Jawaharlal Nehru University’s administration has firmly advised its student’s union to cancel the screening of Raam Ke Naam documentary helmed by Anand Patwardhan. The administration said that such an unauthorised activity may disturb the communal harmony and the peaceful environment of the campus.
Veteran journalist Vinod Dua passes away at 67
Veteran journalist Vinod Dua passed away on December 4 after his long time battle with poor health. Her daughter Mallika Dua confirmed the demise of her father by sharing an Instagram story of the same. Vinod Dua was battling with life since April this year when he was infected with Covid, since then he was in hospital.
AAP MLA Raghav Chadha pays surprise visit to Chamkaur Sahib, exposes illegal mining in Punjab CM Channi’s constituency
Aam Aadmi Party MLA Raghav Chadha on Saturday paid a surprise visit to Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi’s constituency and exposed alleged illegal mining in the state. AAP leader Raghav Chadha said that it was a mega raid by the party to expose the reality of Punjab o its people.
New Zealand bowled out for 62 runs in 2nd Test match, India leads by 263
India bowled out New Zealand for just 62 runs on day 2 of the 2nd Test match in Mumbai. Mohamed Siraj drew the first blood after dismissing Kiwi openers in the same over and after that New Zealand’s innings rattled against the Indian bowlers. R Ashwin picked 4 wickets, while Md Siraj, Axar Patel, and Jayant Yadav scalped 3, 2, and 1 wicket, respectively.
India reports 3rd confirmed case of Omicron variant from Jamnagar, Gujarat
India reported 3rd confirmed case of the Omicron variant from Gujarat’s Jamnagar. A person who came from Zimbabwe was infected with the new variant Omicron. The state health department confirmed that his sample has been sent to Pune.
The first case of #Omicron variant in Gujarat reported in Jamnagar. A person who came from Zimbabwe was infected with the variant. His sample has been sent to Pune: State health department
Tamil Nadu makes passing Tamil exam mandatory for state government jobs
The Tamil Nadu government on December 4 passed an order to make Tamil exams mandatory for all state government jobs. Now, those who aspire to take government jobs in Tamil Nadu must pass class 10 with a subject of Tamil language, and it must have a minimum of 40% marks in it.
Mumbai Police files first chargesheet against Param Bir Singh and 3 others including Sachin Waze
The Mumbai Police filed a first chargesheet against Ex-CP Param Bir Singh and 3 others, in connection with extortion calls that were made to a hotelier Bimal Agarwal.
Meanwhile, Singh was suspended from the Maharashtra Police force on Thursday.
Ajaz Patel becomes third bowler to take 10 wickets in Test inning
The left-arm spinner of New Zealand Ajaz Patel has become the third bowler after Jim Laker and Anil Kumble to take ten wickets in a Test inning, against India. The Test innings are currently taking place in Mumbai.
Mayank Agarwal departs after completing 150 runs against New Zealand
Indian opener Mayank Agarwal departed after completing his 150 runs against New Zealand on day 2 of the Mumbai Test match. While Axar Patel on the other end is still going strong and is about to complete his half-century. India is currently batting at 305-7. Kiwi spinner Azaz Patel took all seven wickets.
India to tour South Africa for 3 Tests and 3 ODIs, amid Omicron scare
BCCI secretary Jai Shah on December 4 confirmed that India will tour South Africa amid the Omicron scare. India will play 3 Tests and 3 ODIs, while the T20 series will be played later. Earlier, there were speculations that the Indian team might cancel the South Africa tour due to the sudden boom in the new variant Omicron.
Former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Konijeti Rosaiah passes away at 88
The former chief minister of Andhra Pradesh Konijeti Rosaiah passed away on Saturday. He was 88-years-old. In the year 2009-2010, he served as the CM of Andhra Pradesh. Konijeti Rosaiah also served as the governor of Tamil Nadu.
PM Modi to inaugurate and lay foundation stone of multiple projects worth around Rs 18,000 cr in Dehradun today
According to Uttar Pradesh BJP general secretary Kuldip Kumar, the Prime Minister will arrive at Dehradun’s Parade Ground, the rally location, at 12.30 p.m. He will then inaugurate the seven developmental projects and lay foundation stones of 11 others worth Rs 18,000 crore. PM Modi will also lay the foundation stone of the Delhi-Dehradun economic corridor which will reduce the time travel hours between these cities from 6 hours to 2.5 hours. Later, he will address the nation at 1 pm.
Manufacturing of over five lakh AK-203 Rifles to start at Amethi, Uttar Pradesh
AK-203 Rifles with a 7.62 x 39mm calibre will replace the INSAS Rifle, which has been in service for nearly three decades. The AK-203 Assault Rifles are light and easy to use, having a range of 300 metres. Soldiers will benefit from modern assault rifles with proven technology.
PM Modi extends his greetings to Indian Navy, says they are forefront of mitigating crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of Navy Day, extended his greetings to the Indian Navy. PM Modi said that our nation is proud of the exemplary contributions of the naval army that they have always been at the forefront of any mitigating crisis situation like natural disasters.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a sharp attack on the Congress after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led alliance secured a decisive victory in the 2026 Assam Assembly elections.
Reacting to the results, Sarma took a swipe at Congress leader Pawan Khera, saying that the people of Assam had made him “eat pera,” a remark aimed at highlighting the party’s defeat in the state.
The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) registered a commanding win, marking its third consecutive term in Assam. The BJP itself won a significant number of seats, while its allies — the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) — also contributed to the alliance’s strong tally.
The victory underlines the BJP’s continued dominance in the northeastern state, with Sarma emerging as the central figure in the party’s campaign and governance narrative.
Political observers note that the scale of the mandate reflects voter support for the party’s leadership and its governance approach, even as the opposition struggled to mount an effective challenge.
With this result, the BJP has further strengthened its position in Assam’s political landscape, while the Congress faces renewed questions over its performance in the state.
Yogi Adityanath has reiterated that strict action will be taken against anyone found forcibly occupying others’ land, underlining his government’s firm stance against illegal encroachment.
According to media reports, the Chief Minister issued the directive while addressing grievances, making it clear that such cases will not be tolerated and will be dealt with through strong legal measures. He instructed officials to ensure that victims receive timely relief and justice.
Adityanath emphasised that protecting citizens’ property rights remains a priority for the state government. He directed administrative and police authorities to act promptly in cases of land grabbing and ensure that illegal कब्ज़ा is removed without delay.
The Chief Minister has consistently maintained a tough position on land-related disputes. In recent interactions with the public, he has stressed the need for swift resolution of complaints and warned officials against negligence in handling such matters.
He also highlighted that strict legal action should be taken against those involved in unlawful occupation, ensuring accountability and deterrence against repeat offences.
The move is seen as part of the government’s broader push to strengthen law and order and curb the activities of land mafias in the state.
Following the Bharatiya Janata Party’s sweeping victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026, senior leader Suvendu Adhikari made a strong political statement, indicating that the party’s next focus will be the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections in 2027.
Riding on the momentum of the party’s performance in Bengal, Adhikari said that several opposition leaders have already lost political ground and added that Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav would be “next” in line.
The BJP leader, who secured key victories in constituencies such as Bhabanipur and Nandigram, also claimed that the defeat of the ruling Trinamool Congress marked the beginning of a political decline for Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He asserted that her “political exile has started,” referring to her electoral losses in recent contests.
Adhikari further criticised the Trinamool Congress, comparing it with other opposition parties and alleging that it lacked ideology and was driven by family-based politics. He also suggested that several leaders and workers from the TMC could shift allegiance to the BJP in the coming period.
The BJP’s strong showing in West Bengal marks a major political shift in the state, where the party has managed to significantly expand its footprint. Political observers say the latest remarks underline the party’s intent to carry its electoral momentum into upcoming state elections, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, which is expected to be a key battleground in 2027.
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