Articles by Vrinda Tulsian
'Set up Heritage Recovery Task Force to repatriate stolen artifacts from abroad'
The panel, headed by JDU leader Sanjay Kumar Jha, sadi the task force should comprise diplomats, legal experts, archaeologists, and art historians
Updated on Mar 25, 2025 11:25 PM IST
SC must take note: WCD minister on Allahabad HC ruling on rape
“I don’t support this decision. The Supreme Court should also take note of this decision because it will have adverse impact on a civil society. It has no place in a civilised society,” Devi said
Published on Mar 22, 2025 07:18 AM IST
Vrinda Tulsian, New Delhi
Be precise in assessment of projected expenditure: Parl committee to NITI Aayog
The report pointed out that Niti Aayog sought ₹1,006.60 crore as budget estimates (BE) for 2025-26, a 16.77% jump from the previous financial year’s allocation of ₹837.26 crore
Published on Mar 21, 2025 09:19 AM IST
BJP should turn pages of history: Akhilesh on Nagpur violence amid Aurangzeb row
The violence in Nagpur, which occurred on March 17, was triggered by protests from right-wing groups, who were demanding the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb
Published on Mar 20, 2025 01:26 PM IST
Over 745,000 forest rights claims pending across states: Minister tells RS
According to the data presented in the Rajya Sabha, Telangana has the highest number of pending claims, with around 329,000 unresolved claims
Published on Mar 19, 2025 10:35 PM IST
House panel flags issues with UDID card for persons with disabilities
The Standing Committee on Social Justice and Empowerment pointed out that the Unique Disability ID project has generated around 11.8 million cards.
Published on Mar 18, 2025 09:18 AM IST
₹120-crore aid to Bangladesh remains unchanged: MEA to parliamentary panel
The ministry of external affairs does not expect to start new people-oriented projects in Bangladesh in FY26 amid the ongoing political situation.
Updated on Mar 18, 2025 10:27 AM IST
Over 2 lakh vacancies at Anganwadi Centres: Centre tells Parliament
The highest vacancies were reported in Uttar Pradesh, with 29,858 vacant Anganwadi Workers (AWW) positions and 26,007 vacant Anganwadi Helpers (AWHs) positions
Published on Mar 12, 2025 07:59 PM IST
66,961 sanitation workers validated under NAMASTE scheme: Govt tells Parliament
The NAMASTE scheme was launched in 2023-24 with an aim to address the persistent issues in sanitation work by promoting mechanised solutions and providing rehabilitation support to workers
Published on Mar 11, 2025 06:21 PM IST
Parliament: MPs demand better wages, job security for ASHA workers
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said ASHA workers are the unsung heroes of India’s healthcare system, especially for their contributions during the Covid-19 pandemic
Published on Mar 10, 2025 05:52 PM IST
Dharmendra Pradhan’s remarks about Tamil Nadu trigger protests in Lok Sabha
As the House reassembled, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) member Kanimozhi said she was “very pained and hurt” by a word Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan used
Published on Mar 10, 2025 01:50 PM IST
Delhi to get more one-stop centres to assist women victims of violence
Union minister Annapurna Devi announced five new one-stop centres in Delhi, extending temporary shelter for women from 5 to 10 days, aiding those in distress.
Published on Mar 07, 2025 05:38 AM IST
Proactive approach crucial to tap quantum computing ability: Study
It also called for establishing bilateral partnerships for rapid adoption, especially the modalities that offer scalability
Published on Mar 06, 2025 07:14 AM IST
Rahul Gandhi raises issue of vacancies in NCSC, NCBC with Union minister
The former Congress chief said the Constitution provides for the appointment of a chairperson, vice-chairperson and members to the NCSC and the NCBC
Published on Mar 04, 2025 04:27 PM IST
The world is keenly watching the 21st-century India: PM Modi
India is not just a workforce; we are a world force, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing the NXT Conclave at Bharat Mandapam on Saturday
Published on Mar 01, 2025 07:31 PM IST
Together, we are building an India where farmers are prosperous, empowered: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed government’s commitment to empowering farmers, advancing rural development in a virtual post-budget webinar
Updated on Mar 01, 2025 05:12 PM IST
Privilege motion against EAM’s statement on US deportations
In a letter to Dhankhar, the TMC MP said there was a gap between Jaishankar’s statement and the deportees’ firsthand accounts.
Published on Mar 01, 2025 06:16 AM IST
Cong brass meets Kerala leaders to discuss strategy
According to party leaders, it was also decided that K Sudhakaran will continue as the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee president
Published on Mar 01, 2025 06:12 AM IST
Congress top leadership holds key meeting ahead of 2026 Assam assembly elections
The Congress top brass plans to organise rallies led by Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi in Assam in the run-up to the elections.
Published on Feb 28, 2025 03:53 PM IST
Why no questions on past inhuman deportations: Nadda asks Chidambaram in RS
JP Nadda lamented that it was being portrayed that only the opposition parties were bothered about the inhuman deportation of the Illegal immigrants
Published on Feb 10, 2025 07:44 PM IST
‘Lived with knowledge that every goodbye could be last’
The memoir peels back the layers on a man who seemed set for greater things in the army and who seems to have made an impression on anyone who met him.
Published on Feb 07, 2025 07:12 AM IST
Vrinda Tulsian, New Delhi
476 of 718 Eklavya residential schools functional: Govt tells Lok Sabha
Minister of state for tribal affairs Durgadas Uikey said that delays in land allocation, forest clearances, and local protests have affected progress, particularly in remote areas
Published on Feb 06, 2025 09:43 PM IST
LS adjourned till 12pm after Oppn protests over deportation of Indians from US
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said the government will handle the situation as it is a problem between the Indian government and a foreign government
Published on Feb 06, 2025 12:05 PM IST
2936 lives lost to natural disasters in 2024-25; Himachal, Kerala top list: Govt
The disasters, including floods and landslides, also led to the loss of 61,826 cattle, damage to over 3.63 lakh houses, and affected 14.24 lakh hectares of cropped land
Published on Feb 04, 2025 08:15 PM IST
Parl panel suggests clause to stop returning of awards, govt says no
Parliamentary panel raises concerns over India's cultural awards and adventure tourism safety, recommending commitments from awardees and stricter regulations for operators.
Published on Feb 04, 2025 08:00 AM IST
Oppn MPs say parts of dissent notes on Waqf report deleted
They alleged that the committee ignored representations from stakeholders, depositions of witnesses, and submissions from Opposition members.
Published on Feb 04, 2025 07:52 AM IST
Vrinda Tulsian, New Delhi
Opposition members protest in Lok Sabha demanding debate on Maha Kumbh stampede
The protesting members moved to the well of the House, raising slogans and calling for the suspension of the Question Hour to discuss the tragedy
Published on Feb 03, 2025 02:34 PM IST
Union Budget cuts funding for education schemes for tribal, minority students
The government defended the cuts as part of streamlining education for minority students
Updated on Feb 02, 2025 05:21 PM IST
Budget 2025-26: 50 new tourist spots on anvil to boost jobs
Union FM Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled plans to develop 50 tourist destinations, boosting the tourism budget to ₹2,541.06 crore, focusing on employment-led growth.
Published on Feb 02, 2025 07:42 AM IST
Union budget: Sitharaman announces plan to develop 50 tourist destinations
Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the launch of a “Heal in India” initiative in collaboration with the private sector to promote medical tourism with eased visa norms
Published on Feb 01, 2025 01:04 PM IST