Amit Shah

Narcotics Worth Rs 6,000 Crore Destroyed as Amit Shah Unveils New Anti-Narcotics Roadmap For India

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Online Drugs Disposal Fortnight Campaign and unveiled the Vision Document on Drug Control (2026–2029), calling for a ruthless crackdown on drug traffickers and a compassionate approach towards victims. As part of the campaign, enforcement agencies destroyed 209,500 kg of narcotics worth Rs 6,000 crore, while Shah stressed that the next three years would be decisive in India's fight against drugs and narco-terrorism.

7 days ago

Padma Awards: Alka Yagnik struggles to walk, helpers hold her, touches PM Modi's feet; Rohit Sharma, Mammootty, R Madhavan receive honours

Padma Awards 2026: Alka Yagnik walks with helpers' support, touches PM Modi's feet; Rohit Sharma, Mammootty, R Madhavan honoured

President Droupadi Murmu conferred Padma Awards on 65 recipients at Rashtrapati Bhavan on June 23. Malayalam superstar Mammootty received the Padma Bhushan, while R Madhavan was honoured with the Padma Shri and playback singer Alka Yagnik received the Padma Bhushan.

9 days ago

Abhishek Banerjee heckled on his way to Sonarpur; slapped, eggs thrown at him

Abhishek Banerjee Appears Before CID Again in MLA Signature Mismatch Case Amid TMC Rebel Row

He is also scheduled to face questioning by the Enforcement Directorate on Monday in the cash-for-school-jobs scam and by the CID again on Tuesday

19 days ago

NC Leaders Demand AFSPA Revocation in J&K After Amit Shah's Northeast Announcement

Union Home Minister Amit Shah's announcement that the AFSPA will be withdrawn from most Northeastern states next year has reignited the debate over the law in J&K. National Conference leaders, including Minister Sakina Itoo and Chief Minister's Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani, have urged the Centre to revoke AFSPA from J&K first, arguing that the security situation has improved significantly.

20 days ago

NEET exams to be computer-based from next year: Dharmendra Pradhan

NEET UG re-test: 'Zero error in exam, timely results,' assures Dharmendra Pradhan

Pradhan assured students that the exam and results would be conducted on time and without issues. He also called for strict and speedy punishment for those involved in the NEET paper leak case and said legal action against implicated exam paper setters is being explored.

24 days ago

Former Tamil Nadu BJP Chief K Annamalai Quits Party; Set To Make Major Political Announcement

Annamalai quits BJP, set to announce new strategy to counter TVK in Tamil Nadu

Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai has resigned from the party, with reports saying the leadership accepted his decision after he submitted a five-page resignation letter. The development came days after his meeting with Amit Shah in New Delhi. Annamalai is expected to make a major announcement in Chennai

28 days ago

WB Exit Polls 2026: BJP to secure 180 seats, Mamta's TMC to fall; Assam NDA to win, Tamil Nadu sees tight three-way contest; Vijay's TVK strong

FIR filed against Mamata Banerjee over 'provocative' remarks alleging involvement of Home Ministry in Hadi case

Banerjee had referred to the arrest of Hadi's alleged killers by West Bengal's STF and suggested the involvement of the Home Ministry. The complaint also claims her remarks could endanger Hindus in Bangladesh. The police have registered the case and initiated an investigation.

29 days ago

Bengal election 2026: liquor ban, bike restrictions and key rules ahead of voting; Amit Shah pitches industry revival, jobs push in campaign

Drug cartels are exploiting gaps in global law: HM Amit Shah just told 40 nations to close them

Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged over 40 foreign diplomats to treat narcotics as a global security threat requiring coordinated international action. He warned that drug cartels exploit differences in national laws and called for uniform drug regulations.

May 26, 2026

Hema Malini Accepts late Dharmendra's Padma Vibhushan; Ahana Cries, President Honours Harmanpreet Kaur, Uday Kotak at Padma Awards

Legendary actor Dharmendra was awarded the Padma Vibhushan posthumously for his immense contribution to Indian cinema. His wife and MP Hema Malini received the honour on his behalf. Renowned violinist Dr. N. Rajam also received the Padma Vibhushan for popularising the "Gayaki Ang" violin style.

May 25, 2026

Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath as Assam Chief Minister for second straight term

Himanta Biswa Sarma took oath as Chief Minister of Assam for a second consecutive term at the Veterinary College ground in Khanapara, Guwahati. Lakshman Prasad Acharya administered the oath to Sarma and four ministers at in the presence of Narendra Modi and other NDA leaders.

May 12, 2026

PM Modi, HM Shah to attend Himanta Sarma's swearing-in tomorrow

PM Modi and Amit Shah will attend the swearing-in ceremony of Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 12 in Assam. Tight security arrangements have been put in place, while thousands of BJP workers are expected to attend

May 12, 2026

WB Governor R. N. Ravi dissolves West Bengal Assembly; Mamata Banerjee no longer CM, BJP prepares to form government after landslide win

Mamata Banerjee skips Suvendu Adhikari's swearing-in as chief minister

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister at Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah attended the ceremony, while speculation continued over former CM Mamata Banerjee's absence from public view.

May 9, 2026

Suvendu Adhikari sworn in as Bengal's first BJP CM; PM Modi touches feet of 97-year-old Makhan Lal Sarkar in Bengal

Suvendu Adhikari sworn in as Bengal's first BJP CM; PM Modi present, Mamata skips

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the chief minister of West Bengal on Saturday, heading the first BJP government in the state. Governor RN Ravi administered the oath

May 9, 2026

BJP's Suvendu Adhikari named West Bengal CM; TVK chief Vijay to be sworn in as Tamil Nadu chief minister at 11 AM

Vijay is set to take oath as Tamil Nadu chief minister on Saturday after securing majority support for government formation, with backing from Left parties and allies. Meanwhile, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has been formally named the next chief minister of West Bengal

May 8, 2026

Elections 2026: Vijay wins election on alleged gf Trisha's birthday, Mamata Banerjee loses Bengal to Modi-Shah duo; who lost, who won

Elections 2026 round-up: Vijay's victory aligns with Trisha's birthday, Mamata Banerjee loses Bengal to Modi-Shah duo

The 2026 assembly election results across key states signal a major political shift, with actor-turned-politician Vijay making a powerful debut in Tamil Nadu. BJP wins big, while leaders like Mamata Banerjee, M. K. Stalin and Pinarayi Vijayan faced major setbacks.

May 4, 2026

NDA's victory reflects people's growing confidence in PM's leadership: CM Chandrababu Naidu

N. Chandrababu Naidu said the NDA's electoral gains reflect growing public confidence in the leadership of Narendra Modi and his vision of a "Viksit Bharat." He congratulated Modi, Amit Shah, and NDA leaders, adding that the results send a message that voters—especially young India—prioritise credibility and development.

May 4, 2026

'Equal laws for all citizens': Amit Shah on Gujarat's UCC Bill passage

Amit Shah to Leh on April 30, fresh Ladakh talks on May 22; Apex Body seeks concrete action

The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced a fresh round of talks with Ladakh's agitating groups on May 22, coinciding with Union Home Minister Amit Shah's upcoming two-day visit to Leh from April 30.

Apr 26, 2026

Congress alleges bias in ECI notice to Mallikarjun Kharge, seeks one-week extension over 24-hour deadline

Congress has written to the ECI alleging bias in a show-cause notice issued to Mallikarjun Kharge. It flagged inconsistencies in notices and claimed selective action on BJP complaints while ignoring alleged Model Code violations by Narendra Modi and Amit Shah.

Apr 25, 2026

Assembly Election 2026 Live: All files will be opened after May 4, Modi's guarantee, PM warns Trinamool

Assembly Election 2026: All files will be opened after May 4, Modi's guarantee, PM warns Trinamool

With strong turnout in phase one, West Bengal gears up for the April 29 second phase of Assembly polls. The Trinamool Congress–Bharatiya Janata Party contest has intensified, with Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, and Mamata Banerjee campaigning активно. Meanwhile, post-poll buzz grows in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Puducherry.

Apr 24, 2026

Will win 110 of 152 seats in phase 1: Amit Shah's bold prediction ahead of West Bengal phase 2 polls

After Phase 1 of West Bengal polls, Amit Shah said BJP may win over 110 of 152 seats based on internal assessment. He added the party is set to form the government. Shah also cited record 92.9% turnout, praised poll arrangements, and urged voters to participate freely in the next phase on April 29.