In its ongoing efforts to reform public policies, the NDA government has now turned its focus on the education sector. Following changes in policies related to sand and liquor, the government is now preparing to revive an initiative aimed at reducing student dropouts in government junior colleges. IT and Education Minister Nara Lokesh has announced plans to reinstate a government-funded mid-day meal scheme, initially introduced by the TDP in 2018. The program was designed to encoura

Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is preparing to move into a new permanent residence in Amaravati. Currently residing at the Lingamaneni guest house in Karakatta, Undavalli, Naidu has now secured a plot of land in the Velagapudi area of the Amaravati Capital region for his official residence. The 5-acre plot, located near the Seed Access Road and within a two-kilometer radius of several key establishments like the temporary High Court, judges’ residence

In Mumbai, tensions remain high as the BJP and Shiv Sena navigate the selection of the next Maharashtra Chief Minister. Senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis met with outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde amidst ongoing discussions about leadership following the recent state elections. Fadnavis, widely regarded as a top contender for the position, is expected to be appointed as Chief Minister after BJP MLAs meet to choose their legislature party leader. However, the issue lies in conv

Pawan Kalyan, the Janasena Party (JSP) chief, has earned significant praise from some of the most influential leaders in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. Known for his strong political campaigns, especially in Andhra Pradesh, Pawan has quickly gained recognition in national politics. PM Modi has affectionately referred to him as "Aandhi (Toofan)" for the whirlwind campaign he led during the NDA's push in

In response to growing concerns over liquor shops charging more than the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) for bottled liquor, the Andhra Pradesh government has introduced strict corrective measures. A new Government Order (G.O.) has been released, which imposes a fine of Rs 5 lakh for the first offense if liquor stores are found violating MRP regulations. The government aims to ensure that consumers are not charged unfair prices and that liquor sales are conducted with transparency. The n

Trinamool Congress has made it clear that it is not in agreement with the Congress-led push for a Parliament disruption over the Adani issue. The party skipped the meeting of INDIA bloc leaders, held at Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's chamber, citing a difference in priorities. While Congress wants to focus on the US Department of Justice's indictment against Adani Group directors, Trinamool aims to raise several other critical issues such as price rise, unemployment, funds cr

Maharashtra's political scene is in anticipation as a decision on the next Chief Minister is set to be taken during a meeting of the BJP legislative party today. Caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde clarified that the final decision on the CM's post would be made by the Prime Minister and Home Minister, noting that he would fully support the decision of the BJP leadership. The announcement comes after speculation arose regarding Shinde's role following the Mahayuti alliance'

Presidential Pardon: A Constitutional Authority The U.S. Constitution grants presidents the power to issue pardons for federal crimes, excluding cases of impeachment. Over the years, presidents have used this authority to pardon political allies, friends, and donors. However, Biden's pardon of his son represents a significant departure from historical norms. In a statement, President Biden claimed that his son’s legal troubles stemmed from poli

Sustaining a career in politics is no easy feat, especially in the complex and competitive world of Telugu state politics. Former Janasena leader and ex-CBI Joint Director, JD Lakshmi Narayana, is one such example of a political figure whose journey highlights the importance of timing and strategic alignment. JD Lakshmi Narayana was initially an integral part of Janasena and received significant respect from party chief Pawan Kalyan, especially ahead of the 2019 elections. He was gi

US President-elect Donald Trump has announced key appointments to his upcoming cabinet, featuring several Indian-origin figures. Among them are Kash Patel, Tulsi Gabbard, and Vivek Ramaswamy, all of whom have drawn attention for their accomplishments and their open embrace of Hindu heritage. 1. Kash Patel: FBI Director Nominee Kash Patel, a 44-year-old with roots in Gujarat, is set to replace Christopher Wray as the FBI Director, pending Senate confirmat

Kash Patel: Five Things to Know About Trump’s Indian-Origin Pick for FBI Chief US President-elect Donald Trump has announced Kash Patel as his nominee for the next Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Here are five key things to know about him: 1. Born in New York to Indian Parents Kashyap Pramod Patel, popularly known as Kash Patel, was born to Gujarati-Indian parents in Long Island, New York. Raised as