On Savitribai Phule's death anniversary, Telangana Chief Minister, A. Revanth Reddy, has paid his respects to the renowned education reformer and women's rights activist. He acknowledged her immense contribution in the fight against social injustice and discrimination, especially towards women. Savitribai Phule's legacy remains a beacon of inspiration and guidance for those advocating for equal rights and education for all. CM Revanth Reddy's tribute serves as a reminder to continue striving towards a more inclusive and progressive society, in line with Savitribai Phule's vision and teachings.
The war of words between Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan intensified as Stalin slammed Pradhan for his remarks about the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) during a speech in Parliament. Pradhan's comments sparked a fresh political controversy and sharpened the divide between the Centre and Tamil Nadu over the National Education Policy (NEP) and the three-language policy. In response, Stalin demanded the release of Tamil Nadu's funds and accused Pradhan of speaking arrogantly and disrespecting Tamilians.
The constituency of Sarojini Nagar has been a closely watched race in the recent assembly elections. With the latest updates and news, the results are finally in. As the names of the winning candidates from various parties are listed, it becomes clear that this election has been a nail-biting one, keeping the voters on the edge of their seats. With the final vote count, the winning candidate and party have emerged, making history in the Sarojini Nagar Assembly.
Udayanraje Bhosale, MP and descendant of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has sparked controversy by calling for the demolition of Aurangzeb's tomb in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar. He argues that the Mughal emperor was a thief and a looter, and should not be glorified. Despite acknowledging the role of Muslims in Shivaji Maharaj's empire, he demands strict action against those who make derogatory statements against Indian icons. Meanwhile, the Liberal Party of Canada will elect a new leader, with Mark Carney currently leading the race.
Following a decisive victory in the Liberal Party's leadership election, Mark Carney has been elected as the new leader of Canada and is set to succeed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. However, his tenure may be short-lived with national elections expected by October 2025. In his victory speech, Carney addressed the audience in Ottawa, vowing to take a tough stance against US President Donald Trump and resist any attempts to exert control over Canada's resources, land, and economy.
The usually peaceful town of Mhow, situated near Indore, experienced chaos and violence as incidents of arson erupted, resulting in damaged vehicles. The situation was brought under control by the deployment of security forces, with the Collector assuring that order would be restored. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the unrest in Mhow.
One of the most contentious figures in Indian history, Aurangzeb has once again sparked fierce debate in Maharashtra after SP MLA Abu Azmi's remarks praising the Mughal emperor. This has reignited the long-standing tension between Maratha pride and Aurangzeb's legacy as a symbol of oppression and religious intolerance. From Jyotiba Phule and Vinayak Damodar Savarkar to Bal Thackeray and the Shiv Sena, Aurangzeb has been a polarising figure in Maharashtra politics, with his injustices and battles against the Marathas continuing to shape the state's identity.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini honored the birth anniversary of Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidas in New Delhi, by laying a floral tribute to his portrait at Haryana Bhawan. He acknowledged the relevance of Guru Ravidas's message of unity and brotherhood in today's world and highlighted the initiatives taken by the Haryana government to celebrate the birth anniversaries of esteemed saints and leaders. Chief Minister Saini also credited former CM Manohar Lal for fulfilling the teachings of Guru Ravidas through his government schemes and announced the construction of a memorial for the revered saint in Kurukshetra.
Former India cricketer and BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has shut down rumors of Rohit Sharma's retirement after the upcoming Champions Trophy final against New Zealand. Despite a dip in form, Ganguly believes there is no reason for talks of Rohit's retirement, especially after his recent World Cup win and consistent success as captain. Vice-captain Shubman Gill has also confirmed that Rohit has not discussed retirement and may consider it after the final.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has cautioned party workers in Gujarat to distance themselves from those who are aligned with the BJP. During his visit to Ahmedabad, Gandhi emphasized the need to identify and remove those who are disconnected from the public and the Congress ideology. He also hinted at a major overhaul of the state unit for the upcoming 2027 assembly elections and pledged a strong strategy to defeat the BJP. In his address, Gandhi drew a clear delineation between honest, public-serving leaders and those who are aligned with the BJP and lack respect for the people they represent.