Politics

Donald Trump impeached by US House for abuse of power, obstruction of Congress

The Democratic-led House's passage of two articles of impeachment on a mostly party-line vote sets the stage for a trial next month in the Republican-controlled Senate - friendlier terrain for Trump - on whether to convict and remove him from office.

Dec 19, 2019

'Keep Sana out of it,' Sourav Ganguly tweets after daughter indirectly calls BJP government 'fascist'

An Instagram post from Sourav Ganguly's daughter Sana Ganguly resulted in a tempest on social media with the former captain having to intervene.

Dec 19, 2019

Bengaluru Police imposes Section 144 in Karnataka for 3 days after CAA protests

The prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code will be in place from Thursday ( December 19) till December 21.

Dec 18, 2019

Madras varsity students to protest throughout night, Kamal visits

He also said actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan had met them briefly.

Dec 18, 2019

BJP's renaming spree: Karnataka's Indira Canteen to be rebranded after Adi Kavi Valmiki

The state revenue minister R Ashoka said that the government-run food subsidisation programme will be renamed as Maharshi Valmiki Anna Kutira (Valmiki Food Centre).

Dec 18, 2019

The members of the United Nations Security Council hold a meeting to vote for a resolutions on controlling the turmoil in Venezuela on February 28, 2019 at the United Nations in New York.

UNSC members thwarts China's attempt to discuss Kashmir

It is to be noted that the development has come just ahead of Wang Yi's expected trip to India this month for special representative (SR) talks over the boundary issues.

Dec 18, 2019

On eve of expected impeachment, Trump lashes out at Pelosi, Democrats

Trump's remarks came in a signed letter addressed to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, released as House lawmakers set the rules for debate ahead of Wednesday's planned vote on two articles of impeachment.

Dec 18, 2019

IPS officer injured in bomb attack at West Bengal CAA protest

Deputy Commissioner (headquarters), Howrah police commissionerate, Ajit Singh Yadav was among the injured, officials said.

Dec 17, 2019

'Night of horrors': Inside the Indian university stormed by police

Video footage shot by a student inside the library shows dozens of young students - including several women - scrambling for cover, cowering beneath desks, and jumping over metal and broken glass dividers as they attempted to flee.

Dec 17, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions: What is Citizenship (Amendment) Act?

There has been a misinformation campaign. The CAA does not affect any Indian citizen, including Muslim citizens.

Dec 17, 2019

Jamia crackdown is attack on India's soul: Priyanka Gandhi tears into BJP govt

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said Congress workers will be fighting against the government.

Dec 16, 2019

Why did Akshay Kumar like tweet on Jamia violence and then unliked it?

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar landed himself in a soup by liking a video that mocked the attack on Jamia Millia Islamia University students.

Dec 16, 2019

PM Narendra Modi appeals for calm amid Citizenship violence, says 'debate, discussion, dissent part of democracy'

PM Narendra Modi emphasised on the fact that the need of the hour is to work together for the development of India and the empowerment of every Indian, especially the poor, downtrodden and marginalised.

Dec 16, 2019

EC seeks report on complaint against Rahul Gandhi's 'Rape in India' remark

The Commission's move comes after controversy erupted over Rahul Gandhi's 'Rape in India' remark.

Dec 16, 2019

Mamata Banerjee accuses political parties of inciting violence over CAB

"Some political parties with religious fundamentalism and communal intentions are deliberately trying to stoke chaos and violence," said CM Mamata Banerjee.

Dec 15, 2019