Politics

Abhishek Banerjee slams BJP over SIR

Addressing a massive gathering after a roadshow in the Chapra area of Nadia district, Banerjee thanked the people for their support and said the Trinamool Congress would repay their trust through development.

2026-01-18T15:31:45.534463+00:00 IST

Sukanta Majumdar backs PM Modi's "paltano dorkar" call in Bengal

"Today, Prime Minister Modi has laid out everything before the people of West Bengal--that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is working like a speed breaker in Bengal. He said that investment in Bengal will happen only when law and order are in place. Without fixing law and order, investment cannot be done. Change is necessary, and no one can stop it," the Union Minister said.

2026-01-18T15:20:53.803066+00:00 IST

World Economic Forum 2026: Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi to lead high-leve

With the message "Gujarat - Ready for the World, Where Vision Meets Action," the State's participation at WEF 2026 underscores its ambition to emerge as a key partner in global value chains. The Government of Gujarat remains firmly committed to accelerating industrial development, fostering innovation-led growth, attracting transformative investments, and building a resilient and future-ready economy.

2026-01-18T15:13:05.521182+00:00 IST

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates project worth Rs 100 cr

Addressing the gathering, Rekha Gupta said that the Delhi government has assured all public representatives that there will be no shortage of funds for development works.

2026-01-18T15:10:48.954433+00:00 IST

Rahul Gandhi to hold public meeting with MGNREGA workers

The Congress has launched the 'MNREGA Bachao' campaign to oppose the Viksit Bharat- Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Act, 2025.

2026-01-18T15:03:23.474913+00:00 IST

"No moral right": Sudhakar Babu slams AP CM Naidu’s NTR anniversa

Addressing the media at the YSRCP central office, he claimed that Chandrababu's sudden "love" for NTR is nothing but political drama by the very person who betrayed NTR, removed him from office, humiliated him publicly, and denied his own family their political space, as per the release.

2026-01-18T15:02:03.774054+00:00 IST

86th AIPOC to commence in Lucknow; Focus on technology

As per the official information, Speaker, Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly, Satish Mahana, will deliver the Welcome Address, while Chairman, Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council, Kunwar Manvendra Singh, will deliver the Vote of Thanks at the Inaugural Session.

2026-01-18T14:37:38.830877+00:00 IST

Can't disclose, time will answer: Shivakumar on high command meet

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday refrained from discussing his meeting with the Congress high command in New Delhi.

2026-01-18T14:23:24.192761+00:00 IST

Burying BRS would be the true tribute to NTR: Revanth Reddy

This remark from Chief Minister Revanth Reddy came during a meeting with public representatives in Khammam district today. The day also marked the 30th death anniversary of N.T. Rama Rao (NTR).

2026-01-18T14:22:34.989232+00:00 IST

Jairam Ramesh flags World Bank report on air pollution

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Sunday took a jibe at the Centre, citing the World Bank's report, which expresses concern over air pollution in the Indo-Gangetic Plains and Himalayan foothills.

2026-01-18T13:59:50.477282+00:00 IST

BJP MP Konda Vishweshwar Reddy on GHMC polls 2026

Speaking to ANI on the upcoming GHMC polls, Reddy claimed that the Congress government in Telangana is planning major structural changes to the civic body without adequate public consultation.

2026-01-18T13:48:49.582871+00:00 IST

PM Modi says West Bengal is ready to bid farewell to TMC

Calling for an end to "utter lawlessness" under the TMC government, PM Modi said, "It is very necessary for TMC's reign of jungle raj to end in Bengal and for BJP's good governance to come."

2026-01-18T13:32:01.801352+00:00 IST

West Bengal: TMC sweeps Amdabad Cooperative polls

Trinamool Congress on Sunday swept the Amdabad Samabay Krishi Unnoyan Samiti or the Cooperative Agricultural Development Committee elections in Nandigram Block II, West Bengal.

2026-01-18T13:17:03.449983+00:00 IST

UP: CM Yogi speaks against AI images of Kashi, 8 cases filed

Eight separate cases have been registered at Chowk Police Station regarding the spreading of AI-generated images and misleading information about the beautification work at Manikarnika Ghat. UP CM Yogi slammed them for defaming the heritage of Kashi.

2026-01-18T12:39:06.909278+00:00 IST

"Every single person wants to end 'reign of jungle raj'": PM Modi

PM Modi highlighted the importance of a "BJP double-engine government" in Bengal, citing development successes under the central schemes.

2026-01-18T11:32:47.852980+00:00 IST

“Compromise with BJP and your future will be over": Sibal

Referring to southern politics, Sibal accused the BJP of attempting to expand its footprint in Tamil Nadu through what he termed "temple politics," after repeated electoral setbacks. "They are now trying this in Tamil Nadu, but they failed many times and have therefore started temple politics," he said, adding that the party continues to face resistance in Kerala and West Bengal as well.

2026-01-18T11:30:29.739711+00:00 IST

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann inaugurates Rs 11.32 cr projects

CM Mann said road construction was not a favour but the government's responsibility. "People pay taxes, and that money is now being used directly for public welfare. Earlier, it used to end up in the pockets of leaders, but our government has completely stopped this practice," he said, adding that improved road infrastructure has already helped reduce accidents and save lives.

2026-01-18T11:25:19.537222+00:00 IST

"Congress is a very large family," LoP Tika Ram Jully

The Congress leader further alleged a conspiracy to weaken the rights of MLAs. Referring to a recently issued bulletin that allegedly restricts members from raising questions related to their own districts or the state, Jully stated that MLAs have been instructed to continue raising issues according to established old procedures.

2026-01-18T11:19:07.154504+00:00 IST

BJP resorting to dictatorship, claims AAP’s Gopal Italia

AAP MLA Gopal Italia on Sunday accused the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) of obstructing a scheduled private event for the Aam Aadmi Party in Gujarat by threatening the owner of the plot they booked, leading to the cancellation.

2026-01-18T11:18:16.035488+00:00 IST

Past 24 hours unprecedented for rail connectivity in Bengal: PM

"The past 24 hours have been unprecedented for rail connectivity in West Bengal. Perhaps in the last 100 years, so much work hasn't been done in 24 hours," PM Modi said.

2026-01-18T11:18:03.442740+00:00 IST

"Atrocities against Hindus in Beldanga due to WB govt": BJP’s Key

Ghosh said that such incidents have continued over the years under the current government and claimed that people of West Bengal were now expressing their resentment over the situation.

2026-01-18T11:01:25.982645+00:00 IST