Politics

Kerala Chief Oommen Chandy hopes Tamil Nadu understands concerns over disputed Mullaperiyar Dam

Chennai, Nov 24 (ANI): Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy hopes that the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu would understand the concerns over stability of the disputed Mullaperiyar Dam that is shared by both the states. His statement comes after the water level in the dam reportedly touched 142 feet. Chandy said Kerala is concerned about the safety of those residing in the vicinity of the dam and said Tamil Nadu should understand their worries. He added he was aware of the importance of the water for both the states and that sharing was not an issue at all. The Mullaperiyar Dam site is in Kerala, but the reservoir mainly serves Tamil Nadu.

Nov 24, 2014

War Crimes Accused gets Death in Bangladesh

The International Crimes Tribunal-1 in Bangladesh Monday given death sentence to Mohammed Mobarak Hossain.

Nov 24, 2014

Astrologer Predicts HRD Minister Smriti Irani Will Become President in 5 Years

Astrologer Nathulal Vyas had last year predicted that Irani would become a minister despite losing in the 2014 general elections.

Nov 24, 2014

Speculations over Modi-Sharif meet during SAARC summit gains momentum; Politicos react

New Delhi, Nov 24 (ANI): Politicos reacted on Monday after speculations over bilateral meet between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif during the SAARC summit gained momentum. BJP leader GVL Narsimha Rao said that Pakistan doesn't appear to be quite interested in having any bilateral meets. Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said that SAARC is a multi-lateral meeting and the government doesn't seem to make any preparations for any bilateral meet. CPI leader D Raja said that government will have to resume bilateral talks with Pakistan.

Nov 24, 2014

Want to bring reforms in Insurance Bill soon, TMC putting baseless allegations: Venkaiah Naidu

New Delhi, Nov 24 (ANI): Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu said on Monday that the government is committed to bring reforms in the Insurance Bill soon and is sure to gain support of Congress and other major opposition parties in that regard. He also said that the Modi government is working towards the development of the nation and is taking one step at a time. Further stressing on the issue with Mamata Banerjee in the case of CBI probe, Naidu said that CBI does not work at the behest of the Central government and Banerjee should try to forge the guilty instead of blaming the Central government.

Nov 24, 2014

Politicos react as Jitan Ram says he'll continue to speak his mind

New Delhi, Nov 24 (ANI): Politicos on Monday gave mixed reaction on Bihar CM Jitan Ram Manjhi, who sparks one after another controversy by his statements. Manjhi on Sunday said he would not listen to the "advice and suggestions" of "intelligent (gyani)" people and continue to speak plain truth.

Nov 24, 2014

Reactions pour in after HRD Minister Smriti Irani pays visit to astrologer

New Delhi, Nov 24 (ANI): Reactions poured in on Monday after HRD Minister Smriti Irani paid visit to an astrologer's home in Bhilwara district of Rajasthan. Minority Affairs Minister Najma Heptulla reacting over Irani's visit said that astrology is a science and even she has faith in astrology. BJP leader Ram Madhav said that it is about one's personal faith and the issue should not be hyped. Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar said that HRD Minister should herself decide whether she believes in science or astrology. Congress leader Anand Sharma refused to make a comment on the issue.

Nov 24, 2014

Smriti Irani meets Astrologer who says she will become President of India one day

New Delhi/ Bhilwara, Nov 24 (ANI): Controversy cropped up after Union HRD Minister Smriti Irani met astrologer Nathulal Vyas in Bhilwara district of Rajasthan along with her husband Zubin Irani. Smriti spent around four hours with the astrologer asking about her future. The Rajasthan-based astrologer predicted that Irani would become the President of India after five years. Nathulal is the same astrologer who had, in the past, predicted a bright career and big post for Smriti in her political career. When asked on the purpose of her visit, Irani said that media should not interfere in her personal life. She said that if she leads to monetary gains and increase in TRPs for their channels, they can continue to "sensationalize her personal affairs."

Nov 24, 2014

Political leaders express concern over China building first hydropower dam on Brahmaputra endangerin

New Delhi, Nov 24 (ANI): Political leaders expressed concern after China announced that it has completed a major hydropower dam on the Brahmaputra, called Yarlung Zangbo, in Tibet, even as Minister of state for home affairs, Kiren Rijiju said that the matter is under knowledge of government. The dam is bound to enhance fears in India and Bangladesh about flash floods and related risks like landslides involving lives of millions of people downstream. India has repeatedly expressed concern about the dangers of damming the Brahmaputra. NCP, BJD and CPI all voiced their concerns on the matter and said that it should be taken up with the Chinese government and a solution should be planned out on the same.

Nov 24, 2014

Blood and destruction, east Ukraine residents suffer shelling

Standing in the rubble of their home in the eastern Ukrainian city of Donetsk a man describes how his wife was shredded by shrapnel but 'miraculously' managed to protect their one-year-old granddaughter: Duration: 02:19

Nov 24, 2014

Sri Lankan Navy Arrests 14 Tamil Nadu Fishermen

The fresh arrests were made days after five Indian fishermen were released by Sri Lanka last week.

Nov 24, 2014

Parliament Adjourned on First Day of Winter Session after Condoling Leader Murli Deora's Demise

PM Narendra Modi introduced the newly-elected cabinet minister to both the Houses of Parliament on the opening day of the winter session

Nov 24, 2014

BJP Leader Shot Dead in Bihar, Violent Protests Follow

Senior state BJP leader Srikant Bharti was shot dead in Bihar's Siwan district.

Nov 24, 2014

Have no differences with BJP, will raise issues of Maharashtra: Shiv Sena

New Delhi, Nov 24 (ANI): Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said on Monday that the party has no differences with BJP and it will support BJP leadership at the Centre. Raut added that Shiv Sena will raise issues pertaining to the farmers and common people of Maharashtra before the government.

Nov 24, 2014

Lok Sabha adjourned for the day after political parties offer condolences to Murli Deora and others

New Delhi, Nov 24 (ANI): Lok Sabha was adjourned on Monday after political leaders offer condolences and observed silence to pay tribute to Murli Deora and others who lost their lives after the previous parliament session. Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan said addressed the session and paid tribute to party leaders who lost their lives and also those who died in the recent natural disasters faced by different stated in India. The first day of winter session in both houses were said to get adjourned following the demise of Rajya Sabha member Murli Deora. The Winter Session will continue till December 23.

Nov 24, 2014