Politics

If you can't fulfil duties as LG, step aside: CM Atishi to VK Saxena on toxins in Yamuna

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Wednesday hit out at Lieutenant-Governor (LG) V. K. Saxena in a letter, accusing him of peddling a "false narrative" on the toxins in the Yamuna River, and said that if he was "incapable" of fulfilling duties as the LG, he should step aside and make way for those who are willing to act in the interest of residents of the national Capital.

Jan 29, 2025

Maha Kumbh stampede: Extremely sad, my deepest condolences to devotees who lost loved ones, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed grief over the stampede incident in Prayagraj Maha Kumbh and offered condolences to the devotees who have lost their loved ones.

Jan 29, 2025

VIP culture should be curbed to pay attention to masses: LoP Rahul on Maha Kumbh tragedy

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, expressed his deep condolences following the tragic stampede that occurred during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on Wednesday, which left many people injured, several of them critically. He also called for urgent reforms to curb the VIP culture and improve arrangements for common devotees.

Jan 29, 2025

MUDA scam: I am confident of getting justice, case against me is 'politically motivated', says K'taka CM

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Tuesday that he is confident of getting justice by the judiciary in connection with the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam.

Jan 28, 2025

Siddaramaiah govt directs police to file charge sheet within 60 days in cases of atrocities

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday directed the police to file charge sheet within 60 days in cases of atrocities.

Jan 28, 2025

UN officials express alarm over escalating violence, humanitarian crisis in DRC

Senior UN officials expressed alarm over the escalation of violence and the humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), amid intensified hostilities in Goma, the eastern regional capital city.

Jan 28, 2025

K'taka Minister denies role in MUDA scam, says CM's wife not involved

Karnataka Minister for Urban Development Byrathi Suresh on Tuesday denied his involvement in the MUDA scam and said he and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's wife, B.M. Parvathi, had "zero role" in the case.

Jan 28, 2025

Raghav Chadha urges Centre to cap skyrocketing airfares for Maha Kumbh pilgrims

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP, Raghav Chadha on Tuesday criticised airlines for hiking fares during the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, urging the Centre to take immediate action to make air travel affordable for pilgrims.

Jan 28, 2025

Rahul Gandhi to address two rallies in Delhi tomorrow

Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has recovered from his sickness and is all set to boost the Congress campaign in Delhi by addressing two election rallies on Tuesday, said a party leader.

Jan 27, 2025

RSS, BJP are traitors who killed Mahatma Gandhi: Mallikarjun Kharge in Mhow

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday accused the RSS and BJP of betraying the nation, claiming they were responsible for Mahatma Gandhi's assassination.

Jan 27, 2025

Assam govt taking multiple initiatives to uplift education sector: CM Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday asserted that the state government has been taking several initiatives to uplift the education sector while working in synchronisation with all stakeholders.

Jan 27, 2025

SC dismisses J'khand govt's plea against quashing of FIR against Nishikant Dubey, 28 others

The Supreme Court on Monday upheld the High Court's decision to quash an FIR lodged against 28 BJP leaders, including BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, former Jharkhand Chief Ministers Babulal Marandi and Raghubar Das, former Union Minister Arjun Munda, and BJP MP Sanjay Seth, in the Jharkhand Secretariat siege case.

Jan 27, 2025

Indian firm Optiemus joins US major TP-Link to boost 'Make in India' initiative

Homegrown electronics company Optiemus Electronics (OEL) on Monday announced to team up with TP-Link, a leading global electronics brand, to manufacture networking devices and smart home products in India.

Jan 27, 2025

Kejriwal ki Guarantee: AAP makes 15 new promises to Delhi voters

Claiming to be the pioneer in using the 'guarantee' concept in politics, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal on Monday released 15 poll promises under 'Kejriwal ki Guarantee' that include assured jobs for the youth, Rs 2,100 monthly assistance for women, new ration cards and waiver of inflated water and power bills.

Jan 27, 2025

Congress leader Jagtap slams Mumbai Police for mishandling high-profile cases

Maharashtra MLA and senior Congress leader Bhai Jagtap has criticised Mumbai Police for its alleged mishandling of several high-profile cases.

Jan 27, 2025