India reaffirms resolve to counter cross-border terrorism
NEW DELHI, AUGUST 18: India on Tuesday reaffirmed its resolve to counter all forms of terrorism, particularly cross-border terrorism, after Pakistan rejected allegations linking it to the alleged ISI-backed Shahzad Bhatti terror network. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India had suffered heavily due to terrorism and would continue taking all necessary measures [] The post India reaffirms resolve to counter cross-border terrorism appeared first on Northlines .
Former Delhi Minister Satyendra Jain Among Six Arrested in DJB Case
NEW DELHI, AUGUST 18: Former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain and former Delhi Jal Board CEO Udit Prakash Rai, an IAS officer, are among six persons arrested by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) in an alleged corruption case linked to the tendering of sewage treatment plant projects, officials said on Tuesday. The other arrested accused have been [] The post Former Delhi Minister Satyendra Jain Among Six Arrested in DJB Case appeared first on Northlines .
Tamil Nadu announces 365-day maternity leave for third child, raises MLA benefit
The announcements span employee welfare, support for milk producers, medical education, healthcare infrastructure and expanded access to insurance-funded treatment
Gen-Z Conundrum Holds Answer to India
Three of family killed in Reasi road accident
JAMMU, AUGUST 19: Three members of a family were killed and two others injured after an SUV skidded off a hilly road and plunged into a gorge in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir late Tuesday night, officials said. The accident occurred near Panasa village when the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle [] The post Three of family killed in Reasi road accident appeared first on Northlines .
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces official vehicle, allowance for MLAs to address public grievances
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced new support measures for MLAs. These measures include official vehicles and a monthly allowance for each legislator. The initiative aims to help MLAs address public grievances effectively in their constituencies. This will enable them to travel and monitor government projects independently. The announcement was made under Rule 110 in the Assembly today.
Tamil Nadu hikes milk procurement price, boosts medical education and healthcare infrastructure
The Tamil Nadu government rolled out sweeping reforms, enhancing support for farmers and healthcare, and broadening access to insurance and education.
Half of Maharashtra homeopathy colleges have political links
Census 2027 has 'deeper nefarious purpose': Congress slams questionnaire methodology
The Congress party has alleged that Census 2027's caste question methodology is flawed. They claim the census has a deeper nefarious purpose, citing new micro-questions. Previously, the government had rejected a caste census in its Supreme Court affidavit. The party questions the absence of a drop-down caste selection menu. This move contradicts the government's earlier recommendation for consistent data.
Panel seeks 20% cap on drug, medical device mark-ups
Food labels, claims under FSSAI scanner; firms revise products after notices
Jharkhand govt releases list of 44 recruitment exams cancelled over irregularities
Maharashtra makes snakebite a notifiable disease; reporting of cases compulsory
The move comes after three tribal schoolgirls died and three others were hospitalised after a venomous snake bit them at a state government-aided residential school in Japtalai village of Gadchiroli district on August 9.
The Surat link to US fentanyl crisis
JK notifies Land Pooling Policy 2026 to drive planned urban dev
Policy aims to consolidate land through voluntary participation, with 40% earmarked for city-level infrastructure Jammu Tawi, August 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has notified the Jammu and Kashmir Land Pooling Policy, 2026, aimed at facilitating planned urban development and infrastructure creation through the voluntary participation of landowners. The policy was notified by the Housing [] The post JK notifies Land Pooling Policy 2026 to drive planned urban dev appeared first on Northlines .
Brig Ghura briefs LG on Amarnath Yatra track
Srinagar, Aug 18 : Brigadier Chirag Ghura, Chief Engineer, Project Beacon of the BRO, on Tuesday called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha here at the Lok Bhawan and briefed him about the track development for the Amarnath Yatra. The chief engineer was accompanied by Brigadier S Deepak, Chief Engineer (designate), Project Beacon, an official spokesperson [] The post Brig Ghura briefs LG on Amarnath Yatra track appeared first on Northlines .
CB files chargesheet in visa fraud case
Jammu Tawi, Aug 18 : The Special Crime Wing (SCW) of the Crime Branch has filed a chargesheet against an accused for allegedly duping several people on the pretext of arranging foreign employment visas, an official said on Tuesday. The chargesheet was filed on Monday against Kartik Choudhary, a resident of Purana Pind in Jammus [] The post CB files chargesheet in visa fraud case appeared first on Northlines .
Search Ops underway in Udhampur, Reasi, Kathua
Jammu Tawi, Aug 18 : Security forces launched search operations at several locations following reports of the movement of suspected persons in Udhampur, Reasi and Kathua districts of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Tuesday. The police, in collaboration with the CRPF, began a cordon-and-search operation after receiving information about the movement of two suspected [] The post Search Ops underway in Udhampur, Reasi, Kathua appeared first on Northlines .
Party Call emergency meet at Srinagar on 23rdAugust Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Aug 18:As the government of the Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has been engaged in the preparations for the successful conduct of the upcoming Assembly session, the main opposition party, the BJP, has now shifted its complete focus on mission [] The post BJP shifts focus on mission Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .
Reaffirms commitment to veterans welfare, dignity Jammu Tawi, Aug 18:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today chaired the 81st Meeting of Jammu Kashmir Rajya Sainik Board, at Lok Bhavan. The Board deliberated on key issues concerning veterans, Veer Naris, widows and dependents, covering welfare delivery, grievance redressal, healthcare and institutional strengthening. These include establishment of a ZSWO [] The post LG chairs meeting of J&K Rajya Sainik Board appeared first on Northlines .
Film Festival to foster cultural exchange, creative collaboration: CM
Reviews final preparations for inaugural International Film Festival of J&K Srinagar, Aug 18:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a high-level meeting to review the final preparations for the inaugural International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026, scheduled to be held from September 7 to 10 across Srinagar and Jammu. The four-day festival is [] The post Film Festival to foster cultural exchange, creative collaboration: CM appeared first on Northlines .
Employees of new GMCs begin indefinite strike over recruitment rules
Warn strike to continue until service rules notified Srinagar, Aug 18: Employees of five newly established Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) in Jammu and Kashmir have begun an indefinite strike over the prolonged delay in finalising Service Recruitment Rules (SRRs), warning that the agitation will continue until the rules are formally notified. The strike began on [] The post Employees of new GMCs begin indefinite strike over recruitment rules appeared first on Northlines .
AAP leader Satyendar Jain arrested by anti-corruption branch in Delhi Jal Board bribery case
The Green Terror: Control and Management
Parthenium Awareness Week: Aug.16-22 Dr. Parveen Kumar* All of us might not be aware of the ill effects of this plant, but we must have seen this plant locally called as Gajar Ghas/Congress Ghas growing wildly in the fields/field bunds, along the roadsides, railway tracks and in fallow or uncultivated lands. It grows [] The post The Green Terror: Control and Management appeared first on Northlines .
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurates 56-km Sabalgarh-Birpur rail section in Madhya Pradesh
A Historian who laughed at the absurdities of the World
Sumit Sarkar interpreted History through lives of common people By Tirthankar Mitra Historian extraordinary, Sumit Sarkar, whose focus extended beyond nationalist icons, is no more. He felt it was more important to explore the limits of mainstream nationalism. He was only too aware that the shining promise of the dawn of independence [] The post A Historian who laughed at the absurdities of the World appeared first on Northlines .
New Message from Red Fort: Gen Z turns political battleground
Clear departure from traditional Modi I-Day vocabulary By T N Ashok Indias 80th Independence Day has produced an interesting political coincidence. From the Presidents address on the eve of August 15 to Prime Minister Narendra Modis speech from the Red Fort, the political establishment has suddenly begun speaking in one language: Youth Power. [] The post New Message from Red Fort: Gen Z turns political battleground appeared first on Northlines .
Omkar Dattatray There is, unfortunately, a dual power system and structure in Jammu and Kashmir, largely owing to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019. This arrangement has often been criticised as undesirable because it can impair good, efficient and transparent governance and administration. Jammu and Kashmir is perhaps the only Union Territory in the [] The post Dual Power Structure in J&K: A Curse appeared first on Northlines .
The next phase of reforms to strengthen MSMEs
Ms. Shobha Karandlaje 1. The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development Amendment Bill, 2026, recently passed by both Houses of Parliament, is a very significant reform and an important step in strengthening the MSME ecosystem. MSMEs make a significant contribution to the development of the nation. Over the past few years, the MSME sector [] The post The next phase of reforms to strengthen MSMEs appeared first on Northlines .
Three-day RSS coordination meeting to discuss demographic imbalance, youth de-addiction
Sonia Gandhi to tell all in memoir of her personal, political life
Sonia Gandhi's memoir will share her intimate story of marrying into a powerful political family. She recounts the tragedy of losing Rajiv Gandhi which threw her into politics. The book details her decision to turn down prime ministership in 2004. It also covers her introduction to Indira Gandhi and learning Indian customs. The memoir offers an insider's perspective on India's changes over six decades.
Govt announces scheme to incentivise gas companies to expand PNG network
Mumbai street food under FDA watch: Action against unsafe & unhygienic eateries
Kejriwal attacks BJP after Satyendar Jain's arrest, calls it 'dictatorship'
'Such statements hurt...': Naxal victim's kin oppose Chidambaram's 'proud to be dimagi Naxal' remark
'Such statements hurt...': Naxal victim's kin oppose Chidambaram's 'proud to be dimagi Naxal' remark
After impressive role in Bihar polls, Vinod Tawde now election in-charge of UP
The BJP has assigned senior leaders key election responsibilities ahead of the 2027 assembly polls. General secretary Vinod Tawde will oversee the Uttar Pradesh campaign, while Satish Poonia will handle Punjab and Tarun Chugh will be in charge of Gujarat.
If sitting CM commits an offence, can CBI investigate it? ED asks Supreme Court to decide
The Enforcement Directorate urged the Supreme Court to decide CBI's power to investigate a sitting chief minister. This plea arose from an alleged obstruction during a search of a political consultancy firm. The court heard arguments regarding the transfer of investigation to the CBI. The Solicitor General requested a decision on this larger legal issue. The matter has been posted for further hearing on September 2.
Goa govt moves SC seeking enhanced punishment for ex-Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal in rape case
Telangana Congress appeals removal 2002 linking criteria for SIR
Hyderabad: Expressing concern about 92 lakh voters in the state receiving notices during the ongoing SIR, Telangana Congress president B Mahesh Kumar Goud on Tuesday, August 18, demanded that the Election Commission remove the necessity of voters linking themselves with 2002 electoral rolls. As many as 73 lakh names have not been included in Telanganas Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
'Action will be taken': Maha FDA chief warns SRK, Ajay Devgn, Tiger over Vimal ad notice
MEA says credibility of Indias election machinery well-established globally after Trump remarks
Tariq Mansoor and Basit Ali: BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday, August 17, announced its new national executive team, which includes two Muslim faces in key positions under party president Nitin Nabin. Tariq Mansoor has retained his position as the national vice president, while Kunwar Basit Ali has been appointed as the national minority morcha chief. The organisational reshuffle Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
West Bengal Tourism Minister seeks probe into tea garden land sale, usage during TMC regime
West Bengal Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh has alleged that land belonging to several North Bengal tea gardens was illegally transferred and sold during the previous Trinamool Congress government, with the proceeds allegedly diverted to the party fund for elections.
Zaira Wasim chose to leave Bollywood for Islam, that is her choice; but telling Kashmiri Muslim girls that dancing, performing and participating in India's public life threaten their faith is not religious freedom, it is regressive radicalism.
AAP and its government in Punjab is inventing unique ways of censorship to essentially silence media criticism and stifle critical voices on social media.
Dont lie to children: Rahul slams Rijiju over his 'no one harmed' during CJP stir remark
Tipra Motha Party chief Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma warned of alliance reconsideration. He stated the accord's implementation is crucial for indigenous rights. Discussions with BJP leaders on election strategy remained inconclusive. The party joined the state government after signing the tripartite accord. Village Committee elections are scheduled later this year.
TN govt says project that harms environment, livelihoods will not be allowed
The comments came in response to growing concerns over a proposed 425 crore hydrocarbon drilling project by HOEC off the Parangipettai coast in Cuddalore district
How CBI, INTERPOL and foreign agencies help crack cross-border CSEAM cases
Operation Megh Chakra showed how foreign intelligence can trigger searches across India, while Thanjavur, Hisar and Aizawl demonstrate how ICSE data, CyberTipline reports and cyberforensics can converge during investigations involving online child sexual abuse material.
TMC's Ritabrata Banerjee to remain LoP till single bench decides issue in 2 months: Calcutta HC
A Calcutta High Court division bench has allowed Ritabrata Banerjee to remain Leader of Opposition. This interim order will stand until a single bench decides a petition within two months. The challenge questions the Assembly Speaker's decision to appoint Banerjee to the post. Another TMC MLA had appealed against a single bench's refusal of an interim order. The veteran leader had challenged the rejection of his name and Banerjee's appointment.
The cost of healthcare has been at the heart of several discussions recently, following a recent Parliamentary panel report that red-flagged medical bills at private hospitals
Plea in HC alleges AAP MLA Kuldeep Kumar being illegally detained
The Delhi High Court will hear a plea today regarding AAP MLA Kuldeep Kumar's alleged illegal detention. He was reportedly taken into custody this morning after leading a protest. The protest was against the recent murder of a sanitation worker in Kalyan Puri. Family members have been unable to ascertain his current whereabouts since his apprehension.
Present Lok Sabha witnesses rise in number of bills referred to JPCs
The Foreign Contributions (Regulation) Amendment Bill has become the 17th draft law to be referred to a joint committee of Parliament by the Narendra Modi government since 2014, according to data. The 18th Lok Sabha has seen a sharp rise in bills being sent to joint committees of the two Houses. So far, nine bills have been referred to joint panels since the present Lok Sabha was formed in 2024, according to available statistics. Comparatively, four bills each were sent to joint committees during the 16th and 17th Lok Sabhas. The 17 bills have involved 14 joint panel exercises, because some were referred together to the same committee. Such 'companion' bills seek to achieve the same purpose together. For example, the bill to lay down a legal framework to hold simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies was accompanied by a bill to implement the proposed law in Delhi, Puducherry and Jammu and Kashmir the three Union territories with legislative assemblies. Such
Pakistan SC Orders Hospital Shift For Imran Khan Amid Health Concerns
ISLAMABAD, Aug 18: Pakistans Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered that jailed former prime minister Imran Khan be shifted to a hospital within 48 hours, accepting a longstanding demand of his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party and family over concerns about his deteriorating health. The court directed that Khan be moved from jail to Shifa International Hospital [] The post Pakistan SC Orders Hospital Shift For Imran Khan Amid Health Concerns appeared first on Northlines .
SC dismisses plea challenging hanging as method of death penalty execution
New Delhi, Aug 18: The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to entertain a plea seeking the removal of hanging as a mode of carrying out the death penalty. The Court, however, left the door open for the issue to be reconsidered in the future if credible medical or scientific evidence establishes that the existing method [] The post SC dismisses plea challenging hanging as method of death penalty execution appeared first on Northlines .
Jharkhand Govt Cancels JSSC-CGL, TDPL Recruitment Exams After Student Protest
RANCHI, Aug 18: The Jharkhand government on Tuesday cancelled the JSSC-CGL examination and all other recruitment examinations conducted by private agency TDPL, following a 24-day student protest over alleged irregularities in the recruitment process. The decision was taken at a special Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Hemant Soren and was welcomed by protesting students [] The post Jharkhand Govt Cancels JSSC-CGL, TDPL Recruitment Exams After Student Protest appeared first on Northlines .
Telangana aims to become cleanenergy hub: Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka
Addressing industrialists, investors, innovators, scientists, CEOs and technology experts attending the summit, Bhatti extended an open invitation to businesses to invest in Telangana
Over 4,000 criminal cases against legislators; 326 MPs, 14 CMs face cases
A report on criminalisation of politics submitted in the Supreme Court has stated that 251 members out of 543 in the Lok Sabha and 75 lawmakers out of 233 in the Rajya Sabha have criminal cases against them. The affidavit filed in the apex court by senior advocate Vijay Hansaria, who has been appointed amicus curiae in a PIL seeking expeditious disposal of criminal cases against MPs and MLAs, said that there are over 4,000 criminal cases against Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs). The affidavit stated that the chief ministers of 14 states, out of 28, have declared criminal cases, including serious ones. According to the data, Telangana CM Anumula Revanth Reddy has 89 cases against him, followed by West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari, who has 29 cases, and Karnataka CM D K Shivakumar, who has 19 cases. Hansaria submitted that despite monitoring of cases by the top court and high courts to ensure expeditious trials, the number of pending criminal cas
BJP Names Poll In-Charges For UP, Punjab, Gujarat
NEW DELHI, Aug 18: BJP president Nitin Nabin on Tuesday appointed senior party leaders as in-charges for Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Gujarat, with the move coming ahead of assembly elections in the three states. Rajya Sabha MP Vinod Tawde was appointed in-charge of party affairs in Uttar Pradesh, with newly appointed national secretary Jagdish Ishwarbhai [] The post BJP Names Poll In-Charges For UP, Punjab, Gujarat appeared first on Northlines .
PM Modi a 'U-turn ustad', wants to sabotage caste census: Congress
Congress accused the Modi government of sabotaging the caste census. The party questioned the absence of a caste drop-down menu in the 2027 census. This menu was recommended by the government in a 2021 Supreme Court affidavit. The Prime Minister had previously announced a caste census, which is now being questioned. Congress claims this indicates a reversal of the government's earlier stance.
Following a 24-day agitation, the Jharkhand government cancelled the JSSC-CGL exam and ordered a CID probe into recruitment irregularities since 2014. However, protesting students have refused to call off their demonstration, demanding an independent investigation by the CBI.
Nitin Nabin appoints BJP in-charges for poll-bound UP, Punjab, Gujarat
BJP president Nitin Nabin on Tuesday appointed Rajya Sabha MP Vinod Tawde and national general secretary as in-charge of party affairs in Uttar Pradesh and newly appointed national secretary Jagdish Ishwarbhai Patel as co-in-charge. Newly appointed BJP national general secretary and Rajya Sabha MP Satish Poonia was made in-charge of party affairs in Punjab, according to a notification issued by the party. Nabin made Rajya Sabha MP Tarun Chugh in-charge of party affairs in Gujarat. These appointments will come into effect immediately. The appointment of other state in-charges will be made in due course; meanwhile, the current Prabhari arrangement will continue, the BJP said in a circular. According to party sources, these appointments have been made in view of the assembly polls next year. While the assembly elections in Punjab and Uttar Pradesh are due early next year, Gujarat will go to polls later in 2027. This comes a day after the BJP overhauled its national team under party
Congress accuses Narendra Modi of sabotaging caste census
New Delhi: The Congress on Tuesday, August 18, alleged that the Modi government wants to sabotage the caste census and asked why the 2027 census does not include a drop-down menu for selecting castes, despite the Centre recommending it in its affidavit to the Supreme Court in September 2021. The opposition party claimed that the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
NEW DELHI, Aug 18: The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought responses from the Centre, all states and Union Territories, besides social media platforms Meta and X, on a PIL seeking restrictions on police organisations from posting content online that reveals the identities of accused persons or portrays them in a dehumanising manner. A bench headed [] The post SC Seeks Centre, States Response On PIL Against Online Disclosure Of Accused Identities appeared first on Northlines .
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) at a public rally in South Goa, mocking Union Home Minister Amit Shah's age, questioning the BJP-RSS contribution to India's freedom struggle, and accusing the state's ruling party of kidnapping MLAs to form its government.
5 CRPF Personnel Among Seven Injured In Qazigund Accident
SRINAGAR, Aug 18: At least seven persons, including five CRPF personnel, were injured in a head-on collision between a truck and a CRPF mini-truck on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in Qazigund on Tuesday, officials said. The accident occurred at Levdora in the Qazigund area when the CRPF vehicle collided head-on with the truck, they said. [] The post 5 CRPF Personnel Among Seven Injured In Qazigund Accident appeared first on Northlines .
The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced a significant reshuffling of its national office-bearers. This restructuring aims to blend experience with youthful energy for upcoming polls. Several prominent leaders have returned to key roles after a period of absence. The new team includes diverse representation from various states and communities. This strategic move prepares the party for future electoral challenges and contests.
Crime Branch Jammu Cracks Down On Visa Fraud, Files Chargesheet
JAMMU, Aug 18: The Special Crime Wing (SCW) of the Crime Branch has filed a chargesheet against a Jammu resident accused of duping several people on the pretext of arranging foreign employment visas, while also registering a separate case against a Srinagar-based enterprise over alleged cheating in Modular Kitchen projects, officials said on Tuesday. The [] The post Crime Branch Jammu Cracks Down On Visa Fraud, Files Chargesheet appeared first on Northlines .
Did the Cockroaches Force the BJP to Rediscover the Sangathan?
Why does a party that has relied so successfully on Narendra Modis electoral appeal for more than a decade suddenly need such a significant organisational restructuring?Perhaps the answer lies in a realisation that the BJP may not say publicly, but its latest appointments seem to acknowledge. Narendra Modi is still... The post Did the Cockroaches Force the BJP to Rediscover the Sangathan? appeared first on HW News English .
BJP reshuffle: Vinod Tawde, Satish Poonia, Tarun Chugh get BJP poll duties under Nitin Nabin
Nitin Nabin appointed new state in-charges for Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Gujarat. Vinod Tawde will oversee Uttar Pradesh, while Satish Poonia takes charge of Punjab. Tarun Chugh has been appointed in-charge for Gujarat and will retain his national role. These appointments are effective immediately and reflect ongoing party restructuring. Further state in-charge appointments will be made in due course.
Aam Aadmi Party leader Saurabh Bharadwaj alleged MLA Kuldeep Kumar was kidnapped early morning. This occurred during a protest concerning a sanitation worker's alleged murder in Kalyan Puri. Protesters demanded compensation for the deceased worker's family and a meeting with the Chief Minister. The party also alleged police forcibly conducted the last rites of the sanitation worker.
India women eye South Africa high, after impressive draw vs China
A win over 18th-ranked South Africa would not only boost their chances of finishing in the top two but also provide momentum ahead of their final pool game
Search operations launched at multiple J&K locations over movement of suspected persons
'Not a single person was harmed': Kiren Rijiju defends law enforcement's handling of Gen Z protest
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju defended the handling of recent student protests across India. He asserted that security forces managed massive crowds without causing casualties or severe injuries. Rijiju contrasted current police actions with historical responses under Congress-led governments. He emphasized that no protester suffered serious harm despite thousands demonstrating.
Political row erupts over exclusion of BJD MLAs from Odisha CM Majhi's flood tour
BJD legislators in Jajpur allege they were sidelined during Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi's flood visit. Local MLA Sujata Sahu filed a police complaint against BJP workers for alleged misbehavior. She stated the district collector had invited her to join the Chief Minister's tour. The Chief Minister visited flood-affected areas by boat with ministers and officials. The Jajpur Collector cited security reasons for the exclusion of the BJD MLAs.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra moves privilege notice over late-night order to vacate WB circuit house
Mahua Moitra filed a privilege notice against three West Bengal officials. She alleged a serious breach of protocol and contemptuous conduct occurred. Officials asked her to vacate a circuit house late at night on August 14. Moitra stated this was part of a larger effort to impede her duties. She sought the Speaker's protection from intimidation and harassment.
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday alleged that the Congress was turning into a Maoist party amid a row over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dimagi Naxal remark.
'Nathuram Godse was indeed an RSS member': Pawan Khera says 'Savarkar's grand-nephew told court'
Congress leader Pawan Khera stated a Savarkar grand-nephew told a Pune court Godse was an RSS member. This statement comes amid renewed political debate regarding Godse's alleged RSS association. The Supreme Court recently quashed a defamation case against Rahul Gandhi in Pune. This case stemmed from remarks allegedly made about Savarkar during a political event.
CEA bats for E10 fuel; not feasibile, say officials
Karunanidhi row: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay apologises in Assembly after minister omits honorific for ex-CM
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay apologized in the Assembly for a minister's remarks. Forest Minister R V Ranjith Kumar omitted traditional honorifics when naming Karunanidhi. Opposition DMK members protested the breach of legislative decorum immediately. The Chief Minister intervened to defuse the rising tension and de-escalate the situation. Vijay conceded the minister's reference was wrong and offered an explicit apology.
Supreme Court bars CBI, ED from filing report on Rahul Gandhi's assets
Ram Madhav, Biplab Deb, Smriti in BJPs national team
Frame airfare rules by Sept 7, SC tells Centre
Nitin Nabin resets BJP team with fresh faces & poll pros
In a strategic shake-up, BJP president Nitin Nabin introduced a revitalized organizational team that merges experienced leaders with dynamic newcomers. The retention of key election strategists like Vinod Tawde and Sunil Bansal ensures a robust approach to upcoming polls. The roster is intentionally youthful, including professionals to reflect diverse Indian representation. Returning to pivotal roles are Smriti Irani as national general secretary and Ram Madhav as vice president.
Congress flags missing OBC category in Census questionnaire, seeks Telangana-like caste census
Congress has questioned the absence of a specific OBC category in the Census questionnaire, warning that the open-ended caste field could produce cluttered and unusable data on Other Backward Classes. AICC OBC cell chairman Anil Jaihind demanded a Telangana-like caste census and said OBCs would oppose the current format.
BJP unveils new national team, none from J
Smriti Irani, Ram Madhav, Goyal among prominent new faces; 51 of 65 office-bearers new New Delhi, Aug 17: BJP president Nitin Nabin has announced the partys new national team, with B L Santosh as national general secretary (Organisation), former Union minister Smriti Irani as general secretary and Ram Madhav as national vice president. Interestingly, the [] The post BJP unveils new national team, none from J&K appeared first on Northlines .
Rahul Gandhi urges Hemant Soren to meet students; slams PM Modi, NTA
Rahul Gandhi has called on Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren to engage with the protesting students. He also took aim at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the National Testing Agency, raising concerns over allegations of a UGC-NET exam paper leak. Throughout his remarks, Gandhi emphasized that the education system takes advantage of students financially and demanded accountability from the leadership of the NTA.
