unity and justice

Both lost power. Both saw their political dominance challenged. Yet while Mamata Banerjee has turned to the INDIA bloc as a source of relevance and protection, MK Stalin has chosen to focus on rebuilding his own turf. Their contrasting responses offer a glimpse into the next phase of opposition politics in India.

1,000 Cops To Be Deployed For Friday Prayers

MDMK's Durai Vaiko expressed deep dissatisfaction with contesting on the DMK's 'rising sun' symbol, feeling "insulted" and "humiliated." He stated that the party's general council on June 27 will decide its future course, emphasizing the importance of contesting under its own banner for political identity.

Siddaramaiah congratulated DK Shivakumar on his election as Congress Legislature Party leader, with the swearing-in set for June 3. He expressed confidence in Shivakumar's ability to carry forward Karnataka's development and instill confidence amidst national economic anxieties. Siddaramaiah also emphasized the importance of ideological strength for the Congress party and a renewed struggle to protect the Constitution and national unity.

The Allahabad High Court made headlines by granting bail to a man accused of an unsettling social media post featuring the Indian flag alongside a dog. The judges remarked on the unreasonably lengthy delays in his trial process and argued that holding someone without conviction is counterintuitive to justice.

This is India, says minister Laxmi Hebbalkar; assures action in land case

India's three-language policy is back at the centre of national debate, and the argument is the same one it has always been. The CBSE's 2026 mandate to make three languages compulsory up to Class 10 is framed as a step towards multilingualism and national integration. In Tamil Nadu and much of the South, it is being read as something else entirely. The question is not really about languages. It never was.

In Manipur, the turmoil of three years was met with a vibrant rally advocating for peace and justice, where citizens boldly declared May 3 as 'Anti-Narco Terrorism Day'. Meanwhile, Churachandpur reverberated with voices for 'Separation Day', honoring those displaced. Frustration over the central government’s lack of action was palpable among the thousands who gathered.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his Chinese counterpart Admiral Dong Jun on the sidelines of the SCO Defence Ministers' meeting in Bishkek. The two leaders discussed regional and global security, including developments in West Asia, amidst ongoing efforts to rebuild ties after the 2020 LAC standoff. Singh also held discussions on bilateral defence cooperation with his Russian counterpart.

We should not view the state through a ‘Khalistan’ prism. This is a diaspora obsession, which does complicate India’s international relations, but has little to do with improving livelihoods locally

India marked the first anniversary of the horrific Pahalgam terror attack with Prime Minister Modi and the Army vowing unwavering resolve. The nation remembers the 26 innocent lives lost, with a strong message that terror will not succeed. India's decisive response, 'Operation Sindoor,' and subsequent 'Operation Mahadev' neutralized perpetrators, ensuring justice.