“Australia Denies Ban on Indian Student Visas Amid Controversial Migration Debate”

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Australia has recently denied imposing a ban on Indian student applications, despite a significant drop in visa approvals and heightened political discourse surrounding migration policies. This clarification comes amid growing concerns over stricter visa regulations and their impact on international students, particularly from India. Rising Visa Rejections and Stricter Policies In recent times, Australia has … Read more

“Manipur Burns While India Watches: The Conflict No One Wants to Solve”

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The northeastern state of Manipur has been engulfed in a complex and protracted conflict that extends far beyond the immediate headlines. While recent reports have highlighted the violent clashes between the Meitei and Kuki communities, a deeper exploration reveals a multifaceted crisis rooted in historical grievances, identity politics, land disputes, and governance challenges. Historical Context … Read more

“Riots, Ram Navami, and Revenge: The Political Inferno in Murshidabad”

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Unmasking the Murshidabad Riots: Mamata Banerjee’s Allegations and the Political Maelstrom By [Nonigopal Pal] Date: April 23, 2025 Introduction The recent communal unrest in Murshidabad, West Bengal, has ignited a political firestorm, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleging a premeditated conspiracy behind the violence. As the state grapples with the aftermath, the incident has become … Read more

“Caste and Control: Siddaramaiah Accused of Using Census to Derail Power Handover in Karnataka”

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Caste Census Triggers Political Turmoil in Karnataka as CM Siddaramaiah Faces Allegations of Power Play By [Nonigopal Pal] Date: April 23, 2025 Introduction Karnataka’s political landscape is currently engulfed in controversy following the revival of the state’s caste census, officially known as the Socio-Economic and Educational Survey (SEES-2015). Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s decision to bring the … Read more

“Pinarayi’s Shield for Waqf Monopoly? When Secularism Ignores Christian Protests”

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In a fiery political landscape increasingly defined by religion, land, and identity, Kerala’s Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has reignited the debate surrounding the Waqf Amendment Bill by outright rejecting it as a solution to the Munambam land dispute. His statement that “the Waqf Bill will not solve the issue” and that “BJP’s political exploitation has … Read more

“Holy Land or Holy Scam? Why the Waqf Bill Is a Lifeline for Kerala’s Christians”

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The Indian political landscape is no stranger to paradoxes. But few are as revealing—or as dangerous—as the collision of identity politics and land rights currently unfolding in Kerala. At the heart of the storm is Union Minister Kiren Rijiju’s recent handling of the Waqf land dispute—a saga that’s now threatening the very foundation of the … Read more

“TMC’s Waqf War: Between Minority Votes and Majoritarian Rage”

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In April 2025, West Bengal witnessed a surge of violent protests in its Murshidabad district, resulting in three fatalities and prompting the Calcutta High Court to deploy central forces to sensitive areas. The unrest was sparked by the Union Government’s amendments to the Waqf Act of 1995, now referred to as the UMEED Act. These … Read more

“How Haryana’s CM Waded Into Bihar Politics and Triggered a BJP Meltdown”

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In a surprising political development, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has stirred controversy in Bihar, causing unease within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its alliance with the Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)]. Saini’s remarks during a recent rally in Bihar have been perceived as an overreach, leading to tensions between the BJP and JD(U) … Read more

“Waqf Bill or Political Plot? Madani and Owaisi Accuse BJP of Targeting Muslims Ahead of Polls”

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Introduction The proposed Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, has ignited significant controversy in India, with prominent Muslim leaders and organizations voicing strong opposition. Maulana Arshad Madani, President of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, has criticized the bill as a political strategy rather than a genuine legislative reform. Simultaneously, AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi has announced a nationwide protest on April … Read more