On Monday, Supreme Court arrived to hear an April 14 plea by the Anjum Intezamia Majid committee seeking approval for ‘wazu’ (ritual ablution) at the Gyanvapi mosque complex in Varanasi during the month of Ramzan. The apex court on last year November 11, extended further orders for the protection of the area where a ‘Shivling’ was claimed to have been found. The dispute matter was mentioned before a bench led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud.

Senior advocate, Huzefa Ahmadi, appealing on behalf of the Masjid committee side, filed a plea at the apex court bench to take part in the matter for hearing. He added that the month of Amazan is ongoing and worshipers need an adequate setup for ritual ablution. He said the water for wazu available in the drum and the number of worshippers increased during the Ramzan.

The CJI said the matter will be picked up for hearing on April 14 under the bench including Justice Surya Kant. On March 28, the SC had conceded to list for hearing on April 21 a petition of the Hindu side seeking amalgamation of all suits filed in a Varanasi session court about the Gyanvapi mosque complex row.     

In May 2022, the court ordered for protection of the pond in the Gyanvapi complex, earlier being used for ‘wazu’. After the purported uncovered of ‘Shiv Ling’ during the official survey under the court-appointed Commissioner, which the Muslim committee side called a fountain. 

In the past, the court had permitted the Hindu parties to proceed with a petition prior to the Varanasi district judge for the amalgamation of all litigation filed on the  Gyanvapi mosque-Shringar Gaur dispute. The order directed the Hindu side to file their replies within three weeks to the appeal by the Muslim committee challenging the Allahabad High Court order on the appointment of a survey commissioner.

The US official has launched a probe to identify the direct source of the intel leak after the high-classified documents, containing intel details fuming from Ukraine air defence to Israel spy agency content surfaced on the internet world. On Sunday, Pentagon officials said it had formal reference to the Department of Justice, requesting it to investigate the visible intel leak of the classified documents, which surfaced on the social media world. 

Some experts in the US suspect that concerning intel leaks may be leaked within the country rather than any allies. The mainly highly classified documents are related to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and other major allied partners of the US like the Middle East, South Korea and Africa. Michael Mulroy, a former Pentagon official, commented on the intel leak with the news agency, “The main centre of attention is on being a US leak, as numerous documents were only in US hands.”

On the other hand, the possibility of a pro-Russia element behind the intel leaks has not been ruled out by the investigation agency. The US official said that in case an outside hand is found to be backup of the intel leak it would be one of the utmost crucial security breaches the US would face after the WikiLeaks case in which more than 700,000 intel documents, diplomatic cables and videos surfaced on the public platform. 

Recent intel leaks also show that Washington is spying on the many close US allies, including Isreal, Ukraine and South Korea. It was a potentially embarrassing disclosure for the government of US President Joe Biden. Though, the intel leaked documents pop up to contain at least some mistakes, including war zone fatality estimates that deliberately show the low number of Russian losses. US officials further added that they have not ruled out the prospect of the leaked document information having been fake or manipulated to spread the flawed information that could directly damage the US security image. 

Currently, a liter of Nandini toned milk in Bangalore costs consumers only Rs 39 and has 8.5 percent SNF and 3 percent fat (solids-not-fat). Whereas, reaching the price of Rs. 54 per liter in Delhi and Rs. 52 per liter in Gujarat for Amul-flavored milk.

Despite all the political commotion surrounding Amul’s “entrance” into the milk market in Karnataka, which was accentuated in the lead-up to the state Assembly elections, the economic situation is straightforward: The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) and other dairy companies are not in a position to compete with the Karnataka Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation (KMF) at this time.

The cost is the cause. The most affordable milk in India is produced by KMF and sold under the Nandini brand rather than Amul by GCMMF. Now, customers in Bengaluru just pay Rs 39 for a liter of Nandini-toned milk containing 3 percent fat and 8.5 percent SNF (solids-not-fat). Compare this with the Rs 54 per liter price for Amul toned milk in Delhi and Rs 52 per liter in Gujarat.

In Gujarat, GCMMF charges Rs 64 per liter and Rs 66 per liter for full-cream milk with 6 percent fat and 9 percent SNF, respectively. This milk from Nandini was being sold for just Rs 50 for a liter and Rs 24 for 500 ml up until the beginning of March. Since then, KMF has increased the price subtly by maintaining the same prices for 900 ml and 450 ml smaller packs, respectively.

But, even after accounting for “shrinkflation,” Nandini full-cream milk still costs between Rs. 53 and Rs. 56 per litre, which is significantly less than Amul. In comparison to Amul’s 450-gm packet, which costs Rs 30 (about Rs 66-67/kg), Nandini curd’s maximum suggested retail price is only Rs 47 per kg.

“KMF is incomparable to anyone. Nandini has a near monopoly in Karnataka thanks to its low costs, an industry insider claimed. But why is the price of Nandini milk so cheap that no other supplier, whether cooperative or private, can compete?

It has to do with a plan that was the brainchild of the late Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa. In September 2008, the BJP government, led by him, began offering farmers a Rs 2 per liter incentive in addition to the district unions’ purchase price when they supplied milk to those organizations. The incentive was doubled five years later, in May 2013, and increased to Rs 5 percent liter in November 2016 by the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government. The government of Karnataka offers milk farmers an incentive totaling roughly Rs 1,200 crore each year.

The Karnataka government was accused of destroying the “state’s pride,” the Nandini brand, by opposition leaders like JD(S) leader H. D. Kumaraswamy and Leader of the Opposition from the Congress, Siddaramiah. Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai defended Amul’s entry and downplayed any threat to Nandini.

Among all such conundrums,  Siddaramiah of Congress has tweeted to PM Modi by saying that “Is your purpose of coming to Karnataka is to give to Karnataka or to loot from Karnataka? You have already stolen banks, ports, and airports from Kannadigas. Are you now planning to steal Nandini (KMF) from us?,” with the hashtags AnswerMadiModi and SaveNandini. 

On Sunday, Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai stated the list of candidates for the upcoming assembly polls would be announced by the party shortly, following the conclusion of the party’s chief election committee (CEC) meeting in New Delhi. Basavraj Bommai, speaking to media members, stated that the list for the upcoming Karnataka elections was discussed and there is a possibility of reconvening on Monday. 

The announcement of the candidate list is expected to take place today. Additionally, Bommai confirmed his candidacy for the Shiggaon constituency. The CEC meeting for the upcoming Karnataka Assembly elections, set to take place next month, was held at the national capital’s party headquarters on Sunday and was attended by senior BJP leaders.

The meeting was graced by the presence of several notable individuals, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, BJP Chief JP Nadda, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi and Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai. A meeting was convened by Amit Shah on Saturday at the residence of BJP President Nadda in the national capital to deliberate and finalise the roster of candidates for the May 10 elections.

Nadda’s residence saw the presence of several leaders including Karnataka BJP President Nalinkumar Kateel, former Chief Minister of Karnataka BS Yediyurappa, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, and others. During the 2018 Assembly elections, the BJP secured the most seats as a single party, winning 104 out of 224 seats. In comparison, the Congress won 80 seats and the JD(S) won 37 seats. The upcoming Karnataka Legislative Assembly elections for all 224 seats are scheduled for May 10th, with the vote counting taking place on May 13th.

On Friday, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) released a statement that the central government will provide financial aid to the state in order to give relief to those marginalised prisoners who are incapable to avail of bail or get discharged from prison due to unable to pay the fines in poor financial condition. The step being taken by MHA will ease the poor prisoners, the majority of the sections belonging to marginalised groups with downgraded education and income level, to break out of prison. 

Under the statement of MHA, “The wide outline of the scheme has been concluded in the discourse with relevant stakeholders under which the Union government will facilitate financial assistance to States in sequence to increase relief to those poor prisoners who are unable to get bail from prisons mainly cause of non-payment of fines, on account of financial constraints.”

This move directly addresses the issue of undertrials in prison under the prime guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Minister of Home Affairs Amit Shah. From time to time, MHA had already worked on the undertrial prisoners in various segments. The particular introduction of Section 436A in the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), insertion of a new chapter XXIA ‘Plea Bargaining’ in the CrPC. On the other hand, the Legal Services Authority has provided free legal aid to poor prisoners. 

In the MHA press release, further added to make sure that the resources of the budget are extended across all the considered sections of the society. The main purpose of the budget, namely Guiding ‘Saptarishis’ is passing the last mile. Undergoing this, one of the messages is ‘Support for Poor Prisoners’. It is generally the provision of required financial assistance to poor individuals who are in the jailhouse and incapable to afford the judicial penalty or the bail amount. 

World Health Day is celebrated all over the world on April 7 every year. The World Health Organization was formed on April 6 in 1948 and after 2 years of that World Health Day is being celebrated. The day serves as a reminder of the importance of health and well-being in our lives. It is an opportunity to bring attention to health issues that affect people globally and to promote awareness of ways to maintain good health. The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance of health and the need for collective action to protect ourselves and our communities. This year’s theme, “Building a Fairer, Healthier World,” emphasises the need for equitable access to healthcare and resources to promote health for all.

Health is a fundamental aspect of human life, and it is crucial for individuals to prioritise their health and well-being. There are several ways to promote good health, including eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and managing stress. Access to healthcare and essential resources such as clean water and sanitation also plays a critical role in promoting good health. Unfortunately, many people worldwide do not have access to these resources, which leads to significant health disparities. On this World Health Day, it is essential to recognize the importance of health equity and work towards creating a fairer, healthier world.

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for global collaboration to address health issues. The pandemic has affected people worldwide and has disproportionately affected vulnerable populations. Access to healthcare, information, and resources has been critical in mitigating the effects of the pandemic. Vaccines have played a significant role in combating the spread of COVID-19 and are a crucial tool in ending the pandemic. However, vaccine access has been unequal, with many low- and middle-income countries struggling to secure enough doses. On this World Health Day, it is vital to recognize the need for equitable vaccine distribution and to work towards ensuring that everyone has access to vaccines.

In addition to the pandemic, other health issues affect people globally. Non-communicable diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease are leading causes of death worldwide. Such diseases are often preventable through small lifestyle changes and early detection. Access to healthcare and resources to promote prevention and early detection are critical in reducing the burden of non-communicable diseases. On this World Health Day, it is important to raise awareness of non-communicable diseases and work towards promoting prevention and early detection.

Mental health is another critical aspect of overall health and well-being. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased stress and anxiety for many people, highlighting the importance of mental health support. Access to mental health resources and support is crucial for individuals’ overall health and well-being. On this World Health Day, it is essential to recognize the importance of mental health and work towards promoting access to mental health support.

World Health Day is an opportunity to promote awareness of the importance of health and well-being. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of global collaboration and the need for equitable access to healthcare and resources. It is crucial to recognize the importance of health equity and work towards creating a fairer, healthier world. By prioritising health and working towards promoting equitable access to healthcare and resources, we can work towards a healthier future for all.

Pushkar Singh Dhami, the chief minister of Uttarakhand inaugurated a Health ATM installed by the JK Tire Limited Company, in association with the Yes Bank under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at the Secretariat on Thursday. The government of Uttarakhand has informed in a statement that Health ATMs in Vidhan Sabha Dispensary, Tanakpur Hospital, and Sachivalaya Dispensary are installed by Yes Bank. These Health ATMs were installed to provide the facility for health tests at home. 

As per the reports, JK Tire Company has also installed similar health ATMs in the JLN District Hospital, Police Lines, Joint Hospital Tankarpur, District Hospital Nainital, Jaspur Sub-District Hospital, Community Health Centre, Almora, and Ranikhet. Through these nine Health ATMs, various health tests can be done by the general public on their own, including Blood Group, Lipid Profile, Blood Sugar, Uric Acid, Blood Pressure, HBAC, Trigylside, Cholesterol, Lycoprotein, Pregnancy, Hemoglobin, TLC and DLC, the statement added.

What’s more, a range of key medical tests could be conducted for free at these Health ATMs. CM Dhami headed a meeting with the IOCL representatives, Yes Bank, JK Tire, and Health officials at the secretariat, in which an MoU was also signed for the cooperation in the sector of health between the companies and the Director General. Forty True Net Machines were also inaugurated by Pushkar Singh Dhami that are being made available in all the state blocks. The devices have been installed by the Indian Oil Corporation Limited under its CSR. These machines will help in the investigation of Kovid, TB, and some other diseases, also these devices are being made functional in 40 places in the state.  

The Health ATMs would enable people to keep track of their health from time to time through assistance and timely medical tests. The Visitors and tourists from different countries can also avail the services of timely tests and assistance with the help of these ATMs. “Taking birth in Devbhoomi Uttarakhand is indeed a privilege, but doing something for the people means even more. I consider it my good fortune to have this opportunity to serve the people and take a lot of pride in it,” said CM Dhami. 

It’s often easy to turn over a new leaf and start a new journey. But walking on that same path with consistency is a formidable task. Don’t you agree? After all, the majority of people give up in between when they can’t see success. But, Naushad Khan proves that if you ceaselessly keep doing your work with every ounce of dedication, victory will follow!

The producer founded Indie Music a few years ago and now it is residing in the clouds of success. Recently, its official YouTube channel has gained a whopping 7.12 million subscribers. Isn’t that crazy? Of course, it is! Not only that but the music videos released under this label fetch more than 10 million views.

Naushad Khan seemed extremely overwhelmed by this feat and we can comprehend why. The producer couldn’t thank all his subscribers, viewers, and well-wishers enough for their unwavering support. He said, “I am extremely grateful to everybody who put their faith in us and our work. This is yet another milestone achievement in my life and I am thankful for the universe.”

“As they, behind a thriving company is the hard work of its employees. Similarly, the credit for this success goes to every singer, musician, actor, and other artist who has been a part of Indie Music’s project,” Naushad Khan further added. He has resolutely paved the way for other fellow music producers. In fact, he set an example that one mustn’t give up until you have reached your goal.

He has released a number of hits. His recently released song Toot Jaaun is causing waves on the internet. Apart from that, Piya Re, Naushad Khan has worked with Darshan Raval on his other music videos, like Piya Re, Tum Mere, Dhol Bajaa, Baarishon Mein, Goriye, Duniya Chhor Do, and many more.

He started Indie Music in 2018 and has released numerous hit music videos like Bhula Dunga, Asal Mein, Ek Tarfa, by Indie Music’s poster boys Darshan Raval and Aameen, and Tabaah, by Karan Sehmbi and Gurnazar Chattha. We send our best wishes to the producer and hope he keeps amusing us with such harmonic tunes.

On April 6th, 1980, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was formed with the aim of promoting the principles of Hindu Nationalism and Cultural Conservatism. However, it was not until the emergence of Narendra Modi as its leader that the BJP became a dominant political force in India. Modi, who served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from 2001 to 2014, was known for his ability to deliver economic growth and development in the state. He was also seen as a strong and decisive leader who was willing to take bold and controversial decisions.

In 2014, Modi was elected as the Prime Minister of India, and the BJP witnessed a historic landslide victory by winning 282 seats in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament. This was a significant increase from the 116 seats the party had won in the previous election. Also, Amit Shah, one of the closest confidants of PM Modi, is widely credited for playing a key role as the party’s national president from 2014 to 2019 and is currently serving as the Home Minister of India while contributing to the growth of the Bharatiya Janata Party.

The rise of the BJP under Modi’s leadership can be attributed to several factors. First, he was able to connect with the aspirations of the Indian middle class, who were looking for a leader who could deliver economic growth and development. He promised to create jobs, improve infrastructure, and make India a global economic power. Second, Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah tapped into the growing sense of Hindu nationalism in India. They presented themselves as influential leaders who could protect the interests of Hindus in India. Amit Shah successfully implemented the party’s political agenda. Shah has been a key strategist behind the BJP’s efforts to promote the concept of Hindu nationalism. 

He led the party’s campaigns on issues such as the construction of a Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, the revocation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, and the implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam. Also, Modi was able to build a strong organisational structure within the BJP. He invested heavily in building a strong grassroots network of party workers, which helped the BJP to win elections at the local and state level.

Modi was also able to leverage social media to connect with the youth and the urban middle class. He was one of the first politicians in India to use social media effectively and was able to build a large following on platforms such as Twitter and Facebook. He gained immense popularity in India as well as in other countries also. Prime Minister Modi was honoured with the ‘Order of Zayed’, which is the highest civilian award in UAE. In addition to that, he has been awarded the ‘State Order of Ghazi Amir Amanullah Khan” the highest civilian honour in Afghanistan. Owing to this he has been honoured with the highest civilian award in Russia and many more.

Under Modi and Shah’s leadership, the BJP has continued to grow and expand its influence. In the 2019 general elections, the party won an even bigger mandate, winning 303 seats in the Lok Sabha. This was a significant achievement, as no political party had won a majority of seats in two consecutive elections since the 1970s. Bharatiya Janata Party almost swept the opposition in the majority of the states. BJP truely has emerged as a patriot party of India under the guidance of both PM Modi and Amit Shah.

The book launch event of Azaad, the memoir of the former J&K Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad, took place on Wednesday. There is the attendance of various politicians such as Congress’s leader Anand Sharma, NCP leader Supriya Sule, DMK’s Kanimozhi, and  AAP’s Sanjay Sigh. Prior to the launch, there were heated exchanges between Ghulam Nabi Azad and Congress leaders, similar to the ones that took place when Azad left the Congress. Interview leading up to the book release, Ghulam Nabi openly criticized Rahul Gandhi and Congress leadership, which drew strong reactions from the Congress leaders. 

The former Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad’s criticism of his party and praise for PM Modi’s leadership was met with a response from other Congress leaders who pointed out that despite his retirement from Parliament, he was still residing in his government bungalow in Delhi. Congress’s Supriya Shrinate remarked, “Azad was a respected figure, but it’s unclear why he chose to become subservient.”

Pawan Khera, a member of Congress, questioned whether Ghulam Nabi Azad had made any remarks regarding the Adani issue. Khera noted that Azad had previously claimed to have gained freedom upon leaving the party, but based on his recent comments, it appears that he remains subservient, according to Khera.

According to Congress MP KC Venugopal, there exists a definite agreement with the BJP, which involves a requirement to criticize Rahul Gandhi if one desires anything from the BJP. Venugopal stated, “If you wish to obtain something from the BJP, they insist on maligning Rahul Gandhi as their initial condition.”

Ghulam Nabi Azad stated that Rahul Gandhi is the primary cause of his departure from Congress, as well as the reason why many other individuals, both young and old, have left the party. Ghulam Nabi Azad also stated that being in the Congress requires one to become spineless and undergo surgery.

Ghulam Nabi Azad gave the example of leaders showing their support for Rahul Gandhi by being present in Surat when he filed his appeal against his conviction in the 2019 defamation case. Azad stated that he had no objections if someone wanted to go to Surat with Rahul Gandhi, but it is not appropriate to force other leaders to come along. Azad expressed his disapproval of a whip being issued, as it is not right to compel everyone to accompany Rahul Gandhi.

Ghulam Nabi Azad further added that he is significantly more committed to the Congress party compared to those who solely rely on Twitter for their political engagement. However, he feels that the party is not interested in individuals like himself and is instead seeking individuals who are proficient at using Twitter and can make bold claims such as the party winning 500 seats after the Bharat Jodo Yatra.