War of Words Over Regime Change Row as BJP Slams Congress and Allies
A political war of words has broken out between the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party over calls for regime change. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh slammed the opposition and civil society groups, alleging that the Congress and its allies are attempting to instigate a Bangladesh-like situation in India and use youth protests to spread anarchy. Responding to the charges, Congress leader Pawan Khera acknowledged that the opposition is seeking a change of regime, stressing that in a democracy like India, such transitions occur legitimately through elections. The controversy escalated following remarks made during a press conference by Citizen for Justice and Peace representatives including Prashant Bhushan. The ruling party accused the opposition of using student movements to destabilise institutions, while Congress maintained that challenging and replacing the government through peaceful democratic protests and the ballot box remains the rightful duty of any political opposition.
DMK-TVK Credit War, Madras HC On Reels In Polls & Priyank Kharge's CJP Remark
A major political row has erupted in Tamil Nadu between the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam over the inauguration of the ₹300-crore Periyar Library in Coimbatore. Former Chief Minister M.K. Stalin asserted that the credit belongs to the previous DMK government for constructing the project, while Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin criticised Chief Minister Vijay for ribbon-cutting ceremonies. Meanwhile, the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam targeted TVK over bribery allegations against a Salem legislator. In Chennai, the DMK and VCK staged demonstrations demanding the scrapping of the Special Intensive Revision and the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Separately, the Madras High Court raised concerns over social media reels featuring children during elections. In Karnataka, Home Minister Priyank Kharge's comment comparing the Congress and Cockroach Janta Party drew sharp attacks from the Bharatiya Janata Party, while police denied CJP permission to hold protests at Town Hall.
Jhansi Women Run Ration Plant, Gain Financial Independence & Social Respect
Women in Bhojla Gram Panchayat of Jhansi district are achieving financial independence and earning greater family respect through self-help groups. By pooling savings, members established Saksham Prerna Laghu Udyog, a Take Home Ration manufacturing plant producing nutritious food such as barfi, halwa, porridge, and moong dal preparations for Anganwadi children. Seventeen self-help groups are associated with the plant. Former tailor and laborer Draupadi now sends her children to a better school, while group leader Saroj enrolled hers in private education. Vineeta, whose family initially opposed her joining, now supports her husband financially and speaks with greater confidence.
Connaught Place Traders Face Heavy Losses Over Protests, Demand Ban: NDTA
New Delhi Traders Association representative Atul Bhargav has urged authorities to bar protests in Connaught Place, pointing out severe disruptions caused by road blockades and police barricades. Speaking on the impact of demonstrations called at Central Park, he stated that major commercial losses have hit traders over the last two months right ahead of the festival season. Bhargav highlighted that closures around Janpath Market, Palika Bazaar, and Khan Market deter visitors and choke businesses. He dismissed suggestions to permit demonstrations inside Central Park, noting past rallies turned disorderly after crowds emerged from metro stations onto arterial roads.