Politics

AAP spreading confusion over pollution: Virendra Sachdeva

Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva has termed the attempt by Aam Aadmi Party leader Gopal Rai to mislead people regarding Delhi's pollution through a press conference as unfortunate, stating that this has been their strategy for the past 10 years.

2025-10-17T17:33:58.531463+00:00 IST

"Will make Bihar an industrial hub”: Amit Shah

Shah, earlier in the day, addressed a public rally in Saran district, which was followed by his address at the Intellectuals Conference held in Gyan Bhawan in Patna. Prior to that, he also met Chief Minister Nitish Kumar at his residence.

2025-10-17T17:22:40.056015+00:00 IST

“Tejashwi Yadav’s leadership yet to be tested": Harivansh

Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh and senior JD-U leader Harivansh on Friday took a dig at Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav and said he held important responsibilities as Bihar Deputy Chief Minister but did not leave a mark, and his leadership doesn't inspire any hope."

2025-10-17T16:56:56.559400+00:00 IST

Jai Ram Thakur urges HP govt to provide houses to the homeless

Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur on Friday urged the state government to provide relief and housing to flood-affected families ahead of the Diwali festival and to accelerate the restoration of damaged infrastructure.

2025-10-17T16:55:24.505312+00:00 IST

“No alternative to Nitish Kumar in Bihar”: RS Dy Chairman

"There's no alternative to Nitish Kumar in Bihar. Among all the new people, if you compare Nitish's vision, no one can match him--personal integrity and what we call transparency, which is remarkable when a person remains untainted in power for 20 years. No family member has been involved (in corruption). He emerged from Jayaprakash Narayan's movement and practically implemented the ideals of Jayaprakash Narayan and Lohia in his life", the Rajya Sabha Dy Chairman told ANI.

2025-10-17T15:52:09.498533+00:00 IST

Amit Shah slams RJD for fielding Shahabuddin's son in Bihar poll

Shah said, "I have seen RJD - Rashtriya Janata Dal's candidates ' list, and it contains the name of Shahabuddin's son. Can Bihar remain safe if RJD gives the election ticket to Shahabuddin's son? If we have to keep Bihar safe, we need to bring back the jodi of Modi-Nitish."

2025-10-17T13:16:57.923840+00:00 IST

“15-year jungle-raj pushed Bihar...": Amit Shah slams RJD

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday launched a sharp attack on RJD supremo and former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Yadav, saying that the 15-year 'jungle raj' of Lalu-Rabri pushed Bihar back by almost half a century, adding that Bihar lost its dignity, splendour, and excellence during the same time.

2025-10-17T12:35:51.755589+00:00 IST

SDPI trying to incite unrest, says State CPI(M) secy MV Govindan

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M) Kerala State secretary MV Govindan on Friday slammed Congress and the SDPI, accusing them of trying to incite unrest over an issue where a school in Kochi refused to permit a student to attend classes wearing a hijab (headscarf), citing the institution's uniform policy.

2025-10-17T11:59:32.900190+00:00 IST

TN Finance Minister accuses Union Govt of denying funds

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister, Thangam Thennarasu, slammed the Union Government for deliberately denying the state of its rightful share of funds.

2025-10-17T09:43:39.142596+00:00 IST

“Nitish Kumar has freed Bihar from Jungle raj”: Amit Shah sounds

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday sounded the BJP's election bugle in Saran district as he campaigned for incumbent Taraiya MLA Janak Singh and the party's candidate from Amnour assembly, Krishan Kumar Mantoo

2025-10-17T09:10:07.460580+00:00 IST

Gujarat boosts TB fight with landmark initiative for elimination

Gujarat is stepping up its fight against tuberculosis (TB) with renewed determination, turning what was once a major public health crisis into a story of hope and progress.

2025-10-17T09:01:21.282438+00:00 IST

"Wind blowing in favour of NDA": Maharashtra CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday jumped into the Bihar Assembly election as he campaigned for the BJP candidate and incumbent Begusarai MLA Kundan Kumar.

2025-10-17T08:30:09.637718+00:00 IST

Census 2027 Pre-test dates

The Centre has decided to conduct the pre-test for the first phase of the Census 2027 from November 10 to 30, covering the household listing and housing census in selected sample areas across all states and Union Territories (UTs).

2025-10-17T08:26:52.258333+00:00 IST

Chhattisgarh DGP after 208 Naxalites surrender in Bastar

Speaking to ANI on the occasion, Chhattisgarh DGP also highlighted the impact of Naxalite activities on local communities.

2025-10-17T08:20:30.706712+00:00 IST

Activist Sharjeel Imam decides not to contest Bihar assembly poll

Imam said the matter has now been postponed to late October, which leaves him unable to campaign or connect freely with his constituency.

2025-10-17T07:54:00.719111+00:00 IST

Keshav Prasad Eyes NDA Win in Bihar Polls 2025

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya affirmed that the NDA is moving towards a major victory in the upcoming Bihar Polls.

2025-10-17T07:36:40.731684+00:00 IST

Sabarimala theft remand to police custody till oct 30

The prime accused Unnikrishnan Potti, in the Sabarimala gold theft case, has been remanded to police custody till October 30.

2025-10-17T07:15:30.179257+00:00 IST

Amit Shah to meet Bihar CM, ahead of Biahr Polls

As Bihar gears up for the Assembly elections, Union Minister Amit Shah on Friday met Chief Minister Nitish Kumar at his residence in Patna, on the final day of nominations for the first phase of polls to the 243-member state legislature.

2025-10-17T06:49:34.082743+00:00 IST

JDU MP Sanjay Jha on seat sharing in Mahagathbandhan

The JD(U) MP informed that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has begun its campaign programs, and other leaders are also starting their campaigns from today.

2025-10-17T05:40:16.668760+00:00 IST

MLA Prafulkuma Pansuriya on cabinet reshuffle

Gujarat Minister designate Prafulkumar Naranbhai Pansuriya on Friday said that his resignation, submitted yesterday, was not accepted and affirmed that he will willingly take on any responsibility assigned to him, adding that he respects all decisions of the party high command.

2025-10-17T05:37:00.725943+00:00 IST

"If they did not spare Gandhi, who am I?" says Priyank Kharge

Speaking to reporters, Kharge said, "Based on my letter to the CM, the cabinet has yesterday taken a decision to ensure that all the rules and acts that are there, with respect to how public or associations should gather on government institutions and public spaces, will be consolidated and a new rule will be coming up. This will ensure that anyone who has any event or celebration has to seek permission from the authorities. Anyone who fails to do so will have to face the law of the land."

2025-10-17T05:25:17.022825+00:00 IST