Politics

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.

Jul 7, 2021

PM Modi's new cabinet is younger, qualified, experienced and diverse: Who's in and who's out [list]

The new Council of Ministers will also be an eclectic mix of distinguished qualifications, including 13 lawyers, six doctors, five engineers, seven former civil servants, and 46 ministers with experience in Central government.

Jul 7, 2021

Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan among heavyweight ministers to resign ahead of reshuffle [see list]

The resignation by Dr Harsh Vardhan follows criticism for the ensuing situation as the Health Ministry is seen as the nodal ministry for management of the Covid situation and vaccine administration.

Jul 7, 2021

Modi 2.0 cabinet reshuffle: 21 new faces likely; Bihar tipped for lion's share [details]

The prominent names include Jyotiraditya Scindia, Sushil Modi, Sarbananda Sonowal, Narayan Rane and West Bengal BJP chief Dilip Ghosh who will be part of the massive reshuffle of the Union Cabinet.

Jul 7, 2021

Modi govt creates new Ministry of Co-operation; realises vision of "Sahkar se Samriddhi" [details]

The creation of the new ministry comes a day before the first reshuffle of the second term of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government, which is expected to be the youngest ever in India's history

Jul 6, 2021

Pushkar Singh Dhami sworn in as Uttarakhand's 11th Chief Minister; see his cabinet [details]

The swearing-in of Dhami and his ministers has also put to rest all speculations of rebellion by senior leaders Satpal Maharaj, Harak Singh Rawat and others over the election of Dhami.

Jul 4, 2021

India-US strategic partnership has global significance: PM Modi on Fourth of July [details]

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took Twitter to send his message to the US President to express his gratitude towards the American people.

Jul 4, 2021

NYT "Ad for South Asia Correspondent" stirs a hornet's nest; Here's why

The job listing also mentioned India as a nation with rich history that was on the cusp of a major inflection point. It went onto describe Modi as the one advocating self-sufficient, muscular nationalism centred on the country's Hindu majority

Jul 3, 2021

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Politics

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

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

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

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

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

Haiti President Jovenel Moise killed in attack; World leaders condemn

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

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

PM Modi's new cabinet is younger, qualified, experienced and diverse: Who's in and who's out [list]

Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan among heavyweight ministers to resign ahead of reshuffle [see list]

Modi 2.0 cabinet reshuffle: 21 new faces likely; Bihar tipped for lion's share [details]

Modi govt creates new Ministry of Co-operation; realises vision of "Sahkar se Samriddhi" [details]

Pushkar Singh Dhami sworn in as Uttarakhand's 11th Chief Minister; see his cabinet [details]

India-US strategic partnership has global significance: PM Modi on Fourth of July [details]

NYT "Ad for South Asia Correspondent" stirs a hornet's nest; Here's why

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

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]