Politics

India and Vietnam adopt 'new plan of action' to solidify strategic partnership

India and Vietnam focus on strategy, $300 million credit line opened for maritime security

India and Vietnam have announced a 'new plan of action' to strengthen their strategic ties. The plan includes cooperation in defense and security, with a US$300 million credit line for Vietnam's maritime security.

Aug 1, 2024

Padyatra to Mysuru will be held as planned by BJP-JD(S), assures Union Minister Joshi

Padyatra to Mysuru will be held as planned, assures Union Minister Joshi

Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi stated on Thursday that the joint BJP-JD(S) Bengaluru-Mysuru padyatra (foot march) against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will go on as planned from August 3.

Aug 1, 2024

Govt to introduce bill to amend Disaster Management Act in LS today

Parliament Session: Discussion focusing on Budget, Disaster Management (Amendment) Act next

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to introduce a bill to amend the Disaster Management Act, 2005, in the Lok Sabha. The Lok Sabha will discuss and vote on the Demands for Grants for the Ministry of Railways, Education, and Health and Family Welfare for 2024-25.

Aug 1, 2024

India is young country with old politicians, must aspire for younger ones: Raghav Chadha

Rajya Sabha MP, Raghav Chadha, while addressing the Upper House on Thursday advocated for a reduction in the minimum age to contest elections, stressing the need for younger representation in Indian politics.

Aug 1, 2024

Case registered against social media handle for criticising CM over seeking funds for Wayanad

Case registered against social media handle for criticizing Kerala CM over seeking funds for Wayanad

Cyber Wing of the Kerala Police on Thursday registered a case against a social media handle for criticising Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan over seeking funds for the Chief Minister Dearness Relief Fund (CMDRF) for Wayanad natural disaster.

Aug 1, 2024

Quota within Quota permissible, says ruling by SC Constitution Bench

A 7-judge Constitution Bench headed by CJI D.Y. Chandrachud overturned its 2004 Constitution Bench judgement, which ruled against giving preferential treatment to certain sub-castes within scheduled castes (SCs)

Aug 1, 2024

Budget Reflects India's Move Towards Global Dominance in Sunrise Sectors: PM

The Union Budget 2024-25 reflects optimism, with increased capital expenditure and a focus on green energy.

Jul 30, 2024

TN govt steps up vigil in Delta districts after Mettur dam opens

Aadi festival: As Mettur Dam opens, TN govt ups vigil on Delta districts

The Tamil Nadu government has stepped up vigil at the bathing ghats in delta districts of the state for the upcoming 'Aadi Perukku' as the water release from the Mettur dam has increased.

Jul 30, 2024

Alarming rise in landslides, urgent need for mapping prone areas: Rahul on Wayanad tragedy

Alarming rise in landslides, time to focus on mapping prone areas: Rahul Gandhi on Wayanad tragedy

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, called for a swift rescue operation and also demanded enhanced compensation for the victims while participating in the discussion on the tragic landslides in Wayanad on Tuesday.

Jul 30, 2024

Jharkhand train accident: CM Mamata Banerjee attacks Centre over 'mismanagement'

Jharkhand train accident: CM Mamata Banerjee attacks Centre after series of mishaps, says 'mismanagement'

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a scathing attack against the Centre following the derailment of the Howrah-Mumbai CSMT Mail accident in Jharkhand on Tuesday in which two persons were killed and over 50 injured.

Jul 30, 2024

At the Rajya Sabha meeting the Chair referred to Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Jaya Bachchan as

'Women recognized by husband's name?': Angry Jaya Bachchan slams Rajya Sabha Chair when called 'Jaya Amitabh Bachchan'

"Sir, only Jaya Bachchan would have sufficed," she asserted in her objection. In response, the Deputy Chairman, smiling, reminded her that her full name in the records was "Jaya Amitabh Bachchan".

Jul 30, 2024

Kurukshetra's 'Chakravyuha' has come back to India: LoP Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi tears apart Budget, accuses BJP of creating "Chakravyuha"

Rahul Gandhi asserted that the Union Budget for FY24-25 has bolstered this framework rather than offering relief to the middle class, which backed the BJP government throughout the last ten years.

Jul 29, 2024

SC adjourns hearing on bail pleas of Manish Sisodia

The Supreme Court on Monday fixed August 5 for hearing the bail pleas filed by senior AAP leader Manish Sisodia in the alleged liquor policy case.

Jul 29, 2024

LS face-off: Agnipath scheme sparks heated debate between Rahul Gandhi and Rajnath Singh

A heated debate unfolded in the Lok Sabha on Monday when Defence Minister Rajnath Singh charged Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi with disseminating misinformation and misleading the public on the Apnipath scheme for recruitment of Agniveers into the armed forces.

Jul 29, 2024

K'taka CM: How many plots did ex-PM Gowda's family get from MUDA?

How many plots did ex-PM Gowda's family get from MUDA, asks K'taka CM

Reacting to the charges in connection with the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday questioned how many plots had former PM HD Deve Gowda's family got from MUDA?

Jul 29, 2024

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Politics

India and Vietnam focus on strategy, $300 million credit line opened for maritime security

Padyatra to Mysuru will be held as planned, assures Union Minister Joshi

Parliament Session: Discussion focusing on Budget, Disaster Management (Amendment) Act next

India is young country with old politicians, must aspire for younger ones: Raghav Chadha

Case registered against social media handle for criticizing Kerala CM over seeking funds for Wayanad

Quota within Quota permissible, says ruling by SC Constitution Bench

Budget Reflects India's Move Towards Global Dominance in Sunrise Sectors: PM

Aadi festival: As Mettur Dam opens, TN govt ups vigil on Delta districts

Alarming rise in landslides, time to focus on mapping prone areas: Rahul Gandhi on Wayanad tragedy

Jharkhand train accident: CM Mamata Banerjee attacks Centre after series of mishaps, says 'mismanagement'

'Women recognized by husband's name?': Angry Jaya Bachchan slams Rajya Sabha Chair when called 'Jaya Amitabh Bachchan'

Rahul Gandhi tears apart Budget, accuses BJP of creating "Chakravyuha"

SC adjourns hearing on bail pleas of Manish Sisodia

LS face-off: Agnipath scheme sparks heated debate between Rahul Gandhi and Rajnath Singh

How many plots did ex-PM Gowda's family get from MUDA, asks K'taka CM

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

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