The Women’s Reservation Bill continues to languish in Parliament. (Photo: IANS/Qamar Sibtain)Deepika BhanNew Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) The Women’s Reservation Bill continues to languish in Parliament. The struggle for it began soon after the Deve Gowda-led United Front government introduced the Bill in the Lok Sabha in September 1996. The Bill, however, was never brought up for debate in the Lok Sabha and died with the dissolution of the 15th Lok Sabha. He said, “Like Socrates drank poison to establish the truth, so will I to show the truth about the women’s reservation bill.” He demanded a quota-within-quota to accommodate the OBCs.

September 10, 2023 20:15 UTC

(photo:Twitter)Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 10 (ANI): Amid the persisting sound and fury over Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin’s rank against ‘Sanatan Dharma’, the BJP’s state unit said it will hold a protest in Chennai on Monday, demanding the dismissal of another minister, PK Sekar Babu in connection with the matter. The BJP claimed that Minister Sekar Babu, who heads the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department, participated in the conference on Sanatan Dharma, where Udhayanidhi went on an explosive rant, thereby violating his oath of office. Similar protests will also be held across the state demanding that the offices of the Hindu Charitable Department be blocked in all the districts of Tamil Nadu. “From this, we can understand which party is in favour of a backward society,” the state BJP Chief said. Addressing a public rally in Theni, the BJP state president said, “It has been 29 months since the DMK came to power in Tamil Nadu.

September 10, 2023 19:59 UTC

“We will make collective decisions, carry everyone along and as you have never disappointed me, I will never disappoint you,” he said while addressing the party workers in Hyderabad. Sticking to the demands of timely elections, Bilawal, however, made it clear that he held his ground when it came to politics, the Constitution, and party policy, putting him at odds with his father's stance over elections. “It is being said that it is not possible to hold elections in 90 days, but I think general elections can be held within 60 days,” he contended. He reaffirmed his commitment to participating in the elections, asserting, "We are accustomed to facing challenges head-on, and we will not run from the elections. However, if some of our allies are considering running away from the elections, we will let them run because when you don't contest elections, someone else takes your seat."

September 10, 2023 16:47 UTC

Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan lies down on road in protest against police action. (ANI)Vijayawada: High tension prevailed in Garikapadu Check Post near Andhra Pradesh and Telangana border as the police stopped Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan from entering Vijayawada to meet TD supremo N. Chandrababu Naidu following his arrest by APCID on Saturday. Though police tried to dissuade Pawan Kalyan from entering Andhra Pradesh citing the possible law and order issues, the actor-turned-politician's convoy proceeded to enter the state. A large number of party supporters also arrived at the check post demanding that PK should be allowed to visit Vijayawada. Earlier, Pawan tried to reach Vijayawada by flight, but the the airport authorities denied permission for the aircraft to take off from Begumpet airport citing the instruction from Krishna district police.

September 10, 2023 15:43 UTC

The shift in any nation’s fate is driven by either the success in the system or its failure. That machinery is the American system. Twenty-six amendments have been made to the American constitution since it was drafted almost 336 years ago compared to twenty-seven amendments in our constitution which was drafted 51 years ago. We need to relook at our morals — the morals of our society. Not only do we deserve a change in our system which is not delivering but we also deserve the change in the status of women in our society.

September 10, 2023 13:31 UTC





Interestingly, a day earlier the foreign minister apparently exonerated the Afghan Taliban of their role when he termed the Chitral attack an "isolated incident" and noted that it was not "sanctioned" by the Afghan Taliban government. Foreign Minister Jilani said the Afghan government must not allow its soil to be used by banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan or any other group. The Foreign Minister said the SIFC meeting was briefed about Pakistan's the foreign policy. Jilani said that Pakistan also enjoys good relations with Saudi Arabia, Middle East, GCC, South Asian and Central Asian countries. The foreign minister said “steps are being taken to solve the problems of international investors”.

September 10, 2023 11:21 UTC

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi appears on a screen as he attends "Session II: One Family" at the G20 summit in New Delhi, India, September 9, 2023. PHOTO: REUTERSThe Ukrainian foreign ministry said on Saturday the G20's joint declaration was "nothing to be proud of" and criticised it for not mentioning Russia. "It is clear that the participation of the Ukrainian side (in the G20 meeting) would have allowed the participants to better understand the situation," he wrote on Facebook. Read also: G20 summit avoids condemning Russia for Ukraine war, calls for peaceDespite his disappointment with the overall G20 text, Nikolenko thanked Ukraine's allies for doing their part to advance Ukraine's position in the declaration. "Ukraine is grateful to the partners who tried to include strong formulations in the text.”

September 10, 2023 05:24 UTC

This intricate duality within India’s identity merits a closer examination, offering insights into the intricate dynamics of a nation poised on the brink of transformation. Unlike Western nations, India never fully developed the kind of social and civic resilience that characterizes more developed societies. India’s unique path, or rather its deviation from the norm, necessitated the forging of an identity distinct from the Western mold. While this topic deserves its own exploration, it’s crucial to grasp that India’s identity was always fluid. While India was crafting its own unique identity, Pakistan increasingly leaned into the role of being India’s antithesis.

September 10, 2023 00:06 UTC

In this regard, the UAE’s pledge of $4.5 billion in clean energy investments in Africa stands out, highlighting their support for the continent’s transition to green energy. It’s a stark reminder that global climate change policies often require local population support in the so-called Global South. The Arab world’s technological advancements hold the key to enhancing Africa’s capacity to combat climate change, from renewable energy solutions to advanced agricultural practices. Africa currently generates only half of the Netherlands’ solar energy production, highlighting the potential for growth in the continent’s renewable energy sector. Globally, the renewable energy sector is surging, with 80 percent of new power plants being of the renewable variety this year, with solar energy leading the charge.

September 09, 2023 23:44 UTC

Reacting to former president Asif Ali Zardari's statement on general elections, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Saturday said he was bound by his father’s advice over domestic affairs, but not over political decisions. Zardari, the president of Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians (PPPP) and co-chairman of PPP, had vetoed his party’s consistent stance in favour of conducting elections within 90 days earlier in the day. Bilawal said that the last CEC meeting had decided to contact the election commission over the issue, adding that a delegation of Pakistan Peoples Party has contacted the ECP and put their objections before them. Bilawal and the PPP leadership had previously moved the courts and the interim government to hold polls within 90 days. However, on Friday, Bilawal suggested extending the exercise to 120 days if not possible within the 90-day constitutional timeframe.

September 09, 2023 22:40 UTC

"Elections must be held promptly, either within 90 days or, if not [possible], within 120 days," he told reporters. “The PPP was ready for elections before and … is ready for elections in 90 days, according to the Constitution,” he said. According to the Constitution, if the National Assembly is dissolved prematurely, general elections should be held within 90 days. Consequently, the ECP stated that holding elections within 90 days would not be feasible and proposed a date sometime in February of the following year. Bilawal pointed out a difference in interpretation of the Constitution among the PPP, the ECP and the PDM.

September 09, 2023 16:44 UTC

Hemant likes to watch the reality TV show ‘Bigg Boss’. Interesting facts about HemantDuring his school and college days, he took part in many street plays and theatre shows. After playing minor roles, he played comic characters in films like, Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein, Aap Mujhe Achhe Lagne Lage, Fareb, and Journey of Bhangowar. Hemant’s Kumaoni filmIn 2017, he was seen in a Kumaoni film 'Gopi Bhina'. Hemant was recently seen in the movie ‘Zindagi Shatranj Hai’.

September 09, 2023 10:58 UTC

SEOUL-North Korea has launched its first “tactical nuclear attack submarine”, state media reported Friday, although the South Korean military said the vessel might not be operational. Images in state media showed Kim, wearing a light suit and sun hat, speaking to white-uniformed sailors next to the submarine, whose bow was decorated with the North Korean flag. North Korea will turn its existing submarines into attack vessels equipped with nuclear weapons, Kim said. But the South Korean military said Pyongyang’s claims could not be taken at face value. North Korea has conducted a record number of weapons tests this year, and last month failed in its second attempt to put a spy satellite into orbit.

September 09, 2023 07:25 UTC

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev says Political and economic reforms alone are not sufficient to build a Just Kazakhstan. ‘The development of nuclear power is a particularly important economic and political issue. There are different opinions on the feasibility of building a nuclear power plant in our country. On the other hand, many citizens and some experts have safety concerns about nuclear power plants’. The President further Political and economic reforms alone are not sufficient to build a Just Kazakhstan.

September 08, 2023 23:53 UTC

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Friday said that his party was ready to participate in the upcoming general elections, emphasising that if the polls cannot be held within 90 days, they should be conducted within 120 days. It is expected that President Alvi will send a letter to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), proposing a date in November for the elections. PPP has been opposing any delay in the general elections after the coalition government completed its tenure last month. Speaking to the media in Karachi, Bilawal stated that the elections should be held as soon as possible or within 90-day constitutional limit. Bilawal insisted on the prompt conduct of elections, emphasising, "Elections must be held promptly, either within 90 days or, if not, within 120 days."

September 08, 2023 21:46 UTC