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Winter Session: Lok Sabha adjourned amid ruckus by opposition
The Lok Sabha has been adjourned until 12 noon, following a ruckus by the opposition over the demand for discussions during the Zero Hour.
'No drama...nara': Modi warns opposition as Winter Session begins
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged opposition parties not to disrupt the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament, warning against drama or nara (slogans).
Samajwadi MP, stuck in Bengaluru traffic gridlock, calls cops 'useless'
Samajwadi Party MP Rajeev Rai from Uttar Pradesh's Ghosi was recently stuck in Bengaluru due to severe traffic congestion while en route to catch a flight to Delhi for the Winter Session of Parliament.
Winter Session of Parliament begins today; here's what to expect
The Winter Session of Parliament will commence on Monday, with the government planning to introduce 14 bills.
Congress accuses Centre of 'vendetta politics' after new FIR
The Congress party has accused the Centre of "vendetta politics" after a fresh FIR was filed against its leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi.
'I know my limits': Shivakumar on power tussle with Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has denied any rift with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Delhi: MCD bypolls record 31.13% turnout till 4pm
Voting for the by-elections in 12 Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) wards began on Sunday at 7:30am.
Government holds all-party meet ahead of Parliament Winter Session
The government held an all-party meeting on Sunday, a day before the Winter Session of Parliament commences.
ECI extends SIR by 7 days across 12 states, UTs
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) schedule by a week in 12 states and Union Territories, it announced in a statement.
Rajasthan minister withdraws order celebrating Babri demolition as 'Shaurya Diwas'
The Rajasthan Education Department has withdrawn an order to observe December 6 as "Shaurya Diwas," just hours after it was issued, according to a report by The Indian Express.
National Herald case: Rahul, Sonia Gandhi charged with criminal conspiracy
Senior Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi have been charged with criminal conspiracy in the National Herald money laundering case.
Ex-MLA Rajesh Gupta 'wanted MCD bypoll ticket for wife': AAP
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has reacted to the exit of its senior leader and former MLA Rajesh Gupta, who joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) just a day ahead of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) bypolls.
Kiran Bedi urges ban on air purifiers in government offices
Former Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Kiran Bedi has called for a ban on the installation of air purifiers in government offices and official residences.
'AAP used workers': Two-time MLA Rajesh Gupta joins BJP
In a major blow to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), two-time MLA and party vice-president of Delhi, Rajesh Gupta, has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
'No differences, no confusion': Siddaramaiah-DK Shivakumar's statement after breakfast meet
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar have sought to quell rumors of discord between them.
'We will discuss everything': Siddaramaiah on breakfast invite to Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has invited his deputy, DK Shivakumar, for a breakfast meeting on Saturday.
One nation, one election: Law Commission backs assemblies' term changes
The 23rd Law Commission has informed the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the simultaneous elections Bills that Parliament can amend the five-year term of Lok Sabha and state assemblies.
Minister applauds scantily-dressed dancer at Udananiydhi Stalin's birthday; sparks row
Tamil Nadu Minister S Periyakaruppan is facing backlash after a video of him surfaced applauding a dance performance by scantily-dressed girls at Deputy Chief Minister Udayanidhi Stalin's birthday party.
IIT-Bombay or IIT-Mumbai? Renaming debate ignites political clash
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said he will write to the central government, requesting a name change for the Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay (IIT-Bombay) to Indian Institute of Technology-Mumbai (IIT-Mumbai).
Punjab AAP leader's house fired upon; ₹5cr extortion note found
The house of Daljit Singh Raju, a prominent Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader in Punjab, was attacked early Thursday.
50-year AIADMK veteran KA Sengottaiyan joins Vijay's party
Expelled All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader and nine-time Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) KA Sengottaiyan has joined Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).
'Like Osama preaching peace...': BJP slams Pakistan's Ram temple remarks
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has slammed Pakistan for its comments on the flag-hoisting ceremony at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
'Keeping promise...': DK Shivakumar's reminder to Congress amid power tussle
Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar has made a cryptic statement amid the ongoing power tussle for the chief ministership of Karnataka.
J&K: BJP seeks merit list cancellation at Vaishno Devi college
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Jammu and Kashmir has demanded the cancellation of the merit list for MBBS admissions at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME).
Bengal SIR: ECI finds 14 lakh enumeration forms 'uncollectable'
The Election Commission of India has flagged around 14 lakh Special Intensive Revision (SIR) enumeration forms as "uncollectable" in West Bengal.
After Rabri Devi, Tej Pratap asked to vacate official residence
The Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government has ordered former Chief Minister Rabri Devi to vacate her official residence at 10 Circular Road in Patna.
Why Bihar government is reclaiming Lalu family's bungalow after 20yrs
The Bihar government has reclaimed the iconic 10 Circular Road bungalow from the Lalu Prasad family after nearly two decades.
'200% sure': Congress MLA on Shivakumar's elevation as Karnataka CM
Karnataka Congress MLA Iqbal Hussain has expressed his confidence that Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar will soon be elevated to the position of Chief Minister.
'If you target me in Bengal...': Mamata warns BJP
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has warned the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise.
Woman dies after Ajit Pawar's convoy vehicle hits her bike
A woman, who was injured in an accident involving a vehicle from Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's convoy, died on Tuesday morning, PTI reported.
BJP's 'Mission Bengal': Targeting 160+ seats in upcoming elections
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has launched its "Mission Bengal" campaign, aiming to win over 160 seats in the upcoming state elections.
'Will lose control over Mumbai...': Raj Thackeray warns workers, voters
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray has raised the stakes for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections.
Centre backtracks on Chandigarh proposal after backlash
The Union Home Ministry has clarified that the proposal to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 is still "under consideration."
'You have votes, I have funds...': Ajit Pawar warns voters
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has sparked a political controversy with his recent comments at a campaign rally in Malegaon.
Trinamool MLA's 'Babri Masjid' remark sparks political controversy
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Humayun Kabir has sparked a political controversy with his announcement to lay the foundation stone of a "Babri Masjid" in Beldanga, Murshidabad district, on December 6.
Centre plans Chandigarh move under Article 240; Punjab parties oppose
The central government plans to introduce a Constitution Amendment Bill in the upcoming Winter session of Parliament.
Congress forms panel for seat-sharing talks with DMK
The Indian National Congress has formed a five-member committee to finalize alliance terms with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) for the 2026 assembly elections.
Tharoor gives 'democracy' lesson after Trump's 'great' meeting with Mamdani
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has reacted to the meeting between United States President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, which took place on Friday.
Bengaluru Police probe 'vote chori' claims after Rahul Gandhi's presser
Bengaluru Police have registered a case of alleged voter fraud in the Mahadevapura Assembly constituency.
Who gets what: Nitish Kumar announces portfolios for 18 ministers
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has assigned the Home Ministry to his deputy, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Samrat Choudhary.