VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Meet Indian-American Randeep Dhillon who wants to ‘Make Affordable California Again’ but MAGA does not like his English Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) International Working President Alok Kumar (PTI file photo) NEW DELHI: The Vishwa Hindu Parishad on Wednesday called for a stringent nationwide law to curb illegal religious conversions, alleging that such activities pose a threat to national security and are no longer confined to isolated incidents.VHP joint general secretary Surendra Jain expressed concern over what he described as “continuous reports” of conversion-related activities, including allegations linked to corporate workplaces. Referring to an alleged case in Nashik involving Tata Consultancy Services, Jain claimed the incident had exposed a wider pattern that required urgent attention.He further alleged that similar activities could be occurring in other firms, including Tech Mahindra, though no independent verification of these claims was cited in the statement.The VHP also commended a group of police personnel who, it said, helped uncover the alleged Nashik case, claiming their intervention prevented more youths from being affected. Jain linked the issue to what he termed a broader, organised network extending beyond specific institutions.The organisation argued that states which have enacted stricter anti-conversion laws have seen better control over such incidents. It urged all states to adopt similar legislation and called on political parties to rise above “partisan considerations” in addressing the issue.The VHP further demanded that the Centre step in, stating that an ongoing probe by the National Investigation Agency indicated the matter had wider national implications.Calling for a central law against illegal conversions, the group said stronger legal measures were needed to effectively address what it described as an emerging challenge to social harmony and national security. Watch VHP Calls Out Bangladesh Chief Adviser Yunus’ ‘Empire of Unrest’ After 6 Hindus Killed In 18 Days About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. Through his 2,500 articles and related outlets, he has emerged as a trusted voice in national discourse, particularly in linking education reform to broader societal change.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosWomen’s Quota Bill: Govt Clarifies 850-Seat Lok Sabha Plan, Opposition Flags Delimitation ConcernsIndian Delegation To Visit Washington Next Week To Resume Talks On India-US Trade DealDelimitation Row Escalates As TN CM Stalin Warns Of Statewide ProtestsDelimitation Bill Includes Provision For EC To Conduct Exercise In PoK When Conditions ChangeIMF Raises India’s FY27 Growth Outlook to 6.5% Despite Global Slowdown, Flags Rising RisksIran’s Chokehold On Hormuz: How Prepared Is India To Tackle Naval Mine Threat?Pawan Khera Faces Setback As SC Stays Bail, Cites Jurisdiction Issue In Assam CM Passport Row CaseTharoor Pushes EU-Inspired Model Amid Rising Concerns Over DelimitationED Raids AAP MP Ashok Mittal’s Premises Days After His Elevation In Rajya SabhaManipur Violence Flares In Bishnupur After Clashes Erupt Over Deadly Blast, Curbs Slapped123PhotostoriesRanveer Allahbadia’s girlfriend Juhi Bhatt is redefining traditional wedding dressing with contemporary elegancePriyanka Chopra recommends this must-try street food from Mumbai, and it’s not Vada PavFrom ‘Fleabag’ to ‘Arrested Development’: Some of the best dark comedy dramas to add to your watchlist5 iconic modern architectural buildings in India shaping contemporary cityscapesCountries named after people you probably didn’t know aboutCommon snakes found in Japan: Species, habitats, and which ones are dangerous5 dog breeds that look like lions (and why everyone’s obsessed with them)Mumbai suburban rail expansion: Kurla–Parel 5th & 6th line project back on track after land push; what we know7 work habits that quietly give you your life back (Without burning out)Keep these flowers in your bedroom to strengthen your relationship (by Number)123Hot PicksIran warDisney layoffsPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingGold RateBIE AP inter Result ReleasedMP Board Result Official WebsiteCBSE Class 10 ResultMP Board Class 10th result 2026Zoji La TunnelNFL Trade RumorsIPL Points TableUS VP pick 2020Lonna Drewes Will Rohit Sharma play next IPL game? 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Watch Delimitation Row Escalates As TN CM Stalin Warns Of Statewide Protests Speaking on the expansion of Lok Sabha seats, Chidambaram said, “If delimitation were done directly, it would be crystal clear to the people that Tamil Nadu’s seats would drop from 39 to 32. To hide this, they are first increasing the total seats by 50% and then performing delimitation. This is a mere illusion. While it may appear that Tamil Nadu’s parliamentary seats will increase to 46, our proportional strength compared to northern states will drastically decrease.”He expressed concern that while the strength of states like Uttar Pradesh would jump from 80 to nearly 140, the collective voting power of the five southern states would drop from 24.3% to 20.7%. “This is a dangerous move that will further suppress and stifle the voice of south India in parliament,” he warned.Criticizing the decision to convene a special parliament session on April 16, Chidambaram asked, “When 67 MPs from Tamil Nadu and West Bengal are busy with election work, why hold the session now? It is a planned conspiracy to prevent them from attending and voting against the bill. What is the harm in postponing the session to April 29, after the elections in these regions?”Reacting to AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami’s stance on the issue, Chidambaram said, “When asked if this bill would affect Tamil Nadu, EPS said Union home minister Amit Shah had assured him that there would be no impact. Is he a political leader or just a ‘loudspeaker’ for Amit Shah? His reliance on the home minister’s words instead of analyzing the impact on the state is shocking.”He added that former diplomats had said that India’s foreign policy had derailed and the country currently lacked true allies on the global stage.Chidambaram said the Women’s Reservation Bill was passed in 2023 with the support of the INDIA bloc and questioned why the govt was delaying its implementation using the census as an excuse.Get real-time updates and result insights on CBSE Class 10th Result, CBSE Result 2026 and MP Board Results 2026, MP 10th Result and MP 12th Result.You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Coimbatore | Silver Rate in Coimbatore | Bank Holidays in Coimbatore | Public Holidays in Coimbatore | Coimbatore AQI | Weather in CoimbatoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndian Delegation To Visit Washington Next Week To Resume Talks On India-US Trade DealDelimitation Row Escalates As TN CM Stalin Warns Of Statewide ProtestsDelimitation Bill Includes Provision For EC To Conduct Exercise In PoK When Conditions ChangeIMF Raises India’s FY27 Growth Outlook to 6.5% Despite Global Slowdown, Flags Rising RisksIran’s Chokehold On Hormuz: How Prepared Is India To Tackle Naval Mine Threat?Pawan Khera Faces Setback As SC Stays Bail, Cites Jurisdiction Issue In Assam CM Passport Row CaseTharoor Pushes EU-Inspired Model Amid Rising Concerns Over DelimitationED Raids AAP MP Ashok Mittal’s Premises Days After His Elevation In Rajya SabhaManipur Violence Flares In Bishnupur After Clashes Erupt Over Deadly Blast, Curbs Slapped’No Veto, No Real Reform’: India Calls UNSC Structure Outdated, Demands Permanent Seat123Photostories5 dog breeds that look like lions (and why everyone’s obsessed with them)Mumbai suburban rail expansion: Kurla–Parel 5th & 6th line project back on track after land push; what we know7 work habits that quietly give you your life back (Without burning out)Keep these flowers in your bedroom to strengthen your relationship (by Number)Ditch the usual shada-laal:The saree guide you didn’t know you needed this Poila BoishakhPrayagraj’s 3.1km Ganga bridge to power UP’s road networkFrom a massive living area to an entertainment room and art collection: Ram Kapoor’s approximately Rs 20 crore Mumbai house8 famous street foods in Varanasi you must try at least once5 parenting lessons children remember foreverThis mushroom helps reduce fatigue and costs Rs 1 lakh per kg, here’s why123Hot PicksIran warDisney layoffsPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingGold RateBIE AP inter Result ReleasedMP Board Result Official WebsiteCBSE Class 10 ResultMP Board Class 10th result 2026Zoji La TunnelNFL Trade RumorsIPL Points TableUS VP pick 2020Lonna Drewes FASTag verification drive: NHAI orders vehicle registration numbers validation by banks; mismatches may face blacklisting CBSE Class 10 result 2026: Region-wise pass percentage out; Trivandrum and Vijaywada top the list After Abhishek and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Kumar Sanu, Salman Khan, court to give protection of personality rights to Kartik Aaryan First-time car buyer’s guide: What to check before purchasing Google gets its Philosopher, AI Ethicist Henry Shevlin announces: I have been recruited by Google DeepMind for new Philosopher position, focusing on… ‘150 years’ for a Green Card? 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File photos India will send a trade delegation to Washington on April 20 after Modi-Trump talks reviewed bilateral economic ties.Chief minister MK Stalin has called a statewide black flag protest, accusing the Centre of weakening Tamil Nadu through delimitation changes.The Aam Aadmi Party faces fresh internal strain as leaders accuse Raghav Chadha of betrayal amid fallout over ED action against Ashok Mittal.Mallikarjun Kharge said INDIA bloc parties will unitedly oppose the proposed delimitation bill in Parliament.Central Board of Secondary Education declared Class 10 results on April 15, with scorecards available via DigiLocker and UMANG.Here are the top 5 news of the dayIndia-US trade talks: Indian team to visit Washington from April 20; move follows PM Modi-Trump callA day after PM Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump reviewed bilateral ties and key economic engagement, an Indian delegation will travel to Washington from April 20 for trade talks, Additional Secretary Darpan Jain said. Read full story Watch Indian Delegation To Visit Washington Next Week To Resume Talks On India-US Trade Deal Stalin vs Centre: Why is Tamil Nadu protesting the delimitation billThe standoff between the Centre and the Tamil Nadu government saw a sharp escalation as chief minister M K Stalin announced a state-wide black flag protest on Thursday, accusing the Union government of pushing a move that could undermine Tamil Nadu’s political weight. Read full storyZ security & ED raids: AAP-Raghav Chadha faceoff turns ugly; BJP piles onThe rift between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and its Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has deepened, with senior leaders publicly accusing him of betrayal and linking recent Enforcement Directorate (ED) action against party MP Ashok Mittal to the internal fallout. Read full story’They are playing tricks’: Kharge says INDIA bloc will oppose Centre’s delimitation billCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday declared that opposition parties, united under the INDIA bloc, have resolved to firmly oppose the proposed delimitation bill in Parliament. Speaking to reporters after a crucial meeting of opposition leaders at the Constitution Club, Kharge emphasised the bloc’s collective stance. Read full storyCBSE Class 10th result 2026 declared via DigiLocker, UMANG app and results.cbse.nic.inThe Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 results were made available at 4 pm on April 15, 2026, with students able to access their scorecards through DigiLocker and the UMANG application. The declaration marks the release of digital marksheets and certificates for candidates who appeared in the examination. Read full storyAbout the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndian Delegation To Visit Washington Next Week To Resume Talks On India-US Trade DealDelimitation Row Escalates As TN CM Stalin Warns Of Statewide ProtestsDelimitation Bill Includes Provision For EC To Conduct Exercise In PoK When Conditions ChangeIMF Raises India’s FY27 Growth Outlook to 6.5% Despite Global Slowdown, Flags Rising RisksIran’s Chokehold On Hormuz: How Prepared Is India To Tackle Naval Mine Threat?Pawan Khera Faces Setback As SC Stays Bail, Cites Jurisdiction Issue In Assam CM Passport Row CaseTharoor Pushes EU-Inspired Model Amid Rising Concerns Over DelimitationED Raids AAP MP Ashok Mittal’s Premises Days After His Elevation In Rajya SabhaManipur Violence Flares In Bishnupur After Clashes Erupt Over Deadly Blast, Curbs Slapped’No Veto, No Real Reform’: India Calls UNSC Structure Outdated, Demands Permanent Seat123PhotostoriesCommon snakes found in Japan: Species, habitats, and which ones are dangerous5 dog breeds that look like lions (and why everyone’s obsessed with them)Mumbai suburban rail expansion: Kurla–Parel 5th & 6th line project back on track after land push; what we knowKeep these flowers in your bedroom to strengthen your relationship (by Number)Ditch the usual shada-laal:The saree guide you didn’t know you needed this Poila BoishakhPrayagraj’s 3.1km Ganga bridge to power UP’s road networkFrom a massive living area to an entertainment room and art collection: Ram Kapoor’s approximately Rs 20 crore Mumbai house8 famous street foods in Varanasi you must try at least once5 parenting lessons children remember foreverThis mushroom helps reduce fatigue and costs Rs 1 lakh per kg, here’s why123Hot PicksIran warDisney layoffsPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingGold RateBIE AP inter Result ReleasedMP Board Result Official WebsiteCBSE Class 10 ResultMP Board Class 10th result 2026Zoji La TunnelNFL Trade RumorsIPL Points TableUS VP pick 2020Lonna Drewes Apr 15, 2026, 18:01 IST Gold price today (April 15, 2026): How much 24K, 22K gold costs in your city? 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Check date and significance ‘Javokhir Sindarov got a bit lucky’: Germany’s No. 1 Vincent Keymer on ‘critical moment’ in Candidates 2026 win | Exclusive NEW DELHI: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday declared that opposition parties, united under the INDIA bloc, have resolved to firmly oppose the proposed delimitation bill in Parliament.Speaking to reporters after a crucial meeting of opposition leaders at the Constitution Club, Kharge emphasised the bloc’s collective stance. “We are united and have decided to oppose the delimitation bill,” he asserted, while expressing concerns over its potential to undermine democratic representation.”We all are in favour of the Women’s Reservation Bill. But the way in which they have brought it, we have reservations about that. It is politically motivated. Just to suppress the Opposition parties, the govt is doing this. Though we have supported the Women’s Reservation Bill continuously, we insist that the earlier amendments be implemented,” said Kharge.”They are playing some tricks over delimitation. We all parties should unitedly should fight in Parliament. We will oppose this bill, but we are not against the reservation (for women). The way in which they have put in the bill, be it delimitation, they have not even cleared the census. All powers of the Constitution are being taken by the executive. Mostly, the power which can be exercised by the institutions, the parliament they have given is so that they can change delimitation at any time…They have already deceived us in Assam and J&K,” he added.The gathering, attended by key figures from parties like the Trinamool Congress, Samajwadi Party, DMK, and Aam Aadmi Party, signals renewed coordination ahead of Parliamen session, which begins on April 16. Opposition leaders fear the bill — aimed at redrawing constituency boundaries — could favor Hindi heartland states, diluting southern and eastern states’ influence due to population disparities.Kharge accused the BJP-led government of pushing the measure to consolidate power, warning it threatens federalism.The move comes amid escalating political tensions, with the opposition seeking to rally against what it calls “electoral gerrymandering”.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelimitation Row Escalates As TN CM Stalin Warns Of Statewide ProtestsDelimitation Bill Includes Provision For EC To Conduct Exercise In PoK When Conditions ChangeIMF Raises India’s FY27 Growth Outlook to 6.5% Despite Global Slowdown, Flags Rising RisksIran’s Chokehold On Hormuz: How Prepared Is India To Tackle Naval Mine Threat?Pawan Khera Faces Setback As SC Stays Bail, Cites Jurisdiction Issue In Assam CM Passport Row CaseTharoor Pushes EU-Inspired Model Amid Rising Concerns Over DelimitationED Raids AAP MP Ashok Mittal’s Premises Days After His Elevation In Rajya SabhaManipur Violence Flares In Bishnupur After Clashes Erupt Over Deadly Blast, Curbs Slapped’No Veto, No Real Reform’: India Calls UNSC Structure Outdated, Demands Permanent Seat’Stay Tuned’: US Envoy Sergio Gor Teases Big Moves With Cryptic Post After Modi-Trump Conversation123Photostories5 dog breeds that look like lions (and why everyone’s obsessed with them)Mumbai suburban rail expansion: Kurla–Parel 5th & 6th line project back on track after land push; what we know7 work habits that quietly give you your life back (Without burning out)Keep these flowers in your bedroom to strengthen your relationship (by Number)Ditch the usual shada-laal:The saree guide you didn’t know you needed this Poila BoishakhPrayagraj’s 3.1km Ganga bridge to power UP’s road networkFrom a massive living area to an entertainment room and art collection: Ram Kapoor’s approximately Rs 20 crore Mumbai house8 famous street foods in Varanasi you must try at least once5 parenting lessons children remember foreverThis mushroom helps reduce fatigue and costs Rs 1 lakh per kg, here’s why123Hot PicksIran warDisney layoffsPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingGold RateBIE AP inter Result ReleasedMP Board Result Official WebsiteAssam HSLC ResultMP Board Class 10th result 2026Zoji La TunnelNFL Trade RumorsIPL Points TableUS VP pick 2020Lonna Drewes CBSE Class 10th result 2026 declared with 93.70% pass percentage: Girls outperform boys, southern states dominate performance charts After calling ‘Dhurandhar 2’ makers thieves, Rajiv Rai assures the High Court he won’t talk about the film while the case is in mediation ‘End of an Era’: Viktor Axelsen retires at 32, Lakshya Sen pays emotional tribute