The BJP-led central government has declared June 25 as 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas' to commemorate the imposition of the Emergency by the Congress-led government in 1975. Home Minister Amit Shah shared a gazette order by PM Modi, stating that the day will honor the struggles of those who endured the inhuman pains of the Emergency. The decision also aims to reaffirm the commitment of the people of India to never support such gross abuse of power in the future. PM Modi also emphasized that the day serves as a reminder of the consequences when the Constitution is trampled over.
"Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas": Commemorating the Dark Days of Emergency
On June 25th, India will mark "Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas" (Constitution Murder Day) to commemorate the imposition of the Emergency in 1975 by the Indira Gandhi-led Congress government.
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Under the leadership of NSUI National President Shri Varun Choudhary, NSUI has made a comeback in Delhi University politics after a seven-year hiatus. NSUI's candidate Ronak Khatri has been elected as DUSU President, while Lokesh Choudhary has secured the Joint Secretary position. The results were delayed due to a court directive, with a total of twenty-one candidates competing for four central panel positions. The main contenders in the election were ABVP, NSUI, and the Left Alliance.
The Union Cabinet has approved several key projects covering various sectors like agriculture, energy, railway, and infrastructure among others. Details of the approved projects were shared with the media by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw after the Cabinet meeting. These decisions will have a significant impact on the country's development and progress in the coming years.
In a big decision, the Union Cabinet has approved the launch of National Mission on Natural Farming with a total outlay of Rs 2481 crore. The mission, which aims to promote natural farming in a mission mode across the country, will reduce input costs for farmers and promote biodiversity. This decision reflects the government's commitment to the welfare of farmers and sustainable agricultural practices.
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After nearly a decade of domination by the RSS-affiliated ABVP, the Congress-backed NSUI has made a remarkable comeback in the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections. The NSUI has bagged two of the central posts including the President's position, while ABVP secured two other seats. The delay in the announcement of results due to a court order added anticipation and excitement to the election results, which saw celebrations and cheering among the winning party's members.
Prominent Haryana politician Captain Ajay Singh Yadav has resigned from the Congress party, expressing discontent with the leadership after Sonia Gandhi stepped down as party president. Yadav, who comes from a family with a long history of association with Congress, announced his decision on social media and stated that he will share his experiences of being mistreated by certain leaders in the party. His resignation comes as the third prominent exit from the party in Haryana over the past two years.
After the Kerala HC issued a directive to launch a Crime Branch investigation against Fisheries, Culture, and Youth Affairs Minister Saji Cherian, the CPM party has decided that Cherian does not need to resign. The party's state secretariat meeting concluded that Cherian had already resigned in 2022 on ethical grounds related to the case at hand. The CPM will also seek further legal counsel and stands by the court's decision to entrust the investigation to the state police rather than the CBI.
History was created at Delhi University as NSUI candidate Rounak Khatri was elected as the President of DUSU, breaking ABVP's 7-year winning streak. In a close race, NSUI also secured the post of Joint Secretary, while ABVP took the other two positions. NSUI's National President Varun Choudhary expressed gratitude to the students for their support and proclaimed that "mohabbat ki dukaan," or the store of love, has now opened at Delhi University.
After facing a delay due to a court order, the results of Delhi University's Student Union (DUSU) elections have finally been announced. In a close competition between the two major parties, NSUI has emerged victorious in the President and Joint Secretary positions, while ABVP has managed to secure Vice President and Secretary positions. This marks a revival of NSUI's presence in the influential student body after seven years, signaling a possible shift in the political landscape of DU.
As India celebrates the 75th anniversary of the adoption of its Constitution on November 26, top leaders including President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar will address the nation at a special event. The Prime Minister will not be addressing the event, instead a commemorative coin and stamp will be released. However, the Opposition has raised objections over their leader Rahul Gandhi not being invited to speak at the event. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has dismissed these claims, stating that arrangements have been made for the Leader of Opposition in both houses of parliament to be present on the dias.