Politics

1971 War: US continues to pay heavy price for its virtual condoning of B'desh genocide

The US realpolitik had taken a 180-degree turn in 1971 but continues to pay a heavy price for the decision that drove it to virtually condoning the genocide in Bangladesh by Pakistani troops.

Dec 15, 2021

From Kashi to Ayodhya: 11 BJP Chief Ministers to offer prayers at Ram Janambhoomi Temple

Chief ministers of the BJP ruled states are said to arrive at Ayodhya's Ram Janambhoomi Temple. The ministers will stay put at Panchsheel Hotel with strict security measures.

Dec 15, 2021

SC sets aside K'taka HC order dismissing poll petition against Devegowda's grandson

The Supreme Court on Monday set aside a Karnataka High Court order, which dismissed an election petition by BJP leader A. Manju at the onset on "hyper-technical ground" against winning candidate Prajwal Revanna of the Janata Dal-Secular, from Hassan Lok Sabha constituency.

Dec 14, 2021

"They tried to destroy Kashi": PM Modi revisits Aurangzeb era at Kashi Vishwanath corridor inauguration

In his speech, Modi made historical references to Aurangzeb's atrocities, showered flower petals on the workers and engineers behind the project and thanked the BJP government

Dec 13, 2021

Pawan Kalyan alleges YSRCP wants to cut off his financial sources by stopping his movies

Pawan Kalyan staged a sit-in at Mangalagiri, to protest against the privatisation of Vizag Steel Plant, he called out the Andhra Pradesh government, who went back on the promise made to the people.

Dec 13, 2021

Not afraid of attack from Hindutvawadis, says Rahul Gandhi; attacks Centre's policies [details]

Rahul Gandhi fiercely attacked the Central government's policies and said that he is a Hindu but not Hindutvawadi.

Dec 12, 2021

People need not worry: K'taka CM Bommai on anti-conversion Bill

There would be no hindrance for worship and religious practices of people belonging to any religion, the Chief Minister assured.

Dec 12, 2021

PDP youth convention disallowed; Mehbooba under house arrest [details]

Due to the recent surge in Covid infection, large gatherings have been discouraged. Mufti stays under house arrest.

Dec 12, 2021

'Likely to cause unrest among populace'; Punjab moves SC against increase in BSF's jurisdiction

The Punjab Government has challenged Centre's decision of increasing the BSF's territorial jurisdiction. The government says that the border is densely populated.

Dec 12, 2021

Germany's incoming chancellor Olaf Scholz calls himself "'feminist"; Unveils first gender-balanced cabinet

While unveiling the new cabinet, Scholz said that Germany's security was now in the hands of women. The country got its first ever female interior minister and female foreign minister

Dec 7, 2021

FIR lodged against SP MLA, workers after scuffle with police in UP

Uttar Pradesh Police have lodged FIR against more than 150 people including the Samajwadi Party MLA from Sakaldiha, Prabhu Narayan Yadav, a day after the party workers and leaders clashed with the police.

Dec 7, 2021

Modi, Putin meeting in Delhi; regional, global developments, Afghanistan situation discussed [details]

The two leaders expressed satisfaction at the sustained progress in the 'Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership' between both countries despite the challenges posed by the Covid pandemic.

Dec 7, 2021

AP former CM Rosaiah passes away; Condolences pour in

Former CM of undivided Andhra Pradesh Konijeti Rosaiah passed away on Saturday morning

Dec 4, 2021

Biden signs short-term funding bill to avoid govt shutdown

The US President Joe Biden has signed a short-term funding bill that will keep the federal government running through February 18, 2022, avoiding a looming partial shutdown.

Dec 4, 2021

"Finish him": Viral video shows Congress leader planning BJP min's murder; probe ordered

A shocking video showing Congress leader Gopalakrishna allegedly planning the murder of Karnataka BJP MLA SR Vishwanath has gone viral.

Dec 1, 2021