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Grateful for his effective leadership: PM Modi pays tribute to former PM Narasimha Rao on birth anniversary
New Delhi, June 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tributes to former Prime Minister late P.V. Narasimha Rao on his birth anniversary, recalling his pivotal role in shaping India's development trajectory during a crucial phase of economic and political transformation.
Kharge takes some people say Modi first swipe at Tharoor; party MP makes cryptic sky belongs to no one post
New Delhi, June 25: Hours after Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge took a veiled jibe at Shashi Thaoor, saying he is in Congress Working Committee "because his English is very good", the party MP from Thiruvananthapuram made a cryptic post amid an apparent unease in his ties with the party.
Monsoon session of Parliament from July 21 to August 12
New Delhi, June 4: The Monsoon Session of Parliament will begin on July 21 and conclude on August 12, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced on Wednesday.
Union Council of Ministers to meet on June 4 ahead of Modi govt 3.0's first anniversary
New Delhi, June 2: The Union Council of Ministers is scheduled to meet on June 4 at the Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in the national capital. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the meeting, which comes just days before the Modi 3.0 government marks the completion of its first year in office on June 9.
This is why Congress continues to shrink: JD(U) slams Kharge's remarks on Op Sindoor
New Delhi, June 2: Responding strongly to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's demand for proof of damage inflicted during Operation Sindoor, Janata Dal (United) spokesperson Neeraj Kumar said it is due to such political posturing on national security issues that the party continues to shrink.
Ravi Shankar Prasad-led delegation departs from Denmark visit for UK
Copenhagen, June 1: An all-party Indian parliamentary delegation, led by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, departed from Denmark on Saturday (local time) for the United Kingdom as part of India's efforts to reach out to partner countries to highlight its firm stance against cross-border terrorism and its policy of zero-tolerance to terrorism.
We will build grand Ram Mandir in PoK, narrate Ram Katha: Jagadguru Rambhadracharya (IANS Interview)
New Delhi, May 30: In a bold and spiritual declaration, Jagadguru Rambhadracharya, a revered Hindu religious leader, has said that Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) will be reclaimed by India, and once that happens, a magnificent Ram Mandir will be built there, where Ram Katha will be narrated.
Operation Sindoor not over yet, 'New India' will crush terrorism: PM Modi
Patna, May 30: On his two-day visit to Bihar on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that Operation Sindoor is not over, and warned that every act of terror will be met with a powerful response.
Congress must rise above party politics on national issues: Shiv Sena on Tharoor row
New Delhi, May 29: Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam on Thursday slammed the Congress for criticising MP Shashi Tharoor, saying that unfair criticism of Tharoor reflects the frustration currently prevailing within the grand old party, and it must rise above the party politics on the national issues.
Less knowledge is dangerous: Pramod Tiwari slams BJP's Nishikant Dubey
New Delhi, May 28: Congress leader Pramod Tiwari launched a scathing attack on BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, demanding his immediate recall from an ongoing foreign delegation after his recent remarks on late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
Row over 'Congress office' in Turkey: Party sues BJP IT cell chief, latter insists on 'clear answer'
New Delhi, May 21: An ugly altercation has broken out between Congress and BJP, leading to a legal lawsuit, over the latter’s claims of the grand old party opening its overseas office in Turkey, an ally of Pakistan.
Raghav Chadha among keynote speakers at Asian Leadership Conference, RS MP excited for 'Davos of East' summit
New Delhi, May 19: Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha is set to join the ranks of former US Presidents, including Barack Obama and George W Bush, as he has been selected as a distinguished keynote speaker at the Asian Leadership Conference (ALC) 2025, beginning from May 21, in Seoul.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta hails RSS for nation-building
New Delhi, May 18: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday praised the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for its role in nation building and described the organisation as a ‘living school of culture’.
Kuki-Zo MLAs, civil society groups urge Centre to hold talks with Kuki militant outfits
Guwahati/Imphal, May 17: In a significant development, some MLAs and leaders of the Kuki-Zo communities in Manipur held a crucial meeting in Guwahati on Friday and demanded the Central government to resume talks with the Kuki militant outfits with whom the government earlier signed Suspension of Operation (SoO) accord, sources said.
Sign of mental bankruptcy to divide military by caste: BJP's Praveen Khandelwal slams Ram Gopal Yadav, demands public apology
New Delhi, May 16: BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal on Friday lashed out at SP leader Ram Gopal Yadav for his controversial remarks referring to the caste identities of senior Defence officials.
INDIA bloc spreading misinformation to mislead particular community: Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Waqf bill
New Delhi, March 30: Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Sunday accused the INDIA bloc of spreading misinformation regarding the Waqf Amendment Bill, with an intention to mislead a particular community.
Parliament Budget Session: Sitharaman to move Banking Laws Amendment Bill in RS, Shah to push Tribhuvan Sahkari University Bill
New Delhi, March 25: The Budget Session of Parliament will resume on Wednesday with key bills such as The Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill 2024, the Protection of Interests in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2025 set to be moved in Rajya Sabha while Union Home Minister Amit Shah will move The "Tribhuvan" Sahkari University Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha.
Baseless meeting, time pass: Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on JAC's delimitation meeting
Hyderabad, March 23: Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on Sunday dismissed the Joint Action Committee (JAC) meeting on the delimitation issue as a "baseless" and "time pass" exercise aimed at maligning the BJP.
BJP leader K Laxman slams Tamil Nadu govt amid delimitation row
Hyderabad, March 23: Amid a row that erupted over the issue of delimitation, Rajya Sabha MP and BJP OBC Morcha National President K Laxman has launched a scathing attack on the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government.
They want to divert people's attention from governance: BJP's Sudhakar Reddy on Opposition meet on delimitation
Trichy, March 23: Sudhakar Reddy, BJP Tamil Nadu National Co in-charge, has called the Joint Action Committee meeting on delimitation a" political move" to divert people's attention from the misgovernance of the Tamil Nadu government and the other States ruled by the Opposition.
We want to make public aware of this issue: Telangana CM Reddy on delimitation
Chennai, March 22: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Saturday stated that the opposition parties are aiming to raise awareness among the public on the proposed issue of delimitation.
Is South India getting punished for population control?: Punjab CM after attending JAC meeting on Delimitation
Chennai, March 22: After attending the first Joint Action Committee (JAC) meeting on Delimitation, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are reducing seats where they don't win.
JAC applauds CM Stalin for initiative on fair delimitation process
Chennai, March 22: The Joint Action Council (JAC) meeting held here on Saturday has passed a resolution commending Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin for taking the lead in initiating a fair and transparent delimitation process aimed at safeguarding the political and economic interests of well-performing states.
Thankful of HM's assurance...: Jagan Reddy's 'placatory' letter to PM Modi on delimitation
Tadepalli, March 22: Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has taken a more plactory stand in his letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the delimitation exercise.
Next meeting on delimitation will be held in Hyderabad: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
Chennai, March 22: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday said that the next meeting on the delimitation of constituencies will be held in Hyderabad, Telangana.
K.T. Rama Rao slams Centre's proposed delimitation, warns of fiscal discrimination against South India
Chennai, March 22: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President K.T. Rama Rao on Saturday strongly criticised the Centre's proposed delimitation move, warning that it could severely undermine the interests of South Indian states.
Proposed delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies hangs as a threat over south India: CM Vijayan
Chennai, March 22: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, participating in the Joint Action Council meeting convened by his Tamil Nadu counterpart M.K. Stalin on Saturday, said various reports indicate that the BJP-led Union Government is going ahead with the delimitation process without any consultation, and contended that this sudden move is not driven by any constitutional principle or any democratic imperative, but by "narrow political interests".
BRS delegation led by KTR to attend Chennai meet on delimitation
Hyderabad, March 21: A delegation from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), led by its Working President K.T. Rama Rao, has departed for Chennai to attend a conference of southern states scheduled on Saturday to discuss the proposed delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies.
I have simple yardstick for decisions, My country first: PM Modi
New Delhi, March 16: Interacting with renowned podcaster Lex Fridman, Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened up about his decision-making process. PM Modi stated that his extensive travelling, governance perspective and the mantra of keeping "My country first" guides him.
Fascinating conversation!: PM Modi shares glimpses into podcast with Lex Fridman
New Delhi, March 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a sneak peek on Saturday into the areas of discussion he held with world-renowned scientist and podcaster Lex Fridman.
ONOE will save a lot of time and money: Rajnath Singh hails PM Modi for initiative
New Delhi, March 8: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh spoke exclusively to IANS on a range of topics including One Nation One Election (ONOE).
BJP conspiring to 'weaken' South India, says Telangana CM
Hyderabad, Feb 28: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, on Friday, accused the BJP of conspiring to politically and economically 'weaken' South India.
Fight over USAID funding: Cong claims 7 projects got grant, BJP calls it 'theatrics to hide beneficiaries'
New Delhi, Feb 24: The raging row over USAID funding to India for 'voter turnout' has kicked up a political storm, with Congress and BJP taking turns to potshots at each other over the 'beneficiaries'. Congress called it another 'jumla' to mislead and misguide the nation while BJP has snapped back, accusing the former of colluding with foreign forces to conspire against country.
BJP relying on falsehoods and propaganda: Gaurav Gogoi slams BJP over Trump's USD 21 mn statement
Jorhat, February 22: Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi responded to a statement by former US President Donald Trump regarding the alleged transfer of USD 21 million to India for 'Voter Turnout' just before elections.
No foreign spark ahead of this session: PM Modi takes dig at Oppn
New Delhi, Jan 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that for the first time in 10 years, there has been no attempt from abroad to stoke any trouble ahead of the Parliament session.