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Assam: CPI(M) Welcomes SC Verdict Upholding Section 6(A) of Citizenship Act

THE Assam state committee of the CPI(M) welcomed the verdict by a five-member constitution bench of the Supreme Court, which, after a long judicial process, declared Section 6(A) of the Citizenship Act, 1955 as constitutionally valid.Clause 6(A) was inserted into the Citizenship Act, 1955 by the parliament after the Assam Accord was signed on August 15, 1985. This clause set March 25, 1971, as the cut-off date for detecting illegal foreigners in Assam. Opposing this, some organisations from Assam filed petitions in the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of Clause 6(A).

Smart Electricity Meter Project: Why is there so much commotion?

IN South Mumbai, BEST (electricity distribution company) has postponed the work of installing smart electricity meters. This company has 10.8 lakh residential and commercial consumers and it has already installed 3 lakh smart meters. All the houses and shops where these meters have been installed complain that they are getting double or triple electricity bills than before. The opposition of consumers is so strong that BEST has had to postpone this project of installing smart electricity meters.

Tripura: The Surrender of Extremists Raises Some Genuine Questions

ANY insurgent group, even one with a secessionist agenda, cannot be completely defeated through military means alone; a peace agreement between the state and the leadership of the insurgent outfit is essential. In this regard, the tripartite Peace Accord signed on September 4, 2024, between the ministry of home affairs, the government of Tripura, and the leaders of the NLFT-ATTF is a significant step forward.

WB: Rape Culture: A Terrifying Surge amidst Government Inaction and Public Outrage

AS public outrage intensifies over the tragic rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar hospital, Bengal is grappling with a disturbing rise in rape cases, revealing a troubling culture that has developed under the TMC rule. These incidents reveal a stark reality: women of all ages are increasingly at risk, reflecting a concerning trend of lawlessness and violence against women in the state.

Maha: Joint Struggle of Anganwadi Employees Results in Partial victory

ANGANWADI employees have been waging struggles for better service conditions and remuneration for over 35 years. Their vital role during the pandemic was recognised, leading to demands for monetary relief. The Maha Vikas Aghadi government initially agreed to increase their honorarium to Rs 15,000 for workers and Rs 10,000 for helpers, but the proposal stalled when the government changed due to a split in Shiv Sena.

Maha: Public Meeting in Mumbai for Solidarity with Palestine

ON October 8, 2024, a public meeting at Shivaji Mandir Hall in Dadar, Mumbai was organised by parties of the India bloc and various social organisations to express solidarity with the Palestinian people and denounce the Israeli genocide of children, women, medical personnel, journalists, activists and citizens in Gaza. This programme was part of the nationwide call by the Left parties, marking one year since the beginning of Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza.Hundreds of activists from different political parties of the India bloc and social organisations participated in the event.

Why the Results of Haryana Assembly Elections are Unexpected?

CERTAINLY, the results of Haryana assembly elections have been unexpected. Political workers, experts, election analysts, opinion polls, exit poll agencies etc all predicted that there is widespread public discontent (anti-incumbency) against the BJP which has been in power for 10 years  and it is going to lose the elections. On the other hand, Congress, being the main opposition party, is in a position of advantage and is going to win the elections with a huge majority.All these predictions were not baseless but had a solid basis.

Gujarat: Tribute to Comrade Sitaram Yechury - A Condolence Meeting in Ahmedabad

A CONDOLENCE meeting for Comrade Sitaram Yechury was held at the Maharashtra Samaj Hall in Ahmedabad on October 2, 2024. Leaders from the Congress Party, CPI, New Socialist Party, and various trade unions attended the gathering. Those unable to attend, sent their condolences including messages from Suresh Mehta, former chief minister of Gujarat, and Professor Hemant Kumar Shah, an economist.

Peace and Harmony March in Shimla

ON September 27, in a significant display of solidarity, hundreds of citizens gathered in Shimla to participate in a Peace and Harmony March, organised under the banners of numerous democratic and progressive organisations. This march aimed to promote peace and communal harmony in the state, especially in light of recent tensions.

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