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10 Apr 2018
Indian Army9 years later, Indian Army to get 1.86L bulletproof jackets
The Indian Army has inked a Rs. 639cr deal for 1.86L bulletproof jackets (BPJs) with a domestic company after successful field evaluation trials.
06 Apr 2018
Rahul Gandhi'The Accidental Prime Minister': Kher's first look as Manmohan Singh
Anupam Kher's first look as Dr. Manmohan Singh in the upcoming movie 'The Accidental Prime Minister' has piqued the interest of movie buffs.
18 Mar 2018
Anupam Kher'The Accidental Prime Minister': Aahana Kumra to portray Priyanka Gandhi
The starcast of 'The Accidental Prime Minister' is getting bigger by the day. The latest actress to join the former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's biopic is Aahana Kumra.
18 Mar 2018
Sonia GandhiBJP mismanaged Kashmir issue "like never before": Manmohan Singh
At the final day of the Congress' plenary session in New Delhi, senior party leaders launched blistering attacks on the ruling BJP, blaming it for mismanagement of the Kashmir issue "like never before," the "big lie" of demonetization and its "greatest disservice" to India: pushing people into poverty.
17 Mar 2018
IndiaNaMo govt. spreading anger, hatred but Congress spreads love: RaGa
Congress President Rahul Gandhi has accused the Narendra Modi government of spreading hatred and anger, adding that the Congress is the only party that would take the country forward by fostering an environment of amity and love.
12 Mar 2018
BollywoodManmohan Singh's biopic: Akshaye Khanna to play Sanjaya Baru
Akshaye Khanna has been roped in to play Sanjaya Baru in 'The Accidental Prime Minister', a biopic on former PM Manmohan Singh. Baru was Singh's media adviser.
09 Mar 2018
IndiaSonia Gandhi reveals why she didn't become Prime-Minister in 2004
Speaking at India Today Conclave in Mumbai, Sonia Gandhi revealed why she chose not to become the Prime Minister even after leading UPA to power in 2004.
09 Mar 2018
IndiaSonia Gandhi finally opens up about politics, her children, shortcomings
In a deeply introspective speech, Sonia Gandhi spoke on a wide range of topics, including her children, her shortcomings, and democracy's role in India, the first time she has opened up since relinquishing the Congress President post.
28 Feb 2018
CanadaRadical Sikhs put forth their demands before Indian government
Radical Sikh elements have allegedly found a politically-conducive environment to revive the Khalistan movement in Canada, North American and European countries.
21 Jan 2018
DelhiSheila Dixit: Had lot of differences with Manmohan Singh's government
In the coming days, Congress may have to put out many fires. Earlier, former-telecom minister A Raja slammed them for not supporting him during 2G scam. Now, former-Delhi CM Sheila Dixit has made some explosive revelations in her autobiography "Citizen Delhi: My Times, My Life."
20 Jan 2018
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)Raja slams Vinod Rai, media, BJP in his new book
After being exonerated in the 2G scam case, ex-telecom minister A Raja has made explosive claims against former CAG Vinod Rai and the ruling BJP. This is all part of a tell-all book 'The 2G Saga Unfolds'. This book was released on January 19.
08 Jan 2018
IndiaVajpayee, Manmohan Singh, Pranab Mukherjee to lose official accommodation?
Former-presidents Pratibha Patil and Pranab Mukherjee as well as former-PMs Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Manmohan Singh may soon have to vacate their official residences in Delhi.
02 Jan 2018
IndiaRajya Sabha's new record: Completes entire Zero Hour agenda
Today, Rajya Sabha created history of sorts by taking up all the Zero Hour issues and special mentions listed in the agenda. Chairman Venkaiah Naidu looked visibly happy and congratulated the house, amid thumping of desks.
27 Dec 2017
IndiaJaitley: Modi didn't question Manmohan Singh's commitment to India
Finance minister Arun Jaitley tried to pacify Congress with a half-apology claiming that PM Modi didn't mean to question former PM Manmohan Singh's loyalty to India.
23 Dec 2017
India2G spectrum verdict: Why did the prosecution's case fall flat?
A special CBI court acquitted former telecom minister A Raja, DMK RS MP Kanimozhi and other corporate honchos in the 2G spectrum case.
21 Dec 2017
IndiaSachin Tendulkar's debut RS speech delayed after chaos in House
Today was to be the first time MP Sachin Tendulkar, nominated to the Rajya Sabha in 2012, spoke in the House.
19 Dec 2017
Narendra ModiWinter session, Parliament Day 3: Protests continue
The ongoing winter session of Parliament has been rocked by protests. Congress is demanding that PM Modi apologize to former PM Manmohan Singh for alleging that the latter colluded with Pakistan to influence Gujarat polls.
18 Dec 2017
Narendra ModiGovt. introduces five bills amidst Congress disruption in Lok Sabha
Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned for the second day today after Congress members made a ruckus over insinuations made by PM Modi against former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
16 Dec 2017
Sonia Gandhi#RahulRaj: Will fight politics of anger, Rahul Gandhi attacks BJP
Rahul Gandhi has finally taken over as the Congress President at the party's headquarters in Delhi, becoming the sixth member of the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty to lead the party.
15 Dec 2017
IndiaSonia retires as Congress President: A new era in Congress
A day before Rahul Gandhi officially takes charge as the Congress president, Sonia Gandhi has announced her retirement as its President.
15 Dec 2017
IndiaParliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha adjourned till Dec 18
On the first day of the Parliament's Winter Session, the Lok Sabha was adjourned after obituary references. Proceedings will resume from 11am on December 18.
15 Dec 2017
IndiaBJP releases Rahul Gandhi-Jayanti Natarajan emails, questions Manmohan Singh's authority
PM Narendra Modi, at a recent function paying tribute to Parliament attack martyrs, exchanged a frosty hand-shake with former PM Manmohan Singh. Later, Singh released a video message demanding an apology.
12 Dec 2017
IndiaGujarat polls: Manmohan Singh lambasts PM Modi, seeks his apology
The usually restrained Manmohan Singh condemned PM Narendra Modi for spreading "falsehoods" and "canards." Condemning him of setting a "dangerous precedent," Singh asked Modi to apologize.
11 Dec 2017
IndiaMani Shankar Aiyar's dinner attended by former army chief, ex-diplomats
The Gujarat elections' slugfest has veered in a different direction after Congress's Mani Shankar Aiyar called PM Narendra Modi a "neech" (low-life) person.
01 Dec 2017
IndiaFormer US President Barack Obama in India, praises Modi
Former US President Barack Obama addressed a town hall meeting in Delhi today. He interacted with 300 young leaders from across the country.
06 Nov 2017
IndiaManmohan Singh: Accept demonetization was a blunder, let's rebuild economy
In an interview to BloombergQuint, former PM Manmohan Singh said that demonetization's impact on the weaker sections is "more damaging" than is indicated by economic indicators.
25 Oct 2017
IndiaBJP plans 'Anti-Black Money Day' on demonetization anniversary
A day after opposition parties announced they would mark November 8, the first anniversary of demonetization, as 'Black Day', Finance Minister Arun Jaitley talked about BJP's planned 'Anti-Black Money Day'.
24 Oct 2017
IndiaForget Black Friday, opposition to protest demonetization on "Black" Thursday
The opposition has decided to mark November 8, demonetization's first anniversary, by observing "Black Day" across the country.
26 Sep 2017
IndiaFormer PM Manmohan Singh turns 85 today!
Manmohan Singh, who had the longest serving contiguous term as PM after Jawaharlal Nehru, has often been described as the hero of India's 1991 liberalization, the "accidental PM" in 2004, and the "mute PM" in 2011.
30 Jun 2017
Narendra ModiCentral Hall to welcome GST with a starry event
The Centre is getting ready to welcome GST with a 'gong' and the biggest names will bear attendance to the event.
23 Jun 2017
IndiaAir India story: the airline that was destined to crash
Rumors are afloat that the Tata Group is interested in buying the white elephant of the Indian government, Air India.
31 May 2017
IndiaHow is a Re 1 note different from other currencies?
After a hiatus of 22 years, Re 1 note will resurface in a brand new avatar.
11 Apr 2017
IndiaCWG Scam: Manmohan Singh PMO recommended Kalmadi's appointment, says PAC
Criticizing the Manmohan Singh PMO, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has adopted the politically controversial 2010 Commonwealth Games (CWG) report.
07 Apr 2017
IndiaGST: Parliament passes four key bills
The parliament on April 6 passed four bills on the GST after they were approved by the Rajya Sabha without any amendments, paving the way for its nationwide rollout.
29 Mar 2017
IndiaGST bill: Implementation may be delayed to September 1
Implementation of the GST bill may be delayed from the planned July 1 to September 1 for further fine-tuning of the bill and to give industries more time to prepare.
20 Mar 2017
IndiaCabinet approves key legislations on GST
The union cabinet on March 20 cleared key legislations relating to the Goods and Services Tax, including the Integrated GST, the Central GST, the State or Union Territory GST, and a law related to compensation to states.
16 Mar 2017
IndiaCouncil clears final 2 bills, GST dream one step closer
The GST council approved two crucial legislations - the state GST and the union territory GST bills.
04 Mar 2017
IndiaGST Council approves the laws; July deadline seems realistic
The GST Council has cleared the Central GST and Integrated GST law. However the legal framework for the State GST and Union Territory GST have yet to be cleared by the Law Commission.
19 Feb 2017
IndiaCouncil clears compensation for GST bill
The GST Council has cleared a bill, seeking to provide compensation to states for losses they may incur after rolling out the GST.
10 Feb 2017
IndiaOpposition may boycott PM for jibe against Manohan Singh
With the Budget session of the Parliament in recess, the Congress-led opposition is planning to boycott PM Modi for the remainder of the session.