Amit Shah's Key Quotes on India's Constitution and Political Landscape
Union Home Minister Amit Shah recently made significant remarks regarding India’s Constitution, highlighting the democratic process of its adoption and emphasizing its deep connection with India's traditions. Shah stated that the Constitution was adopted after extensive feedback from the people, marking a democratic milestone in India’s history. Some of his key quotes touched upon the ongoing debates in Parliament about the Constitution, noting that they have served
Legal Experts Warn 'One Country One Election Bill' May Violate Federal Structure
On Tuesday, the Lok Sabha voted to introduce two bills aimed at amending the Constitution to allow simultaneous federal and state elections under the BJP’s One Nation One Election initiative. The bills passed with a simple majority—269 votes in favor and 198 against—but the opposition pointed out that the government failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority, required to amend the Constitution. Congress MPs, including Manickam Tagore and Shashi Tharoor, emph
Naga Babu’s Cabinet Appointment Delayed
Konidela Naga Babu, the well-known actor and politician, is set to join the Andhra Pradesh Cabinet under the NDA government, but his appointment process is expected to take longer than initially anticipated. Discussions between Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan have confirmed that Naga Babu will be appointed to the Cabinet, but the process will involve first nominating him to the Legislative Council (MLC). The MLC elections are scheduled for March next year, and Naga
BJP to Issue Notices to Absentee MPs Over ‘One Country One Election Bill’
In a significant political development, the BJP has decided to send notices to MPs who were absent in the Lok Sabha during the introduction of the government’s flagship One Country One Election Bill. Sources revealed that more than 20 BJP MPs were not present during the division of the house, even though the party had issued a three-line whip instructing all members to be present. Despite the absences, the government successfully passed the bills, which aim to amend t
LeBlanc Appointed Canada’s Finance Minister After Freeland Resigns
In a swift move following Chrystia Freeland’s resignation as Canada’s Finance Minister, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appointed long-time ally Dominic LeBlanc to the pivotal role. The 57-year-old LeBlanc, who previously served as Public Safety Minister, now faces the daunting task of managing Canada’s finances amidst a growing Can$62 billion deficit—far exceeding initial projections. The Canadian economy is also grappling with various challenges, including the looming
Judge Rejects Trump's Bid to Dismiss Hush Money Conviction
A New York judge recently denied US President-elect Donald Trump's request to have his conviction for covering up hush money payments to a porn star thrown out on the grounds of presidential immunity. Judge Juan Merchan ruled that the immunity typically granted to presidents for official actions does not apply to the conduct involved in this case, which he deemed as "unofficial." This ruling keeps Trump's felony conviction intact, despite his legal team's attempt to use
Gold Price Today: Rs 77,170 Amid Global Volatility
As of 6:50 a.m. today, gold prices stood at Rs 77,170 per 10 grams, according to the India Bullion Association. This represents a slight dip from the highs seen on Monday when prices had briefly climbed after falling from Rs 79,100 on Friday. The price of gold had reached its highest level for the month on December 11 before experiencing a drop of over Rs 1,000 on Monday. Compared to November's peak of Rs 78,060 on Nov. 23, the current price of gold reflects the ongoing volatility in the
Bitcoin Hits Record High on Trump’s Support and MicroStrategy Nasdaq Inclusion
Bitcoin reached an all-time high of $107,791, surpassing its previous peak from December 5, as optimism surrounding President-elect Donald Trump’s support for digital assets and MicroStrategy’s inclusion in the Nasdaq 100 Index fueled the rally. On Monday, Bitcoin surged more than 4.8%, reflecting growing market confidence. This positive momentum was amplified by MicroStrategy’s announcement that it had purchased an additional $1.5 billion in Bitcoin, further solidifying the
Chandrababu Naidu Reviews Polavaram Project, Targets 2026 Completion
On Monday, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu visited the Polavaram project in Eluru district to review its progress. During his inspection, he sought details from the officials overseeing the project. The officials informed him that more than Rs 1,200 crore would be needed for constructing the diaphragm wall and guide bund, crucial components of the project. Speaking to the media, CM Naidu highlighted that the government aims to finish the entire Polavaram project b
Telangana Assembly Adjourned After BRS MLAs Protest Over Tourism Policy
The Telangana Assembly was adjourned on Monday after BRS MLAs raised slogans and disrupted the debate on the Telangana State Tourism Policy. The debate, which resumed after a tea break, was halted when opposition members continued to protest against the Congress government. In response to the disruption, Legislative Affairs Minister D. Sridhar Babu criticized the BRS legislators for not adhering to the rules and traditions of the House. Speaker G. Prasad Kumar intervened, directing