'ASI protected monument not worship place': Congress MP Digvijay Singh calls HC Bhojshala verdict 'vague'

‘Decade of crises for world’: PM Modi warns ‘past achievements could be wiped away’ by Middle East war

Prime Minister Modi warned that ongoing global conflicts and instability risk undoing decades of development and plunging populations into poverty. Addressing the Indian diaspora in The Hague, he emphasized the critical need for resilient and trusted global supply chains, highlighting India's cooperation with the Netherlands in this area. He also celebrated the diaspora's cultural preservation and India's recent economic transformation.

A NOTAble warning for Congress in West Bengal

'Why this show off of independence?’: Supreme Court flags CEC appointment mechanism

The Supreme Court questioned the current selection process for Election Commissioners. It raised concerns about a cabinet minister being part of the panel. The court noted this could lead to a 2:1 majority favoring the Prime Minister. It suggested an independent process is crucial for upholding democracy and public confidence in the Election Commission's impartiality.

Dig at US? Jaishankar flags 'unilateral coercive steps, sanctions' at Brics amid Middle East crisis

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticized "unilateral coercive measures" and sanctions, stating they disproportionately harm developing nations and cannot replace diplomacy. He also voiced concern over the West Asia crisis, emphasizing the need for uninterrupted maritime traffic and a sustained ceasefire in Gaza, advocating for a two-state solution.

From evidence to action: The gaps in India’s maternal care

Assam cabinet clears draft UCC Bill, to be tabled in Assembly on May 26

Assam's cabinet has approved the Uniform Civil Code Bill, slated for introduction in the Assembly on May 26. This move aligns with the BJP's commitment to a common set of civil laws for marriage, divorce, and inheritance, aiming for legal uniformity across communities. The state government emphasises prioritising Assam's identity and development agenda while enacting this significant legislation.