On July 9, 2025, a massive Bharat Bandh is expected as over 25 crore workers and farmers protest pro-corporate government policies. Major banks, schools, public transport, and several services could see disruptions with planned rallies and demonstrations across the country.
The upcoming Bharat Bandh on July 9, 2025, sees a major shift as the BMS, a large trade union, steps back, calling the strike politically motivated. With key sectors set to be disrupted by participating unions and farmers, the BMS's absence may dampen the overall impact.
Donald Trump amped up his clash with Elon Musk by threatening to yank federal support from Tesla and SpaceX, even suggesting Musk might 'head back home.' The spat follows Musk's fierce criticism of the Republican bill that dropped electric vehicle backing. The dispute exposes deepening political rifts and signals big trouble for their former alliance.
India's Supreme Court has ordered a Special Investigation Team to probe Madhya Pradesh minister Vijay Shah's comments targeting Col Sofiya Qureshi, after rejecting his apology. The SIT, led by senior IPS officers from outside the state, must submit its findings by May 28, 2025. Shah's arrest is on hold, but the court is keeping a close watch.
BJP shook up Delhi's 2025 election game by zeroing in on 30 Dalit-majority seats with a ground-up outreach. Using targeted booth work and welfare pledges, they stole key constituencies from AAP, signaling a real change in Dalit voting patterns after 2024.
Rahul Gandhi's return to Amethi set off both fervent celebrations by Congress supporters and angry protests from BJP groups over controversial posters. While Gandhi focused on local development projects, the visit put a spotlight on deep political divides and the symbolic value of Amethi for the Congress party.
The 2024 Winter Session of Parliament, marred by disruptions, struggled with legislative progress as Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha operated at low productivity levels. Only the Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak, addressing civil aviation reforms, was passed, with significant budgetary approvals and intense constitutional debates marking the session. Despite key motions and discussions, the session concluded with minimal legislative outcomes.
Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi strongly supports the Waqf Amendment Bill, aiming to rectify mismanagement in Waqf properties. Despite opposition and concerns, he calls for parliament discussions, emphasizing reforms for transparency and protection of religious sites, aligned with Modi's 'Amrit Kaal' vision.
Rekha Gupta, the new Chief Minister of Delhi, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss development strategies. Following her Cabinet's recent approval of the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, she expressed her dedication to advancing a 'Viksit Delhi.' Key infrastructure projects and women's welfare initiatives are top priorities for Gupta's administration.
Sonia Gandhi, Congress leader, was released from Delhi's Sir Ganga Ram Hospital following a routine check-up for stomach issues. Her brief hospitalization for observation on February 20, 2025, marked her third such occurrence in under a year. Despite health setbacks, Gandhi recently participated in Parliament, with her son now holding her former Lok Sabha seat.