The recent sengol controversy surrounding a golden scepter gifted to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru as a symbol of power during the transfer of power in 1947 has sparked heated debates and discussions. However, it has been revealed that even the Prime Minister's Office was unaware of the sengol until 2021. Controversy was triggered when a Samajwadi Party MP urged for its removal from the Parliament building, stating that it represented monarchy. However, editor of The Hindu, N. Ram, has pointed out that the historical sources cited by the government were questionable and that there is no evidence of any ceremony involving the sengol in 1947.
The Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's fourth term swearing-in ceremony was a star-studded affair as Telugu superstar and politician Pawan Kalyan also took the oath as a minister. The event saw the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers, and other senior BJP leaders, along with several cinema icons such as Konidela Chiranjeevi, Rajinikanth, Nandamuri Balakrishna, and Ram Charan. The moment of the day captured the warm welcome of Chiranjeevi by Balakrishna, as well as a photograph of PM Modi with Kalyan, Chiranjeevi, and other leaders, which went viral on social media.
As Jr NTR turns 41, the RRR actor's popularity continues to soar, thanks to his approachable demeanor and versatile talents. From being a trained Kuchipudi dancer to a gifted singer, Jr NTR's journey in the entertainment industry has been impressive. With a special bond with director SS Rajamouli and an award-winning role in the movie RRR, Jr NTR has solidified his position as the 'Man of Masses' in the Telugu film industry.
Rahul Gandhi has accepted the invitation for a public debate with Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The invitation was sent by former Supreme Court judge Madan B Lokur, former High Court Chief Justice AP Shah, and senior journalist N Ram. Gandhi expressed that the citizens would benefit by hearing directly from their leaders and either himself or Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge would participate in the debate. However, the format and details of the debate will be decided if and when PM Modi agrees to participate.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has responded positively to a letter by former Supreme Court judge Madan Lokur, former Delhi High Court Chief Justice Ajit Prakash Shah, and senior journalist N Ram, inviting him and PM Narendra Modi to participate in a public debate on the Lok Sabha elections. In his response, Gandhi stated that he and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge would be pleased to participate and has asked for confirmation from the PM. The letter from the judges and journalist emphasized the need for a non-partisan and non-commercial platform for voters to hear directly from their political leaders, calling it critical for strengthening the democratic process.
Prominent personalities including Madan B Lokur, AP Shah, and N Ram have extended a public debate invitation to PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha election. Emphasizing on the need for a non-partisan and non-commercial platform, they stated that the public has only heard challenges and allegations, not "meaningful responses" from the leaders. The letter, shared on N Ram's social media, believes that such a debate would not only educate the public but also project a true image of a healthy and vibrant democracy in the digital age of misinformation and manipulation.