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New Delhi, India: The traditional Karthigai Deepam festival in Tamil Nadu has stirred political and legal tensions, bringing the Stalin-led DMK government before the Supreme Court. The issue centers around the lighting of the Mahadeepam on the hilltop at Thirupparankundram, which some groups claim has been restricted in violation of tradition.On Thursday evening, BJP leaders and right-wing supporters staged protests when police denied permission to light the hilltop lamp, despite Madurai Bench of Madras High Court orders lifting restrictions on large-scale celebrations. The case is now under consideration by a bench of CJI Sunil Suryakant and Justice J. Bagchi, who indicated that the petition will be listed for hearing after reviewing submissions from the Tamil Nadu government.Significan...

Russia-India Strategic Partnership Enters a New Era as Putin Stands Firmly With New DelhiNew Delhi: At a time when global geopolitics is witnessing unprecedented turbulence, Russia has once again demonstrated why it remains India’s most reliable partner. Russian President Vladimir Putin, currently on a two-day visit to India, has sent a strong message to the United States by firmly backing New Delhi—dismissing any idea that India can be pressured or coerced.Putin will attend the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit and hold key meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu. The visit comes at a pivotal moment, with both nations seeking to strengthen their long-standing strategic ties amidst a fast-changing world order. Crucial discussions on expanding bilateral trade...

New Delhi: Congress Parliamentary Party leader Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government of taking a “death warrant”-like step for the Aravalli Hills. In an article written for The Hindu, she highlighted that the government has granted mining exemptions for areas of the Aravalli range below 100 meters in height.Aravalli Hills Already Severely DegradedGandhi pointed out that the Aravalli mountain range, stretching across Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Haryana, has historically played a significant role in India’s geography and heritage. She said, “The Modi government has effectively signed a near ‘death warrant’ for these hills, which were already severely degraded due to illegal mining. Any hill below 100 meters in height is now exempt from strict mining rest...

New Delhi: With the onset of December, northwest India is experiencing a sharp drop in temperatures, while parts of southern India are likely to receive heavy rainfall in the next 24–48 hours, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Delhi is expected to witness falling temperatures and chilly winds over the coming days, while Uttar Pradesh currently experiences moderate cold with morning fog continuing in many areas.Weather Forecast for DelhiThe IMD has predicted that Delhi’s maximum temperatures over the next few days will range between 22–24°C, with minimum temperatures dropping to 6–9°C. A cold wave alert has also been issued, indicating that residents will experience colder-than-normal winds.December 3: Morning fog and haze expected; afternoon will see brief sunlight. D...

Nivaraha Foundation to Launch Nationwide ‘Media Integrity Protection Campaign’ from December 6Indore/New Delhi: Nivaraha Foundation is set to launch a nationwide initiative, the “Media Integrity Protection Campaign”, starting December 6. The campaign aims to demand strict action against fake journalists, fraudulent YouTubers, blackmail gangs, and illegally operating media houses spreading misinformation across the country.The foundation has announced that in every district, memorandums will be submitted to the District Collector, Superintendent of Police, and Police Commissioner, urging them to:File FIRs against fake journalistsTake immediate action against YouTubers and media groups involved in blackmail or extortionEnforce legal penalties on media houses violating th...

New Delhi, 15 Nov 2025 – In a first-of-its-kind initiative in India, the Nivrah Foundation has announced a comprehensive national campaign, “Digital Media Awareness & Legal Compliance Campaign – 2025”, targeting digital media professionals, journalists, YouTubers, social media creators, and online news publishers.The campaign will be implemented nationwide under the leadership of Shri Vinayak Ashok Luniya, National President of Nivrah Foundation and Chairman of its Digital Media Self-Regulatory Body.Objective of the CampaignThe campaign aims to make the digital media sector legally secure, transparent, and responsible. Key highlights include guidance on:Digital Media Act 2021IT Act 2000 & IT Rules 2021New Indian Justice Code (BNS)Participants will ...

Date: 14 November 2025New DelhiNivraha Foundation Launches 40% Subsidized ‘Hospicash Insurance Programme’**New Delhi.Vinayak Ashok Luniya, National President of the Nivraha Foundation, has announced an important welfare initiative for journalists and media professionals across the country. The foundation will provide a 40% subsidy on the premium of the Hospicash Insurance Policy designed exclusively for journalists. The programme aims to ensure financial support and health security for media personnel.Luniya informed that if any journalist is hospitalized due to health reasons, the Hospicash policy will provide ₹1,000 per day as maintenance allowance, paid directly by the insurance company for the duration of hospitalization.Premium StructureAccording to Luniya,...

In a major initiative aimed at promoting the well-being of journalists and media personnel, Nivaraha Foundation, an organization actively engaged across 24 departments for the welfare of media and society, has announced a Free Mental Health & Stress Relief Counselling Program.The foundation’s National President, Vinayak Ashok Luniya, made this significant decision immediately after assuming office, emphasizing the urgent need for mental health awareness in today’s stressful times.“Every individual today — whether a child, youth, or elder — is living under some form of mental pressure. This prolonged stress is silently turning into life-threatening diseases,” said Vinayak Luniya.“Imbalance in mental health often leads to issues like high blood pressure, diabetes, anxiety, and h...