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Election Commission dismisses Rahul Gandhi's 'vote deleted using software' charges
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has dismissed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's allegations of voter list manipulation as "incorrect and baseless."
Not individuals, software being used to delete votes: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has alleged that some group is trying to delete millions of voters across India.
After Bihar, ECI begins voter list revision process in Delhi
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has started preparations for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Delhi.
ECI revises guidelines: Colored candidate photos, serial numbers on EVMs
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has introduced new guidelines for the design and printing of electronic voting machine (EVM) ballot papers.
'Remove AI video of Modi, his mother': Court directs Congress
The Patna High Court has directed the Indian National Congress (INC) to take down an artificial intelligence-generated video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother, Heeraben Modi.
Rahul Gandhi wishes PM Modi good health on his birthday
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi a happy 75th birthday.
3 Congress MPs cross-voted during VP polls: BRS MLA
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy has alleged that three Congress MPs confessed to voting for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate in the recent vice presidential election on the orders of Congress leader Revanth Reddy.
Modi's 75th birthday today: How BJP is celebrating across India
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is celebrating Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday on September 17 with nationwide events and the launch of health, welfare, and development programs.
Conduct Maharashtra local body polls by January 31: SC orders
The Supreme Court has directed the Maharashtra State Election Commission (SEC) to conduct all local body elections, including Zila Parishads and Panchayat Samitis, by January 31, 2026.
Bihar CM waives interest on education loans ahead of polls
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced a major relief for students ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
Meghalaya cabinet reshuffle: 8 ministers resign ahead of new induction
In a major political development, eight ministers of the Meghalaya cabinet have resigned ahead of a scheduled reshuffle.
'Khada ho': Nitish Kumar orders standing ovation for PM Modi
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday asked a gathering in Purnea to give Prime Minister Narendra Modi a standing ovation. The PM was in the region to inaugurate projects worth ₹36,000 crore, including the first airport in Seemanchal.
'This isn't...India?' Rahul Gandhi, cop face-off over Punjab village visit
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was stopped from visiting flood-affected areas across the Ravi River in Punjab's Gurdaspur district.
'Whenever Bihar progresses, Congress-RJD insult state': Modi slams 'bidi-Bihar' remark
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has slammed the Congress and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) over a controversial social media post by Kerala Congress.
'Will scrap entire Bihar SIR exercise if...': SC warns ECI
The Supreme Court has warned the Election Commission of India (ECI) that it will set aside the entire Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in Bihar if any illegality is found in its methodology.
'We proved Winston Churchill wrong, India isn't divided': RSS chief
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said that India is moving ahead on the path of development by proving everyone's predictions wrong.
Kolkata businessman beaten up for refusing ₹10,000 Durga Puja donation
A businessman in Kolkata was allegedly beaten up by members of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for refusing to pay a ₹10,000 donation for Durga Puja, according to the police.
Union minister demands cop's suspension over lathi-charge during Ganesh visarjan
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has demanded the suspension of a police officer after a lathi-charge incident during a Ganesh idol immersion procession in Karnataka's Dharwad.
'Masters, remote control': PM Modi's scathing attack on Congress
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, September 14, launched a scathing attack on the opposition Congress party, calling the people his "masters" and "remote control."
Rahul Gandhi, UP minister clash over meeting authority in Raebareli
A video from a District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting in Raebareli has gone viral, showing a heated exchange between Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, and Uttar Pradesh Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh.
Tejashwi urges votes in his name across all 243 seats
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav has appealed to voters in Bihar to cast their votes for him in all 243 constituencies.
Nitesh Rane mocks Aaditya Thackeray over Asia Cup comments
Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane has mocked Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray over his opposition to the upcoming India-Pakistan match in the Asia Cup.
Kharge, Priyanka slam PM Modi over Manipur visit
Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra have slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his visit to Manipur. The visit comes after ethnic violence broke out in the state in 2023.
BJP slams Congress over AI video featuring Modi, late mother
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has slammed the Congress party for releasing what appears to be an AI-generated video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother, Heeraben.
Sanjay Singh claims 'house arrest;' climbs gate to meet Farooq
The Jammu and Kashmir police have reportedly prevented Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh and MLA Imran Hussain from coming out of the government guesthouse in Srinagar, where they were staying.
'Rahul Gandhi travels without informing': CRPF flags security protocol breach
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has written a letter to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, raising concerns over the violation of security protocols by the Rae Bareli MP.
'₹15-20cr spent': TMC alleges votes bought during VP election
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has alleged that a huge amount of money was spent to influence votes in the recent Vice Presidential elections.
UP Congress chief detained ahead of PM's Varanasi visit
Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai was detained on Thursday, ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Varanasi.
'There was paid campaign against me during E20 rollout': Gadkari
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has dismissed criticisms of ethanol blending in petrol on social media as a "paid campaign to politically target me."
Karnataka Congress minister seen at ABVP event; he explains reason
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has stirred a controversy after he was spotted at an event reportedly organized by the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), the student wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
RJD leader shot dead in Patna
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Rajkumar Rai, popularly known as Allah Rai, was shot dead in Patna's Munna Chak area on Wednesday night.
Nationwide electoral rolls revision likely to begin in October
A nationwide revision of electoral rolls, called Special Intensive Revision (SIR), is likely to start by October, sources in the Election Commission told India Today.
ECI directs Bihar CEO to accept Aadhaar for SIR
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued directions to accept the Aadhaar card as the 12th document for inclusion in Bihar's Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
Congress demands probe into cross-voting allegations in VP election
Congress MP Manish Tewari has called for an investigation into allegations of cross-voting during the recent vice presidential election.
Karnataka ex-BJP MLA falls for 'digital arrest' fraud; loses ₹31L
Gundappa Vakil, a former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA from Karnataka's Aurad, has been duped of nearly ₹30.99 lakh in a digital arrest scam.
Congress MLA Satish Krishna Sail arrested in money laundering case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Karnataka Congress MLA Satish Krishna Sail in a money laundering case.
'Your elevation..': Dhankhar breaks silence after CP Radhakrishnan elected VP
Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has congratulated his successor CP Radhakrishnan on winning the vice presidential election.
DMK MLA's aide arrested for sexually assaulting disabled man
In Tamil Nadu's Krishnagiri district, two men have been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 20-year-old disabled man.
Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan elected as India's new Vice President
Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan has been elected as the new Vice President of India. His election was a major victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
Rahul used to scream at Sonia, Goa minister alleges
Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane has made a shocking claim about Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's behavior toward his mother, Sonia Gandhi.
VP election: Voting ends with record 98.3% turnout
The voting for the Vice Presidential election in India has concluded with a record 98.3% voter turnout.
BJD, BRS, SAD abstain from vice president poll over grievances
Voting for the vice presidential election is currently underway, with CP Radhakrishnan and former Supreme Court judge Justice B Sudershan Reddy as the contenders.
PM Modi casts first vote as Vice Presidential election begins
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the first voter in the 2025 Vice Presidential election, casting his ballot at the new Parliament building.
Voting for new Vice President begins, results later tonight
Voting for the next Vice President of India begins on Tuesday, September 9, at 10:00am.
Video: Congress MP carried on villager's back during flood inspection
A video of villagers carrying Katihar MP Tariq Anwar on a villager's back during a flood inspection in Bihar has gone viral.
BJP MP's sister filmed bathing; beaten by in-laws for protesting
A shocking incident of alleged assault and harassment has come to light in Uttar Pradesh's Etah district.
Delhi CM's businessman husband seen attending government meeting; AAP reacts
A political controversy has erupted in Delhi after Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's husband, Manish Gupta, a businessman and a social worker, was spotted at an official meeting.
Pour acid in BJP MLA's mouth: TMC leader's shocking threat
Abdur Rahim Bakshi, the Malda district president of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), has stirred controversy with his recent remarks.
Owaisi reveals which candidate AIMIM will support for VP election
All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi has announced his party's support for the opposition candidate, B Sudershan Reddy, in the upcoming vice-presidential elections.
National emblem at Hazratbal: Omar Abdullah slams BJP-led J&K government
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has criticized the use of the national emblem at religious places, following a recent incident at the Hazratbal shrine.
Congress's 'Bidi' jab at Bihar sparks outrage, leader resigns
The Kerala unit of the Indian National Congress has been mired in controversy after a post on its official handle on X (formerly Twitter) drew criticism.
Ajit Pawar's viral video sparks debate over governance in Maharashtra
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Ajit Pawar has landed in a controversy after a video of him allegedly directing an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer over an illegal mining incident went viral.
Karnataka withdraws 63 criminal cases; many tied to Shivakumar supporters
The Karnataka Cabinet has decided to withdraw 63 criminal cases against various groups, including farmers, Dalit activists, and pro-Kannada and pro-Hindu outfits.
Congress compares Bihar and bidis after GST reforms; sparks row
The Indian National Congress's Kerala has drawn flak for a now-deleted post on X, in which it compared Bihar with bidis over the BJP-led Centre's recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) changes.
'Itna daring hua hai kya': Ajit Pawar scolds IPS officer
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was recently seen in a viral video having a heated argument with Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Anjana Krishna.
Andhra cabinet approves policy offering free healthcare
The Andhra Pradesh cabinet, headed by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, has approved a universal health policy. The initiative aims to provide free and quality healthcare to nearly five crore residents of the state.