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<p>As India marks 49 years since the Emergency, it's a time to remember the dark days in the country's history. The Emergency, imposed on June 25, 1975, by then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was a period of censorship, arrests without warrants and the suspension of many democratic freedoms.</p>

<h2><strong>The Background</strong></h2>

<p>The Emergency was declared citing internal disturbances but was widely seen as an attempt to maintain power. Indira Gandhi's government faced strong opposition and criticism, leading to a declaration of Emergency which lasted until March 21, 1977.</p>

<h2><strong>The Declaration and Public Reaction</strong></h2>

<p>In a post-midnight broadcast, Indira Gandhi declared on All India Radio, “The President has declared a state of Emergency. There is no need to panic.” These words marked a grim turn, suspending all fundamental rights, except the right to life. The government exercised strict control over the media, imposing censorship on newspapers and magazines. Radio and television were also tightly regulated, allowing only government-sanctioned news to be aired.</p>

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<h2><strong>Constitutional Provisions for Emergencies</strong></h2>

<p>Reflecting on the Emergency, it is crucial to understand the provisions in the Indian Constitution. The Constitution of India allows for the declaration of three types of emergencies:</p>

<p><strong>National Emergency</strong><br />
Article 352, which can be declared when there is a threat to the security of India, either from internal unrest or external aggression.</p>

<p><strong>State Emergency</strong><br />
Article 356 can be declared when there is a failure of the constitutional machinery in a state and the state cannot function according to the Constitution.</p>

<p><strong>Financial Emergency</strong><br />
Article 360, which can be declared when there is a threat to the financial stability or credit of India.</p>

<p>These provisions are meant to be used only in exceptional circumstances to ensure that the democratic fabric of the country is not compromised.</p>

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<h2><strong>Opposition Backlash</strong></h2>

<p>The imposition of the Emergency led to widespread protests and arrests of opposition leaders. Many political activists, including Jayaprakash Narayan and Morarji Desai, were jailed. The opposition, however, continued to resist and the period saw the rise of the Janata Party, a coalition of anti-emergency forces.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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As India marks 49 years since the Emergency, it's a time to remember the dark days in the country's history. The Emergency, imposed on June 25, 1975, by then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was a period of censorship, arrests without warrants and the suspension of many democratic freedoms.

As India marks 49 years since the Emergency, it's a time to remember the dark days in the country's history. The Emergency, imposed on June 25, 1975, by then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was a period of censorship, arrests without warrants and the suspension of many democratic freedoms. The Background The Emergency was declared citing internal disturbances but was widely seen as an attempt to maintain power. Indira Gandhi's government faced strong opposition and criticism, leading to a declaration of Emergency which lasted until March 21, 1977. The Declaration and Public Reaction In a post-midnight broadcast, Indira Gandhi declared on All India Radio, “The President has declared a state of Emergency. There is no need to panic.” These words marked a grim turn, suspending all fundamental rights, except the right to life. The government exercised strict control over the media, imposing censorship on newspapers and magazines. Radio and television were also tightly regulated, allowing only government-sanctioned news to be aired. Also read | Delhi Minister Atishi says 'indefinite fast will continue until Delhiites get water' Constitutional Provisions for Emergencies Reflecting on the Emergency, it is crucial to understand the provisions in the Indian Constitution. The Constitution of India allows for the declaration of three types of emergencies: National Emergency Article 352, which can be declared when there is a threat to the security of India, either from internal unrest or external aggression. State Emergency Article 356 can be declared when there is a failure of the constitutional machinery in a state and the state cannot function according to the Constitution. Financial Emergency Article 360, which can be declared when there is a threat to the financial stability or credit of India. These provisions are meant to be used only in exceptional circumstances to ensure that the democratic fabric of the country is not compromised. Also read | PM Modi calls for 'consensus' ahead of inaugural session of 18th Lok Sabha Opposition Backlash The imposition of the Emergency led to widespread protests and arrests of opposition leaders. Many political activists, including Jayaprakash Narayan and Morarji Desai, were jailed. The opposition, however, continued to resist and the period saw the rise of the Janata Party, a coalition of anti-emergency forces. (With inputs from agencies)

1975 Emergency in India: Reflecting on everything that happened

<p>Indian Ministry of Mines has cancelled the auction of 14 out of 18 critical mineral blocks that were put up for sale in the second tranche of auctions.</p>

<p>According to a notice issued by the ministry on June 21, the auction process for five blocks located in Arunachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan was annulled as no bids were received. These blocks had minerals such as vanadium, graphite, chromium, and potash.</p>

<p>In addition to this, the auction process for nine other blocks, including those with deposits of tungsten, limestone, and cobalt, was also cancelled as the number of bids received was fewer than the minimum requirement of three.</p>

<p>These blocks were spread across the states of Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Arunachal Pradesh. The sale of these mineral blocks is part of the government's ambitious $362 billion initiative launched in February to promote the exploration and development of critical minerals.</p>

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<p>These minerals are essential for the country's clean energy transition and reducing its dependence on imports.</p>

<h2><strong>Fourth tranche of auction launched&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The fourth tranche of auction was launched on Monday (June 24) that included&nbsp;21 blocks of critical mineral.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Watch | Glaciers melting amid scorching heatwave in Northern India</strong></p>

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<p>"Out of these 21 blocks, 11 are fresh blocks, spanning six States, Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. These blocks contain a variety of minerals including Graphite, Glauconite, Phosphorite, Potash, Nickel, PGE, Phosphate and Rare Earth Elements (REE)," a government press release read.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"10 critical mineral blocks are on offer as the “second attempt” blocks of previous tranches of auction. These 10 blocks are located in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu and have important critical minerals like Tungsten, Vanadium, Graphite, Glauconite, Cobalt and Nickel," the release further read.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian Ministry of Mines has cancelled the auction of 14 out of 18 critical mineral blocks that were put up for sale in the second tranche of auctions. According to a notice issued by the ministry on June 21, the auction process for five blocks located in Arunachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan was annulled as no bids were received.

Indian Ministry of Mines has cancelled the auction of 14 out of 18 critical mineral blocks that were put up for sale in the second tranche of auctions. According to a notice issued by the ministry on June 21, the auction process for five blocks located in Arunachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan was annulled as no bids were received. These blocks had minerals such as vanadium, graphite, chromium, and potash. In addition to this, the auction process for nine other blocks, including those with deposits of tungsten, limestone, and cobalt, was also cancelled as the number of bids received was fewer than the minimum requirement of three. These blocks were spread across the states of Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Arunachal Pradesh. The sale of these mineral blocks is part of the government's ambitious $362 billion initiative launched in February to promote the exploration and development of critical minerals. Also Read | Kerala Assembly passes resolution to officially change state's name to 'Keralam' These minerals are essential for the country's clean energy transition and reducing its dependence on imports. Fourth tranche of auction launched The fourth tranche of auction was launched on Monday (June 24) that included 21 blocks of critical mineral. Also Read | Tragic bet turns deadly: Lucknow youth killed in viral tractor stunt challenge Watch | Glaciers melting amid scorching heatwave in Northern India × "Out of these 21 blocks, 11 are fresh blocks, spanning six States, Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. These blocks contain a variety of minerals including Graphite, Glauconite, Phosphorite, Potash, Nickel, PGE, Phosphate and Rare Earth Elements (REE)," a government press release read. "10 critical mineral blocks are on offer as the “second attempt” blocks of previous tranches of auction. These 10 blocks are located in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu and have important critical minerals like Tungsten, Vanadium, Graphite, Glauconite, Cobalt and Nickel," the release further read. (With inputs from agencies)

India cancels auction of 14 critical mineral blocks in second tranche

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The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha begins today (Monday) with the oath-taking ceremony of the newly elected MPs, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, followed by the election of the Lok Sabha Speaker on June 26. Watch in for more details!

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