Politics

An old image of Jawhar Sircar (right) with then British Prime Minister David Cameron

Jawhar Sircar nominated as Rajya Sabha MP; Didi's new trump card

Mamta Banerjee's Trinamool Congress party announces its newest nomination to Rajya Sabha from Bengal. Jawhar Sircar, former CEO of Prasar Bharati CEO and a strong Modi-government opponent to represent TMC in Upper House

Jul 24, 2021

Who will be next K'taka CM; seven frontrunners in fray to replace Yediyurappa [details]

Amid strong rumours about leadership change in Karnataka, the BJP top brass is reportedly looking to replace BS Yediyurappa and here are the frontrunners for the top post.

Jul 23, 2021

Nepal's new PM Deuba wins confidence vote in Parliament

Deuba was supported by his own Nepali Congress and the Nepal Communist Party, besides the Janata Samajbadi Party

Jul 19, 2021

Leadership issue in K'taka: Fear of losing Lingayat vote bank makes BJP cautious

Unlike many other BJP leaders, Yediyurappa enjoys the support of the minorities and other community leaders and it is not easy to disturb him. His detractors within the party maintain that Yediyurappa does not pursue aggressive Hindutva.

Jul 18, 2021

"A Flight to Remember": What made DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran's flight to Chennai memorable

DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran noted that two hours ago, BJP's Rudy was also present in the meeting of the Estimates Committee and he could not believe his "transformation."

Jul 15, 2021

K'taka legislative polls: BJP eyes majority; Cong, JDS in fray [details]

The crucial local bodies elections to 25 seats is a crucial one for BJP to get the much-needed majority in the Karnataka legislative council. The state's big-three are already preparing for the big race.

Jul 14, 2021

From Nairobi to New Delhi: Controversial NYT job ads smack of "White Gaze"

While the job posting in Africa demanded someone who could bring 'unexpected stories of hope' from across the 'pirate seas and deserts,' the position in India described Modi as the one "advocating self-sufficient, muscular nationalism centred on the country's Hindu majority."

Jul 14, 2021

Poll strategist Prashant Kishor meets Rahul, Priyanaka as Punjab infighting fails to subside

The meeting of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Prashant Kishor in New Delhi on Tuesday has many speculate that end of infighting in Punjab tops party agenda now

Jul 13, 2021

Ravi Kishan to introduce private members' bills on population control; gets trolled [reactions]

BJP Lok Sabha MP from UP Ravi Kishan will introduce the private members' bills on population control while netizens troll actor-turned-politician, who is a father of four.

Jul 13, 2021

Pentagon monitoring Taliban's sweeping advances in Afghanistan 'with deep concern'

Return of the Taliban: People recall the dark days where women were pariahs, education a travesty

Ever since the US announced its withdrawal, the Taliban has been creeping closer to capture Kabul. Last week, a Taliban delegation in Moscow even said it controlled 85 per cent of Afghanistan

Jul 12, 2021

BJP MLA Ramesh Jarkiholi makes U-turn on resignation threat; here's why [details]

Ramesh Jarkiholi's earlier statement that he would resign from the MLA seat had created a stir in state politics.

Jul 11, 2021

India reacts to #Indiaout campaign on social media; Maldives takes note, some action too [details]

Ever since Solih administration came to power in 2018, the enhanced military cooperation among two nations is being criticized by opposition parties in the Maldives, who are also spearheading #Indiaout campaign.

Jul 8, 2021

Haiti President Jovenel Moise killed in attack; World leaders condemn

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday condemned the assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moise, calling it a "heinous act."

Jul 8, 2021

Mansukh Mandaviya new Health Minister after Harsh Vardhan's exit

Who is Mansukh Mandaviya; new Health Minister of India fills Harsh Vardhan's position [details]

The Health Ministry was held by Harsh Vardhan, who is one of top ministers to be dropped in the reshuffle. The Chemicals and Fertilisers Ministry was held by D.V. Sadananda Gowda who is also out.

Jul 7, 2021

Who's who in PM Modi's new cabinet; profiling new Union ministers, their portfolios [see list]

Who's who in PM Modi's new cabinet; new Union ministers' profile and portfolios [see list]

Here's a look at all the new ministers who have been inducted into PM Modi's new Union Cabinet and the portfolios they hold.