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AAP leader Lucky Oberoi shot dead inside car in Jalandhar
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Lucky Oberoi was shot dead on Friday in Jalandhar's Model Town area.
'Congress hates Sikhs': PM after Rahul calls Bittu Singh 'traitor'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Rajya Sabha speech, alleged that the Congress harbors hatred toward Sikhs.
'Deals meant Bofors for Congress': PM's dig after India-US deal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday took a jibe at the Congress party while addressing the Rajya Sabha.
Opposition MPs walk out from Rajya Sabha as Modi speaks
Opposition MPs staged a walkout from Rajya Sabha as Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued his reply on the Motion of Thanks to the President's Address on Thursday.
SC to hear PIL to deregister parties promising 'irrational freebies'
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking action against political parties that promise or distribute "irrational freebies" before elections.
Prashant Kishor's party, which won zero seats, goes to SC
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party has approached the Supreme Court challenging the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections.
'Asked PM to skip LS...Congress MPs might try something': Speaker
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has revealed that he had advised Prime Minister Narendra Modi against attending the House on Wednesday.
Lok Sabha passes President's Motion of Thanks without PM's response
The Lok Sabha on Thursday passed the Motion of Thanks on the President's address without Prime Minister Narendra Modi's customary reply. This is the first time since 2004 that such a thing has happened.
Fiery exchange in Rajya Sabha after Modi's LS speech canceled
The Rajya Sabha witnessed a fiery showdown on Thursday, with Union Minister JP Nadda accusing the Congress of being "held hostage to a naive child," apparently referring to Rahul Gandhi.
'North Indians clean table, sell pani-puri': DMK minister sparks row
A political controversy has erupted in Tamil Nadu after the state's Minister for Agriculture, MRK Panneerselvam, made controversial remarks against North Indians.
Yumnam Khemchand Singh takes oath as new Manipur CM
Yumnam Khemchand Singh, a 62-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, on Wednesday took oath as the new Chief Minister of Manipur.
Modi's speech canceled after opposition protests lead to LS adjournment
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's expected address has been canceled after the Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day.
Mamata Banerjee calls ECI 'WhatsApp Commission' in Supreme Court
Arguing before the Supreme Court against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls in West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sharply criticized the Election Commission, calling it the "WhatsApp Commission."
'Here's...traitor walking by': Rahul Gandhi as former aide crosses path
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and his former aide-turned-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ravneet Singh Bittu exchanged sharp words on the Parliament premises on Wednesday.
Ajit Pawar's last call before death in plane crash revealed
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has released the audio of Ajit Pawar's last phone conversation before he died in a plane crash.
SIR hearing today; Mamata seeks to argue case in SC
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will appear before the Supreme Court on Wednesday in connection with the ongoing case related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in her state.
Yumnam Khemchand to be Manipur CM, ending President's rule
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Yumnam Khemchand has been elected as the new Chief Minister of Manipur.
Mamata Banerjee stands by allegations against ECI
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has stood by her allegations against the Election Commission of India (ECI).
Mahua Moitra asks why Puri is 'inviting fun' for Epstein
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has demanded clarification on the recent revelations in the Epstein Files, which mention Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.
'Can't address Chair as yaar': Lok Sabha raps Congress MPs
A fresh controversy erupted in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday after someone from the opposition benches allegedly addressed the chair as "yaar."
8 opposition MPs suspended for throwing papers at LS Chair
The Lok Sabha has suspended eight opposition members for "creating a ruckus" during proceedings, which involved tearing up papers and throwing them toward the Chair.
Rahul claims India-US deal signed under pressure, cites Epstein Files
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of compromising national interests by signing a United States-India trade deal.
Lok Sabha adjourned again over Rahul's Indo-China border conflict remarks
The Lok Sabha was adjourned until 3:00pm after Rahul Gandhi once again took up the unpublished memoir of former Army chief MM Naravane on the 2020 India-China military standoff.
Modi cautions NDA against complacency from wins at Parliamentary meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on February 3, 2026, urged leaders of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) not to rest on their laurels after winning several elections.
Protests inside, outside Kerala Assembly over Sabarimala row; protesters tear-gassed
The Kerala Legislative Assembly was thrown into chaos on Tuesday as opposition members, led by the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF), protested against the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government over the alleged gold theft at the Sabarimala temple.
Maharashtra minister Pankaja Munde's chopper faces technical issue before take-off
A technical snag was detected in the helicopter of Maharashtra cabinet minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Pankaja Munde on Tuesday.
'Trajectory...tilting toward India': PM tells NDA MPs after India-US deal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Members of Parliament (MPs) after US President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with India.
Lok Sabha adjourned amid opposition protest over India-US trade deal
The Lok Sabha has been adjourned till 12 noon after opposition MPs protested against the India-US trade agreement.
Modi given rousing reception at NDA meeting for trade deal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was given a rousing reception, including applause and accolades, at the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Parliamentary Party meeting on Tuesday.
Congress demands full disclosure of India-US trade deal
The Indian National Congress has demanded full disclosure of the India-US trade agreement, which was announced by United States President Donald Trump.
'What the hell...': Congress's Manish Tewari questions India-US trade deal
Congress MP Manish Tewari has raised concerns over India's strategic autonomy following a trade deal with the United States.
'BJP's IT cell': Mamata accuses ECI of bias
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of bias and alleged misuse of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process.
Rahul Gandhi, Rajnath Singh clash over ex-Army chief's unpublished memoir
The Lok Sabha was thrown into chaos on Monday as Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi tried to quote from an unpublished memoir of former Army Chief General Manoj Naravane.
'Should be investigated': Sanjay Raut finds Ajit Pawar's death 'suspicious'
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has raised serious questions over the sudden death of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) prominent leader and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar.
'Don't disparage India': Kiren Rijiu tells Rahul Gandhi, quotes Musk
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has quoted Tesla CEO Elon Musk to counter Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's criticism of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led government's economic policies.
Chidambaram avoids comment on Trump's 'dead economy' remark
Congress MP P Chidambaram on Sunday declined to comment on United States President Donald Trump's "India is a dead economy" statement.
'Anti-poor...detached from reality': Opposition parties slam Budget 2026
Opposition parties have slammed the Union Budget 2026, calling it "anti-poor" and "detached" from reality.
All Manipur NDA MLAs summoned for Delhi meeting: Report
Almost all legislators of the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Manipur have flown to Delhi for a high-level meeting on Monday.
Rahul Gandhi lists 6 priorities 'ignored' in Union Budget 2026
Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi has slammed Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for not addressing key issues such as unemployment and farmer distress in the Union Budget 2026-27.
Ahead of key state elections, ECI funding increased by 25%
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the budget for the fiscal year 2026/27 on Sunday, which includes a 25.33% hike in funding for the Election Commission (EC).
PM Modi's visit to Punjab dera sparks political debate
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Ballan village in Punjab's Jalandhar district, just hours after the Union Budget 2026-27 was presented in Parliament.
Rare earth, rail, freight corridors: Poll-bound states major Budget beneficiaries
The Union Budget 2026 has announced several initiatives aimed at poll-bound states such as West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Assam.
Ajit Pawar crash: Burnt debris cleared, sent for forensic probe
Four days after the tragic plane crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and five others, authorities have started clearing the accident site in Baramati, India Today reported.
'Completely insipid': Congress's first reaction to Union Budget 2026
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has slammed the Union Budget 2026-27, calling it "completely insipid."
'Will be historic': Rijiju as Union Cabinet approves Budget 2026-2027
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget 2026-27 in the Lok Sabha at 11:00am on Saturday.
Sunetra Pawar takes oath as Maharashtra's first woman Deputy CM
Rajya Sabha MP Sunetra Pawar was sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra on Saturday. She succeeds her late husband, Ajit Pawar, who tragically died in a plane crash.
Amit Shah alleges corruption behind Kolkata warehouse fire
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has slammed the West Bengal government over the recent fire at Anandapur warehouses near Kolkata.
Sunetra Pawar elected as NCP's Maharashtra legislature leader
Sunetra Pawar, the wife of late Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar, was on Saturday elected as the leader of the party's legislature wing in Maharashtra.
'It seems...process will be discontinued': Sharad Pawar on NCP reunification
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) founder Sharad Pawar has confirmed that talks of a potential merger between the two factions have been underway. However, he said these discussions now seem uncertain.
'NCP's call, family not consulted': Sharad Pawar on Sunetra's role
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar has confirmed that the decision to appoint Sunetra Pawar as Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra was taken by the party without consulting the family.
Sunetra Pawar to take oath as Maharashtra Deputy CM tomorrow
Sunetra Pawar will be sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra on Saturday at 5pm.
'Rahul...a leader with clear political stand': Tharoor rejects rift speculation
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has publicly reaffirmed his commitment to the party, putting to rest rumors of him quitting.
NCP leaders meet Fadnavis; stake claim to Ajit Pawar's portfolios
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leaders on Friday met Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, staking claim to the portfolios of the late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar.
Ajit Pawar wanted to reunite NCP on uncle Sharad's birthday
Ankush Kakade, a senior leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) founded by Sharad Pawar, has shared an emotional memory about late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's last wish.
Karnataka BJP booked over 'Scam Lords' post on CM, DyCM
The Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) has filed a case with the cybercrime police against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on its official social media handle.
Ajit Pawar's death prompts Maharashtra local polls reschedule
The Maharashtra State Election Commission (SEC) has postponed the upcoming Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections. The decision comes in light of the three-day mourning period declared in the state.
OPS hints at rejoining AIADMK; party chief says no chance
Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O Panneerselvam (OPS) has expressed his willingness to return to the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) party.
Budget session: Lok Sabha to debate president's address for 18hrs
The Parliament's Budget Session is set for a busy agenda with important discussions on the president's Address and the Union Budget.
'What's so unusual?' Shashi Tharoor on meeting Rahul Gandhi
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor met party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday.
Shashi Tharoor meets Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge amid rift rumors
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor met party president Mallikarjun Kharge and former party chief Rahul Gandhi in Parliament on Thursday.
BJP's Saurabh Joshi elected new mayor of Chandigarh
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Saurabh Joshi has been elected as the new mayor of Chandigarh.
Black box of crashed aircraft recovered after Ajit Pawar's death
The black box from the aircraft that crashed in Baramati, Pune district on Wednesday has been recovered.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar cremated with full state honors
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) president Ajit Pawar was cremated with full state honors on Thursday.
Who are Parth and Jay Pawar? Ajit Pawar's sons
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash on Wednesday morning. His plane crashed while attempting to land at Baramati airport in Pune district.
'Why ground fit aircraft?' Plane owner after Ajit Pawar's death
The owner of VSR Aviation, VK Singh, has defended the Learjet 45 that crashed at Baramati airport in Pune district, saying it was "absolutely fit" and ruled out any technical failure.
Ajit Pawar dies: What's next for his NCP faction
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar died on Wednesday in a plane crash. He was 66.
Ajit Pawar's body was identified by his wristwatch and clothes
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was killed in a plane crash on Wednesday. The incident took place at Baramati airport, where his Bombardier Learjet 45, operated by VSR Ventures, crashed while attempting to land.
Who were other 4 people onboard Ajit Pawar's ill-fated plane
A plane crash in Baramati, Pune, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, killed five people, including Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar.
Government details sequence of events before Ajit Pawar's plane crash
A private jet carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar crashed near Baramati airport on Wednesday. The crash killed all five people.
Pilot issued 'mayday' before Ajit Pawar's plane crashed, probe finds
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash on Wednesday morning. The accident occurred when a Learjet 45 aircraft crashed while attempting to land at the Baramati airstrip.
CCTV captures moment Ajit Pawar's plane crashed, killing all 5
The moment Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's plane crashed near Baramati on Wednesday morning has been captured on camera.