Politics
Former Gorkha Janmukti Morcha Leader Binay Tamang Joins TMC, Says 'Hills Top Priority'
Former GJM MLA Rohit Sharma also joined Mamata Banerjee's party.
Ready to Hold Pending Civic Polls in Two Phases, West Bengal Election Panel Informs High Court
West Bengal State Election Commission officials told the court that they are ready to hold polls in Kolkata and Howrah as the Covid-19 situation is under control.
'House Worked Below Potential': As Parl Session Ends Amid Logjam, Venkaiah Naidu Asks MPs to Introspect
The winter session of Parliament was wrecked by multiple episodes of ruckus that led to a series of adjournment motions. The session commenced on November 29.
Kolkata Municipal Polls: Trinamool Wins Big, But Left Emerges as Principal Opposition
The polls took place amid heightened security and adherence to Covid-19 protocols on December 19.
Program on Health of Kids Under 6, Bill to Link Voter ID-Aadhaar in Focus at BJP Parliamentary Party Meet
At BJP’s last parliamentary party meeting of the Winter Session, MPs were also asked to take stock of preparations for Good Governance Day on December 25 to mark the birth anniversary of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Ganga Expressway: PM Modi Lays Foundation Stone of India's Longest Highway in UP's Shahjahanpur
The 594-km long six-lane expressway will be built at a cost of over Rs 36,200 crore, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said in a statement.
RSS-linked Bengali Magazine Says BJP, Mamata Share Dream of 'Congress-mukt Bharat'
The article spoke about Mamata's recent meeting with PM Modi in New Delhi, and claimed that both share the dream of 'Congress-free India'.
'Relationship of Qurbaani': At Doon Rally, Rahul Gandhi Talks About CDS Bipin Rawat, Draws Similarity
Rahul Gandhi was addressing a rally as part of the year-long celebration of the 50th anniversary of India's victory over Pakistan in the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971.
Washington, D.C., Sues Proud Boys, Oath Keepers Over Jan. 6
The District of Columbia has filed a civil lawsuit seeking harsh financial penalties against farright groups Proud Boys and Oath Keepers over their role in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol by supporters of former President Donald Trump.
Not Just Varanasi, PM Modi Has a History of Paying Surprise Visits to Labourers During His Tight Schedules
Whenever PM Modi has travelled overseas, he has recognised the efforts of the labour class who have toiled their way to on a modest and honest living.
Air Force Discharges 27 For Refusal To Get COVID Vaccine
The Air Force has discharged 27 people for refusing to get the COVID19 vaccine, making them what officials believe are the first service members to be removed for disobeying the mandate to get the shots.
Mathura Will Undergo Historic Development Under BJP: UP Deputy Speaker
Mathura will undergo historic development under the BJP government, Uttar Pradesh Assembly Deputy Speaker Nitin Agarwal said Sunday, asking who will develop the temples of the holy city if not the saffron party. Addressing a public meeting at the Angl...
‘Fight to Retain Principles’: Sidhu Hails Punjab Govt For Moving SC Against Extension of BSF Jurisdiction
The Centre has been asked to respond in 28 days, after which the case will be listed before the bench.
Brazil Senate Extends Payroll Tax Exemption For Companies To Avoid Job Losses
Brazil's Senate on Thursday approved the extension of a payroll tax exemption for 17 economic sectors until December 2023, a measure seen as necessary to save jobs during a period of stagnant growth caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Senate Advances Bill Easing Way For Debt Limit Increase
The Senate moved ahead Thursday with legislation that would create a fasttrack process for raising the debt limit, overcoming a Republican filibuster and likely averting another lastminute rush to avoid a devastating federal default.
