Amit Shah

After hours of heated debate, anti-paper leak Bill gets Lok Sabha nod

The Lok Sabha has passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, to strengthen the 2024 law against paper leaks, organised exam fraud and other unfair practices, aiming to ensure fair and transparent public examinations.

Jul 29, 2026

Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026: PM Modi, President Murmu, Amit Shah and other leaders pay tribute to Operation Vijay heroes

India marked the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26, with President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah and other political leaders paying tribute to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the 1999 Kargil War.

Jul 27, 2026

National Girl Child Day: PM Modi says empowering daughters strengthens the nation; Amit Shah adds girls are not merely our responsibilities but sheer strength

Amit Shah Speaks to Martyr Cop's Son, Assures Government Support; LG Reaffirms Anti-Terror Resolve

Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured the family of martyred Jammu and Kashmir Police Head Constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi of the government's full support after speaking to his son over the phone. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the bereaved family in Budgam, paid tributes to the fallen policeman, promised continued assistance, and reaffirmed the administration's commitment to dismantling the terror ecosystem and eliminating terrorism from Jammu and Kashmir.

Jul 24, 2026

NC Stage Delhi Protest for J&K Statehood, Omar Says 'Movement Has Just Begun'

The National Conference and Congress staged a protest in New Delhi, demanding the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood after being prevented from reaching Jantar Mantar. Omar Abdullah accused the Centre of reneging on its promise, while Farooq Abdullah urged the Union Government to honour its commitment.

Jul 20, 2026

Abhijeet Dipke 'picked up' by police; PM leaves from Parliament as CJP march closes in

Abhijeet Dipke not arrested; Saurav Das backtracks after claiming Dipke was detained; SP MP Dimple Yadav detained, PM leaves Parliament

CJP leaders headed to meet Union Minister J.P. Nadda as the Centre reached out, while Sonam Wangchuk, on an indefinite fast at Safdarjung Hospital, said he would end his hunger strike only if the government accepted responsibility for the education crisis or MPs assured him the issue would be raised in Parliament.

Jul 20, 2026

Heavy Rain Havoc in J&K: 10 Killed in Poonch Flash Floods, Several Missing

At least 10 people have died, and several others are missing after flash floods and cloudbursts triggered by heavy overnight rains in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district. Surankote tehsil has suffered extensive damage, with houses collapsing and rescue teams from the administration, the Army, police, and SDRF carrying out large-scale relief operations.

Jul 19, 2026

Amit Shah lauds CISF role in anti-Naxal Ops, says Red Corridor dream will be crushed

MHA Declares 23 More Terror Operatives, Including 17 Pakistanis, as Designated Terrorists

The Ministry of Home Affairs has designated 23 more individuals, including 17 Pakistani and six Indian nationals, as terrorists under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The move targets operatives linked to cross-border terror networks such as Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed, aiming to strengthen legal action, disrupt terror financing, and curb recruitment and infiltration.

Jul 4, 2026

Breakthrough in Ladakh Talks: MHA, LAB-KDA Resolve Differences, Formal Negotiations to Resume

The informal talks between the Ministry of Home Affairs and Ladakh's Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance ended on a positive note, with all stakeholders signing the minutes of the previous meeting. The breakthrough has paved the way for formal negotiations on constitutional safeguards, governance reforms, reservations, separate services, and other key demands of Ladakh.

Jul 4, 2026

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.

Jun 26, 2026

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.

Jun 24, 2026

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

Jun 14, 2026

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.

Jun 13, 2026

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.

Jun 9, 2026

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

Jun 5, 2026

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.

Jun 4, 2026

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