Politics

NTPC boiler explosion: Death toll rises to 29 at Unchahar plant in Rae Bareli [VIDEO]

The blast was reportedly triggered in the duct connected to the boiler which is used for transferring ash of burnt coal.

Nov 2, 2017

Mamata Banerjee meets Uddhav Thackeray amid BJP-Shiv Sena dispute

The meeting between the Sena and the TMC chiefs was likely about the political disputes both parties have with the BJP -- the Shiv Sena in Maharashtra and TMC in West Bengal.

Nov 2, 2017

Michael Fallon quits as U.K. Defence Secretary amid harassment claims

The Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has resigned from his position after being accused of harassment. A spokesperson for Fallon has confirmed that he put his hand on journalist Julia Hartley-Brewers knee during a dinner in 2002. Prime Minister Theresa May has appointed Chief Whip Gavin Williamson to replace him. 

Nov 2, 2017

Myanmars Aung San Suu Kyi makes first visit to violence-hit Rakhine state

Myanmars leader Aung San Suu Kyi arrived in the countrys restive Rakhine state on Thursday (Nov. 2) on her first visit to the region following months of violence and mass exodus of Rohingya Muslims. More than 600,000 Rohingyas, termed as ethnic minorities in the country, have fled to neighbouring Bangladesh and India after the Myanmar army launched a massive offensive, blaming armed Rohingya militants of triggering violence in the region.

Nov 2, 2017

Sena publishes anti-BJP booklet; accuses its ministers of corruption

Uddhav Thackeray has also asked the party members to be prepared for mid-term polls in Maharashtra..

Nov 2, 2017

Facebook, Google and Twitter have circulated some of the most outrageous fake news

Since Donald Trumps 2016 presidential election campaign trail, fake news has been thrust into the spotlight. Tech companies such as Facebook, Google and Twitter have come under scrutiny for failing to stop the circulation of fake news. On 31 October, representatives from these three tech companies are testifying on Capitol Hill for the Russian-tie investigation for the 2016 Presidential Election Campaign. 

Nov 2, 2017

Trump vows to end diversity immigration lottery after NYC attack

President Trump continues to push for major immigration reform following the Lower Manhattan terror attack on Oct. 31, 2017. 

Nov 2, 2017

SC wants special courts and speedy trials for MPs and MLAs in criminal cases; EC bats for lifetime ban

Politics may no longer be a resort for scoundrels as the Supreme Court tries to push through reforms like speedy trial of criminal cases against MPs and MLAs.

Nov 1, 2017

Ayodhya issue simmers again: Mughal descendant claims Babri land after Shia board green-lights Ram Mandir

"Let a temple be built in Ayodhya... The masjid can be built elsewhere," Shia board chief Rizwi said after meeting AOL founder Ravishankar.

Nov 1, 2017

Rahul Gandhi does a Vladimir Putin: Shows off his Aikido martial arts skills

While Russian President Vladimir Putin is an 8th dan black belt in Judo, Rahul Gandhi is a black belt in Aikido.

Nov 1, 2017

Vyapam scam case: CBI chargesheet acquits Madhya Pradesh CM Chouhan, Digvijaya Singh under radar

The CBI has accused around 490 people in the scam involving three Vyapam officials -- Nitin Mohindra, Ajay Kumar Sen and CK Mishra.

Nov 1, 2017

Dhumal to be BJP's CM candidate in Himachal

Addressing a public meeting in Sirmaur district, BJP national President Amit Shah said: "Prem Kumar Dhumal would be the chief ministerial face of the BJP."

Oct 31, 2017

Indira Gandhi's death anniversary: Lata Mangeshkar pays tribute to first woman PM of India [PHOTOS]

Melody queen Lata Mangeshkar paid a tribute to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on Tuesday, which happens to be her 33rd death anniversary and she recalled her fond memories with the latter.

Oct 31, 2017

Telangana politics: Has Congress finally found its 'Baahubali' in Revanth Reddy?

If the TRS manages to win Kodangal, there is no looking back. But early reports suggest that Revanth enjoys a massive popularity and it's an uphill task to defeat him.

Oct 31, 2017

Shiv Sena says it is set to contest 2019 Lok Sabha elections with or without BJP

Sena MP, Raut said that the Sena is keen for contesting in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections and Maharashtra state's assembly polls, with our without the BJP.

Oct 31, 2017