked to India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, with the Union Government demanding the return of what it calls a vital part of the nation’s documentary heritage. Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has publicly appealed to former Congress president Sonia Gandhi to return a large collection of Nehru-era documents taken from the Prime Ministers’ Museum and Library (PMML) in 2008. Documents Described as National Heritage Addressing the issue, Shekhawat stated that between 1971 and 1992, nearly four lakh documents related to Jawaharlal Nehru were handed over to PMML on nine different occasions for preservation, research, and public access. These documents, he st...

Light Moments After Winter Session: PM Modi and Priyanka Gandhi Share Laughter at Speaker’s Tea Meeting

19Dec

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Light Moments After Winter Session: PM Modi and Priyanka Gandhi Share Laughter at Speaker’s Tea Meeting

After the conclusion of Parliament’s Winter Session, a rare and refreshing scene unfolded in the corridors of Indian politics. Leaders from both the ruling alliance and the opposition came together in a cordial and relaxed atmosphere at a meeting convened by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were seen sharing hearty laughter. Tea, Talks and Togetherness The informal meeting was held at the Speaker’s Chamber following the adjournment of the Winter Session sine die on Friday. Unlike the often tense and noisy proceedings of the House, the gathering was marked by warmth, smiles and light-hearted conversations over tea. Prime Minister Modi attended the meeting along with Speaker Om Birla, Defence Minister Rajnath Si...

Indian Armed Forces End 450 Years of Portuguese Rule in Just 48 Hours: Tricolour Hoisted in Goa

19Dec

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Indian Armed Forces End 450 Years of Portuguese Rule in Just 48 Hours: Tricolour Hoisted in Goa

Goa Liberation Day, observed annually on December 19, commemorates one of the most decisive and resolute chapters in India’s post-Independence history. On this day in 1961, the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘Operation Vijay’, bringing an end to more than 450 years of Portuguese colonial rule and firmly integrating Goa into the Indian Union. Despite India gaining independence in 1947, Goa, Daman and Diu remained under Portuguese control for over a decade. Repeated diplomatic and peaceful efforts to resolve the issue failed, leaving the Government of India with no option but to take decisive military action to reclaim its sovereign territory. Operation Vijay: A Swift and Decisive Victory ‘Operation Vijay’ was executed with remarkable precision and coordination by the Indian Army, Nav...

Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Justice Revati P. Mohite Dere as Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court

19Dec

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Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Justice Revati P. Mohite Dere as Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of Justice Revati P. Mohite Dere, currently a senior judge of the Bombay High Court, as the Chief Justice of the Meghalaya High Court. The recommendation was made during the Collegium meeting held on December 18, underscoring her long-standing judicial experience and impactful contribution to Indian jurisprudence. Who is Justice Revati P. Mohite Dere? Born on April 17, 1965, in Pune, Justice Mohite Dere earned her LLB degree from Symbiosis Law College, Pune. She began her legal career practicing at the Bombay High Court and later served as a Public Prosecutor for the Government of Maharashtra. She was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court in 2013 and became a Permanent Judge in 2015. Notably, she has se...

Rajasthan City on Delhi’s Border Turns into a Gas Chamber: AQI Soars to 344, Breathing Becomes a Daily Struggle

19Dec

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Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan City on Delhi’s Border Turns into a Gas Chamber: AQI Soars to 344, Breathing Becomes a Daily Struggle

Bhiwadi, the industrial hub of Rajasthan located on the outskirts of Delhi-NCR, has once again plunged into a severe air pollution crisis, virtually turning into a gas chamber. According to data released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) touched 344 on Friday morning, placing the city firmly in the ‘Very Poor’ category. With Delhi and the entire NCR already under GRAP-4 restrictions, the deteriorating air quality has had a direct and alarming impact on public health in Bhiwadi. Residents are struggling to breathe, and hospitals are witnessing a sharp surge in patients suffering from respiratory distress. Hospitals Overwhelmed, Every Third Patient Has Breathing Issues Local health officials report that more than 1,000 patients are visiting h...

Only 300 Hours Away from a Peaceful Farewell, Crisis Strikes: The Story of Rajasthan’s Most Senior Bureaucrat

19Dec

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Rajasthan, State

Only 300 Hours Away from a Peaceful Farewell, Crisis Strikes: The Story of Rajasthan’s Most Senior Bureaucrat

Just days before the close of a distinguished administrative career, one of Rajasthan’s most experienced and senior IAS officers has found himself at the centre of a major controversy. Subodh Agrawal, a 1988-batch IAS officer and widely regarded as the seniormost bureaucrat in the state, was preparing to retire on December 31, 2025—with barely 300 hours left for a life of calm after decades of public service. Instead, his final days in service have been overshadowed by serious allegations linked to the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) scam. In a significant development, the Rajasthan government has granted permission to prosecute Subodh Agrawal and several other senior officials in connection with the alleged irregularities in the ambitious drinking water scheme. The timing of the decision—so c...

Is Nitish Kumar’s ‘Operation Homeopathic’ Underway? Power Struggle Between Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha and Bureaucracy Comes to the Fore

19Dec

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Bihar, Politics, State

Is Nitish Kumar’s ‘Operation Homeopathic’ Underway? Power Struggle Between Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha and Bureaucracy Comes to the Fore

The absence of Revenue and Land Reforms Department Principal Secretary C.K. Anil from a key government workshop has triggered intense political speculation in Bihar, bringing to light the simmering tension between Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha and the state bureaucracy. Political circles are now interpreting this episode as Chief Minister **Nitish Kumar’s subtle yet effective administrative check—often described as his “homeopathic treatment”—on assertive ministers. The controversy unfolded during the Land Reforms Public Welfare Workshop organised by the Revenue and Land Reforms Department at Gyan Bhavan, Patna. As the event progressed and Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha rose to address the gathering, the conspicuous absence of the department’s top bureaucrat ...