Politics
India Has Lost Kashmir Valley Emotionally, Says Yashwant Sinha
In an interview to 'The Wire' recorded on Friday, the former Union minister answered questions from journalist Karan Thapar on him being criticised for an article he wrote in a leading English daily on the state of economy that left the BJP embarrassed.
Banwarilal Purohit Appointed Tamil Nadu Governor by President Ram Nath Kovind
The 77-year-old Banwarilal Purohit has been a veteran in Maharashtra politics and has been two-time Congress MP and one-time BJP MP from Nagpur.
Mulayam Singh Yadav Holds on to Brother Shivpal as Son Akhilesh Cements His Position
In Indian politics, Mulayam’s ability to cut political deals has been legendary. Though, he had the agility of a first class gymnast, it is another matter that the pehelwan from Etawah chose politics for a profession at a young age.
Himachal Pradesh Govt Most Corrupt Since Independence: Amit Shah
The BJP leader asked the youths to uproot the "useless government" and vote his party to power to "bring development back in Himachal".
Kamal Haasan, Arvind Kejriwal Stir Political Pot After Hour-Long Lunch
The veteran actor Kamal Haasan has been very active politically of late, often times levying corruption charges against the Tamil Nadu government.
BJP Accuses Omar Abdullah of Being 'Communal' Over his Rohingya Remarks
The former chief minister had on Tuesday questioned those calling on the Rohingya to leave the country, asking whether they would also demand the Tibetan government-in-exile to leave the Indian shores.
YSR Congress Wants CBI Probe in Polavaram Project 'Irregularities'
Talking to reporters in the city, YSRC leader Botsa Satyanarayana alleged that the cost of the project has been escalated to benefit the contractors.
Shivraj Chauhan's Rule in MP Better than Lord Ram and Krishna, Says Minister
Addressing a farmers’ convention in Bhind district, Revenue Minister Umashankar Gupta said that such pro-farmer rule by the Madhya Pradesh government was not even witnessed during lord Ram’s rein in Treta Yuga, nor in lord Krishna’s rein in Dwapar and not...
OPINION | Mamata Banerjee Takes Hindu Sentiments for Granted on Durga Idol Immersion Row, Says Swapan Dasgupta
After the Sangh Parivar slammed Banerjee over Puja restrictions, the CM, last Saturday, warned them “not to play with fire”.
‘Lavish Lifestyle, Moral Degeneration’ Behind Ritabrata Banerjee’s Expulsion: CPI(M)
Ritabrata was accused of leaking internal party matters and discussions to the media and of leading a lavish lifestyle incompatible with that of a member of the party.
BJP Member Benazir Arfan Suspended for Attending Meet Organised for Rohingya Refugees
Suspended state executive member Arfan, associated with Assam BJP since 2012, claims she was served the suspension letter through WhatsApp on Thursday by BJP state president Ranjeet Kumar Das.
Soon-to-be Neta Kamal Haasan Wants 'No Work, No Pay' Rule for MLAs
"No work no pay only for Govt. Employees?. How about horse trading politicians languishing in resorts?," the actor said in a tweet without naming anyone.
I am Real JD(U), Will Prove it, Says Sharad Yadav
Asked about the Election Commission rejected the plea staking claim over the party symbol, Sharad Yadav said: "It has not been rejected. Our lawyers are looking into the matter and will respond at the appropriate time."
DMK Will Move No Trust Motion if Assembly is Convened: MK Stalin
DMK working president M K Stalin, who has been demanding that Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao direct a floor test for the government, questioned the claims of ruling dispensation that it had the required majority.
UP Deputy CM’s Advice on Corruption Shocks Officials, Embarrasses BJP
Whether Maurya quoted a wrong proverb or his message was just lost in translation is up for debate. But to many, it sounded like he was okay with corruption in moderation, leaving the BJP red-faced.
Bhubaneswar Flyover Collapse: Ruckus in Assembly, Opposition Demands CM's Resignation
When Patnaik was reading out the statement, Congress and BJP legislators rushed to the Well of the House, demanding his resignation, as he also holds the Works Department.