Politics

Stalin writes to PM, seeks consultations on caste enumeration

In his letter addressed to the Prime Minister, Stalin said the move to include caste details in the census has "far-reaching implications for social justice, equitable policy-making, and the federal structure of our nation."

2026-01-10T13:18:57.757283+00:00 IST

TMC flags SIR irregularities, cites AERO resignation in Bengal

The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Saturday alleged large-scale irregularities in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

2026-01-10T13:08:44.217724+00:00 IST

Dy CM Eknath Shinde hits back at Raj Thackeray, Uddhav Thackeray

Reacting to statements made by Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, Shinde questioned the intent behind their criticism and reminded them of Fadnavis' earlier stint as Chief Minister.

2026-01-10T12:32:18.452629+00:00 IST

"Indur unites past with future": Yamuna Pathak

Speaking to ANI in Hyderabad, Yamuna Pathak said the name "Indur" reflects the region's historical and cultural identity. She stated that restoring the old name would help revive the traditional heritage associated with the place and strengthen public sentiment.

2026-01-10T12:25:09.002609+00:00 IST

They tried to mislead the public: CM Dhami on Ankita murder case

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday reiterated his stance on the tragic Ankita Bhandari murder case, and stated that some people have tried to politicise the case to "mislead" the public.

2026-01-10T12:09:04.517857+00:00 IST

Meghalaya CM Sangma condemns Garo Hills violence, assures action

Speaking in Shillong on the Rajabala stone pelting incident, the Chief Minister said strict action was taken by the West Garo Hills Police soon after the incident, leading to multiple raids and arrests.

2026-01-10T11:59:37.215288+00:00 IST

Congress launches ‘MGNREGA Bachao Sangram’

The Congress on Saturday announced the launch of a nationwide campaign titled 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram'.

2026-01-10T11:36:17.319421+00:00 IST

ED raid at I-PAC: Bengal government files caveat in SC

Anticipating that the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) may approach the Supreme Court against alleged interference by the West Bengal government in its search operations, the Mamta Banerjee-led state government has filed a caveat before the apex court

2026-01-10T11:06:25.397122+00:00 IST

Vijender Gupta issue notices to DGP Punjab, Cyber Cell

Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly Vijender Gupta on Friday said, "The DGP Punjab, Police Commissioner Jalandhar, and Special DGP Cyber Cell, Punjab, have been issued notices and given 48 hours to submit their written explanations along with all relevant documents in response," while addressing a Press Conference held in the Conference Room, at Delhi Assembly Premises.

2026-01-10T10:52:21.245067+00:00 IST

K.C. Venugopal criticises Kerala CM for supporting Balan

AICC General Secretary K.C. Venugopal on Saturday strongly criticised Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan for supporting A.K. Balan's controversial remarks related to Marad.

2026-01-10T10:36:23.897215+00:00 IST

“Key provisions ensure that no language is imposed": CM Vijayan

In a post on X, the Chief Minister said, "Kerala's progress has always been rooted in comprehensive development anchored in equality and brotherhood. The Government remains steadfast in upholding the constitutional values of secularism and pluralism."

2026-01-10T09:44:14.231888+00:00 IST

HD Kumaraswamy accuses Congress of propagating "misinformation"

"The Central government has taken an important decision, the VB-G RAM G act has been passed. The Congress is running a major misinformation campaign in the state and nationwide," Kumaraswamy said while addressing a press conference.

2026-01-10T09:23:29.573523+00:00 IST

“Seeing stars during day”: Congress leader Imran Masood on Owaisi’

Congress leader Imran Masood on Saturday disagreed with AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi's "hijab-clad woman as PM" remarks and said that the latter's statement is like "seeing stars during the day."

2026-01-10T08:45:00.989521+00:00 IST

"No vacancy for PM post": Shiv Sena's Shaina NC to Owaisi

"Asaduddin Owaisi, there is no vacancy for the Prime Minister's slot. Narendra Modi's popularity is known to one and all. First, let your members of parliament be elected, then dream about a Prime Minister," Shaina NC told ANI.

2026-01-10T08:25:43.852012+00:00 IST

Statewide padyatra to 'Save MGNREGA' from Jan 26 to Feb 2

Speaking to the media in Mangaluru, Shivakumar said the government would also organise padyatras across all Assembly constituencies from January 26 to February 2, to safeguard the rural employment scheme.

2026-01-10T08:21:16.627401+00:00 IST

SP chief questions ECI's "credibility" over state's draft roll

Addressing a press conference in Lucknow, Yadav questioned the Election Commission's credibility, claiming that nearly three lakh voters had already been removed from a single district, with more deletions likely.

2026-01-10T08:19:36.999529+00:00 IST

“Na nal rahe na jal raha, bas desh jal raha": Kapil Sibal

Sibal also highlighted the law and order situation in the country, saying that killings were happening "wherever you look".

2026-01-10T07:35:53.989158+00:00 IST

Karnataka Govt considers CID probe into Hubballi incident: Home M

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has said the state government is considering handing over the investigation into the Hubballi incident to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to ensure a thorough and impartial probe.

2026-01-10T07:35:06.017998+00:00 IST

“One day Hijab-clad daughter will become PM of India”: Owaisi

Highlighting the inclusivity of the Indian Constitution, AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi said that one day a hijab-clad daughter will become the Prime Minister of India.

2026-01-10T07:28:45.840431+00:00 IST

Delhi Police arrest 3 more accused in Turkman Gate stone-pelting

Delhi Police have arrested three more individuals in connection with the Turkman Gate stone-pelting case, which erupted following a demolition drive by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) near the mosque.

2026-01-10T06:54:49.875628+00:00 IST

BJP once again fuels name-change politics, proposes to rename

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has once again reignited political debate in Telangana by proposing to rename Nizamabad district as Indur if it comes to power in the state.

2026-01-10T06:52:22.335199+00:00 IST