Politics

"Avoid relying on Wikipedia or perceptions": RSS chief Bhagwat

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday urged people not to rely on Wikipedia or general media coverage, which he labels "misleading" or "propaganda," and called for internal unity while warning about deep scepticism toward external portrayals of the Sangh.

2026-02-07T17:47:56.803001+00:00 IST

India-US trade framework triggers political storm in nation

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday placed farmers at the government's defence of the India-US interim trade agreement, declaring the day would be "etched on golden letters" in India's economic history. The Congress led a fierce counter-offensive, with Party media department chairman Pawan Khera calling the framework a "humiliating failure," alleging that India had opened its agricultural market under American pressure and halted imports of Russian oil.

2026-02-07T17:04:51.770980+00:00 IST

DMK MP Kanimozhi slams Centre over India-US trade agreement

The United States and India announced a framework for an Interim Agreement on reciprocal, mutually beneficial trade, reaffirming their commitment to a broader Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) launched by President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 13, 2025.

2026-02-07T16:28:09.374127+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand CM attends Winter Carnival of Govt college in Khatima

The Chief Minister said that, for the first time, spiritual and cultural activities, such as Bhajan Climbing, are being introduced by the Student Union under the Winter Carnival. He said such initiatives are not just events but a confluence of Sanatan culture, folk traditions, and youth consciousness.

2026-02-07T16:25:18.063594+00:00 IST

Venkat Reddy seeks sweeping mandate in Nalgonda civic polls

Declaring that the Nalgonda Municipal Corporation has remained a traditional bastion of the Congress, Roads and Buildings and Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy on Saturday appealed to voters to deliver a historic verdict in the February 11 civic elections by electing Congress candidates with an overwhelming majority in all 48 divisions.

2026-02-07T16:08:52.608956+00:00 IST

Andhra Pradesh: YSRCP slams CM over false claims on helipad land

YSRCP Mangalagiri constituency coordinator Dontireddy Vemareddy dismissed as "blatant lies" the Chief Minister's allegation that farmer land was forcibly taken for a helipad in Tadepalli during the YSRCP government.

2026-02-07T15:29:43.503874+00:00 IST

Commenting without knowing not right: Rijiju on Gandhi's remarks

"Who was arrested? MP Pappu Yadav was arrested. Well, if he was arrested, the police must have done it, right? If someone is arrested in a police case, how can anyone comment without knowing the details? That is not right. It must be a police case," Rijiju said to the reporters.

2026-02-07T15:26:35.481323+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand CM attends 2nd Rural Cricket Tournament in Khatima

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday participated in the 2nd Rural Cricket Tournament-2026, organised in memory of Late Manish Chand at Biriya Majhola in Khatima, highlighting the role of sports in empowering rural youth.

2026-02-07T15:22:50.775048+00:00 IST

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy "trojan horse" for BJP among Congress:

KTR exhorted the electorate, particularly minorities, to "peel back the Congress mask" to reveal the saffron identity underneath. "Revanth was never a Congressman at heart; he remains a BJP man through and through. He is merely the younger brother to the 'Bade Bhai' in Delhi," KTR asserted, suggesting a clandestine tactical understanding between the CM and the BJP top brass.

2026-02-07T15:19:21.114027+00:00 IST

'India to import more soybean oil, reduce tariffs on fruits'

Speaking to ANI, Sachdev said that India intended to increase imports, which could impact local pricing and production, and that tariff reductions on American produce would mean more competition for domestic growers but more variety for Indian consumers.

2026-02-07T15:11:45.202816+00:00 IST

“Our target is to win 200 constituencies": CM MK Stalin

Recalling the party's clean sweep in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Stalin said the DMK had delivered on its promise of winning all 40 parliamentary seats and was now ready to set a new benchmark. "Our target is to win 200 constituencies. Even if a family has not voted for us so far, you must campaign until the very last minute," he told party workers, calling for sustained grassroots outreach.

2026-02-07T13:40:04.497268+00:00 IST

"We should work together": BJP welcomes Pednekar as BMC LoP

Acknowledging her work, he said, "We will respectfully consider and honour her suggestions while working," adding that the BJP would field a Marathi candidate anyway.

2026-02-07T13:27:36.853219+00:00 IST

Himachal CM reviews MLA priorities for 2026-27, highlights major

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday held discussions with legislators from Shimla and Kangra districts during the second and final session of the two-day meeting convened to determine the priorities of MLAs for the financial year 2026-27.

2026-02-07T13:14:20.182974+00:00 IST

'Sold country after PM Modi's name came up in Epstein files'

Escalating his attack, the AAP MP alleged, "This agreement is a betrayal to the country. You have sold the country under the pressure that PM Modi's name came up in the Epstein files."

2026-02-07T13:10:40.160660+00:00 IST

HP apple economy to be badly hit by foreign trade agreement

The Horticulture, Revenue and Tribal Development Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Jagat Singh Negi on Saturday warned that the state's apple-based economy would be severely impacted due to foreign trade agreements signed by the Union government and the drastic reduction in import duty on apple imports from several countries, including the United States and the European Union.

2026-02-07T13:05:50.212626+00:00 IST

India-US trade agreement to boost industry, jobs: Jitin Prasada

"Under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, this is a landmark deal between India and the US. This is a historic deal. The 50 per cent tariff has been cut down to 18 per cent. Trade will thrive, industries of people will thrive, and employment opportunities will increase," he said.

2026-02-07T12:05:50.640814+00:00 IST

Union Budget puts India on track to become third-largest economy

Patil said inflation has been contained, and the country's growth trajectory remains strong under Narendra Modi's leadership. Drawing a comparison with previous governments, he said that despite former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh being an economist and leading the country for a decade, India's economy had remained ranked 11th globally.

2026-02-07T12:05:08.258702+00:00 IST

India-US interim trade deal will empower farmer: Ramdas Athawale

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Saturday welcomed the India-US interim trade agreement, saying the framework would strengthen bilateral trade ties and benefit key sectors, including agriculture, while dismissing concerns being raised about its impact on farmers.

2026-02-07T12:03:23.284220+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand CM Dhami lays foundation stone for Sharda Ghat redeve

The Chief Minister also inaugurated ecological corridor works worth ₹85 crore and laid the foundation stones for 20 development projects with a total cost exceeding ₹319 crore. On the occasion, he also participated in the Magh Khichdi programme.

2026-02-07T11:45:27.750597+00:00 IST

"India-US trade deal not on equal terms": Priyanka Chaturvedi

Speaking to reporters, Chaturvedi said the deal appeared uneven, noting differences in tariffs: the US will cut tariffs on Indian goods to 18%, while India will eliminate or reduce tariffs on US industrial and agricultural products.

2026-02-07T11:34:18.004172+00:00 IST

NHRC's Priyank Kanoongo alleges hate prayer against Assam CM

"The incident of Miya Muslim mullahs and maulanas in Assam organising gatherings to pray for the death of the Chief Minister @himantabiswa, who belongs to the indigenous community of the state, is a very dangerous development. Harbouring hatred and spreading racial violence on the basis of colour, identity, facial features, language, religion, social traditions, customs, etc., is a crime," said Kanoongo.

2026-02-07T11:17:33.406595+00:00 IST