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Congress throttled democracy in 1975: PM Modi in Rajya Sabha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the Congress Party had “throttled” democracy in 1975 and is now teaching the lesson of democracy to the BJP.
Replying to the debate on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s address in the Rajya Sabha, PM Modi said contrary to Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge’s claim that the Congress laid the foundation of the country and the BJP only hoisted its flag on it, the grand old party had in reality “throttled” democracy in 1975.
Continuing to attack the Congress Party, Modi said the problem with the Congress is that they do not think beyond the dynasty. “The biggest threat to India is from dynastic political parties and when a family is supreme in a party, the first casualty is talent. For years, the country has suffered owing to it. I expect all political parties to follow democracy in their working also and the Congress should take a lead on this.”
Holding the Congress’ mindset that ‘India is Indira and Indira is India’ responsible for these debacles, he said: “What would have happened if Congress was not there? This was Mahatma Gandhi’s wish too.”
Taking a jibe at the party , he said, “Had Congress ceased to be as per Mahatma Gandhi’s wish, democracy would have been free from dynastic influence, there would not have been any foreign influence, emergency, no caste and regional divide. Had Congress not been there, then Sikh’s massacre would not have happened and Punjab would not have burnt in flames of terrorism for years, there would not have been exodus of Kashmiri Pandits and the daughters would not have been burnt in the tandoor.”
His remarks evoked a sharp response from the Congress with the LoP objecting to it strongly stating that Modi should have spoken only on the President’s speech.
At this, Chairman M. Venkaiah Naidu intervened and said: “Kharge ji, you all had also spoken like this.”
The Congress members rushed to the well of the House and kept on protesting. After a while, they staged a walk-out.
Modi went on to say that the Congress has a problem with the word ‘nation’ as well. “If ‘nation’ is unconstitutional, then why is your party’s name Indian National Congress?. Change it to Federation of Congress. Correct the mistakes done by your predecessors.” he added.
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Lok Sabha Passes Promotion And Regulation Of Online Gaming Bill By Voice Vote Amid Opposition Protest

The Lok Sabha passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 by voice vote amid din from the Opposition on Wednesday. The bill prohibits all forms of online money gaming—whether based on skill, chance or a mix of both.
The Bill was approved through a voice vote following brief comments from Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, whilst the opposition MPs staged demonstrations. The proceedings of the lower house of Parliament were adjourned for the day after the passage of the Bill.
An online money game refers to digital activities where users stake money with the expectation of receiving monetary rewards or other benefits.
The proposed law prohibits all forms of internet-based wagering and gambling activities, encompassing online fantasy sports, digital gambling platforms (including poker, rummy and similar card games), and web-based lotteries.
After receiving approval from both Houses of Parliament, persons involved in online monetary gaming will face penalties of imprisonment for up to three years and/or monetary fines reaching Rs 1 crore.
Following the passage of the Bill in Lok Sabha, Ashwini Vaishnaw told media that the Bill aims to promote e-sports and educational & social games while regulating online money games.
“Online money games are causing addiction among people. Reports have surfaced that online gaming is wiping out family savings, and several cases of suicide have also been reported,” he said.
Citing media reports, he said that within just 31 days, 30 cases of suicide linked to online gaming have come to light.
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Bomb Threat Email To Jaipur’s Palace School Sparks Massive Police Search; Cyber Team Tracing Origin

Jaipur: A late-night bomb threat email sent to The Palace School in Jaipur’s Manak Chowk police station area triggered a major security operation on Wednesday morning. The school administration alerted the police early Wednesday after discovering the threatening message in their inbox.
Following the report, senior police officials, along with the Bomb Disposal Squad, Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), and dog squad, rushed to the school premises. A full-scale search operation has been underway since morning to ensure the safety of students and staff. The mail threatens explosion in classrooms and toilet, said police.
According to officials, the email claimed that two TNT IEDs had been planted in the classrooms and toilet area of classes 4 to 7, threatening that they would explode by 1.45 p.m. The message instructed the school to evacuate all children before that time.
Speaking on the matter, DCP North Karan Sharma confirmed that a thorough search is being conducted and all necessary protocols are being followed. “All agencies have been deployed, and we are checking every corner of the school,” he said. The Cyber Cell has started investigating the source of the email.
“The Jaipur Police cyber team has joined the investigation and is actively working to trace the origin of the threatening email. The team is examining the IP address from which the mail was sent. The threat is being taken very seriously,” DCP Sharma added.
This is not the first time The Palace School has received such a threat. A similar email had been sent earlier, which also led to a security sweep. However, nothing suspicious was found during that previous incident.
Despite the history of false threats, police say they are treating the current situation with utmost caution. Every possible angle is being investigated, and a security perimeter has been established around the school. Students were not present at the school at the time of the threat, as it was received during the night.
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Rajasthan: Four Killed And Four Injured In Tragic Head-On Collision Between Car And Dumper On Kota-Udaipur Highway

Jaipur: At least four people were killed in a road accident and four others were injured on the Kota-Udaipur highway in Rajasthan’s Bundi district early Wednesday morning, said officials
The collision occurred near the Baba Ramdev temple in the Dabi police station area of Bundi district at around 5 a.m. According to preliminary information, a dumper and a car collided head-on with significant impact.
The car, carrying eight people, was en route from Beawar to Rajsamand, reportedly arranged by contractor Hemraj.
The accident took place just 5 km before the Dhaneshwar toll plaza.
An ambulance was dispatched immediately after the highway control room alerted emergency services. Upon reaching the scene, rescue personnel found all eight car occupants injured. The victims were first rushed to the Community Health Centre (CHC) in Dabi, according to the officials here.
Tragically, one person was declared dead on arrival. The remaining injured were referred to Kota’s Medical College Hospital for further treatment.
At the hospital in Kota, three more victims, including a woman, succumbed to their injuries during treatment.
The four surviving victims continue to receive medical care, with one of them being a one-and-a-half-year-old child.
Police officials confirmed the details, stating that the accident occurred in front of the Baba Ramdev temple, not far from the Dhaneshwar toll. The officials added that the deceased’s bodies were kept in the mortuary, and post-mortem procedures would be conducted once their families arrive.
The crash caused a stir in the area, briefly disrupting traffic on the highway.
Authorities are investigating the exact cause of the collision and whether negligence or overspeeding was involved.
The tragic accident again gives lessons that travellers should be extra careful during early morning hours when visibility is low and fatigue often plays a role, said the officials.
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