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Mallikarjun Kharge takes jibe at BJP after India’s Oscar wins, says please don’t take credit

The wins for The Elephant Whisperers and RRR mark a new recognition of the full spectrum of cinema that India produces, said Jagdeep Dhankar.

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Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge took a jibe at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) while speaking in Rajya Sabha today on India’s glory at the Oscars. Rajya Sabha MPs congratulated the makers of Naatu Naatu, the chartbuster from SS Rajamauli’s film RRR and the Tamil documentary The Elephant Whisperers for winning two Oscars.

Congratulating the makers of Naatu Naatu for winning Oscar for Best Original Song and The Elephant Whisperers for winning Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film, Kharge said it is a matter of great pride for India. Taking a dig at the ruling BJP, he said they should not say Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed the film.

Congress chief said his request is that the ruling party should not take credit that they have directed, they have written the poem, or Modi Ji has directed this film. They should not say that is only my request. It is the contribution of the country, he added.

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Not just the opposition members but also the treasury benches laughed in response to the comments. Jagdeep Dhankhar, the vice president and chairman of the Rajya Sabha, and Piyush Goyal, the leader of the House, were also seen laughing. Dr. S. Jaishankar, minister of external affairs, Mansukh Mandaviya, minister of health, and Bhupender Yadav, minister of labour, were seen smiling too.

Earlier during the proceedings, Jagdeep Dhankhar expressed that the 95th Academy Awards was a moment of glory for us.

The wins for The Elephant Whisperers and RRR mark a new recognition of the full spectrum of cinema that India produces, he added.

Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Jaya Bachchan said she was happy that the House was discussing the most important ambassadors of the country, the film fraternity.

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MDMK ends nine-year alliance with DMK, keeps options open on joining Vijay-led front

MDMK has formally severed ties with the DMK after nine years, while refraining from immediately joining Chief Minister Joseph Vijay’s alliance.

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The Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK), led by Vaiko, has formally ended its nine-year association with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), marking a significant shift in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape. The decision was taken during the party’s general council meeting held on Friday.

MDMK cites attempts to weaken party

In resolutions adopted at the meeting, the MDMK alleged that efforts had been made to weaken the party within the DMK-led alliance, making it difficult to continue the association. The party also claimed there were attempts aimed at facilitating an AIADMK return to power, allegations that were rejected by the DMK.

Although political observers have speculated about the MDMK moving closer to Chief Minister Joseph Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), the party did not formally announce any alliance with the ruling front. Instead, it said decisions regarding future political alignments would be taken at an appropriate time.

Warm remarks for Vijay government fuel speculation

The MDMK’s resolutions welcomed the state government’s functioning under Chief Minister Joseph Vijay and urged it to remain committed to key promises, including ensuring corruption-free governance and safeguarding Tamil Nadu’s interests on issues such as the Mekedatu dam project. These remarks have intensified speculation about a possible future understanding between the two sides.

The development comes amid broader political realignments in Tamil Nadu following the 2026 Assembly elections, with several parties reassessing their alliances in the changed political scenario.

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Fadnavis, Uddhav Thackeray share Mumbai-Nagpur flight amid Maharashtra political developments

Devendra Fadnavis and Uddhav Thackeray shared a Mumbai-Nagpur flight, drawing attention amid ongoing political developments in Maharashtra.

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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray were seen travelling on the same commercial flight from Mumbai to Nagpur, triggering fresh political discussions in the state.

The two leaders, who have remained political rivals in recent years, reportedly exchanged greetings and briefly interacted during the journey. Reacting to the unexpected encounter, Fadnavis remarked that the meeting of the leaders had become the “biggest news of the day”.

Thackeray was accompanied by his son and MLA Aaditya Thackeray, Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut and other senior leaders of the Shiv Sena (UBT). The flight came at a time when Maharashtra politics has witnessed significant developments, including recent defections from the Thackeray-led party.

The shared journey quickly sparked speculation in political circles. However, leaders from the ruling alliance played down the development, describing it as a routine interaction between political opponents rather than an indication of any new political understanding.

While the brief interaction generated considerable attention, no political discussions or meetings beyond customary greetings were officially reported.

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Amit Shah says Centre will amend NDPS Act to tighten crackdown on drug syndicates

Amit Shah said the Centre is relooking the NDPS Act to plug loopholes exploited by narco syndicates and strengthen anti-drug enforcement across India.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Centre is preparing amendments to the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act to close loopholes allegedly exploited by drug trafficking networks and strengthen India’s anti-narcotics framework.

Addressing the 10th apex-level meeting of the Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD) in New Delhi, Shah said the government is re-examining the existing law and invited states to submit suggestions for the proposed changes. The amendments are being worked on by the Ministry of Finance to make the legislation more effective in tackling organised drug syndicates.

Centre seeks stronger legal framework against narcotics

Shah stressed the need for a tougher approach towards drug traffickers and peddlers, while advocating a compassionate stance towards victims of addiction. He outlined a three-pronged strategy against drug trafficking — “detect, disrupt and destroy” — and urged all stakeholders to intensify efforts against the narcotics menace.

The Home Minister also asked state governments to share suggestions on strengthening the NDPS Act. Directors General of Police have been asked to forward recommendations to the Ministry of Home Affairs, while Chief Secretaries can submit their inputs to the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance.

Seizures of synthetic drugs rise over past decade

Highlighting the government’s anti-drug campaign, Shah said that between 2004 and 2014, around 26 lakh kilograms of synthetic drugs were seized across the country. In comparison, agencies confiscated approximately 1.18 crore kilograms of synthetic drugs between 2014 and 2026.

He further said the estimated value of drugs seized during 2014-2026 stood at around Rs 1.84 lakh crore, significantly higher than the nearly Rs 40,000 crore worth of narcotics seized during the previous decade. According to Shah, these figures reflect the expanded scale and effectiveness of anti-drug enforcement efforts.

The minister also called for real-time information sharing among states through digital platforms developed by the Narcotics Control Bureau and urged authorities to ensure NCORD meetings deliver measurable outcomes. He unveiled the “Vision Document on Drug Control (2026-2029)”, which aims to provide a roadmap for reducing drug demand, curbing supply and minimising harm caused by substance abuse.

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