Monday, November 25
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge accused the BJP of playing politics over the Waqf Board land claims issue. The claims, affecting farmers, temples, and historical sites, have sparked controversy. The government has ordered a halt to land mutation processes and the withdrawal of eviction notices.
India's recent government cleanliness drive, Special Campaign 4.0, proved fruitful, generating over Rs 650 crore from scrap disposal and freeing up significant office space. The campaign, part of a larger initiative from 2021-24, has earned Rs 2,364 crore so far. Over 5.97 lakh sites were covered, reflecting the campaign's growing reach.
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir were engaged in two separate encounters with terrorists on Sunday. One operation took place in Srinagar's Zabarwan forest area, while the other unfolded in the Keshwan area of Kishtwar. These encounters follow a recent surge in anti-militancy operations in the region.
An exchange of fire erupted between terrorists and security forces in Srinagar's Zabarwan forest area on Sunday, following a joint operation initiated by the police and security forces based on intelligence inputs about the presence of terrorists. This incident follows the neutralization of a terrorist in Sopore, Baramulla district, on Saturday evening.
During his time as Guest Editor for The Times of India, Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud discussed the pressures judges face not only from the government but also from private entities utilizing media to influence decisions. He emphasized the importance of judicial independence, balancing government collaboration with maintaining the judiciary's distinct role. CJI Chandrachud also advocated for clearer legal language and a departure from outdated courtroom traditions.
India is expanding civilian access to its navigation system, NaVIC, by introducing new satellites with L1 band technology. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) aims to launch a dozen satellites annually by 2025 and is developing space law to support the burgeoning space sector. ISRO also plans to transfer its mini-launcher technology to the private sector within two years.
India is expanding civilian access to its navigation system, NaVIC, by introducing new satellites with L1 band technology. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) aims to launch a dozen satellites annually by 2025 and is developing space law to support the burgeoning space sector. ISRO also plans to transfer its mini-launcher technology to the private sector within two years.
The Supreme Court, in a split verdict, overturned a 1967 ruling that stripped Aligarh Muslim University of its minority status. However, the court referred the final decision on reinstating the status to a three-judge bench, leaving the matter unresolved.
