Vande Mataram Controversy: Why Was The Song Truncated- Explained

Vande Mataram was shortened to its first two stanzas to promote national unity and address communal sensitivities. The full version remains preserved in literature, while the adopted version continues as India’s National Song.

In the video, when the person recording is the man, where is he from? He replies, "I am from Pakistan". Then, in a series of questions, he explains how he took multiple plane rides to get to the country. 

NCP’s move is important, especially after it was not invited for the meeting held between BJP and Shiv Sena over poll strategy and seat sharing with a resolve to win 150 plus seats in the BMC elections.

Allowing a petition filed by the husband, a bench of Justice Manmohan and Justice Joymalya Bagchi invoked its extraordinary powers to do "complete justice between the parties" and granted divorce on the ground of irretrievable breakdown. 

Over 7.7 lakh households are now receiving zero electricity bills thanks to rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. The government has provided significant subsidy support and sanctioned numerous loan applications. Additionally, farmers are earning substantial income by leasing land for solar projects under the PM-KUSUM scheme.

Opposition members in Rajya Sabha demanded reforms in the anti-defection law and electoral processes, citing defections and voter list issues that undermine the people's mandate. The government defended the special intensive revision of electoral rolls as constitutionally valid. Concerns were also raised about political party funding and the 'One Nation, One Election' proposal.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received rare personal courtesies on his Jordan and Ethiopia visits, with top leaders personally escorting and driving him. These gestures highlight the warmth and trust in India's ties with key Global South partners, reflecting strong historical and people-to-people connections.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma issued a stern warning to Bangladesh, stating India will retaliate if Bangladeshi politicians continue to make remarks about the northeastern region. His comments followed a statement by a Bangladeshi leader suggesting isolation of India's northeast and support for separatists if India destabilizes Bangladesh.

Millions of rural Indian women are transforming their lives and communities by becoming 'Lakhpati Didis,' surpassing Rs 1 lakh in annual household income through self-help groups. This initiative, backed by government schemes, fosters financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and community influence, making these women a significant political constituency. Their economic empowerment is reshaping rural India's landscape.

With the President's disapproval of the Bill, there will be no change in the post of Chancellor in state-run universities in West Bengal. As per the existing system, the Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose is the Chancellor of all state universities.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Addis Ababa on a two-day state visit to Ethiopia at the invitation of Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali.

The Supreme Court directed the authorities to assess the extent of land required for setting up Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) in each district of Tamil Nadu.

The case stems from credible intelligence inputs indicating that certain individuals in Jammu and Kashmir were exploiting platforms linked to mass media, social media, human rights advocacy, environmental causes, and women's empowerment as a cover to carry out activities gravely prejudicial to the sovereignty, integrity, and security of India. 

Former Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan claimed India was "completely defeated" on the first day of Operation Sindoor, alleging Indian aircraft were shot down and the Air Force grounded. The BJP criticized his remarks, accusing the Congress of disrespecting the armed forces and undermining national security.

The Trump administration's 2025 National Security Strategy redefines global power dynamics, placing India at a critical juncture.The document emphasizes unilateral action and self-interest, urging India to contribute more to Indo-Pacific security through initiatives like the Quad, signaling a shift towards transactional alliances.

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar strongly condemned the terror attack at Sydney's Hanukkah celebration, emphasizing India and Israel's "zero tolerance" policy towards terrorism. Speaking alongside Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar, Jaishankar conveyed deep condolences for the lives lost and injured.

Bihar's Minority Affairs Minister Zama Khan defended Chief Minister Nitish Kumar after he removed a woman doctor's hijab during a public event. Khan described the act as fatherly affection, aiming to highlight minority women's progress. The incident sparked outrage, with the Congress demanding Kumar's resignation and questioning women's safety in the state.

Goa nightclub fire owners, Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, were deported from Bangkok to Delhi on Tuesday morning after fleeing India hours after the December 6 blaze that killed 25. The brothers face culpable homicide and negligence charges for alleged fire safety norm violations. Their passports were cancelled and an Interpol notice issued before their detention in Thailand.

In a disturbing viral video, a heated clash between a passenger and a TTE inside a reserved coach sparks debate over authority, conduct, and safety on trains.
 

The woman allegedly pushed her seven-year-old daughter from the third floor of a residential building. The child later died while receiving treatment at Gandhi Hospital.

Australia Beach Shooting: In a statement on Tuesday, the Telangana Police said that Sajid Akram is originally from Hyderabad, India. As per information available from his relatives in India, he had limited contact with his family in Hyderabad. 

The surrendered cadres, primarily from the South Sub-Zonal Bureau, also include members linked to the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC), Telangana State Committee, and Andhra-Odisha Border (AOB) Division.

In a major breakthrough, the NIA arrested a long absconding PFI operative carrying a ₹5 lakh bounty, along with another accused for sheltering him in the 2019 Ramalingam murder case.

An Allahabad High Court judge, Justice Yashwant Varma, has approached the Supreme Court challenging the Lok Sabha Speaker's inquiry committee formed to probe corruption allegations against him. He argues the committee's constitution by the Speaker alone is a procedural lapse, as such a panel should be jointly formed by both Houses of Parliament.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Addis Ababa for a two-day State visit to Ethiopia, where he was personally received by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation and reaffirm shared commitments as partners in the Global South. PM Modi will hold talks with his Ethiopian counterpart and address the Indian diaspora.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commenced a significant two-day State visit to Ethiopia, marking his inaugural trip to the nation. Following a productive tour of Jordan, PM Modi will engage in extensive discussions with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation.

Goa nightclub owners, wanted for a fatal fire, were arrested in Delhi after fleeing to Bangkok. West Bengal's sports minister resigned following the Lionel Messi event chaos, with the CM taking charge. In IPL, Cameron Green was bought for Rs 25.20 crore. Delhi's environment minister apologized for air pollution, while Ukraine claimed responsibility for a Black Sea submarine attack.

Delhi AQI Alert: This measure by the Delhi government comes after the city continued to reel under hazardous air conditions on Tuesday. Meanwhile, air quality levels varied across other major Indian cities. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a productive two-day visit to Jordan, marking 75 years of diplomatic ties. Discussions with King Abdullah II and Crown Prince Al-Hussein bin Abdullah II strengthened cooperation in renewable energy, water management, and digital transformation. The visit underscored the warm and growing India-Jordan partnership.