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Collaboration Among States Impacted by Delimitation Signifies a Fresh Start: Stalin

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1 year ago

March 22, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin remarked on Friday that the coalition of states concerned about the delimitation exercise marks the dawn of a significant movement aimed at shaping the nation’s future and preserving federalism and democracy. This statement was made ahead of the inaugural meeting of the Join-Action Committee (JAC), which includes all southern states as well as West Bengal and Punjab, taking place in Chennai.

Describing the occasion as a ‘defining moment’ and a ‘historic day for Indian Federalism,’ Stalin, who is also the DMK president, stated, “What began as an initiative in Tamil Nadu has now evolved into a national movement, uniting states across India in the quest for fair representation. This is a crucial juncture on our collective journey. This gathering is more than just a meeting—it marks the onset of a movement that will influence the future of our country. Together, we will succeed.”

With Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan already in attendance, Stalin welcomed leaders from Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Telangana, West Bengal, and Punjab. Besides Vijayan, the Chief Ministers of Punjab (Bhagwant Mann) and Telangana (Revanth Reddy), along with representatives from parties such as Akali Dal, BRS, and Trinamool Congress, are also expected to participate.

Highlighting that ‘Fair Delimitation’ has become a hot topic, Stalin elaborated on the DMK’s focus on this issue in a post accompanied by a video on his ‘X’ account. He explained, “Delimitation is set to occur by 2026, and if conducted based on population size, our representation in Parliament will be drastically diminished… This is precisely why we were the first to raise our voices.”

He referred to the March 5 all-party meeting in Tamil Nadu, which was attended by 58 registered political parties, excluding the BJP, and resulted in a unanimous decision to oppose delimitation and call for a freeze on it, describing it as a landmark event. Building on this historic unity, efforts were made to convene the JAC.

Furthermore, he emphasized, “This issue transcends the mere tally of MPs; it pertains to the rights of states. Our voice in Parliament risks being muted, and our rights compromised. This represents a concerted effort to undermine certain states. Those states that have effectively managed their population growth and made significant contributions to national development should not face penalties from the Union Government.”

In order to ensure the participation of Chief Ministers and political leaders, Stalin revealed that he personally reached out to them by phone and sent delegations comprising state ministers and MPs to invite them. With confidence, he asserted, “Our rightful demand will prevail. Our initiative will safeguard India.”

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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3 days ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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4 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.