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Bengal hotels can host only local residents during polling: ECI
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a directive barring hotels in West Bengal from accommodating non-residents of the local constituency during the pre-poll and polling period.
'Get out': Mumbai commuter, stuck at BJP rally, confronts minister
A woman in Mumbai confronted Maharashtra's Water Resources Minister Girish Mahajan after she was stuck in traffic for more than an hour during a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) protest march in Worli.
Congress cancels Rahul Gandhi's Kolkata rally for Bengal elections
The Congress party has canceled its planned rally in Kolkata, West Bengal, which was to be addressed by Rahul Gandhi.
'90% women join politics after entering politicians' rooms': Bihar MP
Independent MP from Bihar Pappu Yadav has sparked controversy with his remarks on women in politics.
'Military-style takeover': TMC on record CAPF deployment in Bengal
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has criticized a recent meeting of all units of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) in Kolkata, West Bengal.
'Modi is a terrorist,' says Kharge, then a clarification
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has stirred controversy by calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a "terrorist."
Sharad Pawar hospitalized
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) (SP) chief and Rajya Sabha member Sharad Pawar was admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital two days ago, sources told PTI.
'No two-wheelers from 6:00pm': ECI's mandate for poll-bound Bengal
The Election Commission of India has imposed strict restrictions on two-wheeler movement in West Bengal ahead of the assembly polls.
Ex-cricketer Yusuf Pathan's father-in-law, brother-in-law arrested for assaulting man
Three relatives of Trinamool Congress MP and former cricketer Yusuf Pathan have been arrested in Mumbai's Byculla area.
700+ citizens accuse Modi of MCC violation over national address
A group of over 700 "concerned citizens," including academics, activists, and former bureaucrats, have filed a complaint with the Election Commission against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
TMC moves court fearing arrests of workers ahead of polls
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has approached the Calcutta High Court, fearing that around 800 of its workers may be arrested before the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections.
'BJP punishing progressive states': Stalin releases video ahead of polls
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has released a video ahead of the state polls, where he slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led central government over the proposed delimitation exercise.
'Judiciary put on trial': Delhi judge rejects Kejriwal's recusal plea
Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of the Delhi High Court has dismissed a plea by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal and others seeking her recusal from the Delhi Excise Policy case.
BJP leader storms Mumbai Lenskart store, applies tilak to staff
A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader recently created a stir at a Lenskart store in Mumbai over alleged discriminatory grooming policies.
AAP-DMK alliance in Tamil Nadu? Kejriwal joins Stalin for roadshow
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal met Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin in Chennai on Monday.
Allahabad HC judge recuses from Rahul Gandhi citizenship row case
Justice Subhash Vidyarthi of the Allahabad High Court (Lucknow Bench) has recused himself from hearing a case against Rahul Gandhi.
'₹100 crores not disclosed': Madras HC issues notice to Vijay
The Madras High Court has issued a notice on a petition seeking an investigation into alleged discrepancies in the asset declarations of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Chief Vijay for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections.
Uninvited to cricket match, Maharashtra politician drives tractor onto pitch
A local politician allegedly drove a tractor into the field during a cricket tournament final in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district on April 12.
Tamil Nadu elections: Over 400 candidates face serious criminal cases
The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has revealed that over 400 candidates contesting in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections have serious criminal cases against them.
BJP MLA threatens cops after son's Thar crash in UP
A road accident in Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri district has turned into a political showdown between the police and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Pritam Lodhi.
Hemant Soren's chopper denied landing as Modi takes jhalmuri break
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent roadside stop in Jhargram, West Bengal, has sparked a political controversy.
Astronaut performs Bihu aboard ISS: Himanta credits Modi; gets fact-checked
A video of NASA astronaut Mike Fincke performing a Bihu dance aboard the International Space Station (ISS) has gone viral.
'Maha jungle raj': Modi targets TMC over Women's Reservation Bill
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of blocking the Women's Reservation Bill, which sought to provide 33% reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies.
'Desperate PM turned official address into political speech': Kharge
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his recent speech blaming the opposition for the failure of the women's reservation bill.
Centre releases FAQs on timing of Women's Reservation Bill
The central government has released a set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding the Women's Reservation Bill and other important bills.
Pawan Kalyan undergoes surgery; JSP leader's health issues worsen
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena Party (JSP) chief Pawan Kalyan underwent surgery on Saturday evening after experiencing severe discomfort during an official meeting on Friday morning.
Modi slams Congress, apologizes to women after quota bill defeat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the nation on Saturday, said that the Opposition has snatched women's rights, then congratulated itself.
Himachal government defers salaries of MLAs, ministers amid financial crisis
The Himachal Pradesh government has announced a six-month salary deferment for Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, cabinet ministers, and Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs).
South united to defeat Constitution Amendment Bill: MK Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) president M K Stalin has hailed the South for its unity in defeating the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026.
Priyanka Gandhi challenges government to reintroduce original women's reservation bill
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has challenged the government to reintroduce the original women's reservation bill in Parliament.
Modi warns opposition will face consequences for blocking women's quota
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has slammed the opposition for not supporting the Women's Reservation Bill.
'Victory for democracy': Priyanka Gandhi on women's reservation bill failure
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi on Saturday called the failure of the women's reservation bill in Lok Sabha a "big victory for democracy."
Prakash Raj takes dig at Vijay's political entry, 'cinema model'
Actor Prakash Raj has taken a subtle dig at his Jana Nayagan co-star and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay.
Women's quota bill fails Lok Sabha test
The amendments to the Women's Reservation Bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha after the Centre could not secure the necessary votes.
Income tax raids at TMC MLA Debasish Kumar's premises
The Income Tax Department on Friday conducted searches at two premises of Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Debasish Kumar in Kolkata.
'Everything is in no.16': What is Rahul Gandhi referring to
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday ended his speech in the Lok Sabha with a riddle, saying, "The whole answer to the riddle is in the number 16."