Politics

Himachal CM dedicates projects worth Rs 76.41 crore to Sulah Cons

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday dedicated and laid foundation stones of 14 development projects worth Rs 76.41 crore in the Sulah Assembly Constituency of Kangra district during his one-day tour of the area.

2026-01-22T12:29:24.881555+00:00 IST

Threat to CM on Republic Day taken seriously: Naresh Chauhan

The Principal Media Advisor to the Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Naresh Chauhan, on Thursday said that the bomb threat received ahead of Republic Day against Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu is a "serious matter" and is being dealt with utmost seriousness by security and intelligence agencies.

2026-01-22T10:38:53.537700+00:00 IST

PM Modi's vision empowering Tamil Nadu's MSMEs for welfare: BJP

"Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's guidance, this initiative promises to uplift Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), vital to Tamil Nadu's prosperity, by enhancing employment opportunities and fostering equitable growth," according to an official statement from the BJP spokesperson.

2026-01-22T10:22:14.350506+00:00 IST

BJP: 35-year age cap for Yuva Morcha national president

After appointing Nitin Nabin as the party's national president, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has taken a major step towards making its organisational structure more youth-centric.

2026-01-22T09:59:13.711430+00:00 IST

EC allots 'Whistle' for Vijay, 'battery torch' for Kamal Hassan

"I am directed to state that the application of the following registered un-recognised political party(s) for conession in the allotment of a common symbol to its candidates being set up at the forthcoming General Election to the Legislative Assemblies of West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry 2025-26, under the provisions of Para 10B of the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order,1968, have been accepted by the Commission," according to an order by the secretariat of the ECI to the Tamil Nadu Chief Electoral Officer.

2026-01-22T09:57:05.523526+00:00 IST

"DMK anit-Constitutional, anti-Hindu": Shehzad Poonawalla

Reacting to the court's observations, Poonawalla alleged that the DMK could even consider targeting the judiciary for unfavourable rulings. "The DMK is anti-constitutional and anti-Hindu. I fear that the DMK might even plan to bring an impeachment motion against this judge," he said.

2026-01-22T09:20:22.638113+00:00 IST

Kerala assembly LoP demands Devaswom minister’s resignation

Speaking to reporters, Satheesan said the Opposition was raising its demands both inside and outside the Assembly. "We are demanding the resignation of the Devaswom Minister both inside and outside the Assembly, and we are also demanding that the state government not put pressure on the SIT constituted by the High Court," he said.

2026-01-22T09:14:03.843274+00:00 IST

No scope for Operation Lotus in upcoming Rajya Sabha polls in HP

Speaking to ANI, Agnihotri said Himachal Pradesh is the only state where the BJP's Operation Lotus was not only planned but also failed.

2026-01-22T08:54:13.006876+00:00 IST

Ktaka LoP urges Speaker to take action against Cong legislators

Karnataka Leader of Opposition and BJP leader R Ashoka on Thursday urged Speaker of Karnataka Legislative Assembly UT Khader to take strong action against members of the Legislative Assembly/Legislative Council present in the House who allegedly blocked Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, pushed him, and caused a stampede, showing disrespect when he was leaving after addressing the House on Thursday.

2026-01-22T08:53:08.464068+00:00 IST

Opposition silenced even during Zero Hour in TN assembly: Palanis

Speaking to reporters, Palaniswami said the AIADMK sought permission to raise farmers' concerns but was denied an opportunity even during Zero Hour. "Today, permission was not granted to speak on the crucial issues faced by farmers, despite our request inside the Assembly," he said.

2026-01-22T08:50:20.653747+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal meets GK Vasan, AC Shanmugam in Chennai

Speaking after the meeting, Goyal said he was pleased to meet Vasan, whom he described as a long-time friend. "I am so happy to meet my friend GK Vasan. I have known him for more than 20 years. We have worked together in the Rajya Sabha. I have seen how well he represents the people of Tamil Nadu and how passionate he is about serving the state," he said.

2026-01-22T08:21:05.702750+00:00 IST

Karnataka CM slams Governor for refusing the customary address

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday strongly criticised Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot for refusing to deliver the customary address to the Assembly, calling the move a "violation of the Constitution" and stating that the government is examining whether to approach the Supreme Court over the matter.

2026-01-22T08:14:55.596614+00:00 IST

BJP leaders slam Karnataka government over Governor speech row

Karnataka BJP President said that they will also "hit the streets," adding that the Congress is trying to "cover up their failures" after the CM expressed intention to approach the apex court.

2026-01-22T08:08:40.160732+00:00 IST

MB Rajesh slams at UDF protest in Kerala Assembly over Sabarimala

Speaking in the Assembly, Rajesh said, "These questions should be directed at UDF Convener Adoor Prakash. The question of who stole the gold must be asked of Adoor Prakash. If the answer there is not sufficient, you should go to Delhi and ask at Sonia Gandhi's residence. Why is this drama being staged now? Acting on High Court directions, an investigation is underway into gold thefts dating back to the UDF regime. To protect the thieves, the Opposition leader has been unleashed."

2026-01-22T07:26:34.133572+00:00 IST

State government is harassing the opposition: West Bengal BJP MLA

While speaking to ANI from the strike, Ghosh stated that neither Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee nor any state government officials cooperated in the utilisation of MLALAD funds.

2026-01-22T06:55:42.884203+00:00 IST

Karnataka Assembly uproar after Governor skips customary speech

Reacting to the incident, Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge questioned the rationale behind the Governor's move, asking whether "the Governor's office has become the BJP office."

2026-01-22T06:45:58.443896+00:00 IST

"Our alliance is strong," says AIADMK's Palaniswami

Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Palaniswami expressed his happiness over Goyal's visit and said BJP state president Nainar Nagendran was also present during the interaction.

2026-01-22T06:36:08.302379+00:00 IST

NDA will throw out DMK govt under Palaniswami: Piyush Goyal

Speaking to reporters after meeting All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) General Secretary and former Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami at his residence in Chennai, Goyal said the visit was "an honour."

2026-01-22T05:41:12.648656+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal meets AIADMK's Palaniswami at his house in Chennai

AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami felicitated Union Minister and BJP Tamil Nadu election in-charge Piyush Goyal at his residence in Chennai.

2026-01-22T04:51:40.855744+00:00 IST

Nizamabad Municipal polls: Cong hopes to get “over 70% seats”

"Our target is to win around 70-80 per cent of seats in the municipal elections. There is a wave in favour of Congress as we saw the panchayat election results where he won 73 per cent seats. In Urban (areas) there is more of an effect, because of ration card, giving houses to people, giving 200 units of free electricity to muslim basti's. So we hope that the schemes have a positive (effect) on the Congress," party leader Mohammad Ali Shabbir told ANI after the meeting.

2026-01-22T04:47:27.366196+00:00 IST

BJP' Chalavadi Narayanaswamy takes jibe on Karnataka CM position

Speaking to ANI in response to Congress leader DK Suresh's recent remarks on Wednesday, Narayanaswamy said that statements made by senior Congress leaders themselves suggest that there was an earlier agreement on a 2.5-year tenure for the Chief Minister's post.

2026-01-22T02:29:23.224029+00:00 IST