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Land ordinance stuck as consensus eludes political parties in Nepal
Kathmandu, Feb 15: The political instability in Nepal has resurfaced with a controversial land ordinance bill getting stalled in the National Assembly.
Former UK PM Rishi Sunak visits Taj Mahal along with family, says few places can unite like this
Agra, February 15: Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visited the Taj Mahal along with his family members on Saturday.
Nepal Deputy PM, Pokhara Mayor sustain burn injuries in balloon explosion, admitted at hospital
Kathmandu, February 15: Nepal's Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel and Pokhara Metropolitan Mayor Dhanraj Acharya sustained burn injuries due to balloon explosion at a public event on Saturday.
Diplomacy does not mean saying everything in public: Shashi Tharoor
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 15: Reacting to the deporting of Indian nationals from the U.S., the former diplomat and senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, saying diplomacy does not mean saying everything in public.
After Rajan Salvi's exit, another rebellion in SS(UBT)? 'Sulking' Konkan MLA adds to party's woes
Mumbai, Feb 15: The rebel factor which impacted both the Mahayuti as well as MahVikasAgahdi (MVA) alliance in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, continues to create headache for Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT), as the latest episode threatens to erode the party's sole bastion in Konkan region, once a stronghold of the united Shiv Sena under Bal Thackeray.
New CM's name will be out in couple of days, says Delhi BJP chief; 3 AAP councillors jump ship
New Delhi, Feb 15: The suspense over the name of the new Delhi Chief Minister is likely to continue for a few more days, hinted Delhi BJP President Virender Sachdeva on Saturday, saying “we will be sharing the good news in a day or two”.
Stalin accuses AIADMK leader Palaniswami of acting as BJP's 'voice dubber'
Chennai, Feb 15: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has accused AIADMK leader Edappadi K.
No one leaves PM Modi due to his impressive working style: Jayant Chaudhary
Patna, Feb 15: Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership on Saturday, stating that any leader associated with him would not leave due to his exceptional working style.
Prez Rule in Manipur will pave way for due political settlements: Apex tribal body
Imphal, Feb 15: Reiterating its support to the President's Rule in Manipur, the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), an apex body of Kuki-Zo tribals in the state, on Saturday, expressed confidence that it would pave the way for due political settlements.
Tharoor's applause for PM Modi and Kerala irks LoP Satheesan
Kochi, Feb 15: Thiruvananthapuram Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's recent statements have sparked more criticism from his party colleagues than from other political leaders. On Saturday, Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Assembly, V.D.
Centre orders probe into alleged irregularities in Kejriwal's 'Sheesh Mahal'
New Delhi, Feb 15: In a fresh setback for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Centre has ordered a probe into alleged irregularities concerning his official residence, popularly known as 'Sheesh Mahal'.
Hardeep Singh Puri at forefront of making India hub for petroleum, natural gas initiatives: PM Modi
New Delhi, Feb 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Saturday, praising his pivotal role in advancing India's energy sector.
Telangana CM's remarks on PM Modi's caste cheap: BJP's Ramchander Rao
Hyderabad, February 15: BJP leader N Ramchander Rao on Saturday condemned Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's caste terming them as "cheap" and in poor political taste.
Cong chief Kharge names new general secretaries, state in-charges
New Delhi, Feb 14: In a major reshuffle on Friday, the Congress has appointed new general secretaries and in-charges for 11 states and union territories.
His mentality is anti-BC: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy attacks PM Modi
Hyderabad, February 14: Facing opposition criticism over "discrepancies" in the caste survey in the state, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Thursday attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of "anti-BC" mentality and alleging that he is "legally converted BC".
Vice President Dhankhar addresses concerns about democracy, warns against derailing institutions
Bhopal, February 14: Vice President, Jagdeep Dhankhar, addressed the faculty and students of the National Judicial Academy in Bhopal, raising concerns about the state of the nation's institutions and democracy.
Karnataka CM orders action against those behind Udayagiri police station attack
Bengaluru, February 14: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has directed the police to take strict action against those responsible for instigating violence after a mob allegedly attacked the Udayagiri police station in Mysuru earlier this week, a government release said.
Kharge goes for AICC reshuffle; Bhaghel assigned Punjab, BK Hariprasad incharge of Haryana
New Delhi, February 14: The Congress effected a major reshuffle of its office-bearers on Friday, appointing former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel as general secretary incharge of Punjab and party MP Syed Naseer Hussain as general secretary in charge of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma meets Director General of CRPF
Guwahati, February 14: Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma met the Director General of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), GP Singh at his official residence, accoriding to a press release.
Handover process of Jayalalithaa's seized valuables to TN govt begins
Bengaluru, Feb 14: A Special Court in Bengaluru has started the process of handing over the seized property of jewellery and other valuables belonging to late former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, an official said on Friday.
It's okay if I am last Reddy CM: Revanth Reddy
Hyderabad, Feb 14: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said on Friday that it was okay if he was the last Chief Minister from the Reddy community.
Munich Security Conference opens amid complex geopolitical landscape
Munich, Feb 14: The 61st Munich Security Conference (MSC) kicked off here on Friday, bringing together policymakers and experts to discuss pressing global security challenges amid the accelerating rise of multipolarity and a complex geopolitical landscape.
'Even beggars refuse to take Re 1': Maha minister's statement on crop insurance sparks controversy
Amravati (Maharashtra), Feb 14: Maharashtra's agriculture minister and NCP leader Manikrao Kokate on Friday sparked a controversy after he said that even beggars do not take a rupee in handout but the state government has provided crop insurance to farmers at Re 1.
Delhi Congress questions BJP on delay in naming new CM
New Delhi, Feb 14: Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee (DPCC) President Devender Yadav on Friday slammed the 'undue delay' in appointment of BJP's new Chief Minister, describing it an outcome of a power struggle in the party.
Bihar Minister Nitin Nabin targets Lalu Yadav, claims BJP grows stronger with his resolutions
Patna, February 14: BJP leader and Bihar minister Nitin Nabin targeted Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, stating that he has made many resolutions, which have, in fact, become a strength for the BJP. Nabin added that Lalu had opposed the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, but he was proven wrong, as the temple has now been built.
Poster war hots up ahead of Assembly polls as RJD takes dig at Nitish Kumar
Patna, Feb 14: Bihar's political climate is heating up ahead of the Assembly polls, with the RJD launching a fresh poster attack on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in Patna on Friday.
Selection Committee to appoint new Chief Election Commissioner ahead of Rajiv Kumar's retirement
New Delhi, February 14: With Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar set to retire on February 18, the selection committee for appointing his successor is expected to meet next week, possibly on Sunday or Monday, as the notification for the fixed meeting date is yet to be issued.
NCP sets up core group ahead of civic body polls in Maharashtra
Mumbai, February 14: Ahead of the upcoming local and civic body elections in Maharashtra, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Friday formed a seven-member core group to focus on strengthening the party organisation, implementing various policies and making government welfare decisions across the state.
Security tightened in Imphal after President's rule in Manipur
Imphal, February 14: Security was tightened in the capital city of Imphal on Friday, following the President's rule imposed in Manipur amid prolonged ethnic violence and political instability in the region.
Gujarat CM performs Bhoomi Poojan for SOUL's leadership campus in Gandhinagar
Gandhinagar, February 14: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel performed the Bhoomi Poojan for SOUL's state-of-the-art campus in Gandhinagar. The ceremony was graced by Sudhir Mehta, Chairman of the Board of Directors of SOUL; SOUL Board Members; Dr. Hasmukh Adhia, Former Finance Secretary to the Government of India and Chairman of the SOUL Executive Committee; along with distinguished invitees and senior secretaries.
Punjab govt's directive to curb corruption laudable, says AAP
Chandigarh, Feb 14: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday lauded its ruling government in Punjab for its directive to all district officials from Deputy Commissioners to Station House Officers (SHOs) to curb corruption, calling it a “major step towards honest governance.”
Assam Cabinet to probe MP's alleged ties to national security threats on Feb 16
Guwahati, February 14: The Assam Cabinet is set to convene on February 16 to discuss the implications of recent revelations concerning an MP from Assam on national security.
BRS leader K Kavitha demands separate bills for education, employment, and reservations for Backward Classes in Telangana
Jangaon, February 14: In a significant development in Telangana, Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLC K Kavitha has urged the state government to introduce separate bills for education, employment, and political reservations for Backward Classes (BCs), rather than a unified bill.
US Senate confirms Robert F Kennedy Jr as Health and Human Services Secretary
Washington, DC, February 14: The US Senate on Thursday voted to confirm Robert F Kennedy Jr, an anti-vaccine activist as US Health and Human Services Secretary, NBC News reported.
Ashok Gehlot has no moral right to speak on phone tapping: Union Minister Shekhawat
Jaipur, Feb 14: Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Friday strongly criticised former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot over the phone tapping issue, saying he has no moral right to discuss it.
BJP govt should not cite lack of funds for Mahila Samman scheme: Atishi
New Delhi, Feb 14: Dishing out data on the AAP government's good financial performance, outgoing Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Friday sought to plug any chance for the next BJP government offering an excuse of lack of funds for not implementing schemes like Rs 2,500 monthly financial assistance to women.
Trinamool biggest beneficiary of binary politics: CPI(M) report on Bengal
Kolkata, Feb 14: CPI(M), in its internal party document, has identified Trinamool Congress as the biggest beneficiary of binary polarization of politics in West Bengal.
Ajit Pawar sets up core group for NCP consolidation in Maharashtra
Mumbai, Feb 14: Ahead of the upcoming local and civic body elections in Maharashtra, the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Friday formed a seven-member core group to focus on strengthening the party organisation, implementation of various policies and government's welfare decisions across the state.
South Korea: Nearly 6 out of 10 support Yoon's impeachment over martial law declaration
Seoul, Feb 14: Nearly 6 out of 10 South Koreans support impeaching South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol over his short-lived martial law declaration, a survey showed on Friday, as the Constitutional Court appeared to move closer to decide whether to formally remove him from office or reinstate him.
Trump launches attack on BRICS; threatens 100 pc tariff if it launched currency
New York, Feb 14: US President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on BRICS, saying it would be "dead" if it launched a rival currency, even though the proposal has been shot down by India.