Politics

Rahul Gandhi working in the interest of country: DK Shivakumar

Shivakumar alleged that the Congress MP has not been given a chance to express his views on the various issues, including the tariffs.

2026-02-22T07:52:37.855996+00:00 IST

Jairam Ramesh questions impact of US tariffs on Indian farmers

"We'll have a Maha Kisan Maha Chaupal in Bhopal, in Yavatmal, Maharashtra, on 7th March, and later in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan. We're in touch with farmers' organisations. We'll work with them too. Three black laws were withdrawn. It took 14-15 months, but PM Modi was forced to withdraw them. Prime Minister does 'taareef', while Trump keeps imposing 'tariffs'. I'm telling you this based on President Trump's statements," Ramesh told ANI.

2026-02-22T07:38:21.612992+00:00 IST

Imran Masood on India-US trade deal

Congress leader Imran Masood slammed the Central Government over the trade framework with the US, asserting that the ruling BJP is forcing America to enter Indian markets the way the East India Company entered in the past.

2026-02-22T07:38:11.367806+00:00 IST

After three decades, Bhupen Borah joins BJP in poll-bound Assam

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah on Sunday joined the BJP in the presence of State BJP President Dilip Saikia, months ahead of the assembly elections.

2026-02-22T05:39:58.665680+00:00 IST

Nishikant Dubey questions Congress

"Congress Prime Minister Nehru used to show the world the Nagin dance, BJP Prime Minister Modi shows the world technology and artificial intelligence, anger does arise, right? This picture is from 1962 of Nehru welcoming Jacqueline, the wife of the then American President Kennedy," Dubey wrote on X.

2026-02-22T03:16:06.002426+00:00 IST

Rohit Pawar demands thorough probe into Ajit Pawar plane crash

"We have come to know that VSR was not functioning well... VIPs travel with this airline; their lives could be at risk. What happened on 28 January was deeply unfortunate, as we lost our leader, Ajit Pawar. The family members and the people of Maharashtra demand a thorough investigation into this matter. VSR's role must be carefully examined, and the criminal angle should also be investigated, including events that transpired a day earlier, on 27 January," Pawar told ANI.

2026-02-22T02:43:16.753987+00:00 IST

No harm in probe if family demands it: Waris Pathan on Ajit Pawar

Waris Pathan on Saturday said there is nothing wrong if the family of senior Maharashtra leader Ajit Pawar seeks an investigation into the reported plane crash incident.

2026-02-22T00:23:14.240418+00:00 IST

"Very concerning": Asaduddin Owaisi over Banswada violence

Owaisi has demanded an FIR and proper investigation into the incident, questioning how a large crowd was mobilised within hours. He also requested the state government to compensate those affected and announced AIMIM's support for the victims.

2026-02-21T23:41:02.014962+00:00 IST

Telangana BJP Chief N Ramchander Rao placed under house arrest

Telangana BJP Chief N Ramchander Rao was placed under house arrest late on Saturday night as a preventive measure ahead of his proposed visit to Kamareddy scheduled for Sunday, February 22.

2026-02-21T23:34:27.927572+00:00 IST

NTK releases full list of 234 candidates for TN Assembly polls

Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) on Saturday released its full list of 234 candidates for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections at the 'Maatrathai Virumbum Makkal Maanadu' held at Alampatti Pudur in Tiruchirappalli.

2026-02-21T23:33:42.664493+00:00 IST

All pain, no gain: Pawan Khera slams India-US interim trade deal

The India-US trade deal has left India with an effective 18.4% tariff burden, sparking criticism of the Modi government's concessions to the US. Pawan Khera slammed the deal as "all pain, no gain," pointing out that countries like Brazil refused to rush into a deal and are now vindicated.

2026-02-21T21:54:54.630905+00:00 IST

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta launches GNCTD IT initiatives

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday attended multiple public engagements in the national capital, including the annual function of Holy Trinity School and the Greater Kailash Vidhan Sabha Anandam Fest 2026.

2026-02-21T21:29:23.269387+00:00 IST

Goa CM Pramod Sawant Hails AI Impact Summit Declaration

Goa chief minister Pramod Sawant welcomed the adoption of the New Delhi Declaration at the AI Impact Summit 2026, calling it a historic step towards ensuring that Artificial Intelligence becomes a force for human progress and global welfare.

2026-02-21T21:28:09.843699+00:00 IST

Assam CM lays foundation stone of 10th Police Battalion

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday addressed a gathering at the foundation laying ceremony of the 10th Assam Police Battalion at Kachutali in Kosutoli.

2026-02-21T21:27:19.963536+00:00 IST

Tripura CM Manik Saha welcomes resumption of Agartala–Kolkata Bus

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, on Saturday, welcomed the initiative to resume the Indo-Bangla bus service connecting Agartala with Kolkata via Dhaka, describing the move as a positive step in strengthening bilateral ties between India and Bangladesh.

2026-02-21T21:26:10.150192+00:00 IST

BJP, Congress clash over IYC protest at AI summit

The Bharatiya Janata Party and Congress workers clashed in several places across India on Saturday as the ruling party took to the streets to protest against the Indian Youth Congress' "shirtless" agitation at the India AI Impact Summit held at Bharat Mandapam.

2026-02-21T17:47:52.278274+00:00 IST

BJP leaders slam IYC "naked dance" at AI Impact Summit

"Recently, at the AI Summit, where heads of nearly twenty countries and representatives from 118 countries were present, you performed a naked dance... They believe that through their violent anarchy, they can destroy, disturb, and defame a vibrant democracy. Therefore, they must break free from this thinking. Otherwise, they will continue to ruin themselves every day..." BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi told ANI.

2026-02-21T17:47:10.303207+00:00 IST

Refusing handshake is poor sportsmanship: Digvijaya Singh

Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Saturday questioned the mindset of refusing to shake hands with Pakistani players, saying such actions do not reflect nationalism but a lack of sportsmanship, while addressing students at the Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad programme organised by a private university in Pune.

2026-02-21T17:40:47.266585+00:00 IST

Eknath Shinde slams Congress over protest at AI Summit

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde on Saturday strongly criticised the Congress over its protest during the AI Summit, terming the act condemnable and harmful to the country's global image.

2026-02-21T17:39:04.967256+00:00 IST

"Congress has become anti-national party": BJP's Syed Shahnawaz

"Rahul Gandhi is beginning to feel that instead of being the leader of an opposition party, he has become the leader of an anti-national party. Congress is busy maligning and insulting the country, which is a matter of concern for the country. Those involved in this should be charged with treason," Hussain told ANI.

2026-02-21T17:34:56.076641+00:00 IST

BJP leaders condemn IYC protest at AI Impact Summit

"Under Rahul Gandhi's leadership, Congress has become a party that has started opposing the country and acting like a traitor. The manner in which they behaved at the AI Summit was an insult to India. Rahul Gandhi should apologise to the country," Union Minister Giriraj Singh said.

2026-02-21T17:28:27.418376+00:00 IST