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Shivakumar downplays HC Mahadevappa's ail cannot shake the dog remark, deferring leadership issues to the High Command.

Meanwhile, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut claimed the decision to support Shindes Shiv Sena in KDMC was taken by MNSs local leadership not Raj Thackeray himself.

The Chief Minister tabled the first part of Justice Kurian Joseph committee report on centre-state relations in the Tamil Nadu Assembly.

Rohit Pawar said that a fair inquiry is unlikely in the case while the minister continues in office and claimed that the company is being protected.

Devda tabled the budget amid interruptions from the Opposition, which raised concerns over the mounting debt burden on the people of the state.

The leadership has made it clear that performance and public perception will be key criteria in deciding nominations

Farooq Abdullah thanked God that the South remains free from communal forces that have been trying to polarise the nation.

Sharing what he called his days of distress, Assam CM Himanta Sarma said the scenario changed after Rahul Gandhi made phone calls to party leaders from the United States

Bhupen Kumar Borah will join BJP on February 22, confirmed by Himanta Biswa Sarma, with Dilip Saikia present at the event.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged that there were numerous complaints against the SIR in Bihar, and asked why the documents accepted in Bihar are not being allowed in Bengal

The crash that took place on January 28 in Baramati, killed five people on board.

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed hope that the wait is nearing its end, but said o one in Jammu and Kashmir will be satisfied until the restoration is officially enacted

Mahadevappa sparked row by allegedly likening Congress colleagues to street dogs amid Karnataka leadership speculation, drawing criticism from DK Suresh and Shivaganga Basavaraj.

Ravindra Jaiswal alleged large-scale irregularities in the voter list revision process in Varanasi, claiming that nearly one lakh votes were reduced from his assembly segment

The police have registered a case against Nathan, the BJP president of Tamil Nadu's Karur unit, for his remark allegedly made during a protest on February 10.

Expelled Congress leader Navjot Kaur Sidhu said Rahul Gandhi talks well and talks sense, but what he does and what he says are very different.

Yogi Adityanath said the National Song, which was accorded recognition by the Constituent Assembly on January 24, 1950, symbolises India's pride and honour.

Expelled Congress leader Navjot Kaur Sidhu criticised Rahul Gandhi for being inaccessible and unequal in approach, while praising Prime Minister Modis demeanour.

For the SP, Nasimuddin Siddiqui's induction strengthens the partys Muslim leadership profile at a time when senior leader Azam Khan has faced prolonged legal, political setbacks

While the state was observing mourning and government offices were officially closed, the department's online system showed that approvals continued to be granted

Hariprasad explained that the energy and occasional turbulence surrounding the state president are simply natural by-products of a powerful momentum

The comment was made while responding to Vijays assertion that his party would emerge as a key challenger in the upcoming Assembly elections.

Abu Azmi accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of politicising the issue, alleging that the saffron party is annoyed with Muslims.

Assam Congress in-charge Jitendra Singh informed that Bora's resignation was not accepted by the party.

Infighting, strain with allies to senior leaders comments: A look at the Congresss poll position, alliances in Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Bengal

Aiyars remarks come amid a storm over his recent praise for Kerala CM Vijayan, including his assertion that the Left leader would continue in office after the upcoming polls.

Sanjaya Baru described Mamata Banerjee as a self-made, first-generation leader with her feet firmly on the ground.

Bhupen Borah's resignation comes just months ahead of the Assam state assembly elections. He was expected to contest from the newly formed Ranganodi constituency.

This came after Vijay on Friday told Congress, without naming it, to understand that the DMK was using the party only to win elections.

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said the United Democratic Front (UDF) would return to power in Kerala, rejecting Aiyar's prediction on CM Pinarayi Vijayan's comeback.

Mani Shankar Aiyar said that the only state in India where progress has been made in Gandhijis direction is CPI(M)-ruled Kerala.

Renuka Chowdhury faces a breach of privilege notice for bringing a stray dog to Parliament and making remarks against MPs.

Cops said three Congress workers, two BJP workers, two police personnel, and two journalists sustained minor injuries in the melee.

Amit Shah asserted that PM Modi and his government had ensured full protection of farmers' interests in every agreement.

Tamil Nadu BJP Chief Nainar Nagendran invited controversy after he made a personal remark involving TVK Chief Vijay and actress Trisha.

After Sapkals statement comparing Tipu Sultan with Shivaji, leaders of the BJP in Ahilyanagar announced a Rs 10 lakh reward for anyone who would cut off his tongue.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived on a day-long visit to Assam to inaugurate an emergency landing facility (ELF) and launch projects worth over Rs 5,500 crore

PM Modi said that while the Muslim League divided India during Independence, today, Congress has become Muslim LeagueMaoist Congress.

He made it clear that if the promised ministerial position does not come through, he would aim for the Chief Ministers post in the future.

The minister offered a detailed reality check to counter what he termed 'Rahul jis fakery'

For instance, inspired by Narendra Modi's successful 'chai pe charcha', the BNP organised 'chaayer adda' (conversations over tea)

NCP leader Praful Patel asserted that Sunetra Pawar is set to take over the party's top post in the next fortnight.

Shashi Tharoor named co-chairman of Congress campaign committee for Kerala polls, ending rift rumors. Ramesh Chennithala is chairman. Kerala elections expected in April-May.

Amid CM MK Stalin's Tamil Nadu poll outreach for 1.3 crore voters, a look at women-centric cash schemes used to shape political contests across states

On the ground, there is visible support among a segment of residents for Humayun Kabir's Babri mosque project.

Nishikant Dubey reiterates accusations against Rahul Gandhi, Soros, and Ford Foundation, urging Lok Sabha inquiry into alleged links with foreign organisations.

At least 18 Christian MLAs from three BJP-ruled or BJP-allied states including Goa, Nagaland and Manipur are set to begin a coordinated outreach in 37 key Christian-dominated seats

Rahul Gandhi accused the Modi government of being anti-farmers and said it would not be allowed to compromise on the interests of annadata.

Union minister Kiren Rijiju said the press should never be discouraged from asking questions, and that his party never sought to silence the press even while serving in opposition

FM Nirmala Sitharaman said only Rs 37,000 crore was left unspent in 14 social sector schemes in the last 10 years, as compared to Rs 94,000 crore during UPA regime