On November 27, Islamabad woke up to scenes of destruction, with streets filled with debris, broken glass, and burned vehicles. This came after violent protests by supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who had besieged the city days earlier. The protests, which took place on November 24, led to a security lockdown in Islamabad, with highways blocked. At least six people, including four paramilitary soldiers and two protesters, were killed during the unrest. Pakistani Rangers remained on high alert, continuing to guard the city. Khan, who has been in jail since August 2023, blames the military for his 2022 removal and accuses them of rigging elections to prevent his party from regaining power.
28 November,2024 11:59 AM IST
Islamabad is on high alert as protests against the Anti-government sentiments continued in Pakistan. PTI supporters continued to protest for the release of former PM Imran Khan. Supporters of jailed Imran Khan gathered for an anti-government rally in defiance of a ban on the congregation in Islamabad. Over 80 police personnel have been injured in clashes with supporters of Imran Khan in Islamabad. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi told journalists that the convoy fired on the police and continuously used teargas. He said while the convoy was heavily armed, the police had been instructed not to carry weapons to prevent the situation from escalating. Authorities have sealed off Islamabad and blocked cellphone services to prevent the gathering. Islamabad is on high alert ahead of a series of top-level diplomatic events scheduled over the next two weeks. Notably, it was the latest in a series of protest rallies since last month to press for Khan's release and agitate against the ruling coalition. Former Jailed PM Imran Khan the ruling govt ‘illegitimate’ alleging it was formed after a fraudulent election.
06 October,2024 04:17 PM IST
Amidst the controversy around the WAQF Amendment Bill, Social workers and Islamic scholars Mohammad Tahir Ismail and Mufti Wajahat Qasmi, in an interview with ANI, addressed concerns about the Government's Waqf Amendment Bill. They criticized political parties for politicizing the issue by claiming that the government intends to seize people's properties. Both scholars dismissed these claims, stating that the government's focus is on the development of all sections of society. They also pointed out that the Sachar Committee had previously recommended that the government make certain changes and amendments regarding Waqf.
14 September,2024 12:47 PM IST
US President Joe Biden’s “xenophobia” comment on May 01 at a fundraiser campaign triggered a diplomatic row. US President said “xenophobia” from China, India, and Japan is stopping the economic growth of these countries. President Joe Biden made this controversial remark while advocating for the US immigration policy. He said, “Folks, this election is about freedom, America, and democracy. That’s why I badly need you. You know, one of the reasons why our economy is growing is because of you and many others. Why? Because we welcome immigrants. We look to — the reason — look, think about it. Why is China stalling so badly economically? Why is Japan having trouble? Why is Russia? Why is India? Because they’re xenophobic. They don’t want immigrants.” The remarks, from Joe Biden came after The White House hosted Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida for a State visit. Notably, The White House welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a state visit last summer. However, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre defended President Biden’s statement. She said that the President’s comments were part of a broader message emphasising the strength of America's immigrant heritage. Our allies and partners know very well how much this President respects them...He was making a broad comment speaking about this (US) country, speaking about how important it is to be a country of immigrants and how it makes our country stronger. Notably, The US will go to polls later this year, and country's economy, immigration are the top issues for voters.
03 May,2024 05:08 PM IST
After being expelled from the Congress party for ‘anti-party’ activities, Veteran Leader from the Congress party, Acharya Pramod slammed Congress leaders and hailed PM Modi. On Acharya Pramod expulsion, Acharya Pramod Krishnam said, "...'Main Congress party ka naukar nahi tha, aur maine naukri bhi nahi maangi thi'...The first person to see the dream of Ram Rajya was Mahatma Gandhi and PM Modi is fulfilling his dreams. If PM Modi is taking decisions for the welfare of the country, it should be appreciated but the Congress party hates PM Modi so much that now they have started hating the entire country. Now, they want to erase 'Sanatana', they hate PM Modi so much that they start hating anyone who even meets him...I want to thank the leaders of Congress who played a vital role in expelling me from the party..."
11 February,2024 05:32 PM IST
The Congress party recently expelled veteran Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam for 6 years. Soon after Acharya Pramod expulsion, the veteran leader made explosive claims about the equations within the Congress Party. Acharya Pramod Krishnam served as an advisor to Priyanka Gandhi. He claimed that Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is being disrespected in the party. He said, "Sachin Pilot has been disrespected a lot in the party and like Lord Shiv, he is gulping the poison. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is also being disrespected...You should ask her why is she not joining Rahul Gandhi in his Yatra? The question is who is giving instructions to disrespect them because our president (Mallikarjun Kharge) is just a rubber stamp..."
11 February,2024 04:25 PM IST
After being expelled from the Congress party for ‘anti-party’ activities, Veteran Leader from the Congress party, Acharya Pramod slammed Rahul Gandhi for insulting senior leaders. Expelled Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam said, "Congress party started insulting me. I have faced a lot of insults, yet I did not leave the party. The promise that I made to Rajiv Gandhi, used to come in between and hence I did not leave the party...I also thought that the person who does not know how to respect people who stood with their grandparents, mother, father...leaders like Ghulam Nabi Azad, Kamal Nath, Bhupinder Singh Hooda, Digvijaya Singh and Anand Sharma used to stay with Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi. They were the people who held the hands of Rahul Gandhi and made him learn how to walk. I questioned myself, that if the person does not respect such big leaders, then it won’t be a big thing for him to insult me...". Acharya Pramod Expulsion comes days after he met PM Narendra Modi and attended the Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
11 February,2024 03:24 PM IST
The Committee on External Affairs highlighted that Pakistan’s ISI is providing a haven to terrorist outfits. ISI is Pakistan’s agency responsible for providing intelligence inputs to the country’s military. The report highlighted that terrorism in India is sponsored from across the border. The Committee on External Affairs presented their 28th report on ‘Countering Global Terrorism at Regional and International Levels’. The report emphasised an action plan and mechanism to root out terrorist networks in the neighbouring countries. For a long time, Pakistan has been accused of being a ‘terror hub’ and providing shelter to terror groups. India has strained ties with Pakistan because of its continuous infiltration attempts in Jammu & Kashmir. Post abrogation of Article 370, India-Pakistan relations have nosedived.
06 February,2024 02:35 PM IST
The Ministry of Home Affairs on Jan 29 extended the ban on the Students Islamic Movement of India. The Central Government banned SIMI for another five years as an 'unlawful association' under the UAPA. Ministry of Home Affairs took action by exercising the powers conferred by the provisions of UAPA. MHA had declared SIMI as unlawful association on Sept 27, 2001, and it later kept on extending the ban. SIMI “continuing to be involved in fomenting terrorism, disturbing peace, communal harmony in India”. Many criminal cases have been registered against SIMI and its members under various sections of IPC. Home Minister Amit Shah said that SIMI ban is part of PM Modi Government's 'zero tolerance' policy.
30 January,2024 04:07 PM IST
A recent report by Pew Research Center claimed that 98% of India’s Muslims are free to practice their religion in the nation. The remaining 2% said they were “not too free” to practice their religion, with virtually no one answering “not at all free”. As per its website, Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that talks about the issues, attitudes, trends shaping the world. In an Opinion piece by Washington Examiner, American Sociologist Salvatore Babones quoted this info from Pew Research. He compared the situation of minorities in India and the US, from where several reports questioning India’s democracy are published. Notably, US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) in its annual report proposed to blacklist India. USCIRF recommended 17 countries (including India) to the State Department to be designated as ‘Countries of Particular Concern’. As per Pew Research Center’s survey, 95% of Muslims said that they were “proud to be Indian”.
18 June,2023 03:20 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
