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"Not a pin was manufactured, really?": Indians counter Congress leader's claims, asserting Nehru's socialist zeal post-Independence crippled Indian industries, debunking myths of his economic ingenuity & exposing enduring consequences on national progress

On Jawaharlal Nehru’s birth anniversary, Congress MP KC Venugopal’s glorification of Nehru as the architect of modern India and his assertion that "not a pin was manufactured in India" before Nehru's leadership, has sparked a flurry of criticism and satire. This statement glosses over the complexities of India's pre-independence industrial landscape and oversimplifies the historical narrative.

In a startling development that has sent shockwaves through Uttar Pradesh, the state's Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) apprehended seven individuals linked to what is being referred to as the 'Aligarh ISIS module'. The arrests, carried out in the first half of November 2023, have cast a shadow over the prestigious Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), raising unnerving questions about its alleged connections to terrorist activities.

In a shocking incident that has rattled the quiet village of Gharyala in Punjab's Tarn Taran district, a gym owner's life was brutally snuffed out in his own home, leading to a twisted tale of betrayal and murder.

In a heart-wrenching incident from Meerut, a young life was lost to the deadly grips of rabies. An 11-year-old boy succumbed to the disease two months after being bitten by a street dog, throwing a spotlight on the city's alarming stray dog problem.

In a recent development that has sparked much debate, Tamil Nadu Minister and DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has made a resolute statement regarding his earlier comments on Sanatana Dharma. After a pointed observation by the Madras High Court regarding the police's inaction over his remarks, Stalin remained steadfast in his stance.

In a landmark move for higher education, Zanzibar heralded the opening of the first international campus of the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. The inauguration, presided over by Zanzibar's President Hussein Ali Mwinyi, signified a new chapter in India's educational outreach, with an eye towards enhancing the Global South's academic landscape.

A video clip featuring RS Bharathi of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has become the center of a heated controversy. His remarks were made during an event marking the centennial birth anniversary of M. Karunanidhi, a significant figure in DMK's history. While intended to be a celebratory speech, Bharathi's commentary veered into contentious territory.

The Indian government has taken a definitive stand against illegal online betting, with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) implementing a block on 22 apps and websites on Sunday, November 5th. This decisive action includes the prohibition of Mahadev Book, an app implicated in unlawful betting activities and alleged links to the notorious D-company.

The serene town of Thiruvannamalai in Tamil Nadu finds itself at the center of a storm following a contentious decision by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowment (HR and CE) department. The decision to construct a shopping complex on land owned by the revered Arunachaleswarar Temple has not only raised eyebrows but also drawn the ire of devotees. This land, located in front of the East Gopuram, is not just any piece of real estate; it is part of the sacred grounds of a temple considered an "Ancient Temple" and protected under Section 46(II) of the Act.

In the small town of Sivakasi in Tamil Nadu, often hailed as the "fireworks capital" of India, a crisis looms large. The town, with a rich legacy of 90 years in the firecracker industry, which accounts for 90% of India’s production, is facing an unprecedented challenge. This year, around 8 lakh industry workers find themselves on the brink of unemployment as a consequence of a series of bans on firecrackers by various state governments, including Delhi's blanket ban effective until January 1.