After a massive scuffle took place between NDA members and INDIA bloc MPs on December 19th, Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju on December 20, slammed Lok Sabha Leader of opposition and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for alleged ruckus in the Parliament on December 19. Following this, he demanded Rahul Gandhi’s apology.
20 December,2024 06:31 PM IST
A massive scuffle took place between NDA members and INDIA bloc MPs on December 19th. Today, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla restricted protests at Parliament gates by the MPs. Two BJP MPs were injured in the scuffle yesterday. According to sources, "Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has issued strict instructions that no political party, Member of Parliament or groups of members will hold any dharna and demonstration at building gates of Parliament House,".
20 December,2024 06:22 PM IST
MPs from the INDIA Alliance climbed the walls of Makar Dwar at the Parliament to protest against Union Home Minister Amit Shah. They held placards demanding an apology and resignation from Amit Shah for his remarks on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha. Earlier, Congress President and Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge had responded to Amit Shah’s speech. Kharge demanded that Amit Shah apologize for his comments. He also stated that if Prime Minister Narendra Modi truly respects Dr. Ambedkar, Amit Shah should be removed from the Cabinet by midnight. The protest was held to express strong disapproval of Shah’s statements.
19 December,2024 01:50 PM IST
A ferry capsized near the Gateway of India off the coast of Mumbai on December 18, causing a major mishap. Following the incident, the Indian Navy and Coast Guard launched a rescue operation. As of the latest update, 101 people have been rescued, and 13 have died in the tragic Mumbai boat accident. Rescue teams were seen in videos helping passengers wearing life jackets, transferring them to other boats while the ferry continued to tilt. The incident occurred after a speedboat reportedly crashed into the ferry. Rescue operations are ongoing to save the remaining passengers. Authorities are working quickly to handle the situation and ensure everyone’s safety. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis briefed the media regarding the boat mishap. He announced an ex gratia of Rs 5 lakh for family members of deceased.
19 December,2024 10:09 AM IST
On December 17, Russia suffered a major blow when Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Protection Troops, was killed in a bomb blast. The explosion, hidden inside an electric scooter, occurred outside his apartment in Moscow. His assistant also died in the blast. Ukraine’s intelligence agency, SBU, claimed responsibility for the attack. Kirillov was charged by Ukraine for allegedly using banned chemical weapons and had been sanctioned by several countries, including the U.K. and Canada, due to his role in the war. The blast caused shattered windows and damaged the building’s entrance. The bodies of the victims were found nearby. This killing of a high-ranking Russian officer is expected to lead to retaliation from Russia. Kirillov led the RKhBZ, special forces tasked with protecting Russian troops in extreme conditions involving chemical, biological, or radioactive threats.
18 December,2024 10:25 AM IST
On December 15, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis attended the swearing-in ceremony for the expansion of the Maharashtra Cabinet. The Mahayuti Alliance, led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), achieved a significant victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, securing 230 out of 288 seats. In contrast, the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi won only 46 seats. Following the cabinet expansion, CM Fadnavis announced that a performance audit will be conducted for all ministers. He explained that if a minister is found to be underperforming or not doing their job correctly, the government will reconsider their position. Watch the video for more information
16 December,2024 12:08 PM IST
On December 14, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress for focusing on vote bank politics. He referred to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s statement, "Ek Vote Se Harna Pasand Kiya," which means he preferred losing by one vote rather than compromising on principles. Modi’s remark highlighted how Congress prioritizes political gains over values. However, he did not directly comment on other political parties. This statement reflects Modi's concern that Congress and some other parties use identity-based politics to gain votes, rather than focusing on the development and welfare of the country and its people.
15 December,2024 03:57 PM IST
In the Lok Sabha, PM Modi strongly criticized the Opposition, particularly the Congress Party. He accused Congress of giving reservations on religious lines, undermining the spirit of equality in India. Modi also fact-checked Congress on the issue of the Uniform Civil Code, pointing out their inconsistency during the Constitution debate. He highlighted how Congress has failed to uphold the principles they once supported. Additionally, Modi accused Congress of disrespecting its own party's constitution and sidelining leaders like Sitaram Kesri. He claimed that the Congress had abandoned its own values for political convenience and had been undermining democratic processes within their own party. Watch video to see the top 8 moments of PM Modi bashing Congress in Lok Sabha
15 December,2024 12:08 PM IST
Aditi Sharma and Sandeep Baswa, who have just come up with a new show Apollena on Colors TV, got into a conversation with us at Mid-Day and talked about the concept of the show. They also answered whether, in the age of OTT series, audiences are still willing to wait 24 hours for the next episode. Sandeep shared that he didn’t take up an OTT show because he wasn’t comfortable with the language and scenes in such shows.
14 December,2024 08:15 PM IST
John Abraham has been planning a film on bike racing for a long time. The film is set to roll mid next year, John told Mid-day at the 2024 Indian Racing League (IRL) at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore, where his team Goa Aces won the title. His film will be set in the Isle of Man. The actor is also coming up with his own helmet line.
12 December,2024 08:03 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
