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'What does Congress want': Kiren Rijiju backs Tharoor
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has come out in support of Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, who is facing backlash from his party for backing the government on 'Operation Sindoor.'
'Politicians...unqualified to talk about language': Kamal Haasan reacts to backlash
Actor and politician Kamal Haasan has responded to the backlash over his comments about the Kannada language.
44 MLAs ready to form government in Manipur: BJP leader
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislator Thokchom Radheshyam Singh has said that 44 Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) are ready to form a new government in Manipur.
BJP leader accused of beheading friend gets bail
The Allahabad High Court has granted bail to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Tinku Bhargav in a murder case, noting that he is not a flight risk and has cooperated with the investigation.
Why Karnataka and Andhra are feuding over Defense manufacturer HAL
The Karnataka government has dismissed reports of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shifting its production units to Andhra Pradesh after the latter's Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu proposed expanding HAL operations in his state.
Kamal Haasan to enter Rajya Sabha with DMK's support
Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan is all set to enter the Rajya Sabha with the support from Tamil Nadu's ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), per reports.
Ghulam Azad, part of Operation Sindoor delegation, hospitalized in Kuwait
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad has been hospitalized in Kuwait amid an all-party delegation tour.
Kamal Haasan says 'Kannada born out of Tamil,' sparks row
Actor and politician Kamal Haasan has landed in hot water after his comments about the Kannada language at the audio launch of his film Thug Life in Chennai.
'Terror won't stop tourism in Kashmir': Omar Abdullah in Pahalgam
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah held a special Cabinet meeting in Pahalgam, the picturesque town that was hit by a deadly terror attack last month, on Tuesday.
SC junks plea seeking punishment for Rahul over Savarkar remarks
The Supreme Court has dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) that sought to "establish certain facts" about Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar.
Tejashwi Yadav, wife welcome baby boy
Former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav has announced the birth of his second child, a baby boy.
BJP leader seen hugging woman in office, party issues notice
A video of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Amar Kishore Kashyap allegedly engaging in an "inappropriate act" with a woman at the party's Gonda district office has gone viral.
Assam CM Sarma shares Bangladesh's map with '2 chicken necks'
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has shared a map of Bangladesh, highlighting two vulnerable corridors that he claims are similar to India's "Chicken Neck" corridor.
Lalu Yadav expels son Tej Pratap from RJD
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief and former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav has expelled his elder son, Tej Pratap Yadav, from the party for six years.
'Women in Pahalgam lacked heroic qualities': BJP MP's controversial remark
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Rajya Sabha MP Ram Chander Jangra has sparked controversy with his recent remarks on the Pahalgam terror attack victims.
BJP could win majority in Karnataka today: Survey report
A pre-poll survey has predicted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) could win a clear majority in the Karnataka Assembly elections if they were held now. This would be a first for the party in the state.
Sena (UBT) open to MNS alliance for upcoming civic polls
The Shiv Sena (UBT) has expressed its willingness to form an alliance with the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), led by Raj Thackeray.
PM Modi, others greet Kerala CM on 80th birthday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several political leaders have extended their warm wishes to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on his 80th birthday.
Assam BJP gears up for 2026 polls, outlines strategy
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Assam has started working on a "victory strategy" for the upcoming 2026 Assembly elections. The party aims to secure its third consecutive term in the state.
'Linguistic mistake': BJP minister apologizes again over Colonel Qureshi remarks
Madhya Pradesh Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah has issued a third apology for his controversial remarks about Colonel Sofiya Qureshi of the Indian Army.
Punjab AAP MLA arrested in fraud case
Raman Arora, a 54-year-old Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA from Jalandhar Central, was arrested by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) on Friday.
How light-hearted wedding photo turned into nightmare for Ajit Pawar
Vaishnavi Hagawane, the daughter-in-law of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Rajendra Hagawane, died by suicide this month allegedly over harassment for dowry by her husband and in-laws.
Rahul Gandhi's 'surprise' DU visit stirs controversy; here's what happened
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's unannounced visit to the North Campus of Delhi University (DU) on Thursday has triggered a controversy.
'Near-death experience': TMC's Sagarika Ghose recalls Delhi-Srinagar Indigo flight turbulence
Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Sagarika Ghose, who was on an IndiGo flight from Delhi to Srinagar on Wednesday when it experienced strong turbulence, described the incident as a "near-death experience."
Woman claims BJP MLA ordered gang-rape, gave her 'incurable virus'
Bengaluru police have registered a first information report (FIR) against Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Munirathna and his aides following a complaint by a 40-year-old woman.
Artist heckled for singing 'Allah ke bande' at Tripura temple
A street performer, Shanu Malakar, was allegedly heckled for singing Kailash Kher's "Allah ke bande" at the Mata Tripurasundari Temple in Gomati district, Tripura.
'Gandhis enjoyed ₹142cr in proceeds': ED in National Herald case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) told a Delhi court on Wednesday that Congress leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi received ₹142 crore as "proceeds of crime" in the National Herald case.
TN moves SC, alleges Centre blocking funds over NEP non-implementation
The Tamil Nadu government has filed a suit in the Supreme Court against the Union government for allegedly withholding over ₹2,291 crore under the Samagra Shiksha Scheme (SSS).
BJP shares Rahul-Asim Munir poster; Congress counters with Modi-Sharif picture
A poster war has erupted between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress.
Massive scandal involving DMK worker 'grooming' women for politicians surfaces
A 20-year-old college student from Tamil Nadu has accused her husband, a member of the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), of torture and sexual harassment.
Yusuf Pathan out, Abhishek Banerjee picked for 'Operation Sindoor' outreach
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee has been picked to be part of the parliamentary delegation that will carry India's anti-terror message to the world, a day after Yusuf Pathan opted out.
BJP leader and YouTuber Manish Kashyap thrashed by junior doctors
YouTuber and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Manish Kashyap was allegedly assaulted by junior doctors at the Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH) on Monday.
SC rejects BJP minister's apology for remarks against Colonel Qureshi
The Supreme Court has rejected the public apology issued by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for his remarks referring to Colonel Sofiya Qureshi as "sister of terrorists."
'Not consulted': TMC removes Yusuf Pathan from Centre's terror outreach
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has pulled out its MP Yusuf Pathan from the Indian government's 'Operation Sindoor' global outreach program.
'If I'm wrong..': Himanta alleges Gaurav Gogoi received ISI training
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has reiterated his allegations against Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi that the latter visited Pakistan on the invitation of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
'Boycott this baraat...': Raut slams delegation diplomacy on 'Operation Sindoor'
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has criticized the Indian government's decision to send seven all-party delegations to world capitals.
In India's global diplomatic outreach, who goes where
In the wake of a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, last month, the Indian government has announced seven all-party delegations.
CPI(M) joins 'Operation Sindoor' all-party delegations, despite reservations
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) has decided to participate in the all-party delegations formed by the government after the Pahalgam attack and 'Operation Sindoor'.
Owaisi's message to Turkey: '220 million Muslims in India'
Lok Sabha MP Asaduddin Owaisi has criticized Turkey for supporting Pakistan, asking it to reconsider its position.
'Pakistan a threat to humanity': Owaisi after India's 'Operation Sindoor'
All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi has slammed Pakistan for its support of terrorism, calling the country a "threat to humanity."