BJP: Stalin burned Delimitation Bill copy for election gains
Hyderabad: Taking exception to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin burning a copy of the delimitation bill, Telangana BJP leader Marri Shashidhar Reddy has alleged that the protests by DMK were orchestrated with an eye on the Assembly elections next week. In a statement in Hyderabad, Reddy, a former vice chairman of the National 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 .
Bengal phase I polls: 23% candidates face criminal cases; 21% are crorepatis
Among major parties, the highest proportion of candidates with criminal cases was found in the BJP, in which 106 out of 152 candidates (70%) have declared such cases
GRAP-1 curbs imposed in Delhi-NCR as air quality slips into 'poor'
The AQI of Delhi has been showing an increasing trend owing to unfavourable meteorological conditions and recorded as 226 (Poor Category) today
'Delimitation Bill like a 'sales pitch' of insurance salesman': Karti Chidambaram
Congress leader Karti Chidambaram criticizes the government's proposed Delimitation Bill. He likens it to an insurance sales pitch where assurances differ from the fine print. Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed concerns about the bill potentially harming Southern states' representation. The government aims to increase Lok Sabha seats to 850 and implement women's reservation from 2029 polls.
Womens Reservation, Delimitation Bills face crucial vote today
New Delhi: Voting on three bills in the Lok Sabha, aimed at amending the womens reservation law and establishing a delimitation commission, is scheduled to take place on Friday, April 17. Addressing the House on Thursday, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said, The discussion will be held for 12 hours. The speaker should have 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 .
US President Trump hails productive discussion with Modi
Washington: US President Donald Trump on Friday, April 17, said he had a very good conversation with his friend Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He was referring to the talks the two leaders had on Tuesday. I had a very good talk with him, and hes a friend of mine from India, and hes doing great. 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 .
Since 1951, Hindi belts Lok Sabha share has fallen more than South's
Bengal polls: Why SIR is validation for Kalimpong residents
Tamil Nadu polls: DMK bets on Senthilbalaji to breach ADMK's western bastion
1.5 lakh collision alerts for Indian satellites in 2025
West Bengal polls: In Nandigram, BJP's Suvendu faces challenge from old loyalist
Government has turned nari into nara: Akhilesh Yadav
Womens quota a cover for gerrymandering: Congress
After rejig, seats for South will increase from 129 to 195: Amit Shah
SC: Dowry givers shielded from prosecution if aggrieved party
SC: Can vote if tribunals restore deleted names to electoral roll before poll
No state will lose Lok Sabha share: Narendra Modi defends delimitation, womens reservation push
Prime Minister Narendra Modi assures states their Lok Sabha seat share will not decrease with new delimitation and women's reservation laws. He frames the reform as a national step, not a partisan victory. The legislation aims to implement 33% women's representation in an expanded parliament.
Extramarital affair not ground for abetment to suicide charge, says SC
India, Austria ink 12+ pacts on defence, counterterrorism & tech
Harivansh Narayan Singh set for 3rd term as RS deputy chair amid opposition boycott
Government avoiding Census 2027 to rob OBCs of rights: Priyanka Gandhi
I guarantee that delimitation will not be biased against anyone: PM
SC rejects 3 appeals against 'fraud' tag
20% of 1,478 fighting Bengal phase-1 polls crorepatis. The poorest has Rs 500 assets
Kerala directly spent just Rs 103cr of own funds for Wayanad relief
'Seasoned diplomat': Trump congratulates former envoy to US Taranjit Sandhu on Delhi LG appointment
Vijay promises free LPG, doles & wedding gold
Brush with SIR lands painters of mythology in vote Kurukshetra
'Why only professors, put judges too on election duty': HC slams EC
Panel Draws Fire For Failure To Present Notification On Poll Officers
Discharge stands above acquittal: Supreme Court
Mirwaiz urges Centre to release Engineer Rashid, says MPs dad critical
'Had a very good talk': Trump on 40-min phone call with 'friend' PM Modi
South's LS seats, political weight to rise: Govt
Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured southern states their representation will rise with Lok Sabha expansion to 816 seats. He stated Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala will see increased seats and political weight. Shah also clarified that reservation for Muslim women based on religion is unconstitutional. Bills related to women's reservation and delimitation were introduced.
Akhilesh seeks quota for OBC and Muslim women
Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP of using the Women's Reservation Act to delay the census and demanded inclusion of OBC and Muslim women in the quota. He questioned the BJP's commitment to women's representation, citing a lack of female leaders in its parent organization and BJP-ruled states.
Nominated RS MP Harivansh to be elected deputy chairman as opposition to boycott polls
Harivansh is set for a third consecutive term as Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman after receiving the sole nomination. The Opposition, however, will boycott the election, citing the government's failure to appoint a Lok Sabha Deputy Speaker, the unprecedented nomination of a Rajya Sabha member for the post, and a lack of consultation.
3 bills against Odisha, oppose them: Patnaik to MPs from state
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has appealed to all Members of Parliament from Odisha. He wants them to oppose a new bill in Parliament. This bill could reduce Odisha's representation in the Lok Sabha. Patnaik stated this would weaken the state's voice. He emphasized preserving the federal spirit of the Constitution.
Delimitation could become permanent wound, warns Asaduddin Owaisi
Hyderabad: AIMIM chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi on Thursday, April 16, strongly opposed the Centres proposed Bills on delimitation, alleging that they would weaken the Opposition, distort federal balance, and dilute the political voice of minorities. Speaking during a debate in the Lok Sabha on three bills introduced for amendments to the womens quota 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 .
Delimitation bill makes Tamils refugees in their own land: Stalin
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin burned a copy of the proposed delimitation bill, labeling it a lack law and accusing the Centre of attempting to make Tamils efugees in their own state. This act in Namakkal marked the formal launch of a statewide agitation against the move, with Stalin drawing parallels to past anti-Hindi protests.
West Bengal assembly elections 2026: BJP stresses security, TMC eyes revival in Siliguri corridor
The BJP and Trinamool Congress are in a direct electoral battle for four assembly seats in Siliguri. This region, known as the Siliguri corridor, is strategically important. The BJP aims to retain its hold after winning all four seats in 2021. The Trinamool Congress seeks to regain influence. Voters are concerned about border security and local economic issues.
Kangana calls PM Modi biggest feminist, questions Congresss intention
New Delhi: BJP MP Kangana Ranaut on Thursday attacked the Congress for questioning the governments intention behind introducing a bill to amend the womens reservation law, and wondered why the opposition party kept the matter hanging for three decades when it was in power. Participating in a debate in the Lok Sabha on three bills 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 .
Farmers urge restoration of Musi irrigation system, seek Rs 1,000 crore relief
Hyderabad: Farmers living downstream and tail-end banks of the Musi river of three southern Telangana districts urged the state government to restore and revitalise a magnificent irrigation network established during the Nizam era, comprising 24 major Katuvas (weirs/anicuts) and hundreds of subsidiary canals interconnected with them- as part of the Musi Riverfront Development Project. 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 .
'Political demonetisation': Tharoor slams Centre for linking womens reservation with delimitation
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor urged the government to implement women's reservation immediately, separate from the delimitation process. He argued that delimitation requires extensive discussion, unlike the reservation bill which the opposition fully supports. Tharoor cautioned against a rushed approach, likening it to 'political demonetisation' and advocating for broader consultation.
If Chankaya was alive, he would've been startled by your political shrewdness: Priyanka to Shah
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra lauded Home Minister Amit Shah's political acumen, calling him 'startlingly shrewd' like Chanakya. She accused the government of duping people with women's reservation while undermining OBC rights and reducing the influence of smaller states. Gandhi highlighted the Congress's long-standing support for women's reservation, tracing its roots to Motilal Nehru and Sardar Patel.
The South after delimitation: What the maths shows from Tamil Nadu to Andhra
Parliament buzzed with debate over India's representational future as the delimitation exercise and Women's Reservation Bill took center stage. Prime Minister Modi and home minister Shah assured southern states no injustice would occur, projecting increased seats and influence. Maths indicate a marginal shift in overall share despite seat increases for Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.
If respected wouldnt use women politically, Priyanka Gandhi targets PM over Womens Quota Bill
Numbers not in favour of NDA to get women quota law passed in Parliament
The ruling NDA government faces a numbers crunch in Parliament for the women's reservation bills. Securing a two-thirds majority in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha requires support from opposition parties or their abstention. Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed for consensus. The Constitution amendment bill and related bills were introduced in the Lok Sabha after a division of votes.
No state will be discriminated: PM Modi on Delimitation Bill
New Delhi: No state big or small, north or south, east or west will be discriminated against in the delimitation of constituencies linked with the implementation of women quota law, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted on Thursday while strongly backing implementation of the reservation in 2029 and warned that those who oppose this 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 .
Supreme Court upholds detention of actor Ranya Rao in gold smuggling case
The case involves the seizure of over 14 kg of gold at Bengaluru airport and has drawn significant public attention
'AQI in poor category': GRAP-1 curbs imposed in Delhi-NCR - what's allowed & what's not
The court was dealing with a plea in the K. Purushottam Reddy case for conduct of delimitation and re-adjustment of Legislative Assembly seats in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
Lok Sabha seats in five southern states to increase to 195 from 129, clarifies Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has dismissed claims that southern states will see reduced representation in the Lok Sabha. He stated that following the implementation of women's reservation and delimitation, the total number of Lok Sabha seats will increase. Southern states will see their seats rise significantly, enhancing their power.
Will move SC against delimitation bill, if passed in Parliament: DMK
Chennai: The DMK on Thursday said that it will move the Supreme Court against the delimitation bill, if it is passed in the Parliament. While releasing the DMKs Assembly election campaign song, the partys legal department secretary, N R Elango, said that the legal option is always open. We will take legal steps in 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 .
Lok Sabha seats in southern states to increase from 195 from 129: Amit Shah
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said a completely false narrative is being spread that the representation of southern states will go down in the Lok Sabha after its strength is increased to 816 seats following the implementation of womens reservation and delimitation of constituencies. Intervening in the debate in Lok Sabha 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 .
If Constitution amendment bill is passed, democracy will be finished in India: Priyanka
New Delhi: In a stinging attack, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday said the government began finishing off democracy by putting pressure on institutions, such as the Election Commission (EC) and the judiciary, but now, an open attack has been launched on democracy with the Constitution amendment bill. Participating in a debate in 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 .
Hyderabad Metro Rail takeover: Telangana govt likely to extend April 30 deadline
Government yet to finalise financial arrangements to complete the deal, say sources
Priyanka Gandhi supports women's reservation but criticizes the BJP's bills as politically motivated. She stated that without a caste census, all sections will not get their due share. Gandhi highlighted the Congress's historical role in advocating for women's rights and reservations, tracing back to Nehru and Rajiv Gandhi.
Tejasvi Surya equates AP-Telangana bifurcation with India-Pak partition, faces ire
Hyderabad: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Tejasvi Suryas remarks on the way Congress has performed the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, like the Britishers did the partition of India and Pakistan, have drawn sharp criticism from both the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and Telangana Congress leaders. Speaking in the Lok Sabha in support of 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 .
TDP, JD(U) support womens reservation, flag nari shakti push
Byreddy Shabari of the Telugu Desam Party backed the womens quota bills in the Lok Sabha, saying they mark a shift from womens development to women-led development and will enable greater leadership roles. Other NDA allies, including Janata Dal (United), also supported the legislation, emphasising womens role in achieving Viksit Bharat, even as opposition parties protested and termed the bills anti-constitutional.
'Kala tika on bills': PM Modi takes swipe at DMK over black attire protest
Prime Minister Modi lauded the women's reservation Bill in Lok Sabha, while criticizing DMK's protest against the delimitation Bill. He assured no state would face injustice, countering Udhayanidhi Stalin's claims of reduced Tamil Nadu representation. The delimitation and women's quota bills were introduced after a division vote.
No reservation to Muslims; quota on basis of religion unconstitutional: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has made waves by declaring that reservations based on religion for Muslims breach constitutional principles. He has also revealed that the next population enumeration will include a caste census.
PM Modi pushes for consensus on womens quota, flags political consequences
Highlighting growing political awareness among women, he urged unanimous support, cautioning that resistance could have long-term political consequences
'My guarantee': PM Modi says no state to face injustice due to delimitation
The Congress on Thursday alleged that the government wants to ulldoze delimitation in the name of women's reservation, and asserted that if it is really committed to implementing the women's quota law it should do so immediately on the basis of the current strength of Lok Sabha. The opposition party also alleged that the BJP was using delimitation as a political weapon to increase its influence.
BSF officer killed in fuel depot fire at Bengal border outpost
Tragedy struck the Bankra border outpost in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas as a devastating fire engulfed a fuel depot. Assistant Sub Inspector Jagi Ram tragically lost his life after being trapped inside during a blast that ignited the blaze. The depot supplied fuel for BSF boats patrolling the Sundarbans. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Women stage protest march in Nashik condemning TCS sexual assault case
TCS gave employees the alternative to work from home following reports of sloganeering outside TCS office
'Don't want credit': Top quotes from PM Modi's Lok Sabha speech on women's reservation bill
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the women's reservation Bill as a defining moment for India's democracy, emphasizing the need for greater female representation in policymaking. He asserted that the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, providing 33% reservation for women, will give India a new direction, linking it to the nation's ancient democratic roots and the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat'.
Tamil Nadu elections 2026: Will TVKs solo gamble split votes or fulfil Vijays CM dream?
Actor Vijay's new political party, TVK, is making a bold solo bid in the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections, challenging the state's long-standing alliance-driven politics. Historically, success hinges on coalitions, not standalone appeal. TVK's gamble aims for direct leadership, but faces the challenge of converting visibility into seats without established networks, potentially acting as a vote-splitter.
Supreme Court questions limits of judicial scrutiny under Article 25
The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether religious practices, like the nudity of Digambar Jain sadhus, can be banned. The Travancore Devaswom Board argued that courts shouldn't judge core religious tenets, citing a Nepal SC ruling on Naga Sadhus. The board emphasized that a community's belief determines religious practice, not external adjudication.
Bid to rule South, erase OBC representation: Asaduddin Owaisi on delimitation
Hyderabad: Hyderabad MP and All India Majlis e Ittehad Ul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Thursday, April 16, strongly opposed the introduction of the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, alleging that it undermines federalism and targets southern states through the proposed delimitation exercise. Addressing the Lok Sabha, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul 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 .
Prime Minister Modi and Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker emphasized a shared view that military conflicts offer no lasting solutions, advocating for peaceful resolutions in the Middle East and Ukraine. The leaders also expressed optimism that the Austrian Chancellor's visit will bolster trade and investment, marking a new era in India-EU relations.
BRS slams Revanth Reddy on hybrid delimitation proposal
Hyderabad: Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddys suggestion of hybrid delimitation has led to a political controversy, with BRS questioning the attempt to trade democracy for Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP). In an aggressive remark directed at the CM, BRS leader Dasoju Sravan accused Revanth Reddy of trying to link parliamentary representation to economic performance 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 .
13% of households have no in-house toilet facilities: Telangana caste survey
18.8% of SCs and a very high 32.5% of STs reported no toilet facilities, exposing health and sanitation risks
Udhayanidhi, DMK candidates clad in black shirts, burn copy of Delimitation Bill in protest
Tamil Nadu will not remain a mute spectator to the central government's attempt to strip away our rights, says Udhayanidhi
Lok Sabha strength to rise to 815, 272 seats for women: Meghwal
New Delhi: The strength of the Lok Sabha will increase to 815, of which 272 seats will be reserved for women and neither men nor any state will suffer any loss due to the implementation of this quota, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said on Thursday, April 15. In his introductory remarks in 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 .
NDA, Opposition leaders spar over womens reservation, delimitation bills
New Delhi: Leaders on Thursday, April 16, defended bills to amend the womens quota law and set up a delimitation commission, saying women have waited for years for reservation, while opposition leaders alleged the way the government was proceeding with it could undermine the countrys federal and democratic structure. According to a bulletin issued on 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 .
Govt bulldozing delimitation via womens quota, says Gogoi
New Delhi: The Congress on Thursday, April 16, alleged that the government wants to bulldoze delimitation in the name of womens reservation, and asserted that if it is really committed to implementing the womens quota law it should do so immediately on the basis of the current strength of Lok Sabha. Initiating the discussion on 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 .
Home Minister Amit Shah and SP chief Akhilesh Yadav clashed in Parliament over the Women's Reservation Bill. Yadav questioned the urgency without an updated Census, demanding a caste-based enumeration. Shah assured that a caste census would be conducted after the ongoing Census process, while also stating religion-based reservations are unconstitutional.
Trolls, defeat and reinvention: Nara Lokesh's elevation indicates making of TDP's future leadership
Nara Lokesh has been appointed National Working President of the Telugu Desam Party. This move signals a significant generational shift within the party. Lokesh's elevation follows a period of reinvention after the 2019 election defeat. He has taken on new responsibilities and is seen as a key figure for the party's future.
SIR Impact in Bengal: Mamatas Seat Sees 25% Voter Drop, Suvendus Just 3%
West Bengal SIR: Chowrangee, Jorasanko, Samsherganj, Howrah North record highest voter drop
BJP chief Nitin Nabin, Thakur, Singhvi, others take oath as Rajya Sabha MPs
BJP National President Nitin Nabin took oath as a Rajya Sabha MP on Thursday. He was joined by other newly elected members from various states. The oath-taking ceremony took place in the Rajya Sabha. Chairman C P Radhakrishnan congratulated the new parliamentarians. The elected MPs represent states including Assam, Bihar, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, and Maharashtra.
IMD issues intense heatwave warning for several parts of Maharashtra
Hot and humid conditions likely in central Maharashtra, Marathwada, Vidarbha and Konkan over next few days
PIL against sale of liquor in tetra packs in UP; SC asks petitioner to approach authorities
Uttar Pradesh recently approved the new excise policy with several key changes, including the introduction of an e-lottery system for allocation of liquor and 'bhang' (cannabis) shops
Polls for nine Maharashtra Legislative Council seats scheduled for May 12: EC
Elections for nine Maharashtra Legislative Council seats are scheduled for May 12, as announced by the Election Commission of India. The tenure of these nine MLCs concludes on May 13, 2026, prompting the need for these biennial elections. The notification will be issued on April 23, with nominations closing on April 30.
The amendments also seek to increase the number of Lok Sabha seats to 850 from the current 543 to operationalise the womens reservation law before the 2029 parliamentary polls, following a delimitation exercise to be carried out based on the last published census
New Delimitation Bill 2026: What it means and its key proposals
The government's tabling of the Delimitation Bill has ignited a political firestorm, particularly from southern opposition parties. The proposal, which could redistribute Lok Sabha seats based on population, threatens to reduce the South's political influence despite their economic contributions. Critics argue this move penalizes states that successfully controlled population growth.
Women's Reservation Rollout by 2029: Arunachal CM Pema Khandu flags April 1618 special session
A special Parliament session is scheduled from April 16 to 18 to finalize rules for women's reservation, aiming for implementation by the 2029 elections. Meanwhile, the Assam Jatiya Parishad voices strong opposition to a proposed national delimitation bill. The party fears this could lead to political and cultural colonization by the Hindi heartland, impacting Assam's unique identity and interests.
Delimitation provisions in women's reservation amendment bill 'attack on democracy': Kerala Oppn
Opposition leaders from Kerala have opposed the delimitation provisions tied to the implementation of the Womens Reservation Act, arguing that linking 33% quota to a future census and seat redistribution is a hidden trap that could distort federal balance. They warn the exercise may disproportionately increase seats in northern states while marginalising the south, and have demanded that reservation be implemented within the current Lok Sabha strength instead.
LIVE: Constitution Amendment Bill tabled in Lok Sabha amid Opposition uproar
Live Updates Live 207 MPs vote in favour of bills, 126 vote against it 16 Apr 2026 11:59 IST Voting finishes. As many as 207 MPs vote for the Bill, 126 MPs vote against it. Votal voted is 333. 16 Apr 2026 11:57 IST Om Birla takes vote for womens reservation bill. Voting 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 .
