Politics

Kerala: BJP's GS Asha Nath elected as Deputy Mayor

Earlier today, BJP State Secretary and Kodunganoor ward councillor VV Rajesh was elected Mayor of Thiruvananthapuram Corporation.

2025-12-26T13:27:25.122114+00:00 IST

"Bangladesh govt unable to stop lynching of minorities": K Rao

"The lynching of Hindus and minorities is on the increase. The Bangladesh government and administration are not able to stop it. It appears to be an organised incident that is happening against the Hindus. The entire nation stands by the minorities of Bangladesh," Rao told ANI.

2025-12-26T13:27:11.033528+00:00 IST

"Not let West Bengal turn into West Bangladesh!" Mithun Chakrabo

Amid attacks on the minority Hindu community in Bangladesh following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, who was shot at close range on December 12 while travelling in a rickshaw, a war of words has erupted between the BJP and TMC in India.

2025-12-26T13:26:31.252945+00:00 IST

Under guidance of Gujarat govt, AMC to restore, expand Subhash Bridge

Under the guidance of the State Government, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has prepared a comprehensive plan to restore the Subhash Bridge over the Sabarmati River and construct new 2-lane bridges on both sides of the existing bridge. The project has been designed to ensure the structural safety of the existing bridge, accommodate future traffic demand, and support long-term usability, and will be implemented in two phases.

2025-12-26T13:24:39.875032+00:00 IST

Pro-Hindu activists protest in Kolkata against atrocities...

The pro-Hindu activists held a rally, which was accompanied by West Bengal Leader of Opposition (LoP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Suvendu Adhikari. They entered the premises of the Deputy High Commission of Bangladesh to speak to the authorities regarding atrocities against Hindus.

2025-12-26T13:17:32.798321+00:00 IST

SIT raids residence of D Mani in Tamil Nadu

In connection with the Sabarimala gold theft case, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Friday conducted a raid at the residence of D Mani alias Balamurugan, who is under the shadow of allegations in the case. The search is underway at his house in the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu.

2025-12-26T12:24:44.515510+00:00 IST

"Bangladesh has anti-Hindu mentality govt": BJP's Shahnawaz

"There is an anti-Hindu mentality government in Bangladesh. Hindus are being targeted. After Deepu Chandra Das, another Hindu, was lynched. The entire Hindu community is living in fear. The actions Bangladesh is taking are unforgivable. Bangladesh should not forget that its actions will damage its own image," Hussain said.

2025-12-26T12:01:59.274931+00:00 IST

"What are they doing in West Bengal to remove...": BJP's Nalin

"Any case of lynching is terrible, and strict action has to happen against the accused. However, now that TMC has spoken. Perhaps, they can let the nation know what they are doing in West Bengal to remove illegal Bangladeshis and Rohingyas, they must tell," Kohli told ANI.

2025-12-26T11:45:51.448003+00:00 IST

BJP's Dushyant Gautam complains over ‘fake audio’ campaign

In a letter dated December 25, Dushyant Gautam stated that he is a social and political worker with a long-standing public presence across the country.

2025-12-26T11:44:44.265716+00:00 IST

Mohan Bhagwat attends Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan inauguration

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Friday attended the inaugural session of the Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan (BVS) at the National Sanskrit University in Tirupati.

2025-12-26T11:37:32.999135+00:00 IST

Tripura Assembly Speaker Biswabandhu Sen passes away

Speaker of the Tripura Legislative Assembly, Biswabandhu Sen, who had been undergoing treatment after suffering a massive cerebral stroke on August 8, passed away at a private hospital in Bengaluru on Friday morning. Official sources confirmed his demise.

2025-12-26T10:54:53.120050+00:00 IST

Gaurav Gogoi condemns slogans against Karbi community

Gogoi's remarks come against the backdrop of violent protests in Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong districts that prompted the Assam government to impose strict prohibitory orders and transfer a senior police officer. On Tuesday, Faiz Ahmed Barbhuiya, Additional Superintendent of Police (HQ) of West Karbi Anglong, was transferred amid heightened tensions.

2025-12-26T09:16:18.359238+00:00 IST

"Becoming hub of anti-India sentiment:" Congress MP Imran Masood

Congress MP Imran Masood on Friday said that Bangladesh is gradually becoming a hub of anti-India sentiment and called for practical steps to address this situation.

2025-12-26T09:10:26.918524+00:00 IST

“Veer Sahibzadas shook the existence of religious fanaticism and

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday bowed down to the sacrifices of Veer Sahibzadas, hailing their bravery and valour to stand like a rock against the "cruel" Mughal Sultanate and shake down the "very existence of religious fanaticism and terror."

2025-12-26T08:58:20.906641+00:00 IST

Kerala: VV Rajesh elected Thiruvananthapuram Mayor

BJP State Secretary and Kodunganoor ward councillor VV Rajesh was elected Mayor of Thiruvananthapuram Corporation on Friday, marking the BJP's breakthrough in Kerala's urban politics.

2025-12-26T08:48:37.612951+00:00 IST

Kerala local body polls: Three women take charge as Mayors

Pala municipality created history by electing its youngest-ever woman chairperson. Diya Binu Pulikakkandam, who won the local body election as an independent candidate, was elected chairperson with 14 votes. The UDF decided to back Diya after three members of the Pulikakkandam family, Binu Pulikakkandam, his daughter Diya, and his brother Biju, extended support to the front.

2025-12-26T08:45:46.996972+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu politics heats up: BJP slams DMK's "fake secularism"

The row started with a dispute over Thiruparankundram temple observances and DMK leaders' comments at Christian events, sparking claims of biased politics. BJP State President Nainar Nagendran accused DMK of prioritising personal gain while addressing the media in Krishnagiri on Thursday.

2025-12-26T07:24:35.978598+00:00 IST

Anurag Thakur slams Saurabh Bhardwaj over 'Santa Claus skit'

Thakur emphasised the importance of respecting religious and cultural symbols. "Hurting religious sentiments in any way is not right. In a democracy, you have the right to protest, but you have hurt people's sentiments by making fun of Santa Claus...," said Anurag Thakur.

2025-12-26T07:06:12.894799+00:00 IST

Karnataka govt stable, BJP creating false perception: Parmeshwara

Parameshwara's remarks came in response to Shettar's renewed attack on the Congress leadership, in which the BJP MP claimed that a serious power struggle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar could lead to the collapse of the government. Shettar alleged that the supposed tussle was benefiting the BJP, citing recent by-election results as evidence of shifting public support.

2025-12-26T06:54:53.252083+00:00 IST

"Tussle between CM, Dy CM...collapse of Karnataka govt": Shettar

Former Karnataka Chief Minister and BJP MP Jagadish Shettar on Thursday said that the power struggle between CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar could lead to government collapse and benefit the BJP as public support shifts.

2025-12-26T05:53:04.213900+00:00 IST

“What kind of India do we want?”: Khera flags minority safety

Questioning the direction India was heading towards, Khera asked whether the country risked mirroring the situation in Bangladesh, where minorities have faced mob violence. "Do we want India to become like Bangladesh? Because atrocities are committed against minorities there, will we also commit atrocities against minorities here? What kind of India do we want?" he said.

2025-12-26T04:43:01.246834+00:00 IST