London, Jan 12 (IANS) The annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, continues to test the faith of millions of Muslims and the administrative capacity of governments. In India, the system of Hajj assistance has evolved into a model of inclusion and efficiency, ensuring equal access for pilgrims across diverse social and regional backgrounds.Khaleej Times reported that from the moment an Indian pilgrim submits an application to the final rites at Arafat, Mina, …
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Washington, Jan 12 (IANS) Instability in Bangladesh is a matter of concern for India, but is likely to be a passing phase, senior BJP leader Ram Madhav said, expressing hope that elections will restore accountability and help normalise bilateral ties.Speaking at an OFBJP interaction here, Madhav said Bangladesh was going through a difficult period following what he described as a street-level uprising that brought to power leaders without a democratic mandate.“They were never elected through a…
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 10 (IANS) CPI-M Kerala secretary M.V. Govindan on Saturday accused the media of misrepresenting the party’s stand against communalism in the wake of the controversy triggered by senior leader A.K. Balan’s remarks on the Marad riots.Govindan said criticism of communal forces was being deliberately portrayed as criticism against religion.He alleged that attacks on the RSS were being projected as attacks on Hinduism, while criticism of Jamaat-e-Islami was being portrayed…
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 8 (IANS) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the US over what he described as “an unprecedented assault on Venezuela’s sovereignty”, calling upon democratic forces across the world to raise their voices against what he termed American “imperialist aggression”.Speaking against the backdrop of escalating global tensions, Vijayan warned that the developments in Venezuela should be a matter of serious concern for people everywhere, as…
Deoghar/Dumka (Jharkhand), Jan 5 (IANS) Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India Gyanesh Kumar on Monday said that an accurate voter list is the strongest foundation of democracy and the inclusion of even a single non-citizen in the electoral roll is against the Constitution.Speaking to the media after interacting with Booth Level Officers (BLOs) in Deoghar and Dumka districts of Jharkhand, the CEC said the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has already been initiated in 12 st…
New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Under the dynamic and visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, development has reached the last mile, ensuring that welfare schemes directly empower beneficiaries and strengthen grassroots entrepreneurship, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, has said.This inclusive approach has transformed governance into a people-centric model that drives both social upliftment and economic growth, he said while addressing the 17th Central M…
Chennai, Jan 2 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Friday that India possesses the right to defend itself and will independently determine its response to any threats or acts of terrorism that endanger its citizens.“India will do whatever is required to defend itself,” he said at the inauguration of Shaastra 2026- IIT Madras Techno-Entertainment fest in Chennai.In a veiled attack on Pakistan, EAM Jaishankar said that persistent cross-border terrorism undermines goodwill and…
Mumbai, Jan 2 (IANS) The Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) President Harshvardhan Sapkal on Friday requested the State Election Commission to register a criminal case against State Legislative Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar for an alleged breach of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC).In a letter addressed to State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare, Sapkal accused the Assembly Speaker of using his constitutional position to intimidate Opposition candidates and utilising governm…
Chennai, Jan 2 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar, on Friday, challenged young minds at the IIT Madras to see India not just as a nation of the present, but as a civilisation shaping the global future. While addressing the students and faculty at IIT Madras on various subjects including democracy, diplomacy and India’s growing international role, his address painted a powerful picture of a country rooted in ancient wisdom yet confidently navigating modern global challenges.EAM …
Chennai, Dec 31 (IANS) The Communist Party of India (CPI) has called for an end to all forms of violence and urged nations to work collectively towards global peace, harmony, and social justice as the world prepares to welcome the New Year 2026.In a New Year message released on the occasion of the International New Year celebrations, CPI Tamil Nadu State Secretary M. Veerapandian extended warm greetings to people across the globe and appealed for unity, peace, and democratic values to prevail in…