Politics

Congress leader Kapil Sibal retorts to PM Modi's jibe, calls BJP 'lynch-pujari'

In an apparent retort to Modi's jibe where the PM called the Congress 'bail' gaadi, Kapil Sibal tweeted that people have termed the BJP as lynch-pujari, referring to Jayant Sinha honouring eight convicts of the Ramgarh lynching case.

Jul 8, 2018

Amidst Brexit woes, UK launches new visa scheme to attract scientists, academics

The new visa scheme, attached to the Tier 5 visa, will allow the government to directly sponsor high-skilled individuals to train and work in the United Kingdom.

Jul 8, 2018

India preparing comprehensive aviation plan for 2035: Suresh Prabhu

Union Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu said that the country's aviation sector would log the highest continuous growth in the next few years, with technology and land being the key factors.

Jul 8, 2018

BJP wants governor's rule to continue in Kashmir: Ram Madhav

BJP General Secretary Ram Madhav ruled out a BJP government in Jammu and Kashmir with PDP rebels and independents after speculation that it would try and reassert its power in the state.

Jul 7, 2018

People are now calling Congress as 'bail gaadi', says PM Modi

While addressing a gathering, PM Modi said that prominent Congress leaders are on bail. "People are now calling Congress as 'bail-gaadi', because all the prominent leaders in Congress are out on bail".

Jul 7, 2018

One nation, one election is impractical, unconstitutional: Trinamool Congress

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee says PM Narendra Modi's plan of a single election for both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha is unconstitutional, says Centre is not above states.

Jul 7, 2018

This is how Indian celebs reacted to PM Modi's decision to scrap Rs500, Rs1000 notes

PM Modi sets the tone for upcoming Rajasthan elections, calls Congress 'bail gaadi'

On his short visit to Jaipur, prime minister Narendra Modi took a swing at prominent Congress leaders who are out on bail. He also addressed beneficiaries of various welfare schemes of the Centre as well as the BJP-led state government.

Jul 7, 2018

Congress chief Rahul Gandhi has to 'marry a Brahmin girl' to become PM?

Telugu Desam Party MP JC Diwakar Reddy from Andhra Pradesh has suggested that Rahul Gandhi should marry a Brahmin girl before the upcoming general elections and he has an explanation for it as well.

Jul 7, 2018

Atul Khare speaks during a news conference in Jakarta

Atul Khare, highest-ranking Indian at UN, gets more responsibilities

Atul Khare will take over the newly-created Department of Operational Services that was created as part of a process to streamline operations at the United Nations under Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

Jul 7, 2018

Angela Merkel condemns Turkish leaders for Nazi comparisons

Iran hails nuclear talks in Europe as 'constructive'

The country received an economic package from European countries as it looks to stabilise its economy following the US withdrawal from the JCPOA.

Jul 7, 2018

U.K. Activists Inflate Giant Baby Donald Trump Balloon In Preparation For U.S. Presidential Visit

Trump expects quick trade deal with Britain: US ambassador

United States president Donald Trump is set to visit the UK for the first time since assuming the presidency. According to the US Ambassador, the country is looking for a trade deal amidst the global trade war.

Jul 7, 2018

Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May commences a meeting with her cabinet

British PM wins government backing for Brexit plan

After a marathon meeting, the cabinet has approved of prime minister Theresa May's plans for Brexit that includes a UK/EU free trade area and a business-friendly customs model.

Jul 7, 2018

Protestors at anti-Trump protest in Los Angeles

Trump administration seeks extension over deadline to reunite separated migrant family

Authorities say DNA testing taking time, background checks on parents need to be done to ensure that they pose no risks to their children.

Jul 7, 2018

Abdulla Yameen, President of the Maldives, greets Nawaz Sharif,

Amid stand-off with India, Maldives signs deal with Pakistan

In a fresh security challenge to India, the Maldives has signed an agreement with Pakistan in the energy sector. The country has been denying visas for Indians who are working on delayed construction projects that are being financed by India in the country.

Jul 7, 2018

BJP MP Gopal Shetty resigns after calling Christians 'angrez'

Soon after Gopal Shetty's bizarre comment on Christians went viral and was panned from all quarters, the 64-year-old MP from Mumbai North constituency stepped down from his post.

Jul 6, 2018