A Team Of DRI Officials found a container at a container freight station near Mundra port in Gujarat. The officials suspected something illegal because of sudden security changes and transportation in Kutch district. After a search, DRI has seized 56 kg of cocaine highly addictive drug. Although the officials did not reveal the worth of cocaine, it could be around Rs 550 crores as the market price of 1kg of cocaine is approximately ten crores in international markets. In September last year, the DRI, after a search, found two containers full from the same port Mundra and seized approximately 3,000 kg of drug, which is derived from Afghanistan. It's worth must be around Rs 21,000 crores in the international market. Earlier in February this year, 750 kg drugs coat at...
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Uddhav Thackeray’s Plight Deteriorates As Shiv Sena-Maha Vikas Aghadi Situation Aggravates
Shiv Sena's and the Maharashtra MVA government's woes are exacerbated by the fact that both his party and the coalition's clever players seemed naive when Eknath Shinde's revolt became clear. It's worth noting that Maharashtra's home minister is an NCP member; given the way police and politics interact, one could wonder whether Sena was informed by NCP that some 20 or so MLAs were about to defect to BJP-ruled Gujarat. Sharad Pawar loves to remain on top of the game no matter what happens in Maharashtra politics, and he regularly does so. Pawar's involvement might be intriguing if the drama over the future of MVA begins to unfold and if the BJP makes a strong drive for government formation. The fact that Uddhav Thackeray had a strong track record as an administrator and that the M...
Read MoreShiv Sena Alliance With NCP-Congress: Uddhav Thackeray In A Pivotal Role For Eknath Shinde’s Rebellion
Uddhav Thackeray's desperation to be Maharashtra's Chief Minister led to Saffron Shiv Sena becoming a supporter of the NCP-Congress, and he did so in order to raise his son as a potential rival to the dynamic Devendra Fadnavis, who had already proven his mettle as a leader and administrator during his time as Chief Minister from 2014 to 2019. During the 1992 riots, the Shiv Sena was popularly seen as a protector of Hindu interests since its members had been reared on the Hindutva ideology of Balasaheb Thackeray from infancy. Uddhav Thackeray, the leader of the NCP-Congress, suddenly begged the aggressive Shiv Sainik, who saw in his idols Shivaji Maharaj and Bal Thackeray the epitome of nationalism and Hindu cultural values, to support the NCP-Congress. Immediately, Shiv Sainiks f...
Read MoreThe debate over some political spokespersons' comments has focused attention on the anti-blasphemy law in India that addresses religious criticism or insults of a particular religion and community. Currently, India lacks a formal legal framework for dealing with religiously motivated hate speech. What is Blasphemy? The meaning of Blasphemy law is ‘Irreverence toward God, a religious icon, or something else considered sacred. Blasphemy law is considered one of the world's most abused laws. It is frequently regarded as a reasonable restriction on free speech/ Hate speech and expression against any community or religion. This word is regarded as a barrier to the development of scientific temperament among people. It is also a method of imposing one community's religious beliefs and virtues
Read MoreDestruction In Assam: Flood Kills Over 82, 43 Lakh Affected In 34 Districts; HM Amit Shah Takes Stock
Assam is in the grip of devesting floods for the past one week, affecting nearly 43 lakh people. In more than 34 districts. At least more than 84 people have died in the past few days. According to Assam State Disaster Management Authority. Union home minister Amit Shah called Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangama twice a day to inquire about the current situation and assured them that the central team will soon visit the state to assess the damage caused by the floods. Residents said that the water came suddenly Monday afternoon, and incessant rains had inducted, but the situation took a destructive turn in the last 24 hours. Similar scenes were witnessed in Silchar too. More than 5,425 villages under 125 revenue circles of 34 districts. Mor...
Read MoreA section of the country's youth and opponents are vocal in demanding the withdrawal of the Agnipath project in the style of the Agriculture Bill. But National Security Adviser Ajit Doval made it clear today that the project would not be withdrawn in any way. "It's not a sudden decision," he said. Doval's interview today shows that many politicians believe that the National Security Adviser was sent to the country to handle the nationwide protests surrounding the Agnipath project. Last Tuesday, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh announced the Agnipath project. The project stipulates that 75 percent of the Army (Agnibir) recruited on a contract basis will have to retire within four years. Most of the young people in rural India join the army because of the stability of government service and...
Read MoreIndia as an ethnically and religiously diverse country is prone to differences between people leading to violence, displacement due to violence and discrimination because of the people involved . Prime example is Kashmir which an area covered in news reports for its religious fervour , border disputes and terrorist attacks lead by islamic terrorist groups. Often overlooked due to religious and political issues in Kashmir, the insurgency in Manipur for freedom of Manipur from India continues to plague the state. Since 1992 various insurgent groups like the People’s Liberation Army (P.L.A.) and the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak ( PREPAK) have killed civilians, army personnel and government officials in the name of freedom from India’s grasp. These include ambushes in legisla
Read MoreThe Defence sector is an essential part of any country. India has the second-largest military force over active personnel after China. India is the second-largest importer of weapons behind Saudi Arabia. In 2018, India introduced a new defence production policy to reduce weapons imports. Defence production policy of 2018 has a goal of becoming among the top 5 global producers of aerospace and defence manufacturing with an annual export target of US $5 billion by 2025. Between 2016-2020, India is supposed to have 9.5% of total global arms imports. India imports its arms from Russia, France, Israel, The US and UK are the top 5 partners of defence market. DRDO produced many weapons for the Indian Armed forces including Ushus, Advanced light torpedo, and LAC Tejas by the Indian Air force, ...
Read MoreConversion Therapy in India: A Cure To LGBTQIA+ ‘Disease’ To Appease Cultural Virtue?
Conversion therapy by the medical profession is an illegal practice to ‘cure’ and covert any sexual orientation of a person to strictly heteronormative. The patient subjugated to these will be ‘cleansed’ from their sexuality which is part of the L.G.B.T.Q.I.A+ section of sexuality. This practice involves physically and psychologically breaking to resolve their ‘abnormal’ tendencies. There are many reasons why this practice continues to prevail in India. From a religious perspective in Islam(14%) and Christianity( 2%), homosexuality is considered a sin. In Indian society, heteronormativity has become a symbol of pride, family honour, and reputation. There is an infusion of heteronormativity with the idea of masculinity and femininity with the underlying aspect of patriarchy in Indian soc...
Read MoreJudge Rajasekhar Mantha of the Calcutta High Court relied on the State Special Investigation Team (SIT) in the Anis Khan case, a 27-year-old former Aliah University student who was found dead outside his home in Howrah’s Amta neighborhood. Four months later, the Calcutta High Court pronounced its verdict in the murder case of Howrah student leader Anis Khan. On Tuesday, Justice Mantha said there was no need for a CBI probe. The Anis case will be investigated by the state police. The seat will also submit the charge sheet. On the other hand, Anis's father said that they are filing a case in the division bench. Anis died on 18 February. The police were charged with murder in that incident. Special investigation team formed by the state in the name of investigating the incident. Althoug...
Read MoreHimachal Pradesh Assembly Election 2022: Agnipath Scheme Might Make BJP Walk On Fire
The recent Agnipath Scheme introduced by the Government of India created huge stir of controversy with protest all over the country. The scheme is laid down for the recruitment of personnel, in the age group of 17.5 to 21 years with a monthly salary of 30,000-40,000 INR in the Army, Navy and Air-force for a short-term period of four years. The scheme brings down the average age of personnel and reduces pension expenditures as well. The GOI has argued that this scheme is well tested, being in vogue in many countries and that the armed forces will be younger and fitter. Younger generation inclusion will lead to tech-savvy personnel in the armed forces which will be an advantage according to the GOI. They also pointed that youths will be induced with discipline and military ethos that wi...
Read MoreInternational Yoga Day: Why Is It Celebrated On June 21?; Know This Year’s Theme
Yoga is associated with India's culture and roots. It is believed to be very effective to become healthy and happy. Today, along with India, the whole world puts its faith in the power of yoga and therefore International Yoga Day is celebrated every year on 21st June. But do you know why was June 21 chosen as the date of International Yoga Day? When is International Yoga Day celebrated and its importance? While giving a speech at the 69th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposed to celebrate International Yoga Day. The proposal was accepted with a majority within 3 months on 11 December 2014, and the first International Yoga Day was celebrated on 21 June 2015 after which it is being celebrated every year on 21st June all over the world. I
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