Even as BMC, railways face ire for goof-ups, mid-day visits family of the 36-year-old woman who lost her life in bridge collapse... [Read More]
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10 November,2023 08:49 PM ISTThere`s a lot of buzz going around in India due to the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections. Political parties are busy doing full fledged campaigns thereby trying each and every possible way to win the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Amid the ongoing buzz, we thought to know what the general public in Mumbai thinks about the election. So, we asked a few Mumbaikars a few questions on the upcoming Elections 2024. These questions include who they want to see as their leader in the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections, did the current government fulfill its promises, will Ram Mandir formation help BJP win again for the third time and what are their expectations from the winning party. Watch video to know the public`s opinion on upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024. ... [Read More]
14 March,2024 02:01 PM ISTThe Hindu side lawyer Vishnu Jain has claimed that attempts are being made to stop Puja despite the Court’s order. Advocate Jain has said that there are continuous attempts made by the members of the Muslim community, who are going to offer ‘namaz’, to ‘demolish’ the cellar. Vishnu Shankar Jain said, “There is a very important thing that has developed in Gyanvapi after the order passed by the district judge of Varanasi on January 31, 2024. After that order, it has so happened that there are continuous attempts made by the members of the Muslim community who are going to offer `namaz` there every day. They are coming in large numbers over the set cellar so that the roof can be demolished and in turn, the `pooja` can be stopped. ... [Read More]
05 March,2024 12:10 PM ISTAllahabad High Court on 26th of February dismissed Muslim side’s plea. Harishankar Jain, a lawyer representing the Hindu side, welcomed the recent Allahabad High Court`s order to allow Hindu prayers in a cellar of the Gyanvapi mosque. This is a big win for Hindu side in Gyanvapi case. The plea challenged the order permitting Hindu parties to offer puja in ‘Vyas Tehkhana’ of Gyanvapi Complex. The High Court’s decision will allow Hindus to continue the puja in ‘Vyas Tehkhana’ of Gyanvapi Complex. Notably, the complex has 4 ‘Tahkhanas’ in the basement, of which one is still in possession of the Vyas family.... [Read More]
26 February,2024 04:34 PM ISTIn a big win for the Hindu side in the Gyanvapi case, the Varanasi district court allowed to offer prayers inside the sealed basement of Gyanvapi Mosque. The court ordered that the barricades in the basement have to be removed in seven days and puja is allowed in ‘Vyas ka Taykhana’. The mosque is located next to the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi and Hindu litigants in the district court had sought the survey to determine whether a temple existed at the same spot earlier which was proved in the recent survey. The survey of the Gyanvapi mosque premises began after the Allahabad High Court rejected the petition filed by Muslim litigants seeking a stay on the Varanasi court`s order for a scientific survey by the ASI. Further details are awaited on the case.... [Read More]
31 January,2024 05:46 PM ISTThe Gyanvapi row took fresh turn after ASI report was made public on Jan 24 on direction of Varanasi district court. Hindu side Advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain on Jan 25 claimed existence of Hindu Temple prior to construction of the existing structure. He cited ASI’s “conclusive finding” in the report which brought about elation amongst the Hindu side petitioner and lawyers. Meanwhile, Jain on January 29 filled an application in SC demanding withdrawal of stay order on survey given on 19 May 2023. He said ASI should be allowed to conduct a study and feature study of the `Wazukhana` area.... [Read More]
30 January,2024 11:16 AM ISTIndian Army soldiers exhibited unwavering dedication and bravery in harsh winters while carrying out operations and surveillance in the Gurez Sector along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. Despite facing the formidable challenges of freezing temperatures and rugged terrain, these soldiers selflessly serve the nation. The soldiers employ HR-Bino, Telescopic Daylight Sight, 5.56 MM INSAS Rif Passive in Sight, and advanced drones Insight technology. This cutting-edge equipment enables them to overcome significant challenges posed by adverse weather conditions and difficult landscapes. Residing in bunkers along the LoC, these soldiers exhibit unwavering resilience and fortitude, enduring the hardships associated with constant threats of hostilities.... [Read More]
27 January,2024 09:18 PM ISTThe Varanasi district Court on Wednesday asked that the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) report be made public today and the hard copy be provided to both sides in relation to the Gyanvapi Mosque case. Earlier on January 16, the Supreme Court allowed an application of Hindu women petitioners seeking direction for cleaning the entire area of `Wazukhana` of Gyanvapi mosque where the alleged `Shivling` was found and maintaining hygienic condition. A bench of Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra said the area of `Wazukhana` shall be cleaned under the supervision of district administration Varanasi, having regard to the previous orders of the apex court.... [Read More]
25 January,2024 12:04 PM ISTTelangana Exit Polls: After the exit poll projection showed Congress leading the race to form government in Telangana, state Congress president Revanth Reddy on November 30 said that it is the victory of people of Telangana. Revanth Reddy said, “Congress is going to get landslide victory this time and the same thing is reflected in the exit polls. We are going to get over 80 seats...There is a screening committee, a selection committee and then the CWC has to take a call (for CM). In Congress, there is a process for everything. Being the PCC president, I will have to obey every order from the high command.” “This election was not Congress vs BRS. 4 crore people were against BRS. This is the victory of the people of Telangana.... [Read More]
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