Updated Politics News - Political Headlines, Breaking news

News

India to Build Community Colleges, Signs Education Pacts with US

India is gearing to upgrade its education system with four new pacts with the US, including institute tie-ups and adapting 200 US-style community colleges in the country.

Jun 26, 2013

Why Did Narendra Modi Rescue Only Gujaratis from Uttarakhand Floods? Shiv Sena Takes Dig at BJP Leader

At a time when the whole nation is reeling in shock following the devastation caused by the killer floods in Uttarakhand in the last few days, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi reportedly rescued only Gujaratis from the affected areas, inviting criticism from various quarters.

Jun 25, 2013

Indians Face ₹2.7 Lakh Cash Bond to Enter UK, if Brits Pay ₹5.4 Lakh for India Visa?

An act of discrimination perpetrated in concealed and subtle method is often referred to as "racism", while the same act performed openly using the euphemism of being "more selective" is called "immigration system". While there isn't even a remotely substantiated theory to justify that Indians may pose risk to the UK if they travelled to what they would want to perhaps call a "white" country, there is nothing that stops Brits from believing that it is a just measure.

Jun 24, 2013

snowden-leak-case-brazil-and-amnesty-international-fumes-over-partner-journalist-detention-in-uk-under-terrorism-act

Will Edward Snowden Find Asylum? US Warns Against Helping NSA Whistleblower

Former National Security Agency (NSA) whistleblower Edward Snowden is on the verge of finding asylum, even as the US has been trying to extradite him for espionage.

Jun 24, 2013

a-bus-passes-by-a-poster-of-edward-snowden-a-former-contractor-at-the-national-security-agency-nsa-displayed-by-his-supporters-at-hong-kong039s-financial-central-district

Edward Snowden: How Safe Would NSA Whistleblower Be In Ecuador?

In a series of fast-moving events that caught the attention of many people across the world, whistleblower Edward Snowden, who was holed up briefly in Moscow airport after departing from Hong Kong last week, will ultimately head towards Ecuador on Monday.

Jun 24, 2013

Indians to Pay ₹2.7 Lakh Deposit for UK Visa from November

Planning a Christmas holiday in London? Think again! Because starting November, Indians will be forced to pay a £3,000 cash deposit to the UK government before entering the borders of Britain.

Jun 24, 2013

Nelson Mandela's Health Turns Critical, Says South African Presidency

Former South African President Nelson Mandela, who has been admitted in a Pretoria hospital for the last two weeks, is in a serious condition.

Jun 24, 2013

'Get Rid of Congress' Says Modi at Pathankot Rally

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi brought to fore several regional issues during his first rally after being elevated as the chief to BJP's election campaign in Madhopur, Punjab.

Jun 23, 2013

Prague Summer: A Tale Of Corruption, Spying, And Sexual Intrigue That Brought Down A Government

Petr Necas, the prime minister of the Czech Republic, was forced to stepped down after the discovery of a political scandal.

Jun 21, 2013

Political Divorce: Narendra Modi vs Nitish Kumar Strengthening Congress?

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar thanked the Congress for supporting his government during the trust vote on Wednesday, even as he said one must not look too much into it. But his growing closeness to the Congress in the last few months has raised many eyebrows.

Jun 20, 2013

India, US to Raise Economic Issues, Afghan Talks during John Kerry Visit

US Secretary of State John Kerry is gearing up for a three-day visit to India to lead the 4th India-US strategic dialogue. He will co-chair talks with India's Foreign Minister Salman Khurshid on economical issues ranging from intellectual property protection to the new streak of entrepreneurs in the Asian country.

Jun 20, 2013