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In a democratic nation like India, the no-confidence motion serves as a crucial instrument for the Opposition to express its discontent's with the ruling government's policies and performance. The opposition parties in India have moved a no-confidence motion against the Narendra Modi government in the Lok Sabha. The motion was moved by Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on July 27, 2023. The opposition parties are unhappy with the government's handling of a number of issues, including the economy, the farmers' protest, and the situation in Manipur. They have also accused the government of corruption and cronyism. The no-confidence motion is unlikely to succeed, as the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has a majority in the Lok Sabha. However, the opposition parties hope that the motion will put pressure on the government to address their concerns. The no-confidence motion is the first time that the opposition has challenged the government in the Lok Sabha since the 2019 general

The northeastern Indian state of Manipur is currently in the grip of a serious crisis. The state has been rocked by a series of violent clashes between the majority Meitei community and the tribal communities, leading to the deaths of over 120 people and the displacement of over 70,000. The violence erupted in early July 2023, after the Manipur government announced that it would be granting Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to the Meitei community. The tribal communities, who already enjoy ST status, opposed the move, arguing that it would dilute their share of benefits and resources. The clashes quickly escalated, with both sides resorting to arson, looting, and violence. The situation has been further exacerbated by the involvement of armed groups, who have taken advantage of the chaos to carry out targeted attacks. The government has been criticized for its handling of the crisis. Critics have accused the government of failing to take early action to prevent the violence, and of being too

The hill state of Himachal Pradesh has been in a state of devastation after heavy rains, floods, and landslides in the past few weeks. The rains have caused widespread damage to infrastructure, homes, and businesses. The landslides have blocked roads and cut off communication in many areas. The death toll from the disaster has risen to 130, with over 153 people injured. The state government has declared a state of emergency in 12 districts. The heavy rains have been caused by a combination of factors, including the monsoon season and the Western Disturbance. The Western Disturbance is a weather system that brings rain and snow to the Himalayas. The rains have caused the water levels in rivers and streams to rise, leading to flooding in low-lying areas. The landslides have been caused by the loose soil and rocks that are common in the hills. The disaster has had a devastating impact on the people of Himachal Pradesh. Many people have lost their homes and businesses. The roads have been

The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) is a political alliance of 26 opposition parties in India. The alliance was formed in July 2023, with the aim of defeating the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the 2024 general election. The alliance is led by the Congress party, and its other members include the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), the Samajwadi Party (SP), and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)). The alliance has been critical of the NDA government's policies, and has accused it of being corrupt, divisive, and insensitive to the needs of the poor and marginalized. The alliance has also pledged to implement a number of progressive policies, such as universal healthcare, education, and employment guarantee. The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) has been critical of the National Pension System (NPS), which was introduced in 2004. The NPS is a defined contribution pension system, wh

On May 4, 2023, a video surfaced on social media showing two women being paraded naked by a mob in Manipur. The incident took place in the Senapati district, a day after violence broke out in the state. The women were reportedly members of the Kuki community, while the mob was from the Meitei community. The video of the incident sparked outrage across the country. The National Commission for Women (NCW) took suo motu cognizance of the matter and issued a notice to the Manipur government, demanding immediate action against the perpetrators. The Manipur Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter. The incident has highlighted the deep-rooted communal tensions in Manipur. The state has a long history of violence between the Kuki and Meitei communities. In recent years, there have been a number of incidents of violence, including killings, arson, and looting. The Manipur incident is a reminder of the need for peace and harmony in the state. The government must take steps

  On July 14, 2023, India launched its third lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3. The mission is a follow-on to Chandrayaan-2, which successfully orbited the Moon and landed a rover on its surface in 2019. However, the Chandrayaan-2 lander crashed during its final descent, so Chandrayaan-3 is designed to redeem that failure and achieve a soft landing on the Moon. The Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft consists of a lander, a rover, and a propulsion module. The lander will carry the rover to the lunar surface, where it will conduct scientific experiments. The propulsion module will remain in orbit around the Moon, providing communication and navigation support for the lander and rover. The Chandrayaan-3 lander has a number of upgrades over the Chandrayaan-2 lander. These upgrades include: Four solar panels, instead of two, to ensure that the lander can continue to draw solar power even if it lands in a wrong direction or tumbles over. A more powerful braking system to ensure a soft landing. A new lan