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Bhagat Singh Koshyari's response came after several opposition leaders condemned the Centre's decision and denounced the honour.

President Droupadi Murmu is said to have asked Rahul Gandhi to wear it twice, but he ignored it, top sources told CNN-News18. The Congress is yet to react

The BJP leader said that several senior cabinet ministers were seated around or behind Rahul Gandhi, but none of them raised objections.

Tharoor, who is attending a literature festival in Dubai, said it was not appropriate to comment on such political matters while being in a foreign country.

The development came after the central government on Sunday announced the Padma Bhushan award for Bhagat Singh Koshyari, who served as Maharashtra governor from 2019 to 2023.

Udhayanidhi Stalin vows Tamil Nadu will oppose Hindi imposition and NEP, honoring Veera Vanakkam Day.

The standoff remains unresolved as both leaders dig in their heels, leaving the fate of the Bidadi farmers hanging in the balance of this high-stakes political rivalry

The party's decision to suddenly search for its Hindu roots has alienated its traditional vote bank, with several Muslim leaders complaining of being sidelined in poll-bound states

A makeshift stage that had hosted a public meeting earlier in the day by former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Deb was allegedly set on fire.

Over the past decade, leaders from opposition parties, regional stalwarts, and ideological rivals have featured prominently in the honours list.

The decision has revived speculation about possible political realignments.

The alleged derogatory remarks have drawn a sharp response, with the TMC saying it is a public call for murder against a democratically elected woman Chief Minister.

Will Eknath Shinde be with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Mumbais Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)? What happened in MBMC and Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation?

Rashid Alvi said that one of the Congress party's biggest problems is the absence of an effective forum where leaders can openly discuss issues.

Siddaramaiah's response came after Governor Gehlot submitted a detailed report to President Murmu over the developments related to the joint session held on January 22.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay said TVK will not bow to pressure, accusing both the DMK and AIADMK of surrendering to the BJP.

Rohini Acharya said that control of the party had slipped into the hands of infiltrators and conspirators who had been tasked to end Laluism.

Poonawalas comments came after Bihar Congress leader Shakeel Ahmed described Rahul Gandhi as the 'virtual President' of the Congress.

A law and order issue was highlighted by former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami as he posted on social media about a bomb attack on a police vehicle.

The MLA's wife Bhanvi Singh has lodged a strong protest, writing separate letters to the Election Commission of India and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath

Kiren Rijiju will hold an all-party meeting on January 27 ahead of the Budget Session, where President Murmu will address Parliament and the Union Budget 2026-27 will be presented.

Sanjay Raut claims Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar may reunite, but warns Ajit Pawar will face action and leave government as NCP factions fight under the same symbol in elections.

The MP called the Sanapur rape and murder a small incident, sparking controversy. He later termed it serious, noting tourism in Koppal dropped by 50% due to negative publicity.

After greeting the audience, Prime Minister Modi waited and personally welcomed Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan to the stage, marking a rare political gesture.

PM Modi's remarks came amid a raging row over the lighting of Karthigai Deepam lamp at the Deepathoon (stone pillar) of the Thiruparankundram Murugan temple.

PM Modi said the countdown for the MK Stalin-led government in Tamil Nadu has begun, and the state wants a BJP-NDA government.

The BJP called Rahul Gandhi a hypocrite and a liar after the Congress leader repeated Donald Trump's dead economy jibe for India while talking about textile industries.

PM Modi congratulated VV Rajesh, the first BJP mayor of Thiruvananthapuram, during his Kerala visit, sharing wishes and photos on X after BJP won 50 of 101 wards in civic polls.

KDMC mayoral race: Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena won 53 seats, BJP won 50 and UBT won 11 seats in Kalyan-Dombivli. MNS, in a twist, extended its support to Shinde Sena on Wednesday

PM Modi received a zealous welcome in poll-bound Kerala as a large crowd lined on either side of streets in Thiruvananthapuram to catch a glimpse of him.

Uddhav or BJP or Shinde Sena? Raj Thackeray's post to mark Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray's birth anniversary has given rise to speculation over which party he will support in BMC

PM Modi paid tribute to Bal Thackeray on his 100th birth anniversary, praising his impact on Maharashtra and vision for growth.

The poll body issued an order allocating the whistle symbol as the general symbol for the upcoming Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu.

BJP has been attempting to rebuild its narrative in Bengals industrial and semi-industrial regions, where economic stagnation and job losses have become political flashpoints

mid the tussle over the Karnataka Chief Minister post, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is clinging to the hope that his leader wont let him down.

The Karnataka government had intended to use the Governor's speech to launch a scathing critique of the Union Government's decision to repeal MGNREGA.

Sources indicate that the final level talks will also cover civic control in Kalyan-Dombivli, Thane, and Ulhasnagar---municipal corporations where the alliance has emerged strong

The move also exposes the much-publicised coming together of Raj & Uddhav Thackeray, which has quickly been reduced to a convenience-based arrangement

The ministers comments come amid the Madurai Bench of the Madras HC observing that the deputy CMs call to eradicate Sanatana Dharma carried an implication akin to genocide

At the heart of the dispute is the governor's demand that specific references to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) be omitted from the address

Dhinakaran thanked Shah for welcoming the party in the alliance and said that the AMMK would work with the NDA to defeat the corrupt DMK.

BMC mayor: Even as Eknath Shinde is aiming the top post, MNS support for his party in Kalyan-Dombivli adds to the drama. Raut alleges phone-tapping and attacks BJP and Shinde Sena

Athawale said the move would be revolutionary and could bring more funds and development to Kerala.

BMC mayor lottery on Jan 22: Uddhav Thackeray's party won 65 seats. The halfway mark in 227-member house is 114. Can he still get top post? Yes, the 2 scenarios explained

The 22-year-old AIMIM corporator said that the statement was made in a pun-intended manner and had nothing to do with any community.

Speaker Om Birla said the new rule mandates that MPs must be present at their allotted desks to punch in, effectively linking their presence to the day's legislative business

Even though the Shinde Sena and the BJP are part of the ruling Mahayuti in Maharashtra, the two parties locked horns to wrest the mayor's post in Kalyan-Dombivli.

Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Telangana are opposing the delimitation, saying it would unfairly penalise their successful demographic management.

AIMIMs youngest councillor, Sahar Sheikh, vowed to paint Mumbra green and criticized rivals after major AIMIM gains in Thane Municipal polls.

Beyond the optics of authority, Nabins latest appointments reveal deeper clues about how BJP under him may function & which leaders are likely to matter more in the coming months