In the latest development that has shaken political circles, an MP of Janata Dal United (JDU) was caught napping in the camera during a very crucial parliamentary session. This act, now popularly known as the “40 Winks” controversy, has become one huge topic for discussion and debate. The video, which went viral in no time on social media, has not only embarrassed the MP but also shined unwarranted limelight on the JD. The paper looks into the background behind the incident, its immediate repercussions, and the broader implications for the party. Background: The ’40 Winks’ Incident The controversial footage shows…
Author: Tarushi.Sharma
Probably for the first time, the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly witnessed a dramatic and unprecedented episode when marshals of the Assembly forcefully ejected 18 BJP MLAs out of the House following suspension. It goes without saying that this incident has been one of the biggest disruptions in recent assembly history and points to escalating tensions between the ruling government at the Centre and the opposition parties in the State. The Suspension Catalyst It all began with the heated debate on [specific issue or bill] that suddenly degenerated into pandemonium. BJP MLAs opposing the [issue/bill] staged a walkout and then began raising…
A special court has delivered a comprehensive judgment in the case related to the Bhola drug cartel, with complete reasons, sentencing all 17 accused members who were involved in the biggest-ever drug trafficking operation ever dismantled in the region. It was, in a word, a landmark decision in the war against organized crime and drug trafficking. The Bhola Drug Cartel: An Overview Background Information on the cartel The Bhola drug cartel, named after its alleged ringleader Bhola Kumar, had a sophisticated network for the manufacturing, distribution, and selling of illicit drugs. Over the past couple of years, this cartel trafficked…
The Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan of the United Progressive Alliance government announced, in a much-debated development, that the administration will not adopt any policy to necessitate firms to ensure a 50 percent profit margin to farmers over their production cost. This was in response to an increase in the call for more financial security and support from the agricultural sector. Background of the 50% Profit Margin Demand Farmer unions and other lobbies related to agriculture have been demanding a government policy that ensures a minimum of 50% profit margin to the cost of production for several years. It was…
Within the past 24 hours, political violence has suddenly surged in Tamil Nadu. Three party functionaries were hacked to death in separate incidents, which raised several questions about the security scenario and the political stability of that state. The killings have attracted widespread condemnation and criticism from various quarters, more so from opposition parties, who pointed an accusing finger at the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam for its inability to maintain law and order. The Details of the Murders The first happened in Coimbatore district in the early hours of Saturday. Arumugam, a local functionary of a regional party, was returning…
In what can be termed a major effort to further strengthen the strategic framework of the Bharatiya Janata Party at the Centre and its governance policies, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been meeting recently with BJP Chief Ministers and Deputy Chief Ministers of different states in a high-level meet. The meeting, held here in the capital, provided an able platform for discussing key issues related to governance, party strategy, and future political moves. Purpose of the Meeting The sole purpose of this high-level meeting was to bring all the state-level leaders of the BJP under one umbrella to align their…
In what is going to turn out to be a stiff challenge to the political battleground, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said she would bring up the matter of political discrimination against Bengal during the Niti Aayog meeting. The development, coming amid tensions brewing between the state government and the central administration, reflected broader issues of political rivalry and regional grievances. Background: The Niti Aayog and Its Role The Niti Aayog, set up in 2015 to replace the Planning Commission, is a policy think tank of the Indian government. It formulates strategic and long-term policies and programs and also…
The assault case of Swati Maliwal has taken a new turn as Bibhav Kumar turns out to be an aide of the Delhi Chief Minister and comes out into the open to file a petition in the apex court for bail. This development has come at a time of high public interest and scrutiny of the incident involving the Chairperson of the Delhi Commission for Women. Background and Allegations Swati Maliwal accused Bibhav Kumar of assaulting her during a meeting on initiatives taken by the Delhi government to ensure women’s safety. The incident seems to be tied to some talks…
The forthcoming visit of UK Foreign Minister David Lammy to Delhi sets the stage for an important diplomatic engagement between the United Kingdom and India. The two-day visit by Lammy is expected to take up discussions related to pushing forward on the FTA i.e the Free Trade Agreement and deepening bilateral security cooperation. In this rapidly changing global economic scenarios, fast-moving changes in Europe, and an increasingly complex geopolitical environment, this visit assumes special meaning in setting the future trajectory for UK-India ties. Arrival and Official Reception He was extended a ceremonial reception at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi,…
The Delhi court today granted bail to AAP leader and former Delhi convenor Atishi Marlena in a high-profile defamation case. This came as the decision was going to escalate political tensions and legal scrutiny over allegations labeled against her by a member of the rival party. Background of the Case The present case relates to a public speech which Atishi is alleged to have made, against which a member of the opposite political faction has claimed the speech to be defamatory. The criminal defamation suit that subsequently arose from these defamatory remarks, allegedly tainting the complainant’s reputation, was filed against…
