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New Income Tax Bill to Be Introduced in Parliament on Tuesday: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

New Income Tax Bill to Be Introduced in Parliament on Tuesday: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

NEW DELHI, February 9, 2025: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to introduce the new Income Tax Bill in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, marking a significant step towards overhauling India's tax framework. The bill, which aims to simplify and streamline existing tax laws, is expected to be referred to a parliamentary standing committee for detailed examination. “I hope to have it introduced in Lok Sabha in the coming week,” said Sitharaman after the RBI board meeting. Once introduced, the bill will undergo a multi-step legislative process, starting with its referral to the standing committee for recommendations. Following the committee’s…
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Delhi BJP MLA Mohan Singh Bisht Proposes Renaming Mustafabad to ‘Shiv Vihar’ or ‘Shiv Puri’

Delhi BJP MLA Mohan Singh Bisht Proposes Renaming Mustafabad to ‘Shiv Vihar’ or ‘Shiv Puri’

New Delhi, February 9, 2025: BJP MLA-elect Mohan Singh Bisht has stirred controversy by proposing to rename Delhi’s Mustafabad constituency to either "Shiv Vihar" or "Shiv Puri," arguing that the area has a Hindu majority. The move has sparked political backlash, particularly as Mustafabad is one of the few Muslim-majority constituencies in Delhi.Bisht, who won the seat by defeating AAP’s Adeel Ahmad Khan by 17,578 votes, claimed that 58% of Mustafabad’s population is Hindu, justifying his demand for a name change. However, he did not provide official data to support this claim. "It is the right of the 58% that…
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Manipur CM N Biren Singh Resigns Ahead of No-Confidence Motion

Manipur CM N Biren Singh Resigns Ahead of No-Confidence Motion

New Delhi, February 9, 2025: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh submitted his resignation on Sunday, stepping down just days before the upcoming assembly session, where the Congress had planned to introduce a no-confidence motion against his government. His resignation marks a significant shift in the state's political landscape, which has been grappling with prolonged ethnic violence and internal unrest.Singh’s exit follows a closed-door meeting with BJP’s top leadership in Delhi, though he had initially claimed he was visiting the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. His departure comes amid rising tensions within the BJP-led alliance, as the party struggled to maintain…
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12 Naxalites Killed, 2 Jawans Martyred in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur Encounter

12 Naxalites Killed, 2 Jawans Martyred in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur Encounter

Bastar (Chhattisgarh), February 9, 2025: A fierce encounter between security forces and Naxalites in Bijapur district’s dense forests resulted in the elimination of 12 insurgents, while two jawans lost their lives in the gunfight. The clash erupted early Sunday morning during an anti-Naxal operation in the National Park area, with security forces engaging heavily armed militants in a prolonged battle.Officials confirmed that the operation was led by a joint team comprising the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Special Task Force (STF), and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). In addition to the casualties, two security personnel sustained injuries and are currently receiving…
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Priyanka Gandhi Slams BJP-Led Government, Vows to Address Man-Animal Conflict in Wayanad

Priyanka Gandhi Slams BJP-Led Government, Vows to Address Man-Animal Conflict in Wayanad

Malappuram (Kerala), February 9, 2025: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led central government, accusing it of undermining democracy and weakening the Constitution. Speaking at a United Democratic Front (UDF) booth-level leadership meeting at Sullamussalam Science College in Malappuram, she urged party workers to fight for the "soul of India." Priyanka accused the ruling party of working against democratic values, stating, “It is probably the first time in the history of our nation that we have a government which is working to weaken the Constitution and democracy.” Calling on Congress workers to take an active…
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BJP Government to Form SIT for Corruption Probe in Delhi

BJP Government to Form SIT for Corruption Probe in Delhi

New Delhi (National Times)– The newly elected Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Delhi has announced that one of its top priorities will be the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe corruption allegations under the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government. BJP leader Parvesh Verma, who secured a major victory by defeating former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the New Delhi constituency, made the announcement while addressing party workers amid celebrations of the party’s landslide victory in the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025. BJP Leadership to Decide on New Chief Minister Speaking to ANI, Verma credited the…
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Swati Maliwal Slams AAP After Delhi Election Defeat, Congratulates BJP

Swati Maliwal Slams AAP After Delhi Election Defeat, Congratulates BJP

New Delhi, February 8, 2025 – As the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) faces a crushing defeat in the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025, Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal has launched a scathing attack on her own party, attributing its downfall to governance failures and its treatment of women. "God Punishes Those Who Harm Women": Maliwal's Sharp Jibe at AAP Maliwal, who had earlier accused AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar of assaulting her at the former CM’s residence, made a veiled reference to the incident, stating that divine justice is inevitable for those who commit wrongs against women. "If we…
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BJP Hits Half-Century in Initial Trends, Leading on 50 Seats

BJP Hits Half-Century in Initial Trends, Leading on 50 Seats

New Delhi (National Times): In the latest electoral trends as of 9:30 AM, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has surged ahead, leading on 50 seats, marking a strong start for the party. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) trails behind with leads on 19 seats, while the Congress appears to be struggling, managing to take the lead on just one seat so far. The BJP’s performance reflects its significant groundwork and organizational strength, with early trends favoring its return to power in key regions. Meanwhile, AAP continues to show presence but is far behind the BJP in gaining traction. Congress, once…
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487 Indians in the US Face Deportation Orders: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

487 Indians in the US Face Deportation Orders: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

New Delhi (National Times): India's Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, announced on Friday that the United States has informed India about 487 individuals identified as Indian nationals who have received removal orders. These individuals are reportedly at risk of deportation from the US. During a press briefing, Misri stated that the Indian government is actively engaging with the Trump administration to ensure the safe return of those identified as illegal immigrants. He emphasized that the Indian authorities are closely monitoring the situation and collaborating with US officials to address the concerns surrounding these individuals. Regarding the deportation of illegal Indian immigrants,…
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Delhi LG Calls for ACB Probe into Kejriwal’s Allegations Against BJP

Delhi LG Calls for ACB Probe into Kejriwal’s Allegations Against BJP

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has recommended an investigation by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) into allegations made by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal, claiming that the BJP attempted to poach its MLAs ahead of the Delhi Assembly election results on February 8. The LG's Principal Secretary has instructed the Chief Secretary of the Delhi government to initiate an ACB inquiry into claims of bribes allegedly offered to AAP MLAs. This recommendation follows a complaint from the BJP, asserting that Kejriwal's allegations are "false and baseless," intended to damage the party's reputation and create unrest in Delhi after the…
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