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Nov 12, 2026, 10:13 AM
BRS Chief Calls for SC Inquiry into ECI Functioning, Accuses BJP of Supporting Poll Body

BRS Chief Calls for SC Inquiry into ECI Functioning, Accuses BJP of Supporting Poll Body

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao has called for a Supreme Court inquiry into the functioning of the Election Commission of India (ECI), even as he asked why the BJP was supporting the poll body. In response, the Telangana BJP said KTR targeted the BJP out of fear. KTR had on Wednesday, November 11, questioned the BJP’s decision to organise a rally in Nirmal district in support of the Election Commission. Addressing the BRS’ Nirmal Rythu Garjana event, KTR questioned the BJP’s association with the ECI and said the party’s decision to defend the election body amid allegations of electoral irregularities raised questions. “The entire country is questioning the Election Commission over allegations of irregularities and concerns about its functioning. There is a nationwide debate over vote theft and the credibility of the ECI,” he said. The Sircilla MLA also asked, “Amid all this, why is the BJP organising a rally in support of the Election Commission in Nirmal? What is the BJP’s connection with the Election Commission? When questions are being raised across the country, why is the BJP taking to the streets to defend it?” Questioning the BJP’s association with the ECI, KTR said, “ Daal mein kuch Kaala hai .” Attacking the Telangana BJP MPs and MLAs, Rao said that they have become ashta grahalu for Telangana. He said that there are eight MLAs and eight MPs of the BJP in Telangana, but they are doing nothing for the state. They have become ‘ashta grahalu’. They (BJP legislators) are not useful for Telangana. The BRS leader slammed the Nirmal MLA, Alleti Maheshwar Reddy. He said, “You ensured the victory of the BJP MLA in Nirmal. He has not even done a single paisa’s worth of work in the constituency. He did not talk when the BRS MLAs were arrested near the Assembly. He only supports Revanth Reddy. They are selling CCI (Cement Corporation of India) for scrap. The BJP government has not given national project status to a single project in the state. No medical colleges, no Navodaya schools in the state, whereas we made Nirmal a district,” he concluded. Responding to KTR’s remark, Telangana Bharatiya Janata Party president N Ramchander Rao said on Thursday, November 12, that the BRS and the Congress are the same. In an interview with the Press Trust of India, Rao said, “KTR and Congress are the same; when the BJP launched the Lok Tantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao march, he was supportive of Congress.” He accused the BRS and Congress of ruining the economy in Telangana and said that the BRS is targeting BJP MPs and MLAs out of fear. He claimed that the people of Telangana have rejected the BRS, and now it holds no ground in the state.
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Nov 12, 2026, 10:11 AM
India-Pakistan Dialogue Urged by National Conference President Farooq Abdullah

India-Pakistan Dialogue Urged by National Conference President Farooq Abdullah

: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Thursday made a strong pitch for dialogue between India and Pakistan, asserting that bullets and military confrontation cannot resolve political disputes and that meaningful engagement must begin without waiting for hostilities to end. The former chief minister also asserted that Kashmir is, was and will remain an integral part of India. “Ab aap intezaar karenge, jab tak aap sabki goliyan band ho jayengi, tab tak raat ho jayegi” (If you keep waiting for everyone to stop firing, it will be too late by the time the guns fall silent), Abdullah said here. He was responding to a question about the BJP -led government’s stated position that talks and bullets cannot go together. Talking to reporters after visiting the family of retired information officer Madan Mantoo, who recently died of cardiac arrest, the National Conference leader urged Pakistan to abandon terrorism and work for creating a conducive atmosphere for dialogue with India. “I have always told Pakistan to stop terrorism. Nothing can be achieved through terrorism. The process of dialogue must begin because only through talks can a way forward be found,” he said. Abdullah noted that wars and military confrontations only bring destruction, pointing to the ongoing devastation being witnessed in Iran and Ukraine, and stressed that lasting solutions can emerge only through negotiations and mutual engagement. Calling for the revival of SAARC, Abdullah said regional countries must come together, resolve their differences and work towards collective progress, citing the European Union as an example of former adversaries building a common future through cooperation. “India is the largest country in the region, and Indira Gandhi had shown the way for India to maintain cordial and sympathetic relations with neighbouring countries. We must revive SAARC so that all of us can sit together, resolve our disputes and work towards progress and development,” he said. Reacting to the recent twin terror attacks in Kulgam and Kishtwar districts, which claimed the lives of two Special Police Officers (SPOs) and left three CRPF personnel injured within two days, Abdullah asserted that those harbouring ambitions of taking Kashmir must abandon such notions, asserting that terrorism would never succeed in its designs. However, he expressed concern over claims in Delhi that terrorism had ended in Jammu and Kashmir, maintaining that the recent incidents indicate that the threat continues to persist and that concrete measures are needed to eliminate it. “I have already said such incidents are still happening. One never knows where the next attack might take place,” he said. Asked about claims of peace and normalcy in Kashmir following the abrogation of Article 370, particularly in view of recent attacks in Kishtwar, Abdullah acknowledged that while terrorism still exists, people should not be afraid, asserting that Kashmir was, is and will remain an integral part of India. Clarifying his earlier remarks about Pakistan, Abdullah said his statement had been misrepresented, adding that he was recalling the atrocities committed during the 1947 tribal invasion, including the killing of a Christian doctor and his family and the rape of nuns at a Baramulla hospital. He also said Pakistan must move beyond repeatedly raising the Kashmir issue, stressing that disputes cannot be resolved through military action.
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Nov 12, 2026, 10:10 AM
Indian Government Plans Special Session to Pass Women's Reservation Bill

Indian Government Plans Special Session to Pass Women's Reservation Bill

The government is planning to convene a “special session” of Parliament to secure the passage of a Constitution amendment bill linked to the implementation of women’s reservation , with sources expressing confidence that it would win by a margin of 15 to 18 votes. The sources said the government is confident of having the required numbers but did not disclose the dates or duration of the proposed session. The government needs 361 votes to secure a two-thirds majority for the passage of the Constitution amendment bill. The House of 543 has three vacancies as of now. The proposed amendment seeks to increase the strength of the Lok Sabha from the present 543 seats to a maximum of 850 through delimitation, paving the way for the implementation of 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament and state legislative assemblies. The move comes after a similar Constitution amendment bill failed to secure the required numbers in the Lok Sabha during a special sitting of the Budget Session on April 17. The possibility of convening Parliament at short notice has remained alive as the Monsoon Session, during which both Houses were adjourned sine die (for an indefinite period) on August 13, has not yet been prorogued. The session has remained unprorogued for 91 days now, breaking the previous record of 87 days set in 2008. An extended sitting within the existing session requires a minimum notice of two days, while convening a fresh session requires at least 14 days’ notice. The government’s decision to keep the Monsoon Session unprorogued had fuelled speculation about an extended or a special sitting to consider the proposed amendment. The government proposes to increase Lok Sabha seats for all states by 50 per cent to assuage concerns of southern states as it seeks to operationalise the women’s reservation law before the 2029 parliamentary polls. Building on the earlier bill, the fresh draft is learnt to have proposed keeping the existing inter-state seat ratios intact based on the 1971 Census. But this is one of the formulations the government is working on and no finality has been achieved, government sources have said. The Constitution does not prescribe any specific timeframe for proroguing a House after it has been adjourned sine die. Nor does the continuation of a session without formal prorogation for an extended period, by itself, amount to any constitutional or procedural impropriety.
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Nov 12, 2026, 09:45 AM
Kashmir Revolutionary Army Linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba's Front Organisation, Experts Say

Kashmir Revolutionary Army Linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba's Front Organisation, Experts Say

According to experts, the KRA can be considered an offshoot of The Resistance Front (TRF). The TRF is in fact a front organisation for the Lashkar, which was formed after the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019. The TRF was created so that the Lashkar-e-Taiba could be made a local organisation. India was the first to ban the TRF. After the Pahalgam attack, in July 2025, the US also declared the TRF a'foreign terrorist organisation '. The TRF came under intense pressure after the ban from India and the US, an official said. The outfit that had earlier claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack quickly retracted its statement due to heavy pressure from India and the international community. By projecting such an image, these proxy organisations are actually trying to protect their main organisation, the Lashkar. When an investigation agency first starts, it has to deal with the leads of the Lashkar, and then it has to reach out to the new leadership.
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Nov 12, 2026, 09:40 AM
Tollywood Star Mahesh Babu's Nephew Siddharth Galla to Tie the Knot with South Korean Fiancée Hyein Kim

Tollywood Star Mahesh Babu's Nephew Siddharth Galla to Tie the Knot with South Korean Fiancée Hyein Kim

: Wedding celebrations have begun in the family of Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu as his nephew Siddharth Galla is set to tie the knot with his South Korean girlfriend, Hyein Kim. Mahesh Babu’s wife, Namrata Shirodkar, recently shared glimpses from the couple’s pre-wedding celebrations on social media, congratulating the duo and wishing them a beautiful journey ahead. “Getting married… Always fun with family! Congratulations @everywhere_aigoo & @sidgalla on your beautiful journey together. Endless blessings…” she wrote. Interestingly, Mahesh Babu was missing from the pictures, reportedly owing to his busy schedule for his upcoming film Varanasi. Siddharth and Hyein got engaged on July 13, 2026, when Namrata introduced her to fans on social media. Also known as Jinny, Hyein has reportedly been dating Siddharth for several years and largely stays away from the limelight. She is believed to be associated with the service industry and enjoys travelling. Her social media posts suggest that she has explored several international destinations, including Singapore, Italy, Japan and Thailand, apart from Indian cities such as Hyderabad and Goa. For the unversed, Siddharth is the son of businessman and politician Galla Jayadev and Mahesh Babu’s sister Padmavathi. His younger brother, Ashok Galla, made his Telugu film debut with Hero in 2022, while Siddharth has largely stayed away from the entertainment industry and is believed to be involved in business.
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Nov 12, 2026, 09:14 AM
Sonia Gandhi's Memoir Omissions: Telangana Statehood Movement Left Out

Sonia Gandhi's Memoir Omissions: Telangana Statehood Movement Left Out

: Former BRS MP B Vinod Kumar on Thursday, November 12, expressed surprise over the omission of the Telangana statehood movement from Congress leader Sonia Gandhi’s latest memoir, noting that the book does not even mention the word ‘Telangana’. Sonia Gandhi ‘s contribution to the statehood process has been widely acknowledged in Telangana, particularly in view of the historic struggle and the aspirations of its people, he said in a statement. As the then Congress President and UPA Chairperson, she recognised the deep-rooted public sentiment and the strength of a prolonged people’s movement, marked by years of protests and immense sacrifices, said Vinod Kumar, former Lok Sabha member from Karimnagar. The Telangana statehood agitation witnessed the loss of more than 1,200 students and activists, whose sacrifices remain an integral part of the history of Telangana, he added. “However, it is surprising that this historic chapter finds no mention in her latest memoir—not even a reference to the word “Telangana”,” he said. While stating that the reasons behind the omission are best known to Sonia Gandhi, Kumar emphasised that the formation of Telangana remains a defining chapter in the political history of the country and an unforgettable milestone in the collective journey of its people.
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Nov 12, 2026, 09:12 AM
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Defends Right to Protest, Says People Should Be Allowed to Exercise Constitutional Right

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Defends Right to Protest, Says People Should Be Allowed to Exercise Constitutional Right

: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday, November 12, said that the right to protest is guaranteed under the Constitution, and that people were free to agitate against the policies of the party-led governments as long as they are peaceful. Vadra was responding to reporters’ queries here regarding the police action last night against the Lower Primary School Teacher (LPST) rank-holders protesting outside the Keralam Secretariat in the state capital for more than four months. Police on Wednesday night removed the hunger strike tent of LPST rank-holders protesting in front of the secretariat here, and arrested their leader Valarmathi, who was later shifted to hospital after her health condition deteriorated. “My take across India and the world is that people have the right to protest. In democracies, especially, they are given this right by the Constitution. I think people should be allowed to exercise their constitutional right,” Vadra said. She said that if there is violence or the protest is extensively aggressive, something is going wrong or people are getting hurt, then the police should take action because the protestors must respect the rule of law. “But as long as the protest, even if it is against our government in the state or our policies, is peaceful it should be allowed to continue,” she said. Vadra said that her view applies to the Congress government as well as any other administration in the country. The rank-holders’ had been protesting demanding Kerala Public Service Commission to make appointments to government schools from the LPST rank list before it expires.
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Nov 12, 2026, 09:10 AM
Sonia Gandhi's Autobiography Criticized for Omitting Telangana Movement

Sonia Gandhi's Autobiography Criticized for Omitting Telangana Movement

Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) leader Vinod Kumar Boinapalli on Thursday, November 12, questioned the “omission” of the Telangana movement in Congress leader Sonia Gandhi’s autobiography ‘Belonging: A Journey of Love.’ In a post on X, the founder-member of BRS said Gandhi played a “pivotal role in the decision-making that led to the formation of Telangana.” He said her contribution was “widely acknowledged and appreciated by” the people of Telangana. Despite her supporting the movement, marked by the “sacrifices of more than 1,200 students and activists,” she does not even “mention the word Telangana,” the BRS leader said. “As Congress President and UPA Chairperson, she recognised the deep public sentiment and the moral force of a historic movement marked by years of protests, strikes and the sacrifices of over 1,200 students and activists,” Kumar said. “Yet, interestingly, her latest memoir, ‘Belonging: A Journey of Love’, launched on November 10, 2026, makes no mention of this historic chapter, not even the word ‘Telangana’,” he added. He said that the reason behind the omission is “best known to her.” Gandhi’s ‘Belonging: A Journey of Love,’ published by HarperCollins India, is a personal memoir, with politics providing the background or “a kind of framework,” as she writes in the book. It begins with Gandhi’s childhood in post-war Veneto, Italy, and traces her journey to Cambridge, where she met Rajiv Gandhi in 1965. The memoir recounts her marriage to Rajiv Gandhi and her introduction to her mother-in-law, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, as well as her efforts to adjust to life in India, including learning Hindi, wearing saris, and adapting to Indian food and culture. The memoir also delves into political events surrounding the Congress-led alliance’s victory in the 2004 elections, when Sonia Gandhi declined to become Prime Minister and instead led the party and its alliance, which governed India for a decade.
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Nov 12, 2026, 09:09 AM
Azad Samaj Party and AIMIM Form Alliance to Challenge BJP in Uttar Pradesh Election

Azad Samaj Party and AIMIM Form Alliance to Challenge BJP in Uttar Pradesh Election

Azad Samaj Party leader Chandra Shekhar Azad and AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi unveiled their alliance – the Samajik Parivartan Morcha – for next year’s Uttar Pradesh Assembly election . At a joint presser Thursday afternoon, Owaisi said Azad – currently the Lok Sabha MP from Nagina in Bijnor district – will be the chief ministerial candidate. “I can say with confidence… this will be a strong alternative in UP to stop the BJP from coming to power for the third time,” he said, “And I am happy to announce our brother Chandra Shekhar Azad will be its chief ministerial candidate in the Uttar Pradesh election.” The alliance has sparked talk of a third front in UP politics – a viable alternative to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and the main opposition – the Samadjwadi Party-Congress alliance. But Chandra Shekhar Azad shot down such talk “…It is not a third front. It is the Samajik Parivartan Morcha. If you understand its depth, you will realise that it is the first front.” Either way, this alliance will have put Akhilesh Yadav ’s SP and its ally, the Congress, on alert, given the Azad-Owaisi deal appeals to the Dalit + Muslim voter base, which together account for roughly 41 per cent of the population and which the SP successfully courted in 2024. In the 2024 UP Lok Sabha election, Yadav’s SP won 37 of the state’s 80 seats to hand the BJP a shock in its stronghold. That win was crafted by uniting four key blocs – Yadavs, Dalits, OBCs (specifically non-Yadav communities like the Nishads), and Muslims. That was significant because even for the 2019 election – when Akhilesh Yadav tied up with Mayawati’s Bahujan Samaj Party – SP candidates did not get strong support from Dalit voters. In fact, the BJP then won 15 of 17 SC-reserved seats. Fast-forward five years and the SP won seven of these 17 seats. One seat – Nagina, won by the BSP in 2019 – was won by Chandra Shekhar Azad. Overall, the SP’s vote share went up by 15.48 percentage points in the 2024 election helped by its success in winning over the Dalit + Muslim vote. Owaisi and Chandra Shekhar Azad also tied up for last year’s Bihar Assembly election . However, that alliance flopped; they contested 46 seats between them and won only five – all by AIMIM candidates. That alliance also included Pashupati Paras’ Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party, which fielded 36 candidates but failed to win a seat.
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Nov 12, 2026, 09:04 AM
TMC Leader Abhishek Banerjee Seeks EC Intervention Amid Security Concerns

TMC Leader Abhishek Banerjee Seeks EC Intervention Amid Security Concerns

Trinamool Congress (AITC) general secretary Abhishek Banerjee has expressed concern over the security of documents amid the ongoing hearing in the Election Commission over the party-related controversy. He has sent a representation to the Election Commission, expressing fears that his residence-cum-office may be monitored and attacked again. Abhishek Banerjee claims that people associated with the Bharatiya Janata Party may try to forcibly take possession of documents and affidavits to be submitted to the Election Commission with the support and help of some policemen. Abhishek Banerjee's lawyer has said in the letter sent to the Commission that his client fears that there may be an attempt to re-enter or attack his residence-cum-office. It may be aimed at forcibly obtaining documents, affidavits and other materials related to the proceedings before the Election Commission. He has appealed to the Commission to intervene in the matter immediately. The representation states that the proceedings of Dispute Case No. 2026 before the Election Commission are pending.
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Nov 12, 2026, 08:59 AM
Controversy Erupts Over Karnataka Minister's Cut-Off Speech at Metro Inauguration Event

Controversy Erupts Over Karnataka Minister's Cut-Off Speech at Metro Inauguration Event

A controversy has erupted in Karnataka over the Metro inauguration event. The Bengaluru Development Minister has alleged that his speech at the Metro inauguration event on November 13 was deleted at the last moment. The minister says that his speech was included in the program outline released initially but was removed in the final list released on Wednesday night. The Karnataka minister is angry at the decision, saying that he was rewarded for seeking justice for the state of Karnataka and his speech was cut short. He alleges that he was not given a chance to speak at an important event like the Metro inauguration because he was raising the state's interests. A section of the public in Karnataka is angry that his speech was cut short.
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Nov 12, 2026, 08:58 AM
Owaisi and Azad Form 'Samajik Parivartan Morcha' Ahead of Uttar Pradesh Assembly Elections

Owaisi and Azad Form 'Samajik Parivartan Morcha' Ahead of Uttar Pradesh Assembly Elections

Ahead of UP Assembly elections 2027, a third front has entered the state politics. On 12 November, Owaisi and Chandrashekhar announced an alliance for the upcoming assembly elections. Azad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram) president Chandrashekhar Azad and AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi have formed a'Samajik Parivartan Morcha'for the UP elections. According to news agency ANI, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi said that we have decided to form a'Samajik Parivartan Morcha '. I can say with confidence that it will be a strong front to stop the BJP from coming to power in UP for the third time. Owaisi said that both parties will contest the UP assembly elections in an alliance and Azad will be the CM face. Uttar Pradesh. Azad Samaj Party-Kanshiram and MP, Chandrashekhar Azad and AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi form'Samajik Parivartan Morcha'for UP polls. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi says, "We have decided to form the'Samajwadi Morcha'for UP polls."
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Nov 12, 2026, 08:51 AM
Arvind Kejriwal Receives Fake Death Threat from Retired Clerk

Arvind Kejriwal Receives Fake Death Threat from Retired Clerk

Former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal has received a death threat. The person who issued the threat has identified himself as a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The accused has demanded a ransom of Rs 7 crore from Kejriwal. He has also been threatened with death if he does not give the money. The name of Kejriwal's daughter Harshita Kejriwal is also included in this threat. However, the case has been found to be fake in the investigation. According to police sources, the case of Arvind Kejriwal's death threat has been found to be fake. Top sources in the Punjab Police say that this threat is not being considered serious. The person who has been caught in the case is a retired clerk from Rohtak, Haryana. According to preliminary information, he has no connection with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang or any gangster. This complaint was made by AAP MLA Jarnail Singh and the incident of threat is being told 2 - 3 days ago, according to police sources.
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Nov 12, 2026, 08:44 AM
Trump Administration Ministers Clash Over Nvidia's China Connection Amid Chip Shipment Controversy

Trump Administration Ministers Clash Over Nvidia's China Connection Amid Chip Shipment Controversy

The controversy over chipmaker Nvidia's China connection has now escalated among Donald Trump's ministers. According to reports, US Treasury Secretary Scott Besant has argued with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that the Commerce Department failed to blacklist Nvidia customer Megaspeed. The entire controversy comes at a time when questions are being raised about what Donald Trump knew about intelligence concerns involving Jensen Huang before his visit to China in May. Megaspeed is accused of illegally shipping advanced US chips to China in the case of NVIDIA's chip reaching China. This is being said amid growing scrutiny over the administration's handling of intelligence concerns involving Nvidia's chief executive Jensen Huang. According to Axios'report, after the US midterm elections, in the White House Situation Room, Scott asked why the Commerce Department did not identify the companies on the National Security List that pose a security threat to Megaspeed.
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Nov 12, 2026, 08:33 AM
Balrampur: A District with a Distinct Identity

Balrampur: A District with a Distinct Identity

Balrampur district, bordering Nepal in the northeastern part of UP, has its own distinct geographical, historical and political identity. There is the famous Devipatan temple of Maa Pateshwari on one side, the forest of Suhelwa Wildlife Sanctuary and the natural region of the Terai on the other. The Balrampur sugar mill has given the district an industrial identity, while the name of the district is also associated with the former Prime Minister of the country Atal Bihari Vajpayee in the history of politics. He entered the parliament for the first time by winning the election from Balrampur Lok Sabha constituency in 1957. The story of Balrampur is not limited to religious sites and natural beauty. Here the history of the old Terai princely state, sugarcane cultivation, sugar industry, the culture of the Tharu tribe and changing electoral equations are also part of the identity of the district. Balrampur falls in Devipatan division of Uttar Pradesh. According to the district administration, Balrampur was made a separate district on 25 May 1997 by dividing Gonda district. Balrampur earlier had the status of a tehsil. The city of Rapti, the headquarters of the district, is located on the banks of the river Rapti, in the
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Nov 12, 2026, 08:05 AM
Priyanka Gandhi Defends Mother Sonia Gandhi Against BJP and RSS Disinformation Campaign

Priyanka Gandhi Defends Mother Sonia Gandhi Against BJP and RSS Disinformation Campaign

After the release of Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi's memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love, there has been a lot of reaction in political circles. Leaders of various parties have given their opinion on what has been written in it. Speaking to reporters after meeting the family of Advantageous Padma Shri awardee Cheruvayal Raman, the Congress leader accused the BJP and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) of running a disinformation campaign against her mother, Sonia Gandhi, for decades, while her mother remained silent. Advantageous Priyanka Gandhi said, "Throughout my mother's adult life in India, the BJP, the RSS and many others have said what they wanted about her. She lied, concocted stories and made up various things about her, but my mother has remained silent. Now, she is telling her story. She has every right to do so. It's a good thing that they are willing to read it. For so long, Priyanka Gandhi has been telling the truth about her mother, Sonia Gandhi, and now she is telling me the truth.
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Nov 12, 2026, 08:04 AM
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Defends Mother Sonia Gandhi Against BJP's Criticism Over Memoir

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Defends Mother Sonia Gandhi Against BJP's Criticism Over Memoir

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday accused the BJP and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) of spreading falsehoods about her mother, former Congress president Sonia Gandhi, for most of her adult life in India, saying they were now dismissing her account in her recently released memoir as false. Responding to reporters' questions about the BJP's criticism of the book, Belonging: A Journey of Love , Priyanka said Sonia Gandhi had remained silent for years despite what she described as fabricated stories and allegations against her. "For most of my mother's adult life in India, the BJP, RSS, and many others have said whatever they wanted to say about her. They have told lies, they have fabricated stories, they have completely invented things and she has been quiet. Now she is telling her story. She has a right to tell her story," the Wayanad MP said. Priyanka added that the BJP's dismissal of her mother's account was unsurprising, given its earlier criticism of her. "For so long they have been telling lies about my mother. Now she is telling the truth. So obviously they are going to say that (it is false). What else can they say? Anyways, I am very happy they are reading her book," she said. The remarks came after the BJP on Tuesday criticised Sonia Gandhi's memoir, accusing her of attempting to justify the imposition of the Emergency in 1975 and giving a "clean chit" to her late husband, former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi, over the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The BJP said the book should have been titled "whitewashing" instead of Belonging. It also accused the former Congress president of selective outrage over violence and national security issues, alleging that her concerns were driven by electoral considerations. Sonia Gandhi's memoir was released on Tuesday and has drawn both positive and negative reactions over its contents. Priyanka said her mother had used the book to put forward her own explanations and perspective. "Whatever she wanted to explain or whatever was her point of view, she has put in her book. Everyone has their own personal point of view. Everyone has their own story, right," she said. (With inputs from PTI)
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Nov 12, 2026, 08:01 AM
India and South Africa Strengthen Strategic Partnership through Bilateral Cooperation

India and South Africa Strengthen Strategic Partnership through Bilateral Cooperation

India and South Africa reviewed the entire gamut of the Strategic Partnership and explored avenues for further deepening bilateral cooperation across diverse sectors. The 12th round of Foreign Office Consultations between the two countries was co-chaired by Joint Secretary (East and South Africa) in Ministry of External Affairs, Janesh Kain, and Ambassador David Malcomson, Acting DDG of South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation.
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Nov 12, 2026, 07:57 AM
Politician Abhishek Banerjee Files Complaint Over Alleged Conspiracy and Document Security Concerns

Politician Abhishek Banerjee Files Complaint Over Alleged Conspiracy and Document Security Concerns

Abhishek Banerjee has appealed to the Election Commission to direct the authorities concerned to preserve all documents related to the controversy. He alleges that the incidents around his residence and office may be part of a larger conspiracy. In his complaint to the EC, Banerjee alleged that some people attacked his residence-cum-office late on the night of November 6. Similar surveillance and recce activities followed on November 10 and 11. He said that these incidents indicate that his residence and office were targeted. According to the affidavit, government officials reached his premises on the morning of November 12 and broke the security gate installed by the police in front of his residence. He said that this action has raised concerns about his security in the context of earlier incidents and continuous surveillance. He also raised questions about the security of documents related to the case pending with the Election Commission. Abhishek Banerjee, in the complaint, expressed apprehension that some people associated with the BJP may have aided or abetted the alleged attack on his residence or attempted to forcibly take possession of other documents related to the controversy.
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Nov 12, 2026, 07:56 AM
PM Modi Reflects on India's Changes Over Past 25 Years

PM Modi Reflects on India's Changes Over Past 25 Years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a Diwali get-together on Thursday. He also addressed reporters. He also talked about the changes in the country in the last 25 years and the increasing role of technology. He said that in these 25 years, the country has changed, politics has changed, and technology has also changed rapidly. During this time, many new challenges have also emerged. Referring to the changes in technology, PM Modi said that earlier a large outdoor broadcasting (OB) van was needed for news coverage. But now mobile phones have made this task easier. PM Modi also mentioned the completion of 25 years in the top post of his government. He said that during this time there have been many changes in the country and the world. Technology has changed the ways of working. The Prime Minister also talked about the achievements of his government in different fields. He said that India will definitely develop. The Prime Minister mentioned the deadlines in the media sector. He said that all three of us, this person, this deadline is also applicable to the country.
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Nov 12, 2026, 07:56 AM
Bigg Boss 20: Voting Trends Indicate Qazi Touqeer and ScoutOP Leading the Pack

Bigg Boss 20: Voting Trends Indicate Qazi Touqeer and ScoutOP Leading the Pack

: The fear of elimination is looming large over the contestants of Bigg Boss 20 as the reality show enters its tenth week. With the next eviction round approaching, almost the entire house is in the danger zone, making this week’s voting battle an interesting one. For week 10, all the contestants, except house captain Arishfa Khan, have been nominated for eviction. The nominated contestants include Yung DSA, Uditi Singh, Aamrapali Dubey, Gullu (Kushal Tanwar), Kanika Mann, Love Gill, Mahhi Vij, Manish Goel, Qazi Touqeer and ScoutOP. With voting lines now open, fans are actively casting their votes to save their favourite contestants from elimination. As the voting battle intensifies, the latest trends indicate a clear lead for two popular contestants. According to the latest voting trends available on November 12 at 1 pm, Qazi Touqeer and ScoutOP are leading the race with the highest number of votes among the nominated contestants. They are followed by Yung DSA and Gullu, who are also witnessing considerable support from viewers. Kanika Mann, Love Gill and Uditi Singh are receiving decent votes as well and are expected to remain safe this week if the current trends continue. While some contestants are enjoying strong audience support, three names have landed in the bottom three based on the current voting trends. Aamrapali Dubey, Mahhi Vij and Manish Goel are reportedly receiving fewer votes compared to the other nominated contestants. However, Mahhi Vij’s popularity and her association with Colors are factors that could work in her favour. Despite being in the bottom three, her chances of elimination appear relatively low. Manish Goel, meanwhile, could face a tough battle as his gameplay has not received the kind of response some other contestants are getting. Aamrapali Dubey, on the other hand, may manage to survive this week’s eviction and continue her journey in the house. Who do you think will be the next contestant to get evicted from Bigg Boss 20? Will Manish Goel be shown the exit door, or will there be a surprise elimination? Let us know in the comments.
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Nov 12, 2026, 07:51 AM
Kailash Kher to Perform at Minister's Fiancée's Engagement Ceremony

Kailash Kher to Perform at Minister's Fiancée's Engagement Ceremony

It is being told that singer Kailash Kher is being invited to the engagement on the demand of Minister Sandeep Singh's fiancée Meghna. The engagement ceremony will be held on their songs. Kailash Kher's songs will be played on November 14. Kailash Kher is an Indian pop-rock singer whose style is influenced by Indian folk music. Kailash Kher has so far sung more than 300 songs in Bollywood in 18 languages. People from seven districts around Aligarh have been invited to the engagement party. People from Kasganj, Etah, Gautam Budh Nagar, Bulandshahr, Hathras, Agra, Mathura will come to the engagement party. Chief Ministers of other states including Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Haryana are expected to attend the engagement ceremony. More than a thousand VVIP guests are expected to arrive. The advertisement ceremony will include all the MLAs of the state, party workers and a large number of current and former administrative officials who were in important positions during the tenure of Kalyan Singh.
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Nov 12, 2026, 07:51 AM
Sant Samaj Demands Apology from Akhilesh Yadav for Ayodhya Visit

Sant Samaj Demands Apology from Akhilesh Yadav for Ayodhya Visit

A meeting of the Sant Samaj held at Maniramdas's cantonment demanded the government to ban Akhilesh Yadav's visit to Ayodhya if he does not apologise so that peace is not disturbed and the sentiments of saints and Sanatan followers are not hurt. Advertisement Jagadguru Ramdineshacharya said that what does not belong to Ram and Krishna, the Sant Samaj also does not belong to it. If Akhilesh Yadav is really coming for darshan of Lord Shri Ram, he should publicly clarify his old stand. Advertisement Shriramballabhakunj official Rajkumar Das said that if Akhilesh Yadav is a true Yaduvanshi, he should also come forward for Krishna Janmabhoomi in Mathura. The Sant Samaj will support him in this work. The sentiments of the Sanatan Samaj are hurt by the crackdown on Karsevaks in 1990 and the statements justifying it. Mahant Vaidehi Ballabh Sharan Vallabh said that if Yadav does not apologise or expresses regret, then Mahant Kamal Das, Mahant Arjun Das, Mahant Ram Bhusan Das, Mahant Kuppal Das will be considered as a political strategy to attract the voters of the Sanatan Samaj before the upcoming assembly elections.
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Nov 12, 2026, 07:28 AM
Maharashtra Chief Minister's Remarks on NCP Merger Draw Criticism from MLA Rohit Pawar

Maharashtra Chief Minister's Remarks on NCP Merger Draw Criticism from MLA Rohit Pawar

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar on Thursday accused Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis of displaying "arrogance" born out of power over his remarks on the possible merger of the two Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) factions. Fadnavis had said on Tuesday that only NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar and Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, who lead the rival factions, could clarify whether the two parties would reunite. He also maintained that any merger would require consultations with the BJP, the largest constituent of the ruling coalition. Reacting to the remarks in a post on X, Rohit Pawar said Fadnavis's comments reflected the arrogance of those in power. He also accused the BJP and its leaders of using "blackmail" in politics and said they should refrain from commenting on the proposed merger. Referring to the Mundhwa land deal controversy and the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) elections in Pune district, the MLA claimed that attempts had been made to "blackmail" his uncle, late NCP leader Ajit Pawar, but that he had not yielded to the BJP. "Who was blackmailing Ajitdada, and who gave orders to blackmail him?" Rohit Pawar asked.
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Nov 12, 2026, 07:27 AM
Xi Jinping Reiterates Call for Taiwan's Reunification with China

Xi Jinping Reiterates Call for Taiwan's Reunification with China

Chinese President Xi Jinping has once again reiterated Taiwan's accession to China. Speaking at an event in Beijing's Great Hall of the People on Thursday, he said that Taiwan is destined to complete "full reunification" with China. He called it a process of history that no one can stop. This time, he made no mention of the use of force in his statement about Taiwan and called for peaceful reunification. Xi Jinping said, "There must be complete reunification of the motherland and it will definitely happen." He called the issue of Taiwan an unwavering historical mission of the Communist Party of China. He also appealed to the people of Taiwan to unite and oppose the forces demanding Taiwan's independence. In fact, China considers democratically governed Taiwan to be its part and has been demanding its reunification for a long time. China has repeatedly referred to the one-country-two-systems model. However, no major political party in Taiwan has supported this Chinese revolutionary proposal.
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The Moscow Times
Nov 12, 2026, 07:20 AM
KPCC Announces Organisational Restructuring, Aims to Strengthen Party at Grassroots Level

KPCC Announces Organisational Restructuring, Aims to Strengthen Party at Grassroots Level

BENGALURU: KPCC president B K Hariprasad here on Thursday said the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) would undertake a major organisational restructuring by appointing 112 party secretaries and an equal number of coordinators, with the objective of strengthening the party at the grassroots level. Addressing a press conference, Hariprasad said the party had received 920 applications for the posts of secretaries, including 308 from Bengaluru alone. The applicants would be interviewed before the appointments were finalised. He said a six-member committee, comprising Deputy Chief Minister Dr G Parameshwara, senior Congress leader Dinesh Gundu Rao and others, would oversee the selection process. "We want to select active and committed party workers. Such a selection process has never been undertaken in the past. Earlier, appointments were largely made by sitting in the party office. This time, we are adopting a different approach. I have no insistence on appointing people of my choice. Those who are active in the party will be given preference," he said. Hariprasad said applications had also been received from different regions, including 111 from the Kalaburagi division. The party would release two more lists of appointments, ensuring adequate representation to Bengaluru and other regions. The process of selecting block presidents was also underway. The newly appointed functionaries would be assigned responsibilities covering two Assembly constituencies each, he said. Emphasising greater representation for women, Hariprasad said the party had increased women's representation from the earlier 20% to 33%. The party was also considering raising it further to 50%. The existing provision of 20% representation for SC/ST communities had also been part of its organisational approach.
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Indian Express
Nov 12, 2026, 07:07 AM
Saker Urged Smith and Bancroft to Keep Quiet About Sandpaper Gate Incident

Saker Urged Smith and Bancroft to Keep Quiet About Sandpaper Gate Incident

A new grimy detail about the sandpaper gate incident is emerging every day. After the revelations and accusations of Usman Khawaja, the non-denial of David Warner, the outright rejection of Mitchell Starc, Sydney Morning Herald has reported that the coach Khawaja has repeatedly referred to in the scandal was then bowling coach David Saker. The newspaper says: “According to tour sources, he urged Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft not to reveal the nature of the yellow object that had been taken onto the field at Newlands at their media conference after play on the day the scandal took off.” “You can’t say sandpaper,” Saker is alleged to have said repeatedly,” it adds. Though Khawaja had refrained from naming Saker in his book, there are multiple references of a coach. “With a smile on his face, he said, ‘Bangers [Bancroft], whatever you’re doing, we need more of it. It’s wet out there – we just need more of it,’” Khawaja wrote. “Then I saw Bangers pick up a piece of sandpaper and put it in his pocket. The coach gave both me and Cameron a wry smile of satisfaction and walked away.” ALSO READ | Cummins invites media to training to address Khawaja’s tampering ‘allegations’ In another reference, Khawaja has written about the coach telling the bowlers: “Guys, I don’t care what happens, but Test cricketers are too good against the straight ball. We need to get the ball shifting when it gets old. I don’t care what you have to do, or how, but we need to get it moving in the air. That’s the only chance we have.” While Saker has made a non-disclosure agreement with CA after leaving the organisation in February 2019, he did write about the incident in a column for Sydney Morning Herald. “There were a lot of people to blame. It could have been me to blame, it could have been someone else. It could have been stopped and it wasn’t, which is unfortunate,” Saker wrote. “You could point your finger at me, you could point your finger at ‘Boof’ [then coach Darren Lehmann], you could point it at other people, of course you could. We all know that we made a monumental mistake. The gravity wasn’t as plain until it all came out.” Meanwhile, T20 captain Mitchell Marsh, who was part of the tour, deflected the question in Perth, before the ODI against England. “Look, there’s obviously been a lot of noise around this week, and I respect that certain people have told their stories, but I’m not here to share mine today,” he said. “I know that might sound weird, but it’s a big week for us, and it’s an important time for this one-day group, and my sole focus has been on preparing for tomorrow. My honest answer is because I’ve personally moved on, I respect that others probably haven’t, but I have, and I hope that’s respected,” he added.
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Nov 12, 2026, 07:04 AM
AAP to Release Second List of Candidates for Punjab Assembly Elections Today

AAP to Release Second List of Candidates for Punjab Assembly Elections Today

CHANDIGARH: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) may release its second list of candidates for the upcoming 2027 Punjab Assembly elections today. A meeting of the party’s Political Affairs Committee (PAC) is scheduled to be held in Delhi at 4 pm, which will also be attended by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Sources said that the party may take decisions on six ministerial constituencies during the meeting. The second list is expected to include 15 to 20 candidates. The second list is likely to include the names of some cabinet ministers, sitting MLAs and constituency-level halqa in-charges. The party is expected to deliberate on the winnability of candidates and its electoral strategy before finalizing the names. There are also indications that tickets of some sitting MLAs may be dropped. CM Mann has left for Delhi to attend the meeting, which will be chaired by AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal. The meeting is expected to discuss the names of candidates for several Assembly constituencies as the party steps up the poll preparation. This list is expected to provide further clarity on the party's candidate selection exercise, particularly in constituencies where ministers, sitting legislators and local-level functionaries are being considered. Meanwhile, former transport minister and Patti MLA Laljit Singh Bhullar has announced that he will not contest the upcoming Assembly elections. Bhullar is currently lodged in jail. The candidature of several senior leaders and ministers who did not figure in the first list is also expected to come up during subsequent rounds of discussions. While AAP appeared to have played it safe with its first list by renominating all sitting MLAs, opposition parties questioned why no cabinet ministers had been renominated, with Sanjeev Arora, currently in judicial custody, being the sole exception.
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Nov 12, 2026, 07:01 AM
Elon Musk Offers Job to Embattled NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang Amid Scandals

Elon Musk Offers Job to Embattled NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang Amid Scandals

What would happen if NVIDIA chief, Jensen Huang, who has been hit by back-to-back scandals over affairs, applied for a job at a giant like SpaceX or Tesla? Elon Musk, SpaceX founder and Tesla chief, has said that it would be his “honour” to welcome Huang. Last month Huang found himself in the middle of a huge scandal when US intelligence officials said that he was in an extramarital affair with a suspected Chinese intelligence asset. The woman with whom he had an affair is Alice Huang (also known as Huang Le), a former executive at the Singapore-based cloud company Megaspeed. The two are not related to each other. US President Donald Trump later confirmed that the Federal Bureau of Investigation is investigating Jensen Huang’s affair and his links to Alice Huang. However, he said he believed that Jensen Huang was unaware of Alice being a Chinese spy. He also denied any knowledge of the concerns when Jensen flew to Beijing earlier in May this year. Elon Musk was also part of that delegation. ALSO READ | Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s future in doubt as fresh allegations emerge, shares fall Nvidia is probing the allegation separately. “While the board has no reason to believe that either national security or Nvidia secrets were compromised, the board’s inquiry will examine all available information,” the Nvidia board said in a statement. On Wednesday, The New York Times reported that Huang had another extramarital relationship with an Nvidia executive, Kimberly Powell , who reported to him. Musk made the remark on X late on Wednesday while responding to financial blog Zerohedge’s post: “Elon please hire Jensen.” “That would be an honor [sic],” Musk replied. The exchange came after The Wall Street Journal reported that Nvidia’s board could meet as early as Wednesday to consider Huang’s future at the company. Nvidia shares dropped more than 8% in after-hours trading following the developments. Huang has faced mounting scrutiny since acknowledging over the weekend that he had an affair with Alice. According to The New York Times, US intelligence identified her as having been recruited by China’s Ministry of State Security. The newspaper cited people briefed on the intelligence as saying that Alice Huang, whose Chinese name is Huang Le, had been recruited to collect information on the Nvidia chief. ALSO READ | Jensen Huang’s scandal exposes Nvidia’s ‘key-man risk’. What does it mean? On his first day back in the office after the disclosures, Huang tried to convey a sense of business as usual. Several US lawmakers, however, have called for his resignation. Republican Senator Kevin Cramer of North Dakota, who sits on the Senate Banking Committee, renewed that demand on Wednesday. Democratic Representative Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia, a House Oversight Committee member, and retiring Republican Representative Don Bacon of Nebraska have also urged Huang to step down.
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Nov 12, 2026, 06:51 AM
Modi Recalls Surprise Journalist Visit Revealing His Appointment as Gujarat CM

Modi Recalls Surprise Journalist Visit Revealing His Appointment as Gujarat CM

He said, "Very few people knew about it at that time. Only two-four senior party leaders knew about it. I used to spend most of my time here at 11 Ashoka Road. One day a whole group of journalists came to my room. Usually journalists don't do this to me, but that day they went straight into the room." The PM said, "There was a group of women journalists among them, who had a lot of influence. They told me,'You will have to feed us sweets." I asked,'Kis baat ki khushi mein? Why should I distribute sweets? "They replied,'You are going to Gujarat. You are going to be the Chief Minister." I told them that I had no idea about it. But they stuck to their word. They said,'We all know. You are lying. "" He said, "Very few people actually knew about this decision, but this whole group of journalists somehow felt like it. It was very difficult for me to answer their questions. It was my pleasure to answer them at that time.
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The Moscow Times
Nov 12, 2026, 06:49 AM
Bulldozer Demolishes Obstructive Structure Outside Abhishek Banerjee's Residence Amid Political Tensions

Bulldozer Demolishes Obstructive Structure Outside Abhishek Banerjee's Residence Amid Political Tensions

A bulldozer was deployed outside the residence of Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee on Thursday as civic workers demolished a temporary bamboo shed erected over a footpath and dismantled an iron gate allegedly obstructing pedestrian movement, reported PTI . A large contingent of Kolkata Police personnel and central forces was deployed outside Banerjee's residence at 121, Kalighat Road, as municipal workers used a bulldozer to pull down the temporary structure. Workers subsequently removed the bamboo poles and cleared the footpath, while an iron gate installed outside the boundary wall was dismantled using a gas cutter. Reacting to the demolition, Banerjee said bulldozers could not "silence my voice or break my resolve". "I will continue my fight against the Bangla Birodhis (anti-Bengal). I will neither retreat nor budge an inch until my last breath," the Diamond Harbour MP said in a post on X. Panchayat and Rural Development Minister Dilip Ghosh defended the civic action, saying it was justified as residents of the neighbourhood had faced difficulties because of the structure. "It is justified as people in the neighbourhood were facing lots of hardships. He (Abhishek) used to consider himself as being above the law," Ghosh told reporters, according to PTI . The demolition comes amid a political confrontation between the BJP-led state government and the TMC, which has alleged police surveillance outside Banerjee's residence.
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NorthEast Now
Nov 12, 2026, 06:45 AM
Manipur Youth League Questions Government's Failure to Distribute Financial Assistance to Women

Manipur Youth League Questions Government's Failure to Distribute Financial Assistance to Women

: The Manipur Youth League (MAYOL) has questioned the state government’s failure to distribute the promised Rs 10,000 financial assistance to 3.5 lakh women before Ningol Chakouba . The organisation alleged that the Rs 350-crore scheme could be turned into a political tool ahead of the next Assembly election. In a press statement, MAYOL Publicity Secretary Konjengbam Samananda expressed concern that the government might announce another deadline, possibly promising the payment before Christmas, without ensuring its actual implementation. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh had announced the one-time financial grant under the Scheme for Economic Empowerment of Women through Self-Help Groups (SHGs) while presenting the 2026-27 State Budget on March 8, 2026. MAYOL pointed to the absence of clear information regarding beneficiary selection, the department responsible for implementing the scheme, the payment schedule and whether the assistance would be released in a single instalment. The organisation also sought clarification on whether women who are not members of Self-Help Groups would qualify for the benefit. It called on the government to disclose the eligibility conditions and the criteria for including or excluding applicants. Raising concerns over the possible politicisation of the scheme, MAYOL alleged that ruling party MLAs could influence the selection of beneficiaries through women’s workers at the constituency level to gain electoral support. Samananda stressed that the Rs 350-crore allocation came from public tax revenue and was not party funding. He called for transparency and accountability in the selection and distribution process. Questioning the government’s failure to meet its commitment of disbursing the assistance before Ningol Chakouba , the youth organisation urged the concerned departments to explain when and how the money would reach eligible women. MAYOL warned that further delays and a lack of clear communication could weaken public confidence in the administration.
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Siasat News✓
Nov 12, 2026, 06:40 AM
Telangana Congress Plans Biopic on Sonia Gandhi's Life

Telangana Congress Plans Biopic on Sonia Gandhi's Life

Congress leaders and workers from Sangareddy Assembly Constituency, Telangana, are planning to produce a biopic on Sonia Gandhi based on her ‘Belonging’ memoir. Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) working president T Jagga Reddy announced the plan a day after the release of Sonia Gandhi’s autobiography, “ Belonging: A Journey of Love .” Addressing a gathering of Congress leaders and workers, Jagga Reddy said that party members from the constituency would jointly fund and produce the film. For the project, Sangareddy Congress constituency convener Julakanti Anjaneyulu announced a contribution of Rs 2 crore. In order to manage the film’s production and arrangements, Jagga Reddy has proposed a 50-member committee. For the formal launch of the shooting, he added that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud would be invited. As per the plan, the proposed film will show various phases of Sonia Gandhi’s life. The biopic will also include her family background and political career. According to Jagga Reddy, the biopic will show her life as the daughter-in-law of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, wife of Rajiv Gandhi, and mother of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. It will also highlight the assassinations of Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi. Speaking about Sonia Gandhi’s political decisions, Jagga Reddy said she had never been interested in becoming Prime Minister. He recalled that in 2004, when several Congress leaders wanted her to take the top post, she chose Manmohan Singh to become Prime Minister. Apart from announcing the biopic, Jagga Reddy said Congress workers would receive copies of Sonia Gandhi’s autobiography. The party plans to purchase and distribute the book among its cadres so they can learn about her personal life, challenges and political journey.
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Nov 12, 2026, 06:36 AM
Bulldozer Deployed Outside TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee's Residence Amid Police Surveillance Allegations

Bulldozer Deployed Outside TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee's Residence Amid Police Surveillance Allegations

: A bulldozer was deployed outside TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee’s residence here on Thursday, November 12, as civic workers demolished a temporary bamboo shed erected over the footpath and removed an iron gate allegedly obstructing pedestrian movement. A large contingent of Kolkata Police personnel and central forces was deployed outside the TMC national general secretary’s residence at 121, Kalighat Road, as municipal workers were seen using a bulldozer to pull down the temporary structure. Workers subsequently removed the bamboo poles and cleared the footpath. An iron gate installed outside the boundary wall of the residence was also being dismantled using a gas cutter, following allegations that it had encroached on the footpath. The civic action comes amid a politically charged standoff over the structure, with the TMC alleging police surveillance outside his residence and the BJP-led state government facing questions over the circumstances surrounding the demolition. The controversy intensified on Wednesday after Banerjee alleged that police personnel were conducting surveillance outside his residence using vehicles. He also posted a video on social media to substantiate his claim. Police personnel again went near the residence on Wednesday evening. The TMC claimed that the police had gone there to facilitate the removal of the shed. Abhishek’s office staff had themselves begun dismantling the temporary structure on Wednesday. TMC spokesperson Arka Nag had said the shed was originally erected by the West Bengal Directorate of Security when Banerjee enjoyed Z-plus security cover to accommodate personnel assigned to his protection. “The shed was constructed by the police. With the withdrawal of the additional security cover, the structure is no longer required. Therefore, arrangements are being made on behalf of Abhishek Banerjee to remove it,” Nag had said. The party maintained that the structure had served a security-related purpose and was not an unauthorised construction put up by the MP. However, the civic authorities moved in on Thursday morning to complete the removal of the structure and clear the stretch of footpath. The issue has also triggered concerns among local people, several of whom had questioned the presence of the temporary structure, alleging that it restricted pedestrian movement and forced people to negotiate a congested stretch of road. The controversy dates back to November 6, when tensions flared in Kalighat during celebrations marking Banerjee’s birthday. A large number of people were seen gathering beneath the temporary shed during the celebrations. The developments have acquired a political edge as they come against the backdrop of a change of government in West Bengal, with the BJP now in power and the TMC seeking to position itself as the principal opposition force. Banerjee’s allegation of police surveillance outside his residence on Wednesday, followed by the deployment of a bulldozer and a substantial police presence during the civic operation, has added another dimension to the confrontation.
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Nov 12, 2026, 06:23 AM
Nvidia's Crisis: CEO's Affair Raises Questions About Chip Exports and Espionage

Nvidia's Crisis: CEO's Affair Raises Questions About Chip Exports and Espionage

: Jensen Huang, the chief executive and co-founder of chipmaking company Nvidia, recently admitted to an extramarital affair. However, it’s not just a tabloid story: the woman involved, Alice Huang, has been accused of being a Chinese intelligence agent. Computer chips – specifically the chips used to produce and run artificial intelligence (AI) systems – have become a key front in the United States’ rivalry with China for geopolitical power and influence. The most powerful chips are needed for the most advanced AI, and the US has tried to maintain its edge over China by restricting access to those chips. While the Chinese government rejects claims of espionage, Alice Huang has reportedly been under investigation by the US for years. So what’s so special about Nvidia? What’s in it for China? And if Jensen Huang goes down, what else could go down with him? The world’s biggest AI chip company Nvidia is the world’s biggest supplier of the high-end chips used for AI and data centres, with some estimates putting its market share over 80%. The now multi-trillion-dollar company got its start making chips called graphic processing units (GPUs), used largely for video games. However, these chips – and their successors – turned out to be ideal for the kind of number-crunching needed for training and using AI models. Other companies such as Google and AMD have tried to make chips that can compete with Nvidia for speed and efficiency, however neither has been able to displace Nvidia from its dominance of the AI market. Why China may be interested As a consequence, Nvidia has played a key role in the US government’s strategy to stall China’s development of AI. Sales of Nvidia’s most powerful chips to China have been restricted since 2022 – though the restrictions were somewhat relaxed last year. However, Chinese enterprises have repeatedly tested the boundaries of US sanctions. Southeast Asian companies including Megaspeed, Alice Huang’s former employer, have been accused of buying up Nvidia chips and exporting them into China. Jensen Huang has lobbied intently for a relaxation of US chip export restrictions, which is being seen in a new light after the revelation of his relationship with Alice Huang. Skipping the sanctions Trade records indicate over US$3 billion in chips crossed from Singapore to China in a single year, alongside similar volumes from Malaysia. Selling access to banned Nvidia chips to Chinese companies has also become a growth industry. Nvidia’s value has soared with the AI boom. However, its share price has fallen after the disclosure of the Huang incident, with some analysts asking whether the company propped up sales figures by ignoring sanctions. It has also been reported that an Nvidia executive leaned on US officials to halt an investigation into the firm’s relationship with Megaspeed. Regulatory impact Nvidia’s share price tumbled after the affair was revealed. Now the company is reportedly under criminal investigation. At the same time, US technology regulators are mobilising, with Congress requesting Jensen Huang explain his interactions with Alice Huang, and how Nvidia protects itself against foreign espionage. If Nvidia is forced to guarantee its chips don’t enter China, its sales pipeline may grind to a halt. And if Nvidia hits trouble, the financial impacts could be much wider. The AI sector is notorious for the amount of circular financing going on – where companies invest in their own suppliers or customers. Nvidia is a key player in this loop. Investors are already fretting over whether the enormous amounts of money sunk into AI can ever return profits. While leading AI model builders Anthropic and OpenAI are moving toward public listings or fresh funding rounds, both face harsh reality checks. OpenAI has delayed its own planned stock market listing, while Anthropic’s expected share market listing is rumoured to face a “junk bond” rating, meaning it’s a high-risk investment. Data centre firms too are losing value as they face community pushback and soaring energy costs. Governance crisis So what now? Clearly Nvidia faces a crisis, with a backlash against AI and data centres sweeping the US, US investigators looking at it closely, and the company’s own board of directors investigating its chief executive. On top of this, Nvidia has been inseparable from Jensen Huang’s personal brand for decades – and that brand is now somewhat tarnished. Until now, investors have supported the company, and Jensen, as visionary underwriters of the entire AI ecosystem. If that changes, or the company otherwise loses its way, a shortage of GPUs may be the least of the AI industry’s problems.
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Nov 12, 2026, 06:19 AM
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Accused of Insulting Lord Krishna by Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Accused of Insulting Lord Krishna by Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday accused Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath of insulting Lord Krishna through his remarks about cowherds, after the chief minister took a swipe at him over his earlier comments about people from Uttarakhand. Yadav also claimed that the BJP would be defeated in the 2027 Assembly elections. The latest exchange follows a controversy triggered by Yadav's October 24 remarks about alleged infiltrators in Uttar Pradesh. While questioning the BJP's claims about infiltration, Yadav had said that people from Uttarakhand were among the biggest infiltrators in the state. The BJP criticised the remark as an insult to Uttarakhand and its people. The SP later clarified that Yadav was referring to an individual not the people of the hill state, an apparent reference to Adityanath, who was born in present-day Uttarakhand, and not the people of the state.
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Dainik Jagran
Nov 12, 2026, 06:12 AM
MP Chief Minister to Energize BJP Workers in Khatima

MP Chief Minister to Energize BJP Workers in Khatima

Jagran Correspondent, Khatima | Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister डा.मोहन Yadav will energize the BJP workers by reaching Khatima on Thursday. His program is proposed to be held at Shaheed Harikishan Inter College at Village Ashok Farm. On Wednesday, District Panchayat President Ajay Maurya and BJP office bearers inspected the venue and took stock of the preparations and arrangements. District Panchayat President Ajay Maurya said that the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh will land at Lohiahead Helipad on Thursday afternoon 12:55 from where he will reach Shaheed Harikishan Inter College at Village Ashok Farm by car and address the workers'conference held there. Meanwhile, ZP President Maurya along with Ministers of State Kishan Singh Kinna, Mohani Pokhriyal, Gambhir Singh Dhami, Ramesh Joshi, Randeep Pokhriyal, TVS President Gopal Bora, Himanshu Bisht, Amit Pandey, Jeevan Dhami and other BJP office bearers and workers inspected the venue and discussed the arrangements to make the event grand.
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Dainik Jagran
Nov 12, 2026, 06:07 AM
Himachal MLA Sunder Singh Thakur Threatens to Quit Congress Over Cabinet Position

Himachal MLA Sunder Singh Thakur Threatens to Quit Congress Over Cabinet Position

Kullu MLA Sunder Singh Thakur has thrown a decisive challenge to the clamour for cabinet expansion in Himachal Pradesh politics. He has given clear indications that if he does not get a place in the cabinet by December 11, he may take a step like breaking ties with the Congress. His pain came out in the open in a meeting with party office-bearers at the periphery house in Kullu on Wednesday. He became so emotional while making his point that he burst into tears. Sunder Singh asked the workers and office-bearers to tell him what he should do next. He did not limit the whole episode to mere ministerial candidature, but linked it to self-respect and the respect of the people of Kullu. He said that the government is going to complete four years on December 11, but even after so long, he has not been able to get a place in the cabinet. The MLA gave an ultimatum till December 11, indicating that if the demand is not met, he may resign from the party as well as he has the right to remain independent or leave the political field.
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