Politics

Kapil Sibal slams long CBI probe after Kejriwal's court discharge

Sibal accused the agency of targeting whoever they want and dragging the probe as a political ploy for the benefit of Bharatiya Janata Party, citing the cases against Congress leader P Chidambaram as an example of his claim.

2026-02-28T07:26:35.560540+00:00 IST

"CBI, IT and ED have been used like puppets": Priyank Kharge accu

Kharge alleged that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Enforcement Directorate (ED), and Income Tax (IT) Department have functioned as "puppets" to serve the BJP's political interests rather than upholding the law.

2026-02-28T07:19:03.078609+00:00 IST

Kerala Congress to finalize probable candidates in Delhi meet

The Kerala Congress screening committee meeting will be held on March 1 in Delhi at 11 AM for the Selection of Probable Candidates for the upcoming Kerala Assembly election.

2026-02-28T06:43:43.292574+00:00 IST

Jairam Ramesh hit out at PM Modi over Trump's Pakistan praise

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Saturday launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that "self-declared Vishwaguru" has been "exposed" following US President Trump's recent stance on the Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict.

2026-02-28T06:20:34.656043+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu: Leaders reach DMK headquarters for seat-sharing talks

Senior leaders arrived at the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam headquarters, Anna Arivalayam, in Chennai on Saturday to hold discussions on seat-sharing arrangements with the Indian National Congress for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026.

2026-02-28T06:01:36.141710+00:00 IST

Assam BJP to launch 'Jan Ashirwad Yatra' from today

In view of the Assam Assembly Elections 2026, the BJP Assam unit on Saturday launched the 'Jan Ashirwad Yatra' across the state.

2026-02-28T05:52:48.155571+00:00 IST

Madurai gears up for PM Modi's rally, project inaugrations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Madurai on March 1 to participate in a National Democratic Alliance (NDA) election campaign public meeting, with preparations currently underway in full swing across the city.

2026-02-28T05:13:57.610685+00:00 IST

Gaurav Gogoi likely to contest from Jorhat : Sources

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi is likely to contest the upcoming Assam Assembly elections from the Jorhat constituency, sources said.

2026-02-28T05:12:52.301647+00:00 IST

"BJP's conspiracy": Atishi after Kejriwal’s discharge

Senior AAP leader Atishi on Friday celebrated Arvind Kejriwal's discharge in the Delhi excise policy case, attributing it to his honesty "kattar imaandaari." Speaking to ANI, she launched a fierce counter-attack against the BJP-led central government, alleging conspiracy and misuse of central agencies.

2026-02-28T05:00:03.601186+00:00 IST

Elections can't be conducted without central forces: Dilip Ghosh

On the issue of deployment of central forces in West Bengal, BJP leader Dilip Ghosh on Saturday said that elections cannot be conducted without central forces, citing tensions and incidents of violence during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in the state.

2026-02-28T04:36:43.635628+00:00 IST

'Will have meeting regarding alliance with DMK leadership'

Addressing the media, he said that they'll communicate further after meeting with DMK leadership, urging patience and avoiding speculation.

2026-02-28T04:15:12.622983+00:00 IST

Kejriwal, Sisodia to offer prayers at Hanuman Mandir today

This comes after the Rouse Avenue Court discharged Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, and 21 others in the CBI's Delhi excise policy case.

2026-02-28T03:50:06.809779+00:00 IST

Kerjriwal's discharge sparks debate on criminal jurisprudence

He further added that when cases collapsed due to a lack of evidence, there is no mechanism to compensate individuals for the incarceration or reputational damage suffered during the legal process.

2026-02-28T03:30:36.810072+00:00 IST

"Senthil Balaji will soon become DMK president": Tamil Nadu BJP

Speaking to ANI, he said, "The original DMK, which is the old DMK, should be very careful. DMK has become almost like a mini retired AIADMK spa or a place where all of the old retired AIADMK people go and join."

2026-02-28T02:55:13.600219+00:00 IST

Assam govt signs MoU with AAI

Government of Assam, through its Transport Department has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Airports Authority of India to undertake a pre-feasibility study for the development of five greenfield airports in Assam, in the august presence of Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma in Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati.

2026-02-28T02:27:16.651263+00:00 IST

TMC announces four Rajya Sabha candidates

"We are pleased to announce the candidature of Babul Supriyo, Rajeev Kumar (Former DGP, West Bengal), Menaka Guruswamy and Koel Mallick for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. We extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to them. May they continue to uphold Trinamool's enduring legacy of resilience and its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of every Indian," the post read.

2026-02-27T21:10:30.017827+00:00 IST

"First millennials taught Congress a lesson, and now the Gen Z is also ready": PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday attacked the Congress, rejecting its "vote chori" allegations and said the party has been losing support of people over the decades and while millennials taught the opposition party a lesson, "now the Gen Z is also ready".

2026-02-27T20:29:11.179395+00:00 IST

CM Yogi Adityanath returns after Singapore-Japan tour

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath returned to Lucknow on Friday morning after completing his four-day official visit to Singapore and Japan.

2026-02-27T18:10:13.555651+00:00 IST

"Ajit Pawar's accident caused by negligence or conspiracy?": Raj

In a post on X, the MNS chief wrote, "Was Ajit Pawar's accident caused by negligence or by a conspiracy? After the tragic accidental demise of Ajit Pawar, many doubts and suspicions are being expressed regarding that incident. In this regard, MLA Shri. Rohit Pawar went to the police station to file a complaint, but his complaint was refused to be recorded. It appears that pressure was brought by the government itself on the police not to register an FIR."

2026-02-27T17:52:23.494288+00:00 IST

Parivartan Yatra to cover 5,000 km in WB: Suvendu Adhikari

"The Parivartan yatra will cover a route of approximately 5,000 kilometres. Alongside the 'Griha Sampark Abhiyan', the party has reportedly enrolled nearly 5 million members in the state through its membership drive. PM Modi had already set the tone for change, and the objective now is to carry that message to every corner of West Bengal. PM Modi has guaranteed the restoration of the state's lost glory and that the yatra will connect with people across all sections of society. Despite the slogan 'Not revenge, but change', the state has witnessed appeasement politics and political violence," he said.

2026-02-27T17:50:28.591535+00:00 IST

"DMK will never bow down before BJP": MK Stalin

"We are not slaves to your threats. We won't fear. We are fighting for the victory of Tamil Nadu, and DMK will never bow down before BJP," Stalin declared.

2026-02-27T17:46:19.679921+00:00 IST