At Cabinet meeting, PM Modi tells ministers to expose opposition's 'anti-women' mindset before people: Sources

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that political parties opposing the women's reservation bill will face consequences. He urged Union ministers to highlight the opposition's stance as anti-women to the public. The bill did not secure the required majority in the Lok Sabha. The government remains committed to implementing women's reservation by the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.

'Crocodile tears', 'election speech': Opposition's barbs at PM's address to nation

Opposition leaders have strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent national address. They labeled it politically motivated and a breach of democratic conventions, especially given ongoing state elections. Leaders suggested the speech should be counted as a BJP campaign expense due to its partisan nature. They argued the address lacked substance and was an attempt to deflect from government failures.

Samrat Choudhary signals continuity after taking over as Bihar CM; holds Janata Darbar, meets Nitish Kumar, orders anti-corruption push

Bihar's new Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary is emphasizing continuity in governance. He has directed officials towards zero tolerance for corruption and efficient service delivery. Choudhary is also engaging in public outreach through a Janata Darbar. He is reaching out to senior leaders and plans cabinet expansion soon. Departmental reviews are also on the agenda.

Jagan Mohan Reddy, Chandrababu Naidu criticise Opposition after Constitution Bill defeat; warn of impact on Souths representation and womens quota

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Opposition leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy united in their criticism of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill's defeat. They expressed concern that blocking the bill would reduce southern states' representation and delay women's reservation. Both leaders believe this outcome denies justice and penalizes states that practice family planning.

HC grants bail to two former Congress leaders arrested in September 24 Leh violence case, says bail is a rule

Ahead of Assembly polls, Punjab rolls out pilot of women cash support scheme in select constituencies; eligible women to receive Rs 1,000 monthly under AAP promise

Punjab's Bhagwant Mann government has started a pilot of its Mukhymantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana. This scheme offers monthly cash support to women. Registration began on April 15 for nine constituencies. Eligible women will receive 1,000 monthly, with SC women getting 1,500. Transfers begin in July. The government aims to register 90 lakh women.

Priyanka Gandhi, Dimple Yadav back 2023 women's quota act, but reject 2011 census link; target BJP over delimitation row

Wome's reservation amendment bill 2026 row: Opposition parties assert their support for the 2023 Women's Reservation Act. They claim their concern is with the delimitation process, not the reservation itself. Leaders state the entire opposition will back the law's implementation. They accuse the government of using the issue for political gain and question the delay in enacting the legislation.

BJP reduced to four seats in Tripura Tribal Belt; TMP sweeps TTAADC polls

The Tipra Motha Party has achieved a significant victory in the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council elections. The party secured a majority, winning 24 out of 28 seats. This outcome marks a setback for the BJP's efforts to increase its influence in the region. The Tipra Motha Party's win signifies a strong mandate from the tribal population.

Women's Reservation Bill letter in Vasundhara Rajes name goes viral; she calls it fake

A purported letter in Vasundhara Rajes name criticising the BJPs stance on issues including the Womens Reservation Bill went viral on social media, triggering reactions. Raje dismissed it as fake, calling it the work of mischief makers. She reiterated support for PM Modi and said efforts on womens representation are being widely welcomed.

Iran envoy says US backtracked on agreed 10-point plan, stalling peace talks

Iran's Supreme Leader representative in India, Abdul Majeed Hakeem Ilahi, stated that recent Iran-US peace talks failed after Washington allegedly deviated from an agreed-upon 10-point plan. Ilahi claimed the US initially accepted the proposal but shifted its demands during negotiations in Pakistan, leading to the breakdown.

Tamil Nadu polls: AIADMKs D Jayakumar eyes comeback in Royapuram after DMK wrested seat in 2021

NIA arrests Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmad Shah for 1996 Srinagar violence case; sent to Jammu on 3-day remand

'Congress-abuse address': Jairam Ramesh hits out at PM Modi

Congress hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's national address, calling it a 'distress address'. The party challenged the PM to bring a bill in Parliament to implement women's reservation immediately within the existing Lok Sabha setup. Congress accused the government of deceitful attempts regarding women's reservation and delimitation proposals. The party highlighted its consistent stand on immediate implementation.

Govt to release 5,653 cr Rythu Bharosa benefit to Telangana farmers on April 20

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will release Rs 5,653 crore into the accounts of 45,11,947 farmers as part of the second phase of Rythu Bharosa crop input financial assistance in Jayashankar-Bhupalapalli district on Monday, April 20. The amount will be disbursed to farmers who have not yet received the amount for the Rabi 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 .

PM Modi Full Speech: Matter of time, will remove all obstacles that come in the way of womens reservation amendment Bill

We will remove all obstacles in the way of womens reservation, I promise, says PM Modi

Modi also launched a sharp attack on Opposition parties, accusing them of opposing the bill and undermining womens empowerment.

Congress calls defeat of women's quota bill 'victory for democracy', accuses Centre of flip-flop

The Congress party has accused the central government of attempting to change the federal structure through the women's reservation bill. They declared the bill's defeat in the Lok Sabha a victory for democracy. The party supports immediate implementation of the Women's Reservation Act, 2023. They claim the government's actions were for political gain and to permanently stay in power.

'Distress address rather than a national address': Opposition slams PM Modi over women reservation bill speech

Opposition Crushed Womens Dreams By Blocking Quota Bill: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Apr 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said opposition parties had mercilessly crushed the dreams of women by not allowing the womens reservation bill to pass in Parliament despite the governments best efforts. In an address to the nation, a day after a bill to implement womens reservation in legislatures was defeated in the Lok Sabha, Modi said the self-serving politics of parties like the Congress, the DMK, the TMC, and the Samajwadi Party has come at [] The post Opposition Crushed Womens Dreams By Blocking Quota Bill: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Dreams crushed, selfish politics, and well be back: Key highlights from Modis speech after Lok Sabha rejects womens reservation amendment bill

Prime Minister Narendra Modi apologized to Indian women after the Lok Sabha rejected the 33% reservation bill. He stated that the aspirations of women were curtailed and their dreams were shattered. Modi accused opposition parties of selfish politics and celebrating the bill's defeat. He warned of political consequences for those who opposed the measure.

Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan undergoes surgical procedure

He has been asked to rest for 710 days, with longer recovery care recommended.

Fight for empowering women stalled due to selfish politics of oppn: PM Modi

PM Modi apologises to women after Lok Sabha rejects 33% quota bill, slams Opposition for politics over progress

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has apologized to women across India. The Lok Sabha rejected a proposal for 33% reservation for women in Parliament. The Prime Minister blamed opposition parties for blocking the bill. This setback impacts women's empowerment efforts. The government aimed for implementation by the 2029 General Elections. Concerns were raised by some southern states regarding population-linked delimitation.

'Resume process of facilitating India-bound ships at earliest': MEA to Iran envoy after Hormuz firing

One year after the Pahalgam attack, Activist Tasleema Akhter calls tragedy an `unhealed wound'

LIVE : PM Narendra Modi addresses public meeting in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

Samrat Choudhary govt in Bihar to face trust vote on April 24

Bihar's new NDA government, headed by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, will seek a vote of confidence in the Assembly on April 24. This one-day session precedes the monsoon session. Choudhary took oath as the 24th chief minister on April 15, succeeding Nitish Kumar. Kumar resigned to take up central responsibilities after becoming a Rajya Sabha member.

Centre's conspiracy to change federal structure defeated: Priyanka Gandhi on women's quota row

Addressing a press conference here, the Congress general secretary underlined that the opposition was not against reservation for women and would support the Women's Reservation Act, 2023, if the government sought to implement it on the current strength of the Lok Sabha.

Delhi CM Gupta reviews Phase 4 construction work at RK Ashram Marg

Morbis ceramic industry restarts on expensive PNG; units raise prices by 40%

While supply constraints appear to have eased, pricing remains a major pain point for manufacturers

Uttarakhand CM Dhami attends Char Dham Yatra 2026 inauguration, flags off pilgrim Buses in Rishikesh

On the occasion, he flagged off buses carrying pilgrims to the Char Dham shrines and also inspected a free medical camp set up for devotees.

Smriti Irani slams Opposition ahead of PM Modis address to nation, defends Womens Reservation Bill

Senior BJP leader Smriti Irani has attacked opposition parties. She accused them of spreading false information about the 33% women's reservation in Parliament. Prime Minister Modi is set to address the nation tonight. His speech will cover parliamentary functioning and legislative intent. Irani highlighted past support for the bill by BJP.

NDA to push for women's reservation through public awareness: AP CM Naidu

The NDA will champion women's reservation in legislative bodies through public awareness campaigns. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu highlighted past attempts and accused opposition parties of obstructing progress. The government is also focused on waste management and increasing green cover in Andhra Pradesh. Plans are underway to convert waste into usable materials and generate electricity.

Even if there are 543 or 850 seats, BJP will win: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Delimitation

Speaking with the reporters outside the Parliament, Joshi said that the Centre delinked the census from delimitation to ensure women's reservation and increase the overall seats in the Parliament.

Nashik Case: 'There Was No POSH Complaint, Probe Initiated,' Says TCS

TCS Nashik faces scrutiny over harassment and conversion allegations; internal and police probes intensify.

Cabinet approves two rail multitracking projects in Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh, expanding network by 601 km

Aligned with the PM Gati Shakti plan, the projects aim to improve connectivity, boost freight movement, support industrial growth, and reduce logistics costs while cutting carbon emissions.

Telangana CM seeks Bayyaram steel plant, EV battery hub from Centre

During meetings in New Delhi, Revanth Reddy highlighted the projects as key to addressing steel demand, boosting industrial growth, and supporting the Telangana Rising 2047 vision

BJP defeated by its own intentions, not Opposition: Telangana CM

New Delhi: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy said on Saturday, April 18, the defeat of the Constitution Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha was not a political setback for the BJP but a rejection of its intentions, alleging the ruling party used womens reservation as a cover to pursue a larger design of changing 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 .

Chandrababu Naidu calls womens reservation bill defeat unpardonable crime

Addressing an NDA rally, he accused the Congress of blocking the bill for political reasons and undermining womens confidence

First defeat in 12 years: Stalin takes dig at PM Modi after women's reservation bill collapse

Womens reservation bill row: BJP, opposition clash as amendment fails

While the government accused the Opposition of betraying women, opposition parties argued they support reservation but oppose linking it with delimitation

Sonia Gandhi's electoral list matter: Court asks counsel to file written submissions within a week

A Delhi court is hearing a revision petition challenging a magistrate's order refusing to register an FIR against Sonia Gandhi. The complainant alleges Gandhi was included in the electoral roll in 1980 without being an Indian citizen, becoming one only in 1983. The court has asked for written submissions and listed the matter for May 16.

VP to meet Sri Lankan top leadership, expand outreach to Indian-origin Tamil community: High Commissioner Jha

He is expected to address and engage with nearly 1.5 million Indian-origin Tamils living in Sri Lanka

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address nation at 8.30pm

BJP's downfall has begun: Mamata on NDA failing to pass bill to give women quota from 2029

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared the BJP's downfall has commenced. She stated the party's defeat is evident after the failure to pass a Constitution amendment bill for women's reservation in legislatures. Banerjee asserted the BJP is in power only with allies' support. She warned those working for the BJP that its time in power is limited.

Former Bihar BJP leader R K Singh to launch his own party

Former bureaucrat R K Singh is launching a new political party. The party will focus on national and public interest. It aims to unite honest, educated, and caste-free individuals. Bihar politics will be the primary focus. Singh previously served as a Union minister. He left the BJP after being suspended.

HC order for FIR against Rahul Gandhi in dual citizenship case surprising, unwarranted: Gehlot

Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot expressed surprise at the Allahabad High Court's order to file an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. The case involves allegations of dual British citizenship. Gehlot stated that similar petitions were previously dismissed. He highlighted Gandhi's family's contributions to India's freedom struggle and his recent nationwide march promoting unity.

AIADMK being eaten up from within by BJP: Rahul Gandhi ahead of Tamil Nadu polls

Rahul Gandhi attacked the BJP and AIADMK in Tamil Nadu, alleging the latter has been taken over by the BJP. He defended Tamil language and culture, stating he feels personally connected to the state's struggles against the RSS and BJP. Gandhi also criticized the BJP's economic policies and legislative tactics.

Illusion of control crumbling: TMC's Abhishek Banerjee targets NDA after bill defeat

Bandi Sanjay slams Congress over failed Bill, claims South interests compromised

Hyderabad: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar accused Congress and the INDIA alliance of betraying the interests of southern states as the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, was defeated in Lok Sabha. The Bill, introduced on April 16, aimed at increasing the strength of the Lok Sabha, bringing into force 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 .

'Shouldn't be considered failure of govt ...': Rijiju on women's reservation bill not clearing LS

The government faced a setback as the women's reservation bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha, requiring a two-thirds majority. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju blamed the Congress and opposition parties, calling it an anti-women stance and a significant blow to the nation. The opposition, while supporting reservation, opposed its linkage with delimitation and census.

'Cases involving religious conversion wouldn't be tolerated': Maharashtra CM Fadnavis on Nashik TCS case

Maharashtra Chief Minister Fadnavis on Saturday chaired a review meeting of the Home Department over the Nashik conversion case, saying that religious conversion cases would not be tolerated under any circumstances.

BJP, Opposition in war of words after Constitution Amendment Bill defeat

A Constitution Amendment Bill for women's reservation in legislatures from 2029 and Lok Sabha seat increase was defeated. The BJP accused the Congress and opposition of betraying women. Opposition leaders stated the 2023 quota law should be implemented immediately, accusing the government of political games.

Both Houses of Parliament adjourned sine die, Budget Session concludes

Staff Reporter Both Houses of Parliament were adjourned sine die today. With this, the Budget Session of Parliament, which commenced on 28 January this year, has come to an end. In his valedictory address in the Lok Sabha, Speaker Om Birla highlighted that the House registered 93% productivity during the Budget Session. He said a []

'Give women their rights, right now': Priyanka Gandhi demands immediate implementation of 2023 Women's Reservation bill

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has called for the immediate reintroduction of the 2023 Women's Reservation Bill. She labelled the failure of the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha a Black Day for the NDA government. Gandhi stated that the opposition supports women's reservation but opposes its linkage to delimitation and census processes.

Priyanka Gandhi holds briefing on Womens Reservation Bill | Congress vs BJP

'Opposition in LS chose politics over progress': Suresh Gopi on Constitution Amendment Bill defeat

Union Minister Suresh Gopi expressed disappointment after the Lok Sabha vote on the Women's Reservation Bill. He accused the opposition of prioritizing politics over national progress. The bill, which aimed to implement reservation for women in legislatures from 2029 and increase Lok Sabha seats, did not secure the required two-thirds majority.

'Black day for Centre, they felt a shock for first time': Priyanka on delimitation bill defeat

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra hailed the defeat of the Delimitation Bill as a victory for democracy, accusing the Centre of a conspiracy to alter the federal structure. The bill, which proposed women's reservation linked to delimitation, failed to secure the required majority in the Lok Sabha. Opposition parties, while supporting women's reservation in principle, opposed its linkage with delimitation and census.

Opposition to urge Narendra Modi to implement earlier womens reservation bill

Opposition parties plan to write to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They demand the implementation of the old Women's Reservation Bill. INDIA bloc parties will hold press conferences nationwide. They state support for women's reservation. The government is accused of changing the political map. Priyanka Gandhi urged the Centre to reintroduce the original bill. This bill had broad political consensus.

Bengal Polls: Cards Stacked Against Mamata but BJP Has Also Scored a Self-Goal

Jawhar Sircar speaks on anti-incumbency against Mamataand how the BJP scored a 'self-goal' in Bengal with the SIR.

Parliament special session: Both Houses adjourned sine die, Budget session concludes

The Budget Session of Parliament concluded sine die after the women's reservation Bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha, falling short of the required two-thirds majority. The government also deferred the contentious delimitation proposal amid Opposition pushback, ending the session on a politically charged note.

Delhi sees sharp drop in minimum temperature

The air quality index (AQI) of the city improved drastically to the moderate category

Womens quota bill would have undermined democracy, Constitution: Aaditya Thackeray

Mumbai: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Saturday, April 18, said that the passage of the womens quota bill would have ensured a total defeat of democracy, alleging that the legislation, linked with a delimitation exercise, was a political tool designed to reduce the voice of states. Thackeray, in a post on X, claimed 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 .

'Let's see who is anti-women': Priyanka Gandhi challenges govt to bring back old women's bill

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has called on the Centre to bring back the original Women's Reservation Bill. This comes after the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, failed to pass in the Lok Sabha. Gandhi stated that a bill passed by all parties should be reintroduced immediately.

Women's quota bill would have ensured defeat of democracy, Constitution: Aaditya Thackeray

Aaditya Thackeray stated the women's quota bill, tied to delimitation, was a political move to weaken states and secure unfair wins. He claimed the bill, which sought to increase Lok Sabha seats and implement women's reservation, was rejected by opposition MPs. The proposed constitutional amendment required a two-thirds majority but did not achieve it.

Telangana BJP says chief placed under house arrest before womens bill protest

Hyderabad: Telangana Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) claimed that its chief, N Ramchander Rao was put under house arrest on Saturday, April 18, ahead of a protest he called at Chief Minister A Revanth Reddys residence against the Congress for allegedly defeating the womens quota bill in Parliament. Rao was kept under house arrest to stall 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 .

Intention to change structure of Constitution, take over executive power: Mallikarjun Kharge slams Centre after failure of Delimitation Bill

Mallikarjun Kharge stated INDIA bloc MPs are not anti-women, asserting the NDA government's aim was to gain power to pass delimitation laws with a simple majority. He explained their opposition to the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill and Delimitation Bill was due to the delimitation clause, not women's reservation itself.

Telangana BJP chief Ramchander Rao placed under house arrest ahead of protest over Women's Reservation Bill

Telangana BJP President N. Ramchander Rao on Saturday was placed under house arrest by police in Hyderabad after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) called for a protest outside the residence of Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy over the Congress party's stand on the Women's Reservation Bill in Parliament.

MBT seeks Telangana CM meeting on Ox transport, slaughter before Bakrid

Hyderabad: Majlis Bachao Tehreek (MBT) Spokesperson Amjed Ullah Khan has sought a meeting with chief minister A Revanth Reddy for clarity on transportation and slaughter of ox ahead of Bakrid in Telangana. In a statement, Khan claimed that there is anxiety among Muslim traders regarding the transportation of oxen. He alleged that the Congress government 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 .

Congress blocking Women's Reservation Bill denied India historic step: Andhra Pradesh CM

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu criticized the Congress-led opposition for blocking the Women's Reservation Bill, calling it a betrayal of millions of women. The bill, which aimed to provide 33% reservation for women in legislatures from 2029, was defeated in the Lok Sabha. Janasena founder Pawan Kalyan also lamented the missed opportunity for women's empowerment.

Pune airport resumes ops hours after IAF fighter jet's 'hard landing' - what had gone wrong?

Pune airport operations have resumed after an Indian Air Force Sukhoi 30 MKI aircraft experienced an undercarriage failure during a hard landing, blocking the runway. Repair work was completed on a war footing, with departure operations starting at 7:30 AM and arrivals at 8:00 AM. Several flights were cancelled due to the incident.

Congress-led opposition chose obstruction over progress: Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on defeat of Constitution Amendment Bill

Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu criticised the Congress-led opposition after a Constitution Amendment Bill on womens reservation was defeated in the Lok Sabha, saying it chose obstruction over progress and denied opportunities to women.

Womens quota law comes into effect in UTs of J&K, Puducherry

TDP & JDS join other NDA allies in backing bills

Rahul turns storyteller, tells LS of his fears & about a magician

Rahul talks of April 16, BJP reminds him of April 17 history

NDA plans nationwide protests over INDIA bloc on Womens Reservation Bill defeat

New Delhi: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is set to launch a nationwide protest campaign on Saturday, April 18, against the INDIA alliance following the defeat of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha. The Bill, which aimed to provide 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament, failed to secure 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 .

Defeat for delimitation, not womens reservation, says a triumphant opposition

Why bring a bill that would fail? Several theories do the rounds

'Insult meted out to Nari Shakti will never be forgiven': Jaishankar lambasts Oppn after Constitutional Amendment Bill defeat in LS

A crucial Constitution Amendment Bill aimed at reserving one-third of seats for women in Lok Sabha and State Assemblies has been defeated. Opposition parties, including Congress, TMC, DMK, and Samajwadi Party, voted against the bill. This move has drawn strong condemnation from the ruling BJP, with leaders stating that women will not forgive this decision.

Wont leave: Desi student lives alone in 9-storey building

Delimitation needed to preserve one vote, one value: Amit Shah in Lok Sabha

Rahul Gandhi: Government wants to change electoral map, fears losing power

Invoke preventive detention against sand mafia, says Supreme Court

Women's quota, delimitation: Opposition kills bill in Lok Sabha, it's NDA govt's first legislative defeat

SC rejects Pawan Khera's plea for protection against arrest

Haringhatas TMC councillor arrested

HC junks EC decision to appoint assistant professors as presiding officers

Tamil Nadu polls: Sasikala, Ramadoss may play spoilsport for AIADMK

Warm reception for lottery barons wife giving DMK jitters