POLITICS
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Mar- 2025 -19 March
Modi pens letter to “India’s illustrious daughter” Sunita Williams ahead of her ‘homecoming’
In the heartfelt letter, PM Modi writes, “Even though you are thousands of miles away, you continue to remain close to our hearts. The people of India are praying for your good health and success in your mission.” New Delhi: As the NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore begin their journey back home from space, after staying ‘stranded’ at the International Space Station (ISS) for about nine months, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written a letter to one of India’s most illustrious daughters hoping for her safe return. The letter, penned by PM Modi to Sunita Williams on March 1, 2025, was shared by Minister of Minister in PMO Dr Jitendra Singh on his social media handle. “As the whole…
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19 March
Shiv Sena MLAs demand removal of Aurangzeb’s grave, protest at Maharashtra Assembly
The Shiv Sena legislators’ protest took place minutes after the opposition’s protest demanding the removal of BJP minister for fisheries and ports Nitesh Rane for allegedly spreading hatred in the state. Mumbai: Shiv Sena ministers and MLAs on Tuesday staged a protest at the entrance of the Maharashtra Legislature demanding the immediate removal of Aurangzeb’s grave in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Ministers Bharat Gogavale, and Prakash Abitkar, who were accompanied by the legislators, Vijay Shivtare, Santosh Bangar, Manisha Kayande, Sanjay Gaikwad among others, raised slogans to press their demand and displayed banners, saying, “Destroy the grave of Aurangzeb, who inhumanly tortured Shambhu Raja.” “Shiv Sena strongly demands the removal of the grave. Keep four shoes near the grave so that those coming and…
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19 March
Nagpur violence: Maharashtra LoP accuses Goshamahal MLA Raja Singh of ‘inciting violence’
He also launched a scathing attack on the state government, alleging that the violence in Nagpur was a “government-sponsored incident.” Mumbai: Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Maharashtra Assembly, Vijay Wadettiwar, on Tuesday targeted Telangana BJP leader T Raja Singh, demanding that he be banned in Maharashtra for allegedly inciting violence. He also launched a scathing attack on the state government, alleging that the violence in Nagpur was a “government-sponsored incident.” Addressing reporters, Wadettiwar said, “If the big-mouthed has come from Telangana, T. Raja Singh should be banned in Maharashtra. He is not even acknowledged by a dog in Telangana, yet he comes here and keeps blabbering, inciting violence. So, such worthless people should be shown their place in the first place.”…
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19 March
Uttar Pradesh: Sambhal returns to primitive practice for sehri calls, azaan as govt bans loudspeakers
Sambhal shot to front-page headlines after riots broke out there last November following a survey of the Mughal-era Shahi Jama Masjid Sambhal (UP): It is 3 am and the only figure visible in Sambhal city’s dark-lit bylanes is a lonesome man, walking down lazily with a kaftan loosely draped around his neck and a green ‘saafa’ covering his head. Ever since the beginning of Ramzan, Mohammad Suhail has been giving a wake-up call to the ‘rozedaars’ (people observing fast during Ramzan) to begin their ‘sehri’ (the meal before the fast). With a drum hanging around his neck, Suhail shouts, “Uth jao bhaiyo, sehri kaa time ho chuka hai…” He repeats his message twice and then beats the drum. Muslims have been…
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19 March
Nagpur violence was govt-sponsored, says Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange
The government is giving protection to Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s grave, and at the same time there is a demand (from right-wing outfits) for its removal, Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange said Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange on Tuesday claimed that violence in Nagpur was “sponsored” by the Mahayuti government and blamed Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for the unrest in the city. They (government) are giving protection to Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s grave (located in Chhatrapati Samabhajinagar district), and at the same time there is a demand (from right-wing outfits) for its removal, Jarange said, adding that people should see through it. Violence erupted in central Nagpur on Monday evening, with stones hurled at police amid rumours that the holy book…
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19 March
Nagpur violence: ‘Chhaava’ reignited people’s emotions against Aurangzeb, says Maharashtra CM Fadnavis
CM Fadnavis said the Vicky Kaushal-starrer “Chhaava”, based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, brought before the people the true history of the Maratha king Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said the violence in Nagpur appears to be premeditated in which the mob targeted specific houses, and stated that “Chhaava” film reignited people’s emotions against Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. Speaking in the legislative assembly, Fadnavis said the Vicky Kaushal-starrer “Chhaava”, based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, brought before the people the true history of the Maratha king. Chhatrapati Sambhaji, son of Maratha empire founder Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, was tortured and killed by Aurangzeb. “After that (the movie), people’s emotions have been reignited. The anger against Aurangzeb is being…
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19 March
India’s daughter Sunita Williams, other astronauts rewritten history of human endurance in space: Rajnath Singh
Williams and Wilmore initially launched to the ISS on June 6, 2024, aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. However, after a malfunction in the spacecraft, they were left stranded. New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised astronaut Sunita Williams and her fellow crew members for their extraordinary achievements in space, following their safe return to Earth. The Defence Minister on Wednesday, took to the social media platform X to express his delight, writing, “Delighted at the safe return of NASA’s Crew-9 on Earth! The crew, comprising of India’s daughter Sunita Williams and other astronauts, have rewritten the history of human endurance and perseverance in space.” “Sunita Williams’ incredible journey, unwavering dedication, fortitude, and fighting spirit will inspire millions across the globe. Her safe return is a…
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19 March
Israeli strikes across Gaza kill 326 Palestinians
The surprise bombardment shattered a ceasefire in place since January and threatened to fully reignite the 17-month-old war Deir Al-Balah: Israel launched airstrikes across the Gaza Strip early on Tuesday, killing at least 326 Palestinians, including women and children, according to hospital officials. The surprise bombardment shattered a ceasefire in place since January and threatened to fully reignite the 17-month-old war. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the strikes after Hamas refused Israeli demands to change the ceasefire agreement. Officials said the operation was open-ended and was expected to expand. The White House said it had been consulted and voiced support for Israel’s actions. The Israeli military ordered people to evacuate eastern Gaza, including much of the northern town of Beit Hanoun and other communities further south, and head toward the centre of the territory, indicating that Israel could soon launch renewed…
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19 March
World War II: Women spies who tricked Nazis
Women were hired for spying during World War-II, and were the only ones allowed to take on a combatant role by the British Army. However, many of them have been forgotten Oxford: If spy films have taught us anything, it’s that the people chosen for a career in espionage are special. They are the cream of the crop selected because they exhibit unique skills: high levels of intelligence and certain emotional traits that made them perfect for spying. During the World War-II, the Special Operations Executive (SOE) was a British agency tasked with training spies to conduct espionage, sabotage and reconnaissance in German-occupied Europe and east Asia. Active from 1940 to 1946, SOE was a pioneering British secret service. This is…
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19 March
Parents of missing Sudiksha Konanki want her to be declared dead
Sudiksha Konanki, a permanent resident of the United States, was last seen on March 6 at the Riu Republic Resort in Punta Cana town. She has gone missing while on vacation in the Dominican Republic New York: The family of missing 20-year-old Indian student Sudiksha Konanki has asked police in the Dominican Republic to declare her dead, according to US media reports. Konanki, a citizen of India and a permanent resident of the United States, was last seen on March 6 at the Riu Republic Resort in Punta Cana town. She has gone missing while on vacation in the Dominican Republic and US federal law enforcement agencies are working with authorities in the Caribbean country in the probe into her disappearance. Despite an extensive search, her body has not…
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