Politics

Central Govt not purchasing maize as per rules: Karnataka CM

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah alleged that the Union government is not purchasing maize in accordance with established rules, leaving farmers in distress.

2025-11-21T11:35:14.176257+00:00 IST

SIR drive: Nearly 99% enumeration forms distributed

Of the nearly 50.97 crore electors as of October 27, the number of enumeration forms distributed for the second phase of the SIR drive remains at 50.43 crore, the EC said in its daily bulletin.

2025-11-21T11:33:19.403163+00:00 IST

Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar dismisses speculation of CM change

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday dismissed speculation about a change in the Chief Minister post, saying that leaders meeting party high command is normal and no one can stop them from doing so.

2025-11-21T11:20:20.175975+00:00 IST

"People of JK completely against terrorism": BJP

In response to Jammu and Kashmir People's Democratic Party (JKPDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti's statement on Thursday that the Red Fort blast might be a case of the "pressure environment" in the region of Jammu and Kashmir "caused" after the abrogation of Article 370, on Friday, BJP National Spokesperson Syed Zafar Islam said, "The public of Jammu and Kashmir is completely against terrorism."

2025-11-21T11:01:20.041909+00:00 IST

"Tamil won't allow degrading other languages:" BJP's Tamilisai

BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan on Friday responded to Udhayanidhi Stalin's remark describing Sanskrit as a "dead language" during a discussion on funding for the language.

2025-11-21T09:52:56.008496+00:00 IST

"Mask is off": West Bengal LoP Adhikari

Adhikari accused District Magistrates (DMs) in the state of siding with the TMC Party.

2025-11-21T09:52:20.699029+00:00 IST

Odisha:CM Majhi pays tribute to Utkal Keshari Harekrushna Mahtab

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi in the presence of Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy, on Friday paid floral tribute to Utkal Keshari Dr. Harekrushna Mahtab on his birth anniversary at the premises of the Odisha Legislative Assembly in Bhubaneswar.

2025-11-21T09:46:01.845779+00:00 IST

Bihar is in Nitish Kumar’s hands, the state is safe and progressi

Referring to the political synergy between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Choudhary described their partnership as "the most successful pair in the history of Indian politics."

2025-11-21T09:45:54.755214+00:00 IST

Chirag Paswan credits LJP(RV)’s organisational expansion for NDA’

Paswan said that the LJP(RV) systematically built its structure in every district of Bihar, ensuring deep grassroots outreach that contributed to the impressive NDA performance.

2025-11-21T09:43:33.728450+00:00 IST

"Immediate withdrawal of HILTP policy demanded": BRS' KTR

Addressing reporters in Hyderabad, KTR accused the Chief Minister of attempting to convert thousands of acres of high-value industrial land into multi-use real estate at "throwaway rates" for the benefit of "politically connected middlemen, relatives, and real estate groups."

2025-11-21T09:41:23.541843+00:00 IST

BJP slams Congress over Indira Gandhi peace prize for Michelle

Bhatia cited Bachelet's statements during the 42nd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, where she raised concerns about alleged human rights violations in Jammu & Kashmir and criticised the amendment of Article 370.

2025-11-21T09:37:44.779343+00:00 IST

Hindu Makkal Katchi seeks EC action on TVK post-Karur stampede

Addressing the press conference in Madurai, Sampath alleged that despite the tragedy, party leader Vijay is seeking permission to resume campaigning.

2025-11-21T09:37:05.551038+00:00 IST

Rahul Gandhi wishes fishing communities on World Fisheries Day

eader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, through his official X handle, wished the fisher communities across India on the occasion of World Fisheries Day on Friday. He said,

2025-11-21T09:25:26.640805+00:00 IST

India’s Ayush Market sees 15-fold growth

In a post on X, the government highlighted that Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy are driving international demand for holistic and natural health solutions, positioning India at the forefront of the worldwide wellness movement.

2025-11-21T08:47:37.672208+00:00 IST

J-K: Devyani Rana takes oath as MLA of Nagrota

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Devyani Rana on Friday took oath as MLA of Nagrota in Jammu.

2025-11-21T08:39:24.378384+00:00 IST

Hindu Makkal Katchi chief accuses DMK over threats to PM Modi

The remarks came after DMK South District Secretary Jayapalan reportedly compared Prime Minister Modi to the demon king Narakasura during political commentary in the state.

2025-11-21T08:00:38.594780+00:00 IST

Telangana: Two killed, five injured in collision between cars

Soon after the incident, the police arrived at the scene and shifted the injured to a local hospital and the deceased bodies to the mortuary (PME), registered a case, and are investigating the matter.

2025-11-21T07:53:56.342819+00:00 IST

West Bengal SIR: Mamata Banerjee writes to EC, seeks intervention

Sharing a letter on X addressed to CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Banerjee described the exercise as "unplanned, chaotic and dangerous," highlighting gaps in training, lack of clarity on documentation, and the impossibility of meeting voters amidst their work schedules.

2025-11-21T06:29:34.740838+00:00 IST

Constitution drawn laksham rekhas for each position: WB Governor

He emphasised that the verdict sends a clear signal on the respective roles of the Governor and the Chief Minister, underlining the importance of cooperation while respecting constitutional boundaries.

2025-11-21T06:23:52.825292+00:00 IST

BJP govt creating smokescreen with Privilege Committee theatrics"

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) condemned the BJP government and alleged that it was politicising the Committee of Privileges of the 8th Delhi Legislative Assembly by convening a series special sittings and issuing issuing notices to former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, former Speaker Ram Niwas Goel and former Deputy Speaker Rakhi Birla in the so-called 'Faansi Ghar' matter.

2025-11-21T06:19:13.367240+00:00 IST

Jai Ram Ramesh comments on PM Modi’s participation at G20 Summit

The summit, held under the South African G20 Presidency, is taking place today and tomorrow, with PM Modi attending "safely and securely," Ramesh noted, amid the absence of former US President Donald Trump and the United States delegation.

2025-11-21T06:11:13.238756+00:00 IST