Politics

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar says liquor ban to stay; amendments to be introduced soon

Chief Minister says the state will amend the current law around the liquor ban to 'end abuse of the law'. Amendment to be tabled in the monsoon session after greenlight from Supreme Court.

Jun 27, 2018

Modi govt one-trick horse, surgical strike farcical: Arun Shourie

In a scathing attack against the Modi government, Arun Shourie addressed the much-discussed surgical strike against Pakistan and called it a farcical strike. The former Union minister was speaking at the book launch of Congress leader Saifuddin Soz.

Jun 26, 2018

Applying for a passport? MEA launches new app that makes application process a breeze

Minister for External Affairs Sushma Swaraj launched the Passport Seva app that makes applying for a passport easier and faster. She also highlighted the increased number of passport centres in the country, especially Northeast India.

Jun 26, 2018

Why is BJP mocking popular Haryanvi dancer Sapna Choudhary?

BJP lawmaker Ashwini Kumar Chopra had called Sapna Choudhary a thumkewali' (dancer). However, the Haryanvi dancer said that she does not seek an apology from him.

Jun 26, 2018

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte in trouble for calling God 'stupid'

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte criticises Catholic Church's belief of original sin by calling God 'stupid'. His office defended his remarks even as the Church and citizens raised objections.

Jun 26, 2018

APCC Chief Takam Sanjoy accuses BJP of power scam in Arunachal Pradesh

The state Congress president has accused BJP of being involved in several scams unabated, and misusing their power, citing a hydroelectric project that is undergoing insolvency as an example.

Jun 26, 2018

HD Kumaraswamy govt nearing its end? Karnataka abuzz with speculations ahead of budget

There have been several instances that hint at cracks in the alliance between Congress and JD(S) in Karnataka. Now, the discussions regarding the budget have made it all the more evident as it shows a clear difference of opinion between the two parties.

Jun 26, 2018

Brain dead at 15 years of age, boy gives new lease of life to four people

Following a motorcycle accident, Pratik Wahulkar's heart, liver, kidneys, and cornea were donated to several patients recipients in Mumbai and Nagpur.

Jun 26, 2018

North Korea's first US-friendly step post Singapore summit, cancels anti-US rally

North Korea shows the sign of its will to improve relations with the United States, thereby canceling its annual "anti-US imperialism" rally, which it has been holding for several years.

Jun 26, 2018

Gender equality? Report recommends incarcerated women get bail, voting rights

Ministry of Women and Child Development files report with Centre with 134 recommendations on improving women's lives in prisons, asks for bail for undertrial women, voting rights and separate accommodation for pregnant women.

Jun 26, 2018

Support for Trump correlates to high opioid use: Study

A new study shows the similarities between the places hit by the opioid epidemic and a map of Trump strongholds in the 2016 election.

Jun 25, 2018

Amid impasse on Assumption Island project, India and Seychelles agree to work on naval base

Both India and Seychelles have agreed upon working together on developing a naval base at the Assumption Island. This was followed by India announcing $100 million to Seychelles for improving its defence capabilities.

Jun 25, 2018

CM Yogi Adityanath seeks reservations for Dalit students at AMU and Jamia Millia Islamia

Uttar Pradesh Chief Yogi Adityanath's comments come in the wake of several accusations against the BJP government for not doing enough for the Dalit community. Even Dalit leaders from the BJP government have raised similar allegations.

Jun 25, 2018

Sushma Swaraj calls out heinous trolls; Congress jumps to support

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, who is known to hit back at her trolls on social media, decided to up the ante this time by liking the trolls' comments.

Jun 25, 2018

Erdogan extends his 15-year grip on Turkey; wins presidential elections for second time

Under Turkey's new constitution, due to come into force after the election, the president will hold considerable power.

Jun 25, 2018