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Congress MP Rakibul Hussain Assaulted in Nagaon, Accuses Assam CM of Orchestrating the Attack Amidst Election Tensions

Nagaon, India — A prominent Congress politician, Rakibul Hussain, was assaulted by masked assailants while navigating a local market area in Rupahihat, sparking both national attention and controversy in the northeastern state of Assam. The incident, captured on video Thursday, shows Hussain being attacked by a group wielding cricket bats and sticks. Hussain, who is also an MP representing Dhubri, and his son Tanzil were en route to a political meeting in Puthikhaiti on a …

Political Tensions Escalate in Maharashtra: BJP Leader Wagh Condemns Attack on MLA’s Sister, Accuses Congress of Complicity

Mumbai, India — Tensions are escalating in Maharashtra politics as BJP leader Chitra Wagh levels serious accusations against Congress following a violent attack on Archana Rothe, the sister of BJP MLA Pratap Adsad. This incident comes as Adsad gears up for a challenging assembly election battle in Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati, adding a layer of complexity to the already volatile electoral atmosphere. Wagh, who holds the position of Maharashtra BJP Mahila Morcha President, alleged that Rothe …

World Jewish Congress Denounces Attack on Israeli Soccer Fans in Amsterdam, Calls for Stronger Measures Against Rising Antisemitism

AMSTERDAM – Ronald S. Lauder, President of the World Jewish Congress, has publicly denounced a recent attack on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam, describing the event as a stark reminder of the rising tide of antisemitism worldwide. Lauder emphasized the need for a decisive response to protect Jewish communities and ensure public safety. The incident took place during a soccer match featuring the Maccabi Tel Aviv team, where fans were reportedly subjected to unprovoked assaults, …

House Subcommittee Accuses Former Governor Cuomo of Misleading Congress in Pandemic Report, Seeks DOJ Investigation

Washington, D.C. – The Republican-led House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic has taken a significant step by dispatching a letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland on Thursday. In this letter, the committee referred a potential criminal case involving former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, to the Department of Justice. The referral alleges that Cuomo provided misleading testimony to Congress regarding his involvement in a health department report that significantly underestimated the …

Congress Proposes Ban on Weighted Infant Sleep Products to Enhance Child Safety Following Alarming Reports

Washington, D.C. — In response to concerns over infant safety, federal lawmakers have initiated a legislative push to ban the sale of weighted sleep products designed for infants, such as swaddles and sleep sacks. The move, spearheaded by Congressman Tony Cárdenas, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, and Senator Richard Blumenthal, aims to address the risks such products pose to babies during unsupervised sleep times by potentially restricting their movements and affecting their breathing. The proposed legislation, dubbed …

Rahul Gandhi Accuses BJP of Ignoring Hindu Principles in Heated Clash at Gujarat Congress Office

New Delhi, India – Amid heightened political tensions, Rahul Gandhi, Rae Bareli Member of Parliament and opposition leader in the Lok Sabha, sharply criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following a clash at the Gujarat Congress office. Gandhi accused the BJP of failing to uphold the fundamental tenets of Hinduism, asserting that they propagate violence and hatred. The controversy erupted after a confrontation involving party workers from both the BJP and the Congress, who exchanged …

Rahul Gandhi Condemns BJP’s Alleged Violent Act, Claims Misunderstanding of Hinduism Principles Amid Gujarat Congress Office Clash

New Delhi, India – Tensions flared at the Gujarat Congress headquarters in Ahmedabad, where violent clashes erupted between workers of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress during a protest. The confrontation was sparked by controversial remarks made by Rahul Gandhi, a prominent leader from the Congress party, during a session in the Lok Sabha, India’s lower house of Parliament. Rahul Gandhi, taking to social media, condemned the attack on the Congress office, framing …

Youth Congress President’s Arrest Spurs Intensified Critique Against CPI(M)-Led Government in Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram, India – The arrest of Kerala Youth Congress president Rahul Mamkootathil has sparked significant tension and political turmoil in the southern state. Mamkootathil was taken into custody in connection with a recent violent protest, leading to accusations from the Congress party that his arrest was a “political decision” made by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. The Youth Congress responded to Mamkootathil’s arrest by conducting a protest march to the Secretariat in the capital city, prompting …

Capitol Officer Running for Congress in Maryland After Defending Jan. 6 Attack

An officer who defended the Capitol on January 6th in Washington D.C. has announced plans to run for Congress in Maryland. This decision comes after the events of the violent attack on the Capitol last year. The former officer, who played a crucial role in defending the Capitol, has decided to pursue a career in politics by running for a seat in Congress in Maryland. The officer’s decision to run for Congress comes as a …