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Pradeep Bhandari questions Gandhi on Kapil Sibal over Epstein

"Rahul Gandhi should answer that when the Congress party was in the government, why was his minister Kapil Sibal accepting awards funded by a sexual predator, Jeffrey Epstein?" Bhandari told ANI.

2026-02-18T05:59:56.042340+00:00 IST

"Not bothered":JD(S)' Nikhil Kumaraswamy slams Congress

Amid the ongoing political tussle over the Chief Minister's post in Karnataka, Janata Dal (Secular) (JDS) Youth Wing State President Nikhil Kumaraswamy said governance in the state has taken a back seat, pointing to administrative lapses and leaving leadership decisions to the Congress high command.

2026-02-18T05:56:47.073812+00:00 IST

Jalgaon student scores 99.78 percentile in JEE Mains 2026

Atharva Avinash Chauhan, a student from Jalgaon, cleared the JEE Main 2026 (Session 1) examination with an impressive score of 99.78 percentile, breaking a 10- year record at his coaching centre and achieving one of the best results in the entire Khandesh region.

2026-02-18T05:51:55.962522+00:00 IST

Galgotias University asked to vacate AI impact summit

Amid rising heat over the controversy, the institution issued an official clarification expressing its concern about the "propaganda" against the university.

2026-02-18T05:45:17.244436+00:00 IST

Delhi Police Special Cell arrests Lawrence Bishnoi Gang member

The Counter-Intelligence Unit of the Special Cell of Delhi Police has arrested a key member of the Lawrence Bishnoi Gang who had been absconding for the past seven years, officials said on Wednesday.

2026-02-18T05:44:12.874638+00:00 IST

ECI announces schedule for biennial Rajya Sabha polls

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday announced the schedule for the upcoming biennial elections to the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) to fill the 37 seats across 10 states, as the members are set to complete their term in April 2026, a press note stated.

2026-02-18T05:35:28.838871+00:00 IST

"Congress became like Rahul Gandhi": Rijiju on Aiyar’s remark

Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday took a swipe at the Congress following senior leader Mani Shankar Aiyar's "not a Rahulian" remarks, saying the party has steadily declined under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi.

2026-02-18T05:32:04.263118+00:00 IST

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Leshi Singh on Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha nomination

Bihar Minister Leshi Singh on Thursday highlighted the emotional response of party workers after Bihar CM Nitish Kumar filed nomination for the forthcoming Rajya Sabha elections, stating that he has led the state for over 20 years, so it is natural that party workers are at unease with the decision.

2026-03-06T12:14:42.406139+00:00 IST

"Youth must be given opportunities," says Chander Kumar

The Agriculture Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Chander Kumar, on Friday said that young leaders should be given opportunities in politics and described the nomination of Kangra Congress leader Anurag Sharma to the Rajya Sabha as a positive step.

2026-03-06T12:10:31.221982+00:00 IST

"Directionless, zero progress budget": Basavaraj Bommai

Former Chief Minister of Karnataka Basavaraj Bommai said on Friday that the state budget presented by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is a directionless, zero-progress budget, which will take the state to the brink of debt, and will have a far-reaching impact on the state's finances.

2026-03-06T12:10:09.736041+00:00 IST

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TN: Annamalai slams DMK government over delay of AIIMS Madurai

"After the DMK came to power, there was a delay of nearly one year in granting permission to cut trees required for the construction work of AIIMS Madurai... The ruling party neither executes projects efficiently nor allows others to do so," Annamalai claimed.

2026-02-25T03:48:17.474720+00:00 IST

Priyanka Gandhi on PM Modi's visit to Israel

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday urged him to address the Gaza conflict, calling for justice for innocent victims and emphasizing India's historic commitment to truth, peace, and justice on the global stage.

2026-02-25T03:33:25.125171+00:00 IST

"DMK, Congress spreading propaganda to distract from their own al

Amma Makkal Munnettra Kazhagam (AMMK) General Secretary TTV Dhinakaran said that there is uncertainity betwen DMK and Congress in Tamil Nadu and claimed that the opposition is spreading false claims about NDA's stability to distract attention from their own alliance issues.

2026-02-25T03:11:43.685681+00:00 IST

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Rijiju recalls former LS speaker over Om Birla's no-confidence

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday criticised the opposition over the no-confidence motion filed against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, drawing a comparison with former Speaker Somnath Chatterjee.

2026-02-18T05:19:34.027714+00:00 IST

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Kiren Rijiju questions Congress on raising Epstein files

Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday strongly criticised Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his allegations surrounding the Epstein Files. Gandhi had sought to drag in PM Modi and Minister Hardeep Singh Puri over alleged references to them in the files.

2026-02-18T05:04:01.106218+00:00 IST

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Rahul Gandhi "dangerous" for India's security, says Rijiju

In an interview with ANI, Rijiju raised questions on Gandhi's various meetings stating that the Congress MP keeps on meeting Naxalites, extremists, ideologues, and people like George Soros both during his foreign trips and within the country.

2026-02-18T05:01:44.554242+00:00 IST

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"Childish and irresponsible...": Kiren Rijiju

Union Parliamentary Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday criticised Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, calling his behaviour "childish" and "irresponsible," after his recent political controversies.

2026-02-18T05:00:25.896369+00:00 IST

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Kiren Rijiju's slams Congress for Parliament disruptions

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has refuted Congress's allegations of suppressing opposition voices in Parliament. He attributed the frequent House disruptions to the opposition's own tactics, noting that as soon as they enter, there is commotion, shouting, and banners.

2026-02-18T04:55:55.436980+00:00 IST

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Maharashtra cancels 2014 GR on 5% Muslim reservation

The Maharashtra government's social justice department cancelled its earlier resolution of granting 5% reservation to the Muslim community for educational institutions and government and semi-government jobs, a provision that had been legally invalidated over a decade ago.

2026-02-18T04:51:25.991059+00:00 IST

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UP Board exams begin; Minister Gulab Devi blesses students

Uttar Pradesh Board examinations for Class 10 and Class 12 commenced today across the state, with students appearing at over 8,000 examination centres.

2026-02-18T04:39:15.792536+00:00 IST

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Pawan Khera dismisses claims linking Kapil Sibal to Epstein Files

In a post on X, Khera alleged that BJP leaders, including party spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla and Pradip Bhandari, were attempting to "peddle the claim" that Sibal appeared in documents linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Khera said the claim collapses upon reading the full context of the document being cited.

2026-02-18T04:38:22.355645+00:00 IST

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UP man arrested for selling ganja-laced chocolates in Hyderabad

In a significant drug bust, the Excise police in Hyderabad arrested a man for allegedly selling ganja-infused thandai milk and chocolates in the Charminar area, ahead of the Holi festival.

2026-02-18T04:18:30.637920+00:00 IST

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Delhi receives light rain; IMD predicts slight temperature dip

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for the day, forecasting a slight temperature drop. Overall, the air quality remained in the "poor" category.

2026-02-18T04:18:25.220574+00:00 IST

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Pune kidnapping sparks public outrage

A 21-year old girl was kidnapped in Pune by two men while she was with her mother and brother, triggering strong public reactions and protests, a senior police official said on Wednesday.

2026-02-18T04:15:18.913407+00:00 IST

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PM Modi highlights India’s transformative potential

Replying to ANI's 'X' post of his text service interview, the Prime Minister wrote, "As India hosts the AI Impact Summit in Delhi, I've shared my thoughts on the transformative potential of AI, the role India can play in the AI revolution and more in this interview with ANI."

2026-02-18T03:58:54.116863+00:00 IST

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Google CEO arrives in India for AI Impact Summit

Google CEO Sundar Pichai arrived here in the national capital on Wednesday for the Global AI Impact Summit 2026.

2026-02-18T03:47:06.306804+00:00 IST

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Indian Army Romeo Force organises free veterinary camp

The Indian Army's Romeo Force, part of the Rashtriya Rifles, organised a free veterinary camp under Operation Sadbhavana in the remotest hilly areas of Dharhal block in the Rajouri Sector, benefiting livestock owners across multiple villages in Jammu and Kashmir.

2026-02-18T03:46:45.806558+00:00 IST