Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has issued a warning that his country could use nuclear weapons against Ukraine if it faced aggression, including attacks using conventional weapons. The announcement comes amid heightened tensions between the two nations, with Ukraine seeking permission from the UK and US to target Russian bases with long-range cruise missiles and supersonic battlefield range missiles. Russia’s ally China has called for calm, with President Xi Jinping cautioning against the use of nuclear weapons. This statement from Putin has sparked concerns about the possibility of a nuclear conflict in the region.
In a move to preserve and celebrate India's diverse cultural heritage, the Union Cabinet has approved the status of classical language to five Indian languages: Marathi, Pali, Prakrit, Assamese, and Bengali. This brings the total number of recognized classical languages to 11, with the government acknowledging their significance in preserving the country's rich history and tradition. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee both took to social media to express their delight at this decision, emphasizing the importance of promoting regional languages in India.
The Telangana High Court has issued notices to the Speaker of the Assembly and ten MLAs who defected from Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) party to the ruling Congress party. The notices were issued in response to a PIL petition filed by Dr. K.A. Paul of Prajashanthi Party. The petitioner has requested the court to disqualify the MLAs and prevent the commercialization of elected representatives. However, the court rejected the petitioner's request to restrain the MLAs from attending assembly sessions and exercising their right to vote.
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission has announced 1088 vacancies for Constable posts in the state police department. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website and check the eligibility criteria and selection process. The detailed advertisement for the recruitment drive is available for download on the website. Don't miss this opportunity to join the police force and stay updated with the latest government job updates.
In a surprise move, former BJP leader and senior Congress leader Ashok Tanwar joined the Congress at a rally led by Rahul Gandhi in Mahendragarh district in Haryana. This comes as a major setback to the BJP, just two days before the Haryana Assembly elections. Tanwar, who had left the Congress last year due to differences with senior leaders, joined the party hours before the end of campaigning. His return to the Congress is expected to give a boost to the party's chances of winning the election after a decade.
In a surprising move, Dalit leader Ashok Tanwar, a prominent figure in Haryana politics, has left the BJP and rejoined the Congress in a rally led by party leaders Rahul Gandhi and Bhupinder Singh Hooda. This unexpected defection to the opposition party has raised questions among analysts, as Tanwar was reportedly seen campaigning for the BJP earlier in the day. The Congress has welcomed Tanwar back into the party, citing his return as a boost in their fight for Dalit rights in the state. Tanwar himself has stated that he has buried the hatchet with his former party and is looking forward to the future with the Congress.
Two individuals have been detained in Jharkhand's Dhanbad district for trying to cheat during a competitive examination conducted by the state's Staff Selection Commission. The suspects were caught with incriminating evidence, including multiple mobile phones and a list of examinees. The government took measures to ensure a fair exam, including the suspension of mobile internet services during the duration of the test. However, the JSSC chairman claimed that the examination was completed smoothly and without any disruptions.
The Tanzanian government has banned three leading newspapers from publishing their online editions for 30 days after they released an animation depicting President Samia Suluhu Hassan in a negative light. The viral clip highlighted the increasing number of abductions and disappearances in the country, sparking accusations of censorship and stifling of dissent. This comes in the midst of a wave of abductions, arrests, and the brutal killing of an opposition official, raising concerns over freedom of press and human rights ahead of next year's general elections.
In a surprising turn of events, Ashok Tanwar, a prominent political figure in Haryana, has left the BJP and returned to the Congress. Tanwar made his decision public at a rally in Mahendergarh district, where he was welcomed back by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and former CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda. This move, just two days before the state elections, has left many political analysts puzzled and could have a significant impact on the results. The Congress has highlighted the importance of Tanwar's return, especially in their fight for the rights of Dalits in the state, while also criticizing BJP's efforts to undermine the Constitution.
In a surprise political move, Ashok Tanwar, a prominent leader of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Haryana, has joined the Congress party. Tanwar, who was a member of BJP's campaign committee in the state, made his return to Congress official in a public rally attended by party leader Rahul Gandhi. While the reason for his switch remains unclear, the Congress has welcomed Tanwar, stating that his return will strengthen their fight for the rights of Dalits in the state. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi used the opportunity to amplify the ideological differences between Congress and BJP during a poll rally, citing the mistreatment of women wrestlers in Delhi as an example of BJP's anti-Constitution approach.
The holiday for Hindu New Year has sparked anger from Akhilesh Yadav's political party, who have accused the ruling party of intentional exclusion. In an exclusive conversation, S T Hasan addresses the issue, bringing to light the growing discontent and further divisions that this controversy has caused. With Navratri underway, the controversy deepens over the alleged 'scam' involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.