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Electricity Workers in Struggle

THE third term of the Modi government seems to be more aggressive than its previous two terms, particularly in its current onslaught against the electricity sector. Notably, there has been a direct and overt attempt to privatise various State-owned DISCOMs in regions like Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, and Telangana. In addition, the government has launched a widespread push for privatisation through the implementation of private-sector smart metering across nearly all states.

Rajasthan State Conference of CPI(M)

THE 24th State Conference of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) Rajasthan was successfully held in Hanumangarh from December 13 to 15, 2024, with conference venues named as Sitaram Yechury Nagar, Brij Lal Bhadu Manch, and Bijla Singh Hall.On the first day, December 13, a big rally and public meeting was organised. Thousands of people participated in the public meeting, with remarkable participation from women. The meeting was presided over by Atma Singh. It was addressed by CPI(M) Polit Bureau member Brinda Karat and Central Committee member Vijoo Krishnan.

CPI(M) Condemns Criminalization of Food Habits in Assam

THE Assam state committee of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) has, in a statement issued on December 7, has strongly criticised the Assam chief minister's recent announcement prohibiting beef consumption in public places, including festivals, religious ceremonies, and community functions.The CPI(M) highlighted Assam's long history of peaceful coexistence between its Hindu majority and significant Muslim population.

Adanis: Today's Ganderiram Batparias

IN 1922, the renowned Bengali satirist Rajsekhar Basu (better known by his pen name Parshuram) penned the delightful story ‘Shri Shri Siddheshwari Limited,’ introducing the infamous fictional character of Ganderiram Batparia (where "Batparia" translates to "unscrupulous plunderer" in Bengali). Ganderiram was not just a conman; he was a bold risk-taker, a master of fraudulent business schemes. The story describes his impact as: "The moment the audacious entrepreneur Ganderiram stepped onto the scene, the entire atmosphere crackled with energy, as if lightning had struck.

Maha: Dalit Youth Dies in Custody: CPI(M) Condemns Police Brutality, Demands Justice

THE custodial death of Somnath Suryawanshi, a dalit youth and law student, following police brutality in Parbhani district of Marathwada, has sparked outrage across Maharashtra. The Communist Party of India (Marxist), in a statement issued on December 16, has strongly condemned the incident, calling for the immediate arrest of police personnel involved in custodial murder and the brutal repression of dalit protesters.According to reports, the unrest began on December 15, when a memorial dedicated to the Constitution of India was found vandalised in Parbhani city.

The Coastal Shipping Bill 2024: Neglecting Seafarers' Interests

ON December 2, 2024, Sarbananda Sonowal, the Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, presented the Coastal Shipping Bill 2024 in the Lok Sabha. The bill aims to promote coastal trade using Indian-flagged vessels owned and operated by Indian citizens for commercial needs. The bill also grants the director-general the authority to issue licenses, taking into account factors such as the crew's citizenship and the vessel's building requirements and aims to create employment opportunities for Indian seafarers and promote the growth of shipbuilding in India.

WB: Abhaya's Case Betrayed-CBI's Inaction Sparks Outrage Again

THE CBI's inability to submit an additional (supplementary) chargesheet within the given 90-day timeframe has resulted in bail on December 13 for both Sandip Ghosh (former RG Kar Hospital principal) and Abhijit Mandal (former OC, Tala Police Station) in the RG Kar trainee physician's rape and murder case. While Sandip Ghosh remains in custody due to other pending cases, Abhijit Mandal is now free.Despite CBI's repeated accusations in court that Sandip Ghosh and Abhijit Mandal tampered with evidence and delayed the FIR, the agency failed to submit the additional chargesheet on time.

Punjab State Conference of CPI(M)

THE 24th CPI(M) State Conference of Punjab was held at Desh Bhagat Yaadgar Hall, Jalandhar, on December 9-10, 2024. The conference began with the flag hoisting by the senior-most delegate, Sital Singh Sangha and paying of tributes at the Martyrs' Column.A presidium comprising Major Singh Bhikhiwind, Gurdarshan Singh Khaspur, Abdul Sattar, Parshotam Lal Bilga, and Harpreet Kaur Chabal conducted the proceedings of the conference. A total of 239 delegates and observers participated in the conference.

Tripura: Party Conferences Suggest Rising Up With Revolutionary Zeal

IN preparation for the 24th state conference of the CPI(M) scheduled for  January 29-31, 2025, the primary unit and local committee conferences have been successfully completed. Currently, the sub-divisional and district-level conferences are going on across the state.Prior to the commencement of the primary unit conferences, a set of guidelines, based on the framework prepared by the Polit Bureau and aligned with the state’s political and organisational situation, was circulated across all levels of the Party.

Tripura: Party Conferences Suggest Rising Up With Revolutionary Zeal

IN preparation for the 24th state conference of the CPI(M) scheduled for  January 29-31, 2025, the primary unit and local committee conferences have been successfully completed. Currently, the sub-divisional and district-level conferences are going on across the state.Prior to the commencement of the primary unit conferences, a set of guidelines, based on the framework prepared by the Polit Bureau and aligned with the state’s political and organisational situation, was circulated across all levels of the Party.

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