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NDA’s third government is set to present its first budget on July 23 during the monsoon session, which begins on Monday and runs until August 12. Battle Lines by the Congress: Source: firstpost.com The Congress-led Opposition is preparing to challenge the BJP-led NDA government, calling for discussions on issues such as the alleged NEET scam, recent controversies involving UPSC exams, and the Uttar Pradesh government’s directive for shopkeepers to display their names along the Kanwar Yatra route. These topics are expected to be debated during the monsoon session starting on Monday. The NDA allies, including Janata Dal (United), voiced strong…

Kanwar Yatra: Proprietors in Muzaffarnagar Begin Placing Nameplates on Eateries, Shops, and Stalls Along the Route; JD(U), LJP, and RLD Condemn the Police Advisory as Unconstitutional and Divisive Understanding the Kanwar Yatra: Source: news9live The Kānvar Yātrā, also spelled Kānwar or Kāvaḍ, is a yearly pilgrimage undertaken by Shiva devotees known as Kānvarias (कावड़िया) or “Bhole” (भोले). These pilgrims travel to Hindu pilgrimage sites such as Haridwar, Gaumukh, and Gangotri in Uttarakhand, as well as Ajgaibinath and Sultanganj in Bhagalpur, Bihar, to collect holy water from the Ganges River.  Millions of pilgrims carry this sacred water on their shoulders for…

Udhayanidhi Stalin won the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency in the 2021 assembly elections. Who is Udhayanidhi Stalin? Source: dbsjeyaraj.com Udhayanidhi Stalin was born on November 27, 1977, he is an Indian film producer, politician, and actor with significant contributions to Tamil cinema. In December 2022, he was appointed Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development, as well as the Special Act Implementation Department of Tamil Nadu, by his father, M.K. Stalin, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Udhayanidhi serves as a legislator in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly for the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency. Udhayanidhi Stalin began his career in the film industry as…

Eknath Shinde recently introduced the ‘Ladki Bahin’ scheme, the Maharashtra government has now unveiled a new initiative called the “Ladka Bhau” program. About the “Ladki Bahin Yojana”: Source: mwcd.in The CM Eknath Shinde unveiled Maharashtra Mazi Ladki Bahin Yojna, in the state budget, which is designed to empower and support women across the state. This initiative emphasizes enhancing their education, health, and overall well-being to ensure their comprehensive development. The Maharashtra government has extended the application deadline from July 15 to August 31 for the newly introduced scheme. Women aged 21 to 65 from low socioeconomic backgrounds are eligible to…

Prakash Ambedkar insisted that Kunbi caste certificates issued without proper applications be revoked immediately. About Prakash Ambedkar: Source: brambedkar Prakash Yashwant Ambedkar, also known as Balasaheb Ambedkar, is an influential Indian politician, writer, and lawyer, born on May 10, 1954. As the president of the Vanchit Bahujan Aaghadi (VBA) party, he has been elected to the Indian Parliament three times, serving in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. He represented Akola, Maharashtra, in the 12th and 13th Lok Sabha. Prakash Ambedkar is the grandson of the renowned Indian politician Dr. B. R. Ambedkar and his wife Ramabai. His parents…

Chaggan Bhujbal’s visit came a day after subtly criticizing Pawar for the opposition’s absence from an all-party meeting on the Maratha quota issue. On Monday, July 15th, Maharashtra Minister Chaggan Bhujbal met with NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar at his residence in Mumbai, seeking Pawar’s intervention on the Maratha quota issue and addressing concerns raised by OBC leaders. Controversy Surrounding Maratha Quota and OBC Protests: Source: Mid-Day Activist Manoj Jarange has been advocating for the inclusion of the Maratha community under the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category for reservations. Recently, OBC activists conducted an agitation to secure assurances that their…

Following his visit with the victims, Assam Congress President Bhupen Kumar Borah stated that the floods have already claimed over 90 lives and left 30 lakh people in distress. On Monday, a delegation from the AICC (All India Congress Committee) and APCC (Assam Pradesh Congress Committee) toured the flood-affected regions of Morigaon district in Assam to interact with those affected by the deluge. After engaging with the victims, Assam Congress President Bhupen Kumar Borah stated, “The flood has claimed over 90 lives, and 30 lakh individuals are grappling with its devastating impact.” The government is neglecting its duties. During our…

Three BJP leaders, two from the NCP led by Ajit Pawar, and one from Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena faction emerged victorious in their elections. The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra, which includes Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena and the NCP of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar alongside the BJP, rebounded from a disappointing general election outcome by securing a significant victory in the MLC polls. The BJP put forward five candidates, among them Pankaja Munde, the daughter of the late senior leader Gopinath Munde. All five emerged victorious. The Shinde Sena and Ajit Pawar’s NCP each fielded two candidates,…

Arvind Kejriwal’s party is in trouble again: Source: Hindustan Times On Tuesday, a Delhi court acknowledged the charge sheet against the incarcerated CM Arvind Kejriwal (accused number 37) and the AAP (accused number 38), filed on May 17th. According to the Enforcement Directorate (ED), Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, his then deputy Manish Sisodia, and former AAP media in-charge Vijay Nair allegedly sought “additional” funds “beyond” ₹100 crore for election funding in Goa and Punjab. This claim is based on the statement of businessman P Sarath Reddy, who has turned approver in the case. The federal agency also claimed that…

What is Wimbledon? Source: The Economic Times The Wimbledon Championships, known as the oldest tennis tournament globally and esteemed as the most prestigious, have been held at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, London, since 1877. Matches are played on outdoor grass courts, with retractable roofs installed over the two main courts from 2019. Wimbledon is the most prestigious Grand Slam. It remains unique among these majors for being played on grass, the traditional surface of tennis. Additionally, Wimbledon is distinguished as the only Grand Slam with a night-time curfew, although matches can now extend until…