Democracy

The Supreme Court has dismissed Allahabad High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma’s petition challenging an in-house inquiry into allegations of unaccounted cash found at his residence. The bench ruled that the probe had legal sanction and rejected claims of constitutional violations, reinforcing the judiciary’s internal accountability mechanisms.

India’s Aadhaar system is getting a major digital overhaul! By the end of 2025, UIDAI plans to roll out nationwide QR code-based e-Aadhaar verification, eliminating the need for physical copies. With a redesigned mobile app and data integration from government records, the new system promises faster, fraud-proof authentication.

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has processed over 98% of applications for higher pensions, but a staggering 11 lakh claims have been rejected. While 4 lakh applicants received approval, many remain in the dark about the reasons behind the high rejection rate. Here’s what you need to know.

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh declared in Parliament that Operation Sindoor was paused after achieving key military objectives, dismissing claims of external pressure. He warned Pakistan against further aggression, stating that India’s armed forces remain ready to retaliate if provoked.

India is gearing up to bolster its nuclear deterrence with a next-generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), designed to outmaneuver advanced anti-missile systems like Russia’s S-500 and America’s THAAD. With DRDO finalizing design studies, this cutting-edge weapon could redefine India’s strategic defense capabilities.

In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has stayed the Calcutta High Court’s order that blocked West Bengal’s revised OBC list. Calling the HC’s decision “prima facie erroneous,” the apex court reinforced that states can classify backward classes via executive orders—a precedent set by the landmark Indira Sawhney judgment. The ruling comes as a…

India is on the verge of finalizing a groundbreaking defence deal with US-based Shield AI to locally manufacture advanced V-BAT combat drones—a rare move involving full technology transfer. This strategic partnership, part of a $4.5 billion emergency procurement plan, could position India as a global hub for drone production while strengthening its defence capabilities.

As India marks the 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, Bollywood celebrities including Sidharth Malhotra, Akshay Kumar, and Suniel Shetty paid heartfelt tributes to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the 1999 war. From emotional Instagram posts to powerful social media messages, the stars honored the nation’s real heroes.