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PM Modi targets Congress in Assam, highlights Bagurumba, BJP's ri

" In the very city of Mumbai, where the Congress was born, it has now become a fourth or fifth-ranked party. In Maharashtra, which the Congress ruled for years, the party has completely shrunk. The Congress has lost the trust of the country because it has no agenda for development," the Prime Minister said.

2026-01-18T07:10:06.820178+00:00 IST

Kesavan on Congress MLA Phool Singh Baraiya's "rape" remarks

Questioning the Congress leadership, Kesavan asked why the party has failed to expel leaders despite such remarks.

2026-01-18T07:06:33.259691+00:00 IST

Tejashwi Yadav slams Bihar govt over crimes against women, minors

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday slammed the Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government, accusing it of being complicit in crimes against women and minors across the state.

2026-01-18T07:02:24.036542+00:00 IST

Pramod Tiwari claims BJP will "swallow" Shiv Sena

His remarks came after the Mahayuti alliance, comprising the BJP and Shiv Sena, performed well in the BMC polls, after which Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde reportedly moved his corporators to a hotel and is likely to stake a claim to the mayor's post.

2026-01-18T06:48:04.081997+00:00 IST

Flower petals showered on devotees at Sangam on Mauni Amavasya

Flower petals were showered on the devotees who arrived for a 'snaan' at the Sangam in Prayagraj on the occassion of Mauni Amavasya during the ongoing Magh Mela.

2026-01-18T06:39:39.311093+00:00 IST

Andhra : 15 fall ill after consuming toddy in Vanakabadi village

At least 15 people fell ill after consuming "illicit" toddy in Gummalakshmipuram Mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, stated the officials.

2026-01-18T06:20:59.065543+00:00 IST

Assam: PM Modi lays foundation of Kaziranga elevated corridor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday laid the foundation stone of the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor Project, covering the 4-laning of the Kaliabor-Numaligarh section of National Highway 715, in Kaliabor, Nagaon district. The project is valued at over Rs 6,950 crore.

2026-01-18T06:09:57.149648+00:00 IST

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Fire breaks out at Mangalya Gowri Saree Showroom in Jubilee Hills

A fire broke out at the Mangalya Gowri Saree showroom located on Road No. 36 in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, on Thursday, said an official.

2026-02-26T07:27:05.895690+00:00 IST

CM Pinarayi Vijayan condoles passing of CPI leader R Nallakannu

The Chief Minister recalled that Nallakannu was widely respected for his active interventions on various social issues in the state and was a prominent figure in strengthening the farmers' movement in Tamil Nadu, according to the CMO.

2026-02-26T07:22:24.019418+00:00 IST

Amit Shah remembers "unparalleled warrior" Veer Savakar

Speaking at the inauguration of Border Out Posts 'Leti' and 'Indarwa', as well as the e-unveiling and e-foundation laying of various Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) projects, Shah said that Savarkar's writings inspired a wave of patriotism across the nation.

2026-02-26T07:17:26.118771+00:00 IST

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Congress MP Aujla slams Centre for abandoning Russia

Congress MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla on Tuesday criticised the government's trade deal with the US, stating that India has "become nothing but a market," after a trade deal with the United States led to reports that India could abandon Russian oil procurement.

2026-02-03T11:25:24.652687+00:00 IST

Vellampalli Rao demands action against CM Naidu

Former Minister Vellampalli Srinivasa Rao has filed a complaint at the Two Town Police Station in Vijayawada, demanding action against Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, and Minister Nara Lokesh for allegedly making statements that hurt the religious sentiments of devotees in connection with the Tirumala laddu issue.

2026-02-03T11:05:48.862322+00:00 IST

Eight opposition MPs suspended from Lok Sabha

Eight opposition members were suspended from Lok Sabha on Tuesday for the remainder of the budget session for violating rules and "throwing papers on the chair" following uproar in the House over Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's insistence on mentioning a specific reference about the standoff with China in eastern Ladakh in 2020.

2026-02-03T10:51:29.981222+00:00 IST

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Punjab police bust goldy brar extortion module

In a major breakthrough against organised crime, the Ludhiana Commissionerate Police have busted an extortion module linked to gangster Goldy Brar, arresting 10 operatives and recovering a cache of sophisticated foreign-made weapons.

2026-01-18T05:43:31.356890+00:00 IST

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Nandamuri Balakrishna pays tribute to his late father NT Rama Rao

Andhra Pradesh MLA and actor Nandamuri Balakrishna on Sunday paid tribute to his father, former Chief Minister NT Rama Rao, at NTR Ghat on the 30th death anniversary of the legendary leader.

2026-01-18T05:31:51.283178+00:00 IST

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UP ATS arrests Chhangur Baba associate Idhu Islam from Nagpur

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) on Saturday arrested Idhu Islam, a close associate of Chhangur Baba, from Nagpur in connection with its investigation into an alleged religious conversion racket operating in the state.

2026-01-18T05:31:15.069675+00:00 IST

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ST Hasan expresses diagreement with Baraiya's "rape" remarks

Speaking to ANI, Hasan said that the major reason behind such incidents is alcohol consumption and called for strictest laws. He demanded the death penalty for the culprits of such incidents, stating they should be shot at "chauraha" (public square).

2026-01-18T05:30:55.374570+00:00 IST

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Priyanka Gandhi extends warm greetings on Mauni Amavasya

Vadra, in a post on X, extended warm greetings on the occasion. "Heartfelt greetings to all of you on the sacred festival of Mauni Amavasya, dedicated to austerity, sacrifice, meditation, and charity," she wrote. She further expressed her hopes and prayers for everyone's well-being in her post with a graphic wishing the festival.

2026-01-18T05:30:51.323768+00:00 IST

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Delhi Police bust interstate investment fraud syndicate, 8 arrest

The syndicate allegedly channelled cheated funds to foreign handlers operating from Cambodia using Indian mule accounts on a commission basis. During the investigation, police recovered ten high-tech mobile phones containing details of multiple mule accounts, as well as 13 SIM cards used to operate these accounts.

2026-01-18T05:26:44.840328+00:00 IST

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BJP MP on former CM NTR's 30th death anniversary

BJP MP Daggubati Purandeswari on Sunday paid tribute to her late father, actor and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh NTR, on his 30th death anniversary, recalling his legacy in the Telugu film industry and in politics.

2026-01-18T05:25:40.628603+00:00 IST

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Doon medical college initiates probe into ragging complaint

A student from the 2025 batch of Government Doon Medical College, who was allegedly assaulted, stated in a written complaint to the administration that since the incident, he has been mentally disturbed and living in fear.

2026-01-18T04:50:35.768805+00:00 IST

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Mamata Banerjee creating situation to stop SIR process: Locket

BJP leader Locket Chatterjee on Sunday slammed the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her of creating situations to stop the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, after violence erupted during the protests over the lynching of a migrant worker from West Bengal in Jharkhand.

2026-01-18T04:27:26.092914+00:00 IST

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Tamil Nadu: Devotees pay tributes in Rameswaram's Agnitheertham sea on 'Thai Amavasai'

Devotees performed Pithurkarma puja at the Agnitheertham Kadal in Rameswaram to pray for the peace of their departed ancestors, on 'Thai Amavasai'.

2026-01-18T04:21:33.397040+00:00 IST

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Rajnath Singh to inaugurate ammunition facility in Nagpur

In a post on X, Singh wrote, "Today, 18th January, I shall be in Nagpur (Maharashtra). Looking forward to inaugurate a Medium Caliber Ammunition Facility constructed by Solar Industries."

2026-01-18T04:13:18.829064+00:00 IST

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PM Modi to launch key infrastructure projects in Singur

The initiatives include the foundation-laying of an extended port gate system at Balagarh with an Inland Water Transport terminal and road overbridge, the launch of an electric catamaran in Kolkata, the inauguration of a new rail line between Jayrambati and Maynapur and the flagging off of Amrit Bharat trains.

2026-01-18T04:00:23.692574+00:00 IST

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"Common man should have trust in administration...": Humayun

Former TMC MLA & JUP Chairman Humayun Kabir on Sunday condemned the roadblock situation in Beldanga, West Bengal, amid the ongoing protests after the alleged lynching of a migrant worker from West Bengal in Jharkhand.

2026-01-18T03:57:41.609308+00:00 IST

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NSA emphasises cultural roots, leadership role for Uttarakhand

"The word 'Raibaar' is an important feeling for Garhwalis. It is an unknown communication system which is totally reliable and dependable," Doval said. Drawing a contrast with modern technology-driven communication, he added, "Nowadays, there are many communication systems... But there are no feelings in it."

2026-01-18T03:54:09.291736+00:00 IST