Politics

Assam CM on Gaurav Gogoi's alleged Pak links

This comes amidst the ongoing controversy within Assam politics, where CM Sarma has been constantly alleging Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi and his wife of having "Pakistan links", stating that both were involved in a plot to undermine India's development by associating with Pakistani national Ali Tauqeer Sheikh.

2026-02-17T02:41:53.197407+00:00 IST

Congress-DMK alliance intact: K Selvaperunthagai

Speaking to ANI here, Selvaperunthagai noted that only a month remains for the elections and asserted that the relationship between the Congress and its ally DMK remains intact. "This is the election time. Only one month is left for the elections. Whatever the AICC decides, the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee will follow. It is very intact (relationship with Congress and DMK)," he said.

2026-02-17T02:41:08.337030+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Grand Mufti Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad

Sharing an update on X, the Prime Minister highlighted the wide-ranging discussions he had with the Grand Mufti of India and emphasised the importance of initiatives that strengthen communal harmony and advance educational development.

2026-02-16T17:47:02.188469+00:00 IST

"Devastating steps": Bhupesh Baghel slams Centre over US tariffs

Congress leader and former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Monday said he will attend a Punjab Congress Committee meeting in Chandigarh tomorrow on February 17.

2026-02-16T17:32:12.826738+00:00 IST

Shiromani Akali Dal slams AAP government

The Shiromani Akali Dal on Monday criticised the Aam Aadmi Party over its 'war against drugs' rally in Moga, alleging a blurring of lines between government functioning and party politics.

2026-02-16T16:55:19.060772+00:00 IST

Amit Shah to visit West Bengal on Feb 18 ahead of Assembly polls

He would arrive at Kolkata airport on February 18 (Wednesday), around 1.30 pm. From there, he will take a helicopter to Mayapur, where he is scheduled to participate in several programs at the ISKCON temple. It is reported that he will spend approximately two hours at ISKCON.

2026-02-16T14:39:08.585799+00:00 IST

Telangana: Kolagani Srinivas elected as Karimnagar’s BJP Mayor

The post of "Mayor" of the Karimnagar Municipal Corporation has gone to a 'common man' as Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP ) has finalised the name of 2nd Division BJP Corporator Kolagani Srinivas as its candidate for Mayor.

2026-02-16T14:27:21.734830+00:00 IST

Mani Shankar Aiyar impressed by state govt work: Thomas Isaac

Senior CPI-M leader and Kerala former Finance Minister Thomas Isaac has stated that former Union Minister Mani Shankar Aiyar remains deeply impressed by the achievements of the LDF-led state government and continues to be an admirer of the Kerala model of governance.

2026-02-16T12:43:35.002316+00:00 IST

“Atmosphere in Assam completely in favour of BJP”: Arun Sao

The Deputy Chief Minister asserted that the political atmosphere in the northeastern state is "completely in favour of the BJP."

2026-02-16T12:27:45.842790+00:00 IST

"136 players in favour of DK Shivakumar:" Congress MLA Ravikumar

Congress MLA Ravikumar Gowda Ganiga, while throwing his weight behind DK Shivakumar for the Karnataka Chief Minister's post, claimed that all 136 Congress leaders are in favour of DK Shivakumar and expressed firm confidence that no one can stop Shivakumar from becoming the Chief Minister.

2026-02-16T11:22:05.651149+00:00 IST

What benefits Bill Gates’ visit bring to people of Andhra: YSRCP

YSRCP spokesperson and former MLA TJR Sudhakar Babu raised questions over the visit, asking what tangible benefits it would bring to the people of the state.

2026-02-16T11:15:05.059164+00:00 IST

Bhupen Kumar Borah is our asset: Gaurav Gogoi

Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, Gogoi said that senior party leaders held detailed deliberations with Borah for nearly three hours in an effort to address concerns.

2026-02-16T11:13:52.419916+00:00 IST

TGHRC seeks DGP report on Police lapse in Advocate's murder case

The Telangana State Human Rights Commission (TGHRC) has sought a detailed report from the Director General of Police (DGP) over alleged police negligence in the murder of advocate G Swapna Kumari, who was killed on February 4 in Chevella amid an ongoing land dispute.

2026-02-16T10:57:44.454168+00:00 IST

Bhupen Borah withdraws resignation

Speaking to reporters, Jitendra Singh said that Borah, who has been associated with the Indian National Congress for nearly three decades, had earlier submitted his resignation to the party's national president. However, the resignation was not accepted.

2026-02-16T10:20:08.183364+00:00 IST

"Idle mind is devil's workshop": BJP leader Sudha Halkai

Speaking to ANI here on Monday, Halkai said, "There is a saying in English: an idle mind is a devil's workshop. This is exactly what is happening with Priyank Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and their teammates, because they probably don't understand what the RSS is. The people who are doing selfless service to the nation look like devils to them. The entire Congress is going on like this, because the people who serve the nation are haunting them."

2026-02-16T09:36:30.089038+00:00 IST

Vijayendra slams Kharge over RSS remarks

Karnataka BJP leader Vijayendra on Monday strongly criticised Congress leader Priyank Kharge over his remarks on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), calling them an attempt to grab media attention.

2026-02-16T09:25:02.923443+00:00 IST

BJP's Kolagani Srinivas elected mayor of Karimnagar

BJP candidate Kolagani Srinivas was elected as the Mayor of Karimnagar Municipal Corporation on Monday.

2026-02-16T09:12:33.183990+00:00 IST

Congress MP Randeep Singh Surjewala slams India-US trade framewor

Congress MP Randeep Singh Surjewala on Monday launched a scathing attack on the Central government, alleging that the recent India-US interim trade framework sacrifices Indian farmers, energy security, and digital independence in favour of American interests.

2026-02-16T09:12:20.771057+00:00 IST

Akhilesh Prasad Singh calls Om Birla's Bangladesh visit "reward"

Speaking exclusively to ANI here, Singh said, "Om Birla must have been rewarded by the government for not allowing the LoP to speak in the Lok Sabha. At the same time, now that a new government has been formed (in Bangladesh), the Indian government should go there and strongly raise the issue of the atrocities being committed against minority Hindus and end the tension there."

2026-02-16T09:10:23.558573+00:00 IST

Mani Shankar slams infighting in Cong, predicts LDF win in Kerala

Speaking to ANI in Thiruvananthapuram, Aiyar questioned the electability of a divided house. "Who is going to vote for a party whose leaders are all at each other's throats?" Aiyar asked.

2026-02-16T09:07:15.075431+00:00 IST

VHP hits back at Priyank Kharge

Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) General Secretary Milind Parande on Monday strongly refuted Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge's statement alleging a huge money laundering racket behind the RSS, calling his remarks irresponsible and accusing him of attempting to discredit patriotic organisations.

2026-02-16T08:33:31.776850+00:00 IST