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"We are more Hindu than North Indians": Karti Chidambaram refutes

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram on Sunday dismissed claims that Tamil Nadu is hostile to Sanatan Dharma, asserting that the term carries a different connotation in the state and is often associated with caste hierarchy rather than religious practice.

2026-02-15T14:09:25.851007+00:00 IST

Kisan Mazdoor Morcha criticises India-US interim trade deal

The Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) termed the proposed India-US agriculture trade understanding a "death deal for the farm sector" and announced plans to intensify protests across Punjab and beyond at a meeting held at Kisan Bhawan in Chandigarh on Sunday.

2026-02-15T14:05:30.676980+00:00 IST

Kerala Police accords Guard of honour to 10-month-old donor Alin

Kerala Health Minister Veena George on Sunday stated that the Kerala Police has accorded a Guard of Honour to 10-month-old Alin Sherin Abraham, the state's youngest organ donor, whose selfless contribution saved the lives of five people.

2026-02-15T13:56:42.094428+00:00 IST

CRPF jawans cheer up for Men in Blue as India faces Pakistan

Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Jawans on Sunday cheered for the Indian cricket team as they face Pakistan in a high-octane T20 World Cup match.

2026-02-15T13:54:53.617539+00:00 IST

Karti Chidambaram on Rahul Gandhi's responsibility for Congress

Congress MP Karti P Chidambaram on Sunday underscored the collective responsibility of Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, for the party's defeats. However, he said that the average Congress cadre has a special relationship with the Nehru-Gandhi family, and backed Rahul Gandhi's leadership despite consecutive losses.

2026-02-15T13:46:17.064377+00:00 IST

Manickam Tagore over alliance discussions with DMK

Speaking to reporters in Tirupparankundram, Tagore said that 70 days had passed since the Congress was informed that a committee would be constituted for talks, but the party had yet to see any concrete progress in that direction.

2026-02-15T13:39:53.219519+00:00 IST

UP: 2 arrested in Ayodhya for series of robberies

A joint team successfully cracked the armed robbery case registered via FIR No. 40/2026, wherein the plaintiff reported being robbed of a gold chain, bracelet, watch, and mobile phone by unidentified individuals in a four-wheeler on January 27.

2026-02-15T13:38:38.866451+00:00 IST

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Tripura govt targets 320 ICU beds at GB Pant Hospital: CM Saha

Chief Minister Manik Saha said that the present state government is working with utmost importance for the development of health infrastructure in the state and to provide quality health care to the people, a press release said.

2026-03-06T02:54:30.381513+00:00 IST

Rashtrapati Bhavan’s change of guard ceremony

According to Rashtrapati Bhavan, the Change of Guard ceremony is a longstanding military tradition whose origins date back to ancient times. Historically, guards and sentries stationed at palaces, forts, and defence establishments were replaced at regular intervals to allow a fresh group of troops to assume duty.

2026-03-06T02:30:44.717786+00:00 IST

Considering Rs 25,000 incentive for second, third child: CM Naidu

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday said that the state government is considering a new population management policy that includes financial incentives to encourage families to have more children, announcing a proposed Rs 25,000 assistance at the time of delivery for parents who have a second or third child.

2026-03-06T02:30:20.892461+00:00 IST

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PM Modi calls for change in letter to West Bengal citizens, vows

In the letter, PM Modi greeted the people of West Bengal, highlighting that the fate of the state would be decided after the elections, sharing his resolution of making 'Viksit' West Bengal.

2026-02-23T07:47:36.343415+00:00 IST

MK Stalin guides entire country: Udhayanidhi Stalin

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Monday asserted that Chief Minister MK Stalin has emerged as a leader whose guidance is sought by leaders across India.

2026-02-23T06:42:12.621695+00:00 IST

Opposition unnecessarily bringing Dalit CM factor: Parameshwara

Karnataka home minister G Parameshwara accused the opposition parties of raising the slogan of a Dalit Chief Minister to cover up their own shortcoming and also addressed the ongoing discussion Regarding conducting student elections in colleges and regarding the war of words between former CM Siddaramaiah and Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy.

2026-02-23T06:37:47.926382+00:00 IST

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Nityanand Rai leads 'Shiv Baraat' on Mahashivratri at Hajipur

Speaking to ANI, MoS Home Nityanand Rai prayed for the well-being of all devotees, and reflected on his long-time tradition of participating in the Shiv Baarat as a "charioteer."

2026-02-15T13:33:55.578378+00:00 IST

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Karti Chidambaram slams Centre over Parliament dysfunction

Chidambaram said, "It's very unfortunate and very disappointing that Parliament has, by and large, become dysfunctional and is slowly losing its relevance as well because it's not serving the purpose it was intended to serve."

2026-02-15T13:28:33.640883+00:00 IST

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BRS will fight for Singareni Workers rights, said KTR

Speaking to the media, he stated that since the CPI and Congress are already in an alliance, sharing the Kothagudem Mayor's post comes as no surprise. However, he questioned why the CPI-affiliated AITUC agreed to this alliance, noting that he could not comment on the specific pressures that may have influenced the decision.

2026-02-15T13:21:31.918746+00:00 IST

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Mohan Bhagwat attends social harmony meeting in Gorakhpur

According to Sangh sources, the RSS chief addressed prominent citizens and volunteers at the social harmony meeting held at Baba Gambhir Nath Auditorium. Prior to the meeting, he inaugurated an exhibition on the Sangh's 100-year journey and the theme of 'Panch Parivartan' by lighting a ceremonial lamp.

2026-02-15T13:21:05.385880+00:00 IST

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"Politics should not be played with sports:" Rafiqul Islam

head of the highly anticipated India-Pakistan match, All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) leader Rafiqul Islam asserted on Sunday that politics should not be brought into sports, regardless of the countries involved.

2026-02-15T13:11:53.593715+00:00 IST

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Uttarakhand CM Dhami inaugurates advocate chambers in Khatima

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the newly constructed chambers for advocates at Khatima Civil Court, built at a cost of Rs 1 crore, by cutting the ribbon and lighting the ceremonial lamp on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri.

2026-02-15T12:59:33.815835+00:00 IST

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UP CM Yogi Adityanath performs Rudrabhishek at Barohiya Shiv Temp

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday performed Rudrabhishek at the Barohiya Shiv Temple in Gorakhpur on the occasion of Mahashivratri.

2026-02-15T12:53:04.118586+00:00 IST

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'We bought 15 times more grain from farmers at MSP than Congress'

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday slammed Congress and LoP Rahul Gandhi for misleading the public by telling lies, adding that the Modi government has bought 15 times more grain from farmers at Minimum Support Price (MSP) than the previous UPA government. Addressing a gathering in Gandhinagar, Shah said, "Congress government and the Congress leadership always mislead the public by telling lies. I laugh at it."

2026-02-15T12:46:12.775975+00:00 IST

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Karti Chidambaram calls legal cases against him "baseless"

On being asked about the future of the cases against him, he quoted Former Prime Minister PV Narsimha Rao, to assert that "All cases will die, but the cases in India will never die." He also expressed disappointment over the "unfortunate" involvement of other officials in these cases, but claimed that it will have no outcome.

2026-02-15T12:29:05.558346+00:00 IST

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61st edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle held in Dehradun

The 61st edition of 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' was organised in Dehradun on Sunday, witnessing enthusiastic participation from youth and citizens.

2026-02-15T12:28:04.063971+00:00 IST

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MP: Massive fire breaks out at factory in Bhopal

A massive fire broke out at a fabrication factory in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday.

2026-02-15T12:26:57.738695+00:00 IST

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SP chief Akhilesh Yadav targets govt over Rafale jet, raises ‘mak

Akhilesh Yadav, chief of the Samajwadi Party, on Sunday said his party does not want to discuss the "Epstein files" and raised concerns over the growing influence of social media and India's economic engagement with the United States.

2026-02-15T12:13:16.938537+00:00 IST

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"This is not sport, it’s business': Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey on Sunday criticised the scheduling of the India-Pakistan match in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, questioning the rationale behind sporting ties amid political tensions.

2026-02-15T12:08:54.886108+00:00 IST

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JKSA advises Kashmiri students to ‘stay away from trouble’

Ahead of the much-anticipated India-Pakistan clash in the T20 World Cup, the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Sunday urged Kashmiri students across the country to view the match in the right spirit and refrain from posting on social media that could land them in trouble.

2026-02-15T12:05:26.421585+00:00 IST