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Special Session of Parliament Needed to Address Pahalgam and Its Aftermath

THE seven parliamentary delegations sent by the government as part of its so-called ‘diplomatic outreach’ following the ‘pause’ in ‘Operation Sindoor’ have all returned. Despite having serious reservations and questions, the CPI(M) obliged to the government’s request and participated in one of these delegations. It is imperative for the government to convene a special session of Parliament to discuss the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam and the subsequent military operation.The entire country stood united in the fight against terrorism.

Oppose Starlink’s Entry into India

CPI(M) Polit Bureau of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) has issued the following statement on June 7THE Communist Party of India (Marxist) opposes the permission given by the Government of India to Elon Musk’s Starlink to commence its operations in India.There is no transparency in the entire process of how Starlink was accorded permission to operate in our country. Starlink is a foreign corporation and handing over India’s critical infrastructure to foreign hands has serious security implications.

Modi’s New Doctrine: Unending War

IN the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Modi, in a public address on May 12, set out a new doctrine consisting of three guidelines. These must be analysed and understood as they have serious implications for the strategic and security policies of the country. They also portend major consequences for peace and stability in the South Asian region.The three-point declaration is as follows:Firstly, if there is a terrorist attack, a fitting reply will be given.

CPI(M) Delegation Visits J&K

A delegation of CPI(M) leaders visited Jammu & Kashmir on June 10-11, 2025.The delegation was headed by General Secretary M A Baby.  The other members of the delegation were: Amra Ram, Polit Bureau member, MP (Lok Sabha); K Radhakrishnan, Central Committee member, MP (Lok Sabha); John Brittas, invitee to the Central Committee, MP (Rajya Sabha); Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya, MP (Rajya Sabha); Su Venkatesan, MP (Lok Sabha) and A A Rahim, MP (Rajya Sabha). CPI(M) MLA and Central Committee member Mohd.

Railway Accident in Thane: CITU Raises Concern

THE Centre of Indian Trade Unions, in a statement issued on June 10, has  expressed grave concern over the railway accident that occurred in Thane district of Maharashtra on June 9, 2025. The accident took place between the Mumbra and Diwa railway stations, when commuters were travelling on the two local trains moving in opposite directions brushed against each other in which four passengers died and nine were injured. CITU conveys its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families who lost their dear ones in the accident and wishes speedy recovery of those injured.

Bengaluru IPL Stampede: A Tragedy Foretold Amid Political and Corporate Negligence

A MAJOR tragedy that had been waiting to happen in the world of IPL cricket unfolded in Bengaluru on June 4. The victory celebration of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), after winning the IPL finals, was jointly organised by RCB and the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.While the stadium has a seating capacity of only 35,000, nearly 2 lakh people gathered to join the celebrations.

Observe June 17 as National Day of Solidarity with Palestine - Condemn Israeli Genocide in Gaza – Demand Change in India’s Stand

The Left parties – Communist Party of India, Communist Party of India (Marxist), Communist Party of India (ML)-Liberation, All India Forward Bloc, and Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP) – have jointly issued the following statement on June 10WE strongly condemn the ongoing genocidal war being waged by the Israeli government against the Palestinian people in Gaza. For over 20 months now, Israel’s relentless bombardment and military aggression have killed more than 55,000 Palestinians – a vast majority of them women and children.

MP - BJP MLA Accused of Massive Tribal Land Grab in Dindori: Adivasi Groups Raise Alarm, Demand Action

JUST a few days ago, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, while delivering a speech in Balaghat, made a shocking statement: those who say Lal Salaam have no right to live on this earth. It is evident that his aim is to suppress the voices of those who speak out against injustice, oppression, discrimination, and state repression.

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