Modi’s Divisive Speech Raises Controversy Ahead of Elections

Himalaya Harbinger, National Bureau. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent speech at an election rally in Rajasthan has stirred significant controversy, drawing widespread criticism for its divisive rhetoric. Addressing the crowd, Modi made inflammatory remarks targeting Muslims, alleging that the opposition would redistribute wealth among them, sparking concerns about communal tensions and political polarization. During his…

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Opposition Slams Uttarakhand Government’s Decision to Hike Electricity Prices

Himalaya Harbinger, Rudrapur Bureau. Opposition Leader Yashpal Arya launched a scathing attack on the Uttarakhand BJP government for its recent decision to raise electricity prices, alleging that it would further burden the populace already grappling with inflation. Arya criticized the timing of the hike, questioning why it was implemented without prior announcement before April 1….

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Week After General Elections, UERC Announces 6.92 to 50% Hike in Power Tariff

Himalaya Harbinger, Rudrapur Bureau. The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission (UERC) has recently approved a significant increase in power tariffs across the state. Effective immediately, households will experience a surge in electricity costs, marking a notable adjustment in their monthly expenses. Under the new tariff structure, households consuming up to 100 units monthly will witness a…

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India had inheritance tax 40 years ago. Congress, BJP have toyed with the idea since

The Congress has no plan whatsoever to introduce an inheritance tax. In fact, Rajiv Gandhi abolished estate duty in 1985,” Congress’s Jairam Ramesh tweeted as it attempted to douse the political firestorm after Sam Pitroda advocated a “US-like inheritance tax” in India. The concept of an inheritance tax is, however, not new to India. Such…

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