Politics

AAP's Sanjay Singh slams LPG price hike

In a post on X, Singh accused the government of deliberately increasing prices and targeting ordinary households. "Modi has deliberately pushed the country into the fire of inflation. The price of cylinders has been increased from 60 to 120 rupees. He told his friend that 'a crisis is a good opportunity,' so Adani's company ATGL has tripled the price of gas," Singh said.

2026-03-09T00:44:48.397302+00:00 IST

Thirumavalavan on Dalit man death in police custody

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) chief Thol Thirumavalavan demanded a thorough investigation into the death of a Dalit youth, Akash Denison, who died while under police custody after being arrested in connection with an assault case in Tamil Nadu's Sivaganga district.

2026-03-08T23:43:00.801043+00:00 IST

Digvijaya Singh seeks GI tag for MP basmati, warns protest

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh has alleged discrimination against farmers in the state over the issue of Geographical Indication (GI) tags for basmati rice and warned of a hunger strike if the state's farmers do not receive the benefits.

2026-03-08T23:09:26.663654+00:00 IST

TMC delegation to meet Election Commission in Kolkata on March 9

The meeting comes during the ongoing visit of the poll panel to review election preparedness in the state ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.

2026-03-08T22:19:14.074992+00:00 IST

Oppn demand "full-fledge" Parliament debate on West Asia

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is scheduled to make a statement in the Lok Sabha regarding the evolving situation in West Asia. According to the Lok Sabha's list of business issued on Sunday, Jaishankar will brief members on the developments in the region.

2026-03-08T21:48:00.621512+00:00 IST

BJP MP slams Mamata Banerjee over President event row

BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Sunday hit out at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for allegedly disrespecting President Droupadi Murmu during her state visit, and asked her to stop making controversies about the Constitution being in danger when she cannot even give respect to the President.

2026-03-08T20:16:52.982042+00:00 IST

Congress MP Manoj Kumar on President row

The remarks come after President Murmu publicly expressed disappointment with the West Bengal government over the arrangements made for the 9th International Santal Conference in Darjeeling, West Bengal, on Saturday. President Murmu also expressed concern over the absence of representatives of the state government during her visit.

2026-03-08T19:48:59.219697+00:00 IST

“Excited about Nishant Kumar joining JD(U)”: Shravan Kumar

The development comes amid a major political transition in Bihar, with Nitish Kumar having filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha earlier this week, signalling the end of his long tenure as the state's Chief Minister.

2026-03-08T19:28:35.273774+00:00 IST

"Organisers are the primary party responsible...": Abhishek

The remarks come after President Murmu had publicly expressed disappointment over the arrangements at the 9th International Santal Conference in Darjeeling, West Bengal, questioning the choice of venue and noting the absence of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at the event on Saturday

2026-03-08T18:50:40.400960+00:00 IST

President was silent while Manipur burned says TMC

TMC National General Secretary and MP Abhishek Banerjee on Sunday recalled several past instances, stating that President Droupadi Murmu remained silent during the three-year-long unrest in Manipur. He also stated that the President was not invited to the Ram Mandir inauguration because of her cast. During the conflict with Pakistan, Banerjee stated that the orders which are supposed to be given by the President are given by US President Donald Trump.

2026-03-08T18:28:54.096955+00:00 IST

Row over President Murmu's event escalates

A sharp political confrontation unfolded on Sunday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee reacted over alleged lapses during President Droupadi Murmu's visit to the state on Saturday, turning the controversy into a major flashpoint ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.

2026-03-08T17:49:27.146102+00:00 IST

Mamata Banerjee insulted President Murmu: Momin

Assam Assembly Deputy Speaker Numal Momin on Sunday said West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has insulted President Droupadi Murmu alongwith Santhal Community following an alleged breach of protocol.

2026-03-08T17:33:36.932225+00:00 IST

Jaishankar slams WB govt over President Murmu protocol breach

"The utter disregard for President's protocol in West Bengal is an unprecedented attack on the dignity of the highest office of the nation and must be strongly condemned. The incident also reveals the lack of respect that the TMC Government has towards our tribal communities whose culture and heritage deserve the highest recognition," the post read.

2026-03-08T15:48:43.457358+00:00 IST

Women are unsafe under Chandrababu’s rule: YSRCP

Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party leaders (YSRCP) on Sunday alleged that women are facing insecurity and hardships under the current government, alleging that the administration has failed to protect women's dignity and safety.

2026-03-08T14:41:38.120996+00:00 IST

Suvendu Adhikari slams West Bengal govt over protocol lapses

"It is an insult to women, the tribal community, and the Constitution, with the West Bengal government responsible for it. Strict action should be taken, including suspension and departmental proceedings, against central cadre officers such as the Chief Secretary, the Director General of Police, the Commissioner of Police in Siliguri, and the District Magistrate of Darjeeling," Adhikari said.

2026-03-08T13:19:26.295770+00:00 IST

"It was your program...we didn't select it", Mamata

Addressing the allegations against the TMC governemnt over lapses in the protocol during the President's visit, the CM said that the venue falls under the airport authority area, asking the President not to level false allegations ahead of the upcoming elections.

2026-03-08T13:11:50.295976+00:00 IST

PM Modi "siding" with US-Israel: Mani Shankar Aiyar

Former Union Minister Mani Shankar Aiyar on Sunday criticised the Centre over its response to the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, saying that instead of expressing concern about the situation in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appeared to side with the United States and Israel.

2026-03-08T12:53:00.742510+00:00 IST

Punjab CM calls state budget an ‘affidavit of progress’

"A scheme has been announced providing Rs 1,000 per month for women in the General category and Rs 1,500 for women from the Scheduled Castes and backward classes," Mann told the media.

2026-03-08T12:46:43.758759+00:00 IST

“Wherever there is an entry, there is an exit”: CV Ananda Bose on

"The fact remains that I have taken a conscious decision to resign. The reasons for this will remain confidential till the right time comes," Bose said while speaking to reporters in Kolkata.

2026-03-08T11:59:21.515957+00:00 IST

"Courtesy begets courtesy": TMC's Mahua Moitra

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra on Saturday launched a strong attack on President Droupadi Murmu over her remarks on the Santal Conference in West Bengal, accusing her of parroting BJP's words ahead of elections and making untrue allegations about the state.

2026-03-08T09:42:46.996182+00:00 IST

Mamata Banerjee accuses BJP of attacking democratic institutions

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing the party of undermining democratic institutions and attempting to impose a "One Nation, One Leader, One Party" system in the country.

2026-03-08T09:25:51.107159+00:00 IST