Politics

Arun Bharti reacts to Sarvjeet 'Bechara' statement

Speaking to reporters, Bharti asserted that Paswan worked for all sections of society, adding that the RJD prioritises its own interests and disrespects Paswan's memory.

2026-02-15T17:02:41.470210+00:00 IST

Delhi: Crime Branch foils Burari murder plot, nabs Kaushal Gang

The Crime Branch of Delhi Police has apprehended a 22-year-old alleged shooter linked to the Delhi Police-monitored Kaushal Chaudhary Gang and foiled a purported plot to murder a businessman in North Delhi's Burari area, officials said on Sunday.

2026-02-15T16:47:39.166809+00:00 IST

"Cannot face the truth..": Kumari Selja slams Centre

Congress leader Kumari Selja on Sunday backed Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi's critique of the India-US interim trade agreement in the first phase of the 2026 Budget Session. Speaking to ANI, she said that BJP leaders fled Parliament when Rahul Gandhi spoke, thereby avoiding accountability.

2026-02-15T16:02:59.639715+00:00 IST

Gujarat CM offers prayers at Bhavnath Mahadev Temple

On the occasion of Mahashivratri, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel offered prayers and performed puja at the Bhavnath Mahadev Temple, located at the foothills of Girnar, here on Sunday.

2026-02-15T14:53:59.248826+00:00 IST

Manickam Tagore over alliance discussions with DMK

Speaking to reporters in Tirupparankundram, Tagore said that 70 days had passed since the Congress was informed that a committee would be constituted for talks, but the party had yet to see any concrete progress in that direction.

2026-02-15T13:39:53.219519+00:00 IST

Karti Chidambaram slams Centre over Parliament dysfunction

Chidambaram said, "It's very unfortunate and very disappointing that Parliament has, by and large, become dysfunctional and is slowly losing its relevance as well because it's not serving the purpose it was intended to serve."

2026-02-15T13:28:33.640883+00:00 IST

Mohan Bhagwat attends social harmony meeting in Gorakhpur

According to Sangh sources, the RSS chief addressed prominent citizens and volunteers at the social harmony meeting held at Baba Gambhir Nath Auditorium. Prior to the meeting, he inaugurated an exhibition on the Sangh's 100-year journey and the theme of 'Panch Parivartan' by lighting a ceremonial lamp.

2026-02-15T13:21:05.385880+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand CM Dhami inaugurates advocate chambers in Khatima

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the newly constructed chambers for advocates at Khatima Civil Court, built at a cost of Rs 1 crore, by cutting the ribbon and lighting the ceremonial lamp on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri.

2026-02-15T12:59:33.815835+00:00 IST

'We bought 15 times more grain from farmers at MSP than Congress'

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday slammed Congress and LoP Rahul Gandhi for misleading the public by telling lies, adding that the Modi government has bought 15 times more grain from farmers at Minimum Support Price (MSP) than the previous UPA government. Addressing a gathering in Gandhinagar, Shah said, "Congress government and the Congress leadership always mislead the public by telling lies. I laugh at it."

2026-02-15T12:46:12.775975+00:00 IST

61st edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle held in Dehradun

The 61st edition of 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' was organised in Dehradun on Sunday, witnessing enthusiastic participation from youth and citizens.

2026-02-15T12:28:04.063971+00:00 IST

SP chief Akhilesh Yadav targets govt over Rafale jet, raises ‘mak

Akhilesh Yadav, chief of the Samajwadi Party, on Sunday said his party does not want to discuss the "Epstein files" and raised concerns over the growing influence of social media and India's economic engagement with the United States.

2026-02-15T12:13:16.938537+00:00 IST

"This is not sport, it’s business': Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey on Sunday criticised the scheduling of the India-Pakistan match in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, questioning the rationale behind sporting ties amid political tensions.

2026-02-15T12:08:54.886108+00:00 IST

Vijay will "secularly break votes": Karti Chidambaram ahead TN poll

As Tamil Nadu prepares for the upcoming assembly elections in the state, Congress MP Karti Chidambaram said that actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay would "secularly break votes" across parties, given his status as a popular figure in the state, noting that this could, in turn, create a new "third front" in the political landscape.

2026-02-15T11:50:19.619324+00:00 IST

BJP's brand of politics doesn't resonate with people in TN: Karti

"The BJP is a drag as far as Tamil Nadu politics is concerned. While the BJP has succeeded in many parts of India, its brand of politics does not resonate with people in the state. And their brand of politics doesn't gel well with Tamil Nadu. BJP is only looked at from a national prism. And in the national prism, their actions are not something which gels well with the average person from Tamil Nadu," Karti told ANI.

2026-02-15T11:46:17.063652+00:00 IST

"The way they talk about women is highly atrocious": Tamilisai So

The 10th Metropolitan Magistrate Court in Egmore sentenced Krishnamurthy to three years in prison for making derogatory remarks against Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi and BJP leader Khushbu Sundar in 2023. Metropolitan Magistrate P Revathi on Sunday found the 65-year-old guilty in the case. In addition to the jail term, the court also imposed a fine of Rs 20,000.

2026-02-15T11:27:05.345238+00:00 IST

"Funny situation": Manoj Jha criticises India-Pak T20 match

Speaking to ANI, he questioned the focus on handshakes amidst billions of rupees involved, especially after the Pahalgam attack. Jha stated, "Either play or not. Don't try to subscribe to either narrative through pretence or deception."

2026-02-15T10:43:18.983571+00:00 IST

Bawankule on state Congress chief remarks on Shivaji Maharaj

Speaking to reporters in Nagpur, Bawankule suggested that Sapkal be admitted into a mental hospital, highlighting the presence of a "creature" in his mind.

2026-02-15T09:35:14.934800+00:00 IST

Sapkal on his controversial remarks on his Tipu Sultan remarks

Speaking to reporters here, Sapkal called Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj a pride of the nation, asserting that Tipu Sultan drew inspiration from him and carried forward the struggle for self-rule.

2026-02-15T09:26:16.061468+00:00 IST

"Everyone should read those verses": BJP MP Ravi Kishan

Kishan told ANI, "Everyone should read those verses. Every youth of the country wants the verses recited at the time of independence to be remembered, and, along with 'Jana Gana Mana', everyone should also memorise Vande Mataram. The youth have welcomed this."

2026-02-15T09:06:04.047526+00:00 IST

Rahul Gandhi intensifies attack on Centre over US trade deal

In an 'X' post, Gandhi asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the meaning of importing Distillers Dried Grains (DDG) crops from the US. He said that this means Indian cattle would be fed distillers' grain made from Genetically Modified (GM) American corn, and questioned whether it wouldn't effectively make Indian milk production dependent on the US agricultural industry.

2026-02-15T08:51:16.848899+00:00 IST

BJP's CR Kesavan calls him 'Joseph Goebbels' of Indian politics

BJP leader CR Kesavan on Sunday criticised Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, stating that his "devious" attempts to mislead the farmers will go in vain, amid the opposition's backlash at the India-US interim trade deal.

2026-02-15T08:49:45.803918+00:00 IST