Politics

Mamata Banerjee targets Election Commission

The Chief Minister called the poll panel "Tughlaki commission" and alleged that state government officers were being harassed.

2026-02-17T12:15:45.550781+00:00 IST

Only Muslims, Backward classes etc being served Form 7: SP Chief

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday alleged that minorities and backward communities are being selectively targeted under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh and said that the party has sought time from the Election Commission to raise the issue.

2026-02-17T11:33:14.338348+00:00 IST

Serious allegations against the SGPC of selling Gurdwara lands

Akali Dal (Punar Surjit) President Giani Harpreet Singh held a meeting with party workers in Amritsar.

2026-02-17T11:16:26.414585+00:00 IST

“Will seek 5 seats, DMK should give 16 tickets to muslims: IU

The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) will contest five seats in alliance with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in the upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, said IUML National President Kader Mohideen on Tuesday.

2026-02-17T11:09:23.211907+00:00 IST

PM ‘gatecrashed for Photo-Op: Kharge slams Modi govt

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Centre over the alleged mismanagement at an AI Summit, claiming that what could have been a "showpiece" event for India turned into "utter chaos."

2026-02-17T10:31:03.356136+00:00 IST

AIADMK's Palaniswami slams Tamil Nadu's interim budget

Speaking to reporters, Palaniswami said that, like previous years, the budget lacked substance and was merely a polished speech.

2026-02-17T08:43:37.736194+00:00 IST

Thangam Thennarasu hits out at Centre during Tamil Nadu budget

Speaking in the assembly while presenting the interim budget, Thennarasu said that in a federal polity, States have often been treated unfairly, but the scale of challenges Tamil Nadu faces in the current financial year is unprecedented.

2026-02-17T07:39:22.761968+00:00 IST

BJP raising issues to divert attention from agreement with US: SP

He alleged that the ruling party was attempting to shift focus from substantive debates. "Today, they are raising such issues solely for polarisation, to divert attention, to divert the debate from the agreement with America, and to divert attention from the Epstein files," Rai said.

2026-02-17T07:35:20.013565+00:00 IST

Bhupen Borah says he'll withdraw resignation if convinced

Amid internal turmoil in the Indian National Congress, Former Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Bhupen Kumar Borah on Tuesday said he is willing to withdraw his resignation if senior leaders Pradyut Bordoloi and Debabrata Saikia convince him that the party unit is functioning in its true spirit.

2026-02-17T07:11:52.320750+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu unfairly treated by 16th Finance Commission: TN FM

Speaking in the Legislative Assembly while presenting the Interim Budget, Thennarasu said that despite all States unanimously demanding a higher share in the divisible pool, the Commission has recommended retaining it at 41 per cent.

2026-02-17T07:00:58.232401+00:00 IST

Manickam Tagore hits out at BJP's Nainar Nagendran

Congress MP Manickam Tagore hit out at Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar Nagendran over his remark regarding Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay and actor Trisha, calling them cheap and unacceptable, while demanding action.

2026-02-17T06:47:09.357760+00:00 IST

CM Stalin calls for structural reset in India’s federalism

Taking to 'X, he shared an article from an English daily and stressed the need for a structural reset in India's federalism.

2026-02-17T06:36:04.460995+00:00 IST

Sanjay Raut questions alleged technical lapses in Baramati crash

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Tuesday supported suspicions within the Pawar family over the January 28 plane crash that killed former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, calling the burned condition of the aircraft's black box "mysterious" and "very serious".

2026-02-17T06:00:05.892440+00:00 IST

EC allots 'Torch Light' symbol to MNM ahead of Puducherry polls

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a notification allotting the "Torch Light" symbol to the Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) for the 2026 Legislative Assembly elections in Puducherry.

2026-02-17T05:45:04.229015+00:00 IST

"Truth about everyone should be brought out": Dilip Ghosh

BJP leader Dilip Ghosh said on Tuesday that the truth must come out after the Election Commission of India (ECI) suspended seven officials in West Bengal over the alleged misconduct linked to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process.

2026-02-17T04:48:10.826377+00:00 IST

Karur Police register case against BJP district president

The Karur Town Police have registered a case against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) District President Senthil Nathan for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Congress Member of Parliament Jothimani during a protest held in the town earlier this month, officials said.

2026-02-17T04:38:15.579519+00:00 IST

"Rahul Gandhi gives no respect to seniors": Manan Kumar Mishra

Speaking to ANI, Mishra said several senior leaders see no alternative and may leave the party because of what he described as Rahul Gandhi's lack of respect for experienced members, including Bhupen Kumar Borah.

2026-02-17T04:18:17.991866+00:00 IST

Ramchander Rao thank people over municiapal poll results

Rao emphasised that the BJP has emerged as the single largest party in Adilabad, Kamareddy, and Nizamabad, and also attacked the opposition, stressing that they came together to defeat the BJP.

2026-02-17T03:58:46.195201+00:00 IST

"DMK cannot form government without Congress support": TVK

"Without the support of Congress, the DMK cannot form a government in the state," he claimed, citing previous elections such as 2006 and 2022 as instances where Congress's support played a role. He also alleged that, despite depending on Congress's vote share, including minority support, the DMK has not treated the party as an equal partner.

2026-02-17T03:52:22.859747+00:00 IST

"surrendering our sovereignty": Hussain

Congress MP Dr Syed Naseer Hussain launched a scathing attack on the Central government, alleging that the recent India-US interim trade framework was signed under pressure.

2026-02-17T02:53:12.194108+00:00 IST

BJP MP Raju Bista launches Chakri Chai Bangla Campaign

Speaking to reporters on Monday, BJP MP Raju Bista said that the youth of West Bengal have no other option but to travel to other states in search of jobs. He alleged the settlement of Rohingyas and Bangladeshi citizens in North Bengal, adding that local people have become minority in their own homeland.

2026-02-17T02:51:29.546916+00:00 IST