Politics

Your money is our money, says Haryana government leaving athletes shocked

The Haryana government has issued a circular asking all sportspersons to hand over one-third of their earnings for 'development of sports'.

Jun 8, 2018

Did lobbying for Lingayats' minority religion tag cost the Karnataka Cabinet post for MB Patil?

Though senior leader MB Patil was one of the best performers for Congress during the 2018 Karnataka Assembly elections, he was denied a Cabinet post. Many people are blaming him for Congress losing deposits in Lingayat-dominated North Karnataka regions.

Jun 8, 2018

From sportspersons to stone pelters, Indian govt attempts to bond with Kashmiri youth

The youth in Kashmir have been central to the current wave of violence, especially with the stone pelting incidents on a rise. But is winning the youth over really an alternative to the dialogue with the Hurriyat leaders?

Jun 8, 2018

Accused of demanding bribe, UP CM Yogi Adityanath's aide lands in trouble

The Principal Secretary has been accused of demanding a bribe of Rs. 25 lakh. Adityanath has asked Chief Secretary Rajeev Kumar to find out the factual position in the case.

Jun 8, 2018

After Ramzan ceasefire, politicos demand for dialogue with separatists, Pakistan

Omar Abdullah, the former Chief Minster and opposition leader said that, Ramadan ceasefire should be followed by talks with Hurriyat and other stakeholders in the State.

Jun 8, 2018

'Is it wrong to speak in favour of Hindus?' Karnataka BJP MLA defends his anti-Muslim statement

In a video that has gone viral, Basangouda S Patil Yatnal made anti-Muslim comments. He also said that "those who wear burqas and skullcaps" should not come into his office.

Jun 8, 2018

India clears the air: No Indo-Pak meeting at SCO summit in China

Indian Ambassador to China confirms that the two countries will not engage formally, no request from Pakistan. Ambassador Bambawale underscored that terror will certainly form a substantial part of discussions at the summit.

Jun 8, 2018

Andhra CM accuses Centre of conspiring to take over Tirumala temple

Chandrababu Naidu has accused the Modi government of conspiring to take over the functioning of Tirumala, says he will not let them succeed. The chief minister went on to disapprove the Centre's move to backtrack on their word regarding AP's SCS request.

Jun 8, 2018

After Congress, Netaji's grand-nephew takes a jibe at Pranab Mukherjee

CK Bose is a BJP leader and holds a significant portfolio in Bengal BJP. His statement came soon after the former President attended an RSS conference at Nagpur on Thursday June 7.

Jun 8, 2018

Morphed picture of Pranab Mukherjee's RSS-style salute goes viral, daughter calls it 'dirty BJP trick'

In the morphed picture, Pranab Mukherjee is seen wearing a black cap and his hand is raised to his chest, which is a salute given by RSS cadres.

Jun 8, 2018

Sushma Swaraj's South Africa tour continues with visit to Phoenix settlement

The settlement, established in 1904 is devoted to Mahatma Gandhi's principles of Satyagraha or passive resistance, has played an important spiritual and political role throughout its long history, promoting justice, peace and equality.

Jun 8, 2018

National Sports University students protest, attempt to storm Manipur CM's office

Police have tightened security in Imphal as more agitations are expected with the NSU expected to continue its plans to shift important departments elsewhere.

Jun 8, 2018

Rahul Gandhi's Mandsaur speech was like the one from 3 Idiots movie, says MP minister

Vishwas Sarang took potshots at Rahul Gandhi over his "Made in Mandsaur" comment as he said: "First materialise 'Made in Amethi' and observe Multai incident anniversary before claiming such things in MP."

Jun 7, 2018

Qatar's plan to boost defence quashed as NATO rejects application

The Arab country was hoping to join a military alliance to offset the deadlock with its neighbours, but NATO says the membership is reserved for American and European nations only.

Jun 7, 2018

Who is Sunita Parmar? First Hindu woman to contest Assembly elections in Pakistan

Sunita Parmar has battled with incessant pressure from the male-dominated feudal landlords to not contest elections scheduled for July 25. The 30-year-old has, however, refused to bow down to the political pressure.

Jun 7, 2018