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AAP releases manifesto for Punjab elections
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has released an election manifesto for the upcoming Punjab Polls.
Meghalaya governor resigns over allegations of sexual misconduct
After the reports of Meghalaya governor V Shanmuganathan's sexual misconduct surfaced in the media, he resigned from his position.
Congress releases manifesto ahead of Punjab polls
The Congress released its manifesto for the upcoming polls in Punjab yesterday.
Akhilesh aiming for win with a Harvard Professor's help
Steve Jarding has been providing CM Akhilesh Yadav the strategy for the upcoming elections like Prashant Kishor is doing for Rahul Gandhi.
From caste based issues to development focused: UP Polls
The transitional change in leadership of Uttar Pradesh that played out over the last week seems to be symptomatic of a deeper churn.
Akhilesh Yadav gets ready for a new innings
Akhilesh Yadav, CM of Uttar Pradesh, has been sacked from the Samajwadi Party (SP) for six years.
Andhra Pradesh MLA claims to have studied physics in BCom
Jaleel Khan, an MLA from the Telugu Desam Party claimed to have studied physics and mathematics as a part of his Bachelors of Commerce programme.
Ambiguity in donation disclosures to parties
According to a report by 'Association for Democratic Reforms' (ADR), much ambiguity continues to exist with respect to donations that were received by major political parties.
Election Commission delists over 200 political parties
The Election Commission of India (EC) has 'delisted' over 200 political parties, which have not contested polls since 2005.
Amit Shah holds meetings to discuss demonetization
BJP Party president, Amit Shah held meetings with many MPs from Uttar Pradesh in New Delhi yesterday.
Amma leaves TN with excellent social, industrial indicators
Chief Minister Jayalalithaa passed away at Apollo Hospital on 5 December, but she has left behind a legacy that will not be forgotten.
Political parties cause disruptions across India
Demonetization and its implementation continues to be vehemently opposed by major opposition parties.
Samajwadi Party candidate arrested in wife's murder case
Amanmani Tripathi, Samajwadi Party leader and a strongman from eastern Uttar Pradesh was arrested by the CBI for the alleged murder of his wife, Sara Tripathi.
Sheila Dikshit's son-in-law arrested
Former Delhi Chief Minister, Sheila Dixit's son-in-law has been arrested for allegedly inflicting violence on his wife.
Skill Development Ministry looks to snag AICTE
The Skill Development Minister Rajiv Pratap Rudy proposed measures to take over AICTE from the Human Resource Development ministry.
Ex-Union Minister, Jaywantiben Mehta passes away
In the early hours of today, Former Union Minister of State and ex-BJP leader Jaywantiben Mehta passed away following a brief illness.
Samajwadi party celebrates 25 years of its existence
The Samajwadi party held a function today in Lucknow to celebrate its 25th anniversary.
Former Karnataka CM acquitted in bribery case
Senior BJP leader from Karnataka, BS Yeddyurappa (BSY) was today acquitted by a CBI court in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Tamil Nadu under the watchful eye of Jayalalithaa's 'photograph'
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa has been away from public eye and under close medical supervision while recovering from a serious lung infection.
Pakistan Army Chief's tenure comes to a close
Raheel Sharif, Pakistan's Army-Chief's tenure will end in November 2016; his successor will be appointed by Pakistan's PM Nawaz Sharif.
PM Modi's outreach towards Muslims and Dalits
In BJP's National Council meeting on Sunday, PM Modi urged party cadres to focus on "social justice" by empowering the Dalit and Muslim communities.
Congress may be asked to vacate its Delhi headquarters
The BJP Government may propose that Congress empty its headquarters on 24 Akbar Road and three other bungalows in Lutyens' Delhi.
Narendra Modi's universal appeal remains undented
A survey by Pew Research Centre has concluded that even after two years of being in power, Narendra Modi is viewed favourably by a phenomenal 81 percent of the respondents.
Should convicted politicians be banned : SC asks government, EC
The Supreme Court has officially sought the viewpoints of the Modi government and the Election Commission regarding the lifetime ban on "convicted politicians after a quick trial which should end in a year."
Government introduces automated system to manage negative press items
Modi government has decided to follow an 'automated system' which will focus on perception-management and will keep top-ministry officials on their toes.
Praveen Kumar joins Samajwadi Party ahead of UP elections
According to reports, cricketer Praveen Kumar met Uttar Pradesh CM Akhilesh Yadav and decided to join Samajwadi Party.
SC to hear petition to stop funding J&K separatists
The Supreme Court agreed to listen to a petition seeking a legal injunction to the government to discontinue funding the security and other expenses of separatists in J&K.
Madhya Pradesh CM to launch Rs.10 thali for the poor
Following Jayalithaa and Navin Patnaik's footsteps, Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan is planning to launch a subsidized meal program for the poor, comprising of a 'filling' thali for Rs.10.
AAP accuses Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel of misusing authority
Vijay Goel has been accused by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of causing a significant financial loss to the municipal corporation.
PM Modi meets Xi Jinping to discuss bilateral ties
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi met China's President Xi Jinping ahead of the G20 leaders summit at Hangzhou.
National media a mouthpiece for official narrative
An article from the University of Kashmir stated that the 'partial journalism' exercised by national media has disregarded the voice of objection from Kashmir to support the official narrative.
Christian colony in Peshawar targeted by suicide bombers
On the outskirts of Peshawar, a Christian colony was under attack from four terrorists in the early hours of Friday.
US Secretary of State John Kerry meets Sushma Swaraj
The 2nd Indo-US Strategic and Commercial dialogue was held in New Delhi on August 30.
Bihar worst performer on implementation of Aadhaar linkage
According to officials in the Prime Minister's Office, linkage of welfare schemes with Aadhaar was failing miserably in Bihar.
Olympics Gold medallist sacked from police job
Gurmail Singh, an Arjuna Awardee and an Olympian Gold winner, was abruptly fired from his position in the Punjab Police.
Congress witnesses internal tussles and disputes
Many of Congress' leaders and their statements have sparked an internal conflict, resulting in disputes over what the party stands for.
Manmohan Singh and Modi: A decade of Indian politics
In 2004 Manmohan Singh became India's PM and held the post till 2014.
Taller than 'Statue of Liberty'
Dr. Ambedkar's 'Statue of Equality' in Mumbai is expected to be taller than the 'Statue of Liberty' in New York which stands at a massive 305 feet.
Javadekar accepts PMO's suggestion to let IIMs choose their Chairman
The HRD Ministry under new HRD Minister Prakash Javadekar has agreed to relinquish government role in appointing the Board of Governors Chairman at all IIMs.
Theft in TMC's office in Parliament
A sum of Rs.30,000 was reported missing from the Trinamool Congress office in the Parliament Complex.