BJP leader questions diplomatic approach of Rajiv Gandhi; cites Sri Lanka letters, IPKF withdrawal

IANS | March 24, 2026 1:33 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Tuesday questioned the diplomatic approach of the then government led by former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, referring to historical developments involving Sri Lanka. He said that former Sri Lankan President Ranasinghe Premadasa had written a strongly worded letter to Rajiv Gandhi, alleging that inappropriate policies were being followed, the actions of Indian soldiers were not proper, and peace was not being maintained, but rather, conflict was escalating.

Indian Railways clears Rs 648 cr projects in Gujarat, Bihar

IANS | March 24, 2026 1:18 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Indian Railways on Tuesday sanctioned two major infrastructure projects in Gujarat and Bihar at a total cost of Rs 647.58 crore to enhance connectivity, ease congestion and improve operational efficiency across critical routes.

Sabarimala review: Devaswom Board questions ‘essential practices’ doctrine before SC

IANS | March 24, 2026 11:52 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Ahead of the commencement of hearings before a nine-judge Constitution Bench in the Sabarimala review matter, written submissions filed on behalf of the Travancore Devaswom Board have urged the Supreme Court to adopt a “community-centric and subjective” understanding of religion under Article 25 of the Constitution, cautioning against judicial reinterpretation of religious beliefs and practices.