Controversy

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has outlined a crucial condition for Team India's potential involvement in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled to be held in Pakistan. Vice-President Rajeev Shukla emphasised that India's participation hinges upon approval from the Indian government, underscoring the intricate dynamics of cricket diplomacy between the two neighbouring nations.

The Congress was linked to terrorists in the past, has links with them even today, will likely continue to do so in the future as well, says Prem Shukla 

Yadav's controversial statement questioning the validity of the proposed Ram Temple's design has stirred fresh controversy, injecting a new dimension into the electoral landscape. He dismissed the temple's architectural blueprint as flawed and deemed it "useless," sparking intense debate and drawing sharp reactions from political rivals.

The Vigilance Court in Thiruvananthapuram rejected petition filed by MLA Mathew Kuzhalnadan seeking direct investigation into the 'monthly payment' case involving Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter Veena Vijayan on Monday (May 6). 

The Congress Party has sparked controversy by accusing former Maharashtra Government Advocate and BJP candidate Ujwal Nikam of concealing details about the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. They allege he shielded an RSS-supported officer in the shooting of ATS chief Hemant Karkare. Nikam denies the claims, leading to a heated exchange between parties, and reigniting debate over the tragic events.

Kangana Ranaut's comparison with Amitabh Bachchan sparks debate. Video goes viral; netizens react. Past incident with Jaya Bachchan resurfaces. Ranaut, known for controversy, gears up for political role in 'Emergency'

Model Eugenio Casnighi allegedly lost his Met Gala greeter job due to overshadowing stars like Kylie Jenner. His viral fame from 2023 led to dismissal despite being assigned to work with Jenner. Casnighi, now free from a non-disclosure agreement, plans to share more details about his termination

Sunil Gavaskar responds to Virat Kohli's recent comments rebuffing criticism of his strike-rate in IPL 2024, questioning the engagement with outside noise and emphasising the role of unbiased commentary in cricket analysis.

Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar has sparked a significant controversy by alleging that the bullet responsible for killing ATS chief Hemant Karkare did not come from Pakistani terrorist Ajmal Kasab's weapon but from that of an 'RSS-linked cop'.

Congress leader Basheeruddin's statement suggesting kicking those chanting 'Jai Shri Ram' sparked protests by BJP supporters. Raichur MLA Shivraj Patil condemned the remark, questioning Basheeruddin's leadership. BJP demanded police action against him. Raichur District SP assured investigation. A six-month-old video of Basheeruddin's statement went viral.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has accused Prajwal Revanna of rape, emphasizing the severity of the claims and legal actions taken, including requesting the cancellation of Revanna's passport. Amidst the controversy, Siddaramaiah criticized both political alliances and national leaders' responses to similar issues, advocating for decisive local action in criminal matters.

Allegations of love jihad resurface in Hubballi, Karnataka, following a disturbing case of sexual violence against a minor girl by Saddam Hussain Limbuwale. The victim's complaint reveals coercion and threats by the accused. BJP MLA Arvind Bellad criticizes the state government's response. Protests outside the police station demand swift action.

Former cricket star Dale Steyn sparks conversation with his proposal to introduce baseball-style rules to cricket, following a contentious LBW decision during an IPL match. Steyn's suggestion aims to address confusion and ensure fairness in similar scenarios in the future.

A troubling incident aboard a train journey near Jhansi Junction saw Mohammad Arshad allegedly pronounce triple talaq to his wife Afsana, whom he had married earlier this year. Afsana reported the incident to authorities, citing harassment for dowry and physical assault. Another case of triple talaq emerged in Uttar Pradesh, where Muhammad Salim purportedly divorced his wife Gulsaba via video call.

In a strategic move, the Congress party also announced its candidates for two other crucial seats—Amethi and Raebareli. Ending speculation about Rahul Gandhi contesting from Amethi, a seat he held thrice previously, the party nominated Kishori Lal Sharma for the constituency.