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Language Dispute Echoes in Parliament: Pradhan Labels DMK ‘Uncivilized’; Walkout in Rajya Sabha

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11 months ago

March 10, 2025

The ongoing Tamil Nadu language controversy reverberated in Parliament as the two houses reconvened on Monday after their recess.
Opposition MPs staged a walkout in the Rajya Sabha, drawing attention to concerns surrounding delimitation and the New Education Policy (NEP).

In the Lok Sabha, members of the DMK voiced their protests against the NEP’s implementation in Tamil Nadu by entering the well of the House to make their stance clear.

In response to the DMK’s objections to the NEP, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched a pointed critique of the ruling Tamil Nadu party, claiming it was jeopardizing students’ futures.
Pradhan accused the DMK of being insincere and not prioritizing the welfare of Tamil Nadu students, stating, “They (DMK) are dishonest. They do not care about the students of Tamil Nadu. They are ruining their future.”
He further labeled the DMK as “undemocratic and uncivilized,” alleging that the party was more interested in political posturing than in genuine reform. “All they do is create language barriers and engage in political mischief,” he asserted.
Reacting strongly to Pradhan’s comments, DMK member Kanimozhi expressed her disappointment, saying, “I feel deeply hurt that the minister has labeled our Parliament members and the citizens of Tamil Nadu as uncivilized. At our meeting, we made it clear that we have reservations regarding the NEP, particularly the three-language policy, which is unacceptable to the people of Tamil Nadu. Our Chief Minister has written to both the Prime Minister and the Education Minister outlining our concerns about the NEP.”
After her remarks, Pradhan expressed regret for his comments, stating, “I shouldn’t have used those words; I withdraw my statements if they have caused offense.”
In the Rajya Sabha, opposition MPs once again walked out over discussions on delimitation and the NEP.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda criticized the opposition for their repetitive motions under Rule 267 during the walkout, accusing them of intentionally creating a negative impression of the government’s willingness to debate.
This dispute occurs amid Chief Minister Stalin’s firm opposition to the NEP’s three-language policy. A day prior, DMK MPs passed a resolution expressing their commitment to combat “Hindi imposition” and advocating for equitable funding for Tamil Nadu.
The first portion of Parliament’s Budget session concluded on February 13.

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Three Burned Alive as Car Falls from Bridge in Gujarat’s Rajkot

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2 weeks ago

January 31, 2026

Namma Kudla

Gujarat: A tragic accident claimed the lives of three people in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on Monday.A car fell from a bridge and caught fire, killing all occupants on the spot.

The incident occurred on the Gondal–Atkot highway.The car was travelling from Chhota Udepur towards Gondal.

According to reports, the vehicle hit the bridge’s safety barrier.After the collision, the car fell nearly eight feet into a small stream below the bridge.

Soon after the fall, the car caught fire.The occupants were trapped inside the vehicle and were unable to escape.All three were burned alive and died at the scene.

Police and fire personnel rushed to the spot after receiving information.The fire was later brought under control.The bodies were recovered and sent for post-mortem examination.

The exact cause of the accident is under investigation. Further details are awaited.

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Girl Records Reels Inside Jail, Video Sparks Debate

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2 weeks ago

January 30, 2026

Namma Kudla

Bhopal: A young woman has come under public attention after recording reels inside a jail while meeting her boyfriend.

The incident happened at Raipur Central Jail in Chhattisgarh, which is known for high security. Mobile phones are strictly not allowed inside the jail. Despite this rule, the woman carried her phone into the visitor room.

She recorded videos while talking to her boyfriend during the meeting. In the video, she speaks emotionally about visiting him on his birthday. She says she feels sad because she cannot stay with him on his special day.

After the meeting, she uploaded the video on her social media account. The video quickly went viral on different platforms. The inmate seen in the video is identified as Tarakeshwar.

He is currently lodged in Raipur Central Jail. He is an accused in a case under the NDPS Act. The incident has raised serious questions about jail security.

People on social media are criticising jail staff and officials. Many users are asking how a mobile phone was allowed inside the jail.

They are also questioning the checking process at the jail entrance. So far, jail authorities have not given any official reaction.

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MBBS Student Alleges She Was Drugged, Raped by Friend in Delhi Hotel

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4 months ago

October 6, 2025

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: An 18-year-old MBBS student has accused a 20-year-old male friend of drugging and sexually assaulting her at a hotel in Delhi’s Adarsh Nagar area. The alleged incident took place on September 9, police officials said.

According to the complaint, the accused, who is also a medical student, invited the woman to “Hotel Apple” on the pretext of spending time together. Once there, he allegedly gave her a drink laced with drugs and then raped her.

The survivor told police that the accused recorded obscene videos and took pictures during the assault. He later threatened to make the content viral if she reported the incident.

The woman, a native of Jind in Haryana, is currently staying at the hostel of Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College in Rohini, Delhi.

Based on her complaint, police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. A search is underway to locate and arrest the accused, officials added.

In a separate case earlier this month, a school manager in Uttar Pradesh was arrested for allegedly raping a Class 8 student. In February, a tuition teacher in Delhi’s CR Park area was accused of repeatedly raping a 15-year-old student over three years and threatening her with blackmail.