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Migrant workers being tortured for speaking Bengali in BJP-ruled states, alleges Mamata

Kolkata, Jan 16: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday alleged that migrant labourers were being tortured

Daily Excelsior 16 Jan 2026 2:56 pm

'Does INDI Alliance Exist Any More?' BJP's Jibe At Opposition After BMC Poll Win

Sudhanshu Trivedi said the election results reflected a clear endorsement of the partys development agenda and leadershi

News18 16 Jan 2026 2:54 pm

CM Mamata protecting criminals, anarchists, she is close to bidding adieu to political career: Naqvi

BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said that despite all this, it is the responsibility of all political parties, constituti

The Hindu 16 Jan 2026 2:43 pm

Maharashtra Civic Polls: Supporters Celebrate As Early Leads Emerge In BMC Elections

BJP has massive lead in Mumbai's BMC elections.

Deccan Chronicle 16 Jan 2026 2:41 pm

Nashik Election Result 2026: Mahayuti surges, check latest update about winners and losers in civic polls

Nashik Election 2026 Result: The Mahayuti alliance, led by the BJP, is currently leading in the Nashik Civic body electi

The Economic Times 16 Jan 2026 2:36 pm

AI-Generated Clip Viral as Aaj Tak Report on BJPs Probable Loss in Assam Polls

AI-detection tool Deepfake-O-Meter revealed that the clip was created using AI.

The Quint 16 Jan 2026 2:09 pm

Supreme Court Stays Calcutta High Court Verdict Disqualifying Mukul Roy As MLA

The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the Calcutta High Court verdict disqualifying senior leader Mukul Roy as an MLA of th

NDTV 16 Jan 2026 2:06 pm

BJP To Name New National President On January 20, Nitin Nabin Considered Front-Runner

The nomination window for the top organisational post will open on January 19. Following this, the name of the new party

News18 16 Jan 2026 2:01 pm

Poll Body Gaslighting Citizens: Rahul Gandhi On 'Indelible' Ink Row, BJP Responds

Rahul Gandhi's reaction came after opposition leaders, after voting in Maharashtra municipal corporation elections, alle

NDTV 16 Jan 2026 1:43 pm

BJP-led Alliance Ahead in Mumbai, Ajit Pawar-Led NCP Relegated in Pune

Going by the trends, the Mahayuti alliance is poised to cross the majority mark of 114 needed to wrest power in the BMC

Deccan Chronicle 16 Jan 2026 1:41 pm

SC stays Calcutta HC verdict disqualifying Mukul Roy as MLA for defecting to TMC

The Supreme Court has put a hold on the Calcutta High Court's decision to disqualify Mukul Roy as a Member of the Legisl

The Economic Times 16 Jan 2026 1:28 pm

BJP to Elect New National President on Jan 20

New Delhi, Jan 16: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday announced the schedule for the election of its new nationa

The Northlines 16 Jan 2026 1:25 pm

BMC Elections 2026 Winners List: Check seat-wise full list of BJP, Congress, Shiv Sena winning candidates here

Mumbai Elections 2026 Winners: Vote counting is underway for Maharashtra Municipal Corporation elections, with polling c

The Economic Times 16 Jan 2026 1:07 pm

BJP To Name New Party Chief On Jan 20; Sources Say Nitin Nabin Likely To Be Elected Unopposed

New Delhi, Jan 16: The BJP on Friday released the schedule for the election of the partys national president, saying nom

Daily Excelsior 16 Jan 2026 1:06 pm

Pawars Reunion Flops In Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad Civic Polls As BJP Takes Lead

The Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal corporation, considered as one of the richest after the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporatio

NDTV 16 Jan 2026 12:58 pm

BJP to announce new party president on January 20

The polling will be held if needed on January 20 and an official announcement of the name of the new elected BJP nationa

The Hindu 16 Jan 2026 12:50 pm

BJP to announce new party president on Jan 20; all eyes on Nitin Nabin

The Bharatiya Janata Party will elect its new national president on January 20. Nominations for the post will be filed o

The Economic Times 16 Jan 2026 12:42 pm

BJP responds to Rahuls EC gaslighting people claim with khandani chor barb

NEW DELHI, Jan 16: The BJP on Friday attacked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi with a khandani chor barb, accusing him of mi

Daily Excelsior 16 Jan 2026 12:38 pm

Nothing wrong in H.D. Kumaraswamy coming to State politics, says Karnataka BJP chief B.Y. Vijayendra

Mr. Vijayendra says the former Chief Minister has uniquely contributed to the development of Karnataka

The Hindu 16 Jan 2026 12:33 pm

Maharashtra Election Results 2026 News Live: Close contest in Mumbai BMC and Thane; BJP leading in Pune and Chinchwad

Maharashtra Election Results Live: Vote counting is underway for elections across 29 municipal corporations in Maharasht

The Economic Times 16 Jan 2026 12:21 pm

BMC Election Results 2026 Full Winners List: BJP candidates secure wins on several seats, Congress' Asha Kale wins Dharavi ward 183

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections 2026 results are set to be announced today on January 16. Here is

DNA India 16 Jan 2026 12:06 pm

Man Arrested In Hyderabad Temple Attack, BJP Seeks Probe In Such Cases

The Hyderabad Police have arrested a man accused of damaging the Myansamma Temple in the Puranapul Darwaza area. With th

NDTV 16 Jan 2026 11:50 am

Sharp Spike in Hate in 2025, Minorities the Target, Says New Report

1,318 verified in-person events in 2025, with BJP-ruled states accounting for 88% documents the India Hate Labs Report 2

News Click 16 Jan 2026 11:48 am

From Strategy To Self-Sabotage: Inside Congresss Assam Implosion

In the process, the Congress handed the ruling BJP exactly what it thrives on proof of opposition disarray.

News18 16 Jan 2026 11:38 am

Rahul Gandhi Accuses EC Of 'Gaslighting Citizens' Amid BMC Polls Ink Row, BJP Hits Back

Rahul Gandhi accused the Election Commission of gaslighting citizens after MVA leaders alleged electoral malpractice, cl

News18 16 Jan 2026 11:36 am

BJP's Leader Of Pessimism Jab At Rahul Gandhi After IMF's India Praise

The IMF on Thursday said India is the key growth engine for the world, noting that the country's third-quarter growth ca

NDTV 16 Jan 2026 11:29 am

Maharashtra BMC Elections Result 2026: Early trends show BJP led Mahayuti alliance ahead of Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS

Early trends being reported from the counting of votes in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections on Frid

DNA India 16 Jan 2026 11:27 am

Maharashtra begins counting votes for high-stakes civic polls

Mumbai: Counting of votes polled in elections to 29 municipal corporations across Maharashtra began on Friday morning wi

The Siasat Daily 16 Jan 2026 10:54 am

Unnao rape: Survivor moves Delhi HC to place more material in Kuldeep Sengar's appeal

In her application filed in the expelled BJP leader's appeal, she said she wanted to place before the court facts and do

The Hindu 16 Jan 2026 10:46 am

BMC Election Results 2026 Highlights: Early trends show BJPShiv Sena alliance leading against Thackeray brothers in high-stakes Mumbai battle

Vote counting is underway for Maharashtra's 29 municipal corporations, with Mumbai's Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation

The Economic Times 16 Jan 2026 10:25 am

BMC Results: BJP Alliance Has Edge In Early Leads, Thackerays Close Behind

The counting of votes has begun for elections to 29 civic bodies in Maharashtra, including the high-stakes battle in Mum

NDTV 16 Jan 2026 10:16 am

Maharashtra BMC elections result 2026: Counting of votes for high-stakes civic polls in state begins; all eyes on Mumbai

BMC elections result 2026: Vote counting is underway for 29 municipal corporations across Maharashtra. The focus is on M

The Economic Times 16 Jan 2026 10:11 am

PMC Election Results 2026: Vote counting to begin at 10 AM as NCP factions unite against BJP, turnout lower than 2017

Vote counting for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections starts today. Results from 28 other municipal corporations ac

The Economic Times 16 Jan 2026 9:53 am

IMF Calls India 'Growth Engine For The World', BJP Says 'Terrible News For Rahul Gandhi'

India is the key growth engine for the world, IMF said on Thursday, noting that the country's third-quarter growth came

News18 16 Jan 2026 9:41 am

Exit polls predict BJP-Shiv Sena headed for big win in Mumbai civic body

Mumbai: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-Shiv Sena alliance is headed for a thumping victory in the Brihanmumbai Municip

The Siasat Daily 16 Jan 2026 9:31 am

BJP, Thackerays, Or Pawars? Crucial Maharashtra Civic Poll Results Today

The votes for elections to 29 civic bodies in Maharashtra, including the high-stakes battle in Mumbai and Pune, will be

NDTV 16 Jan 2026 8:39 am

UP BJP president meets Dalit veteran to bolster outreach

The Times of India 16 Jan 2026 8:33 am

BMC elections 2026: Asias richest civic body, a city of dreams and a battle for governance

The estranged Thackeray cousinsUddhavs Shiv Sena (UBT) and Rajs MNShave joined forces to reclaim the city, while the BJP

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jan 2026 8:20 am

Mayas move BSPs internal matter: BJP

The Times of India 16 Jan 2026 8:00 am

Maharashtra election results LIVE: Exit polls predict win for BJP-Shiv Sena alliance in Mumbai

Voting complete amid row over removing 'indelible' ink on January 15, 2026; voter turnout around 50%

The Hindu 16 Jan 2026 7:50 am

Mumbai backs us: Mahayuti leaders upbeat after polling; CM Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde say voters reaffirm support for ruling alliance

The BJP-led Mahayuti expressed confidence in a strong performance across Maharashtra's municipal corporations, citing po

The Times of India 16 Jan 2026 7:49 am

BMC, Maharashtra Civic Poll Results Live: Can the Uddhav-Raj Thackeray combination take on the BJP-Shiv Sena Mahayuti?

BMC, Maharashtra Civic Poll Results Live updates: Counting of votes begins across Mumbai and 28 other civic bodies as pa

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jan 2026 7:34 am

BMC polls: Gujaratis of Ghatkopar & Mulund skip annual Uttarayan trip to vote

The neighborhoods of Ghatkopar and Mulund experienced a bustling atmosphere as voters flocked to the polls, particularly

The Times of India 16 Jan 2026 7:28 am

Maharashtra Civic Body Election Results LIVE: Counting Of Votes To Begin At 10 AM

Maharashtra BMC Election Result 2026 LIVE Updates: The exit polls done by Axis My India, the JVC, and Sakal have predict

NDTV 16 Jan 2026 6:51 am

30-year hold of Thackerays to end? Amid ink row, Mumbai sees high voting; exit polls give BMC to BJP+

The BMC elections in Mumbai, held after a gap of nine years, attracted a commendable voter turnout of about 54-56%. Earl

The Times of India 16 Jan 2026 5:23 am

J&K Assembly to hold 5th session, No Dy Speaker in place,

Gross violation of constitutional norms: BJP Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Jan 15: The fifth session of the Assembly of the

The Northlines 16 Jan 2026 1:00 am

Battle for Mumbai: Exit polls predict clear win for BJP-SS

PTI Mumbai All exit polls predicted a clear sweep for the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporati

The Navhind Times 16 Jan 2026 12:14 am

Maharashtra civic polls: Young voters left confused over new alliances in Mumbai

Trends indicate the BJP has slowly increased its hold in the BMC, traditionally dominated by the Thackerays

The Hindu 15 Jan 2026 11:42 pm

Maharashtra polls: Sena leader`s house attacked; BJP candidate assaulted

Polling for 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra including Mumbai`s high-stake BMC concluded on Thursday evening and

Mid Day 15 Jan 2026 11:00 pm

I-PAC raids: HC refuses to let BJP hold demonstration before secretariat

Kolkata: The Calcutta High Court on Thursday, January 15, refused permission to the BJP to hold a demonstration in front

The Siasat Daily 15 Jan 2026 10:09 pm

BJP, Allies To Sweep Mumbai Civic Body BMC, Predict 4 Exit Polls

The BJP and the Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena will have an edge in the elections for the prestigious Mumbai civic body -- th

NDTV 15 Jan 2026 8:26 pm

BJP's maha moment? Exit polls predict Mahayuti sweep in BMC elections; Thackeray union falls flat

Exit polls project a significant victory for the Mahayuti alliance in the BMC polls, with projections indicating they wi

The Times of India 15 Jan 2026 8:19 pm

Kerala: Left Front begins house visits to recoup lost ground before assembly polls

Kerala's ruling LDF is launching a door-to-door campaign to understand its local body poll setback and address voter con

The Economic Times 15 Jan 2026 8:17 pm

BMC Exit Polls 2026: Axis My India predicts clean sweep for BJP-led Mahayuti; Thackeray camp trails

Axis My India's exit poll projects a significant win for the BJP-led NDA in the BMC elections, potentially securing 131-

The Times of India 15 Jan 2026 7:54 pm

Mumbai BMC Exit Poll Results 2026: Big blow for UddhavRaj alliance as Axis My India predicts BJP-led Mahayuti majority

Mumbai BMC Exit Poll: An exit poll suggests the BJP-led alliance will win the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation electio

The Economic Times 15 Jan 2026 7:04 pm

2 Exit Polls Predict Sweep For BJP-Led Coalition In Mumbai Civic Body BMC

The BJP and the Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena will have an edge in the elections for the prestigious Mumbai civic body -- th

NDTV 15 Jan 2026 6:57 pm

'Not getting that confidence': Himanta Biswa Sarma doubtful of BJP win in Assembly polls after BTC washout

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma voiced concerns about his party's performance in the upcoming assembly election

The Economic Times 15 Jan 2026 6:48 pm

Talks gather pace on restoring Manipur government as Presidents rule clocks one year

Efforts are intensifying to restore popular government in Manipur. President's rule is set to complete one year next mon

The Economic Times 15 Jan 2026 5:57 pm

Serious indictment of Mamata: BJP over Supreme Court observation on ED plea in I-PAC raid caseami

Supreme court stayed the FIR filed in West Bengal against ED officials who raided the I-PAC office and the residence of

The Hindu 15 Jan 2026 5:43 pm

'Election Interference' Vs 'Mobocracy': TMC, BJP Spar Over ED Row As Supreme Court Steps In

The SC stayed all criminal proceedings and probes initiated by the Kolkata Police against ED officials following their r

News18 15 Jan 2026 5:19 pm

'Serious indictment' of Mamata Banerjee: BJP over SC observation on ED plea in I-PAC raid case

The Supreme Court has termed very serious allegations of obstruction by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's gov

The Economic Times 15 Jan 2026 5:09 pm

`Polling booths placed far apart to stop people from voting against BJP`

As voting began across 29 civic bodies in Maharashtra, NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar alleged polling booth misplacement, EVM

Mid Day 15 Jan 2026 4:35 pm

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari's musical tribute to Delhi CM, heaps praise on Rekha Gupta at Makar Sankranti event

Tiwari, 54, sang the song 'Jeka Bagh Ka Kareja Deke Upar Wala Bheja' and gave a special mention to the Delhi CM during t

DNA India 15 Jan 2026 4:22 pm

Viral video: Hema Malini gets insulted, humiliated by senior citizen, actress-politician's reaction fumes netizens: 'BJP walon mein ghamand bahut hai'

Hema Malini arrived at the polling booth to cast her vote. However, she had to face an epic embarrassing moment when a s

DNA India 15 Jan 2026 4:16 pm

If Sabarimala tantri jailed, CM too should be arrested: BJP

Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar demanded Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's arrest if the Sabarimala chief priest i

The Economic Times 15 Jan 2026 3:06 pm

No Pause For New Chief: BJPs Top Brass To Meet Within 24 Hours Of Nitin Nabin Taking Charge

Reviving the party in tough battlegrounds, enforcing discipline in state units & sharpening booth-level machinery in pol

News18 15 Jan 2026 3:03 pm

BJP MLA seeks more Vande Bharat train services from Vizag

The proposed shifting of flight operations from Vizag airport to Bhogapuram will significantly increase travel time for

The Hindu 15 Jan 2026 2:46 pm

Maharashtra civic polls: BJP candidates husband under probe for recording video

During the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections, Nilesh Doke, husband of BJP candidate Aparna Doke, allegedl

Mid Day 15 Jan 2026 2:05 pm

Marathi Identity Is Our Foundation, Not a Political Tool: BJPs Ravindra Chavan Hits Back At Opposition

Ravindra Chavan said that for the BJP, Marathi identity is not a slogan for convenience but a core belief rooted in incl

News18 15 Jan 2026 2:03 pm

Explained: Who has alliance with whom in Maharashtras civic polls your guide ahead of results

Maharashtra's political landscape is a complex web of shifting alliances as municipal corporation election results loom.

The Times of India 15 Jan 2026 12:31 pm

Chief of Defence Staff, Army Chief attend Army Day celebrations in Jaipur

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Army Chief General Upendra Trivedi, Rajasthan Governor

The Economic Times 15 Jan 2026 10:02 am

Thursday thriller: Mahayuti vs Thackeray cousins in BMC battle

Mumbai's electorate is about to make its voice heard once more as they prepare for a pivotal election after a nine-year

The Times of India 15 Jan 2026 9:24 am

Voting begins for high-stakes civic polls in Maharashtra; all eyes on big battle for Mumbai

These are the first BMC polls since the 2022 split in the Shiv Sena when Eknath Shinde, now Deputy Chief Minister, broke

Deccan Chronicle 15 Jan 2026 7:48 am

Thackerays vs BJP-Sena vs NCP As Mumbai Votes In 1st Civic Polls Since 2017

Maharashtra Civic Polls are being seen as a chance for the Thackeray brothers, who have reunited in its backdrop after 2

NDTV 15 Jan 2026 6:30 am

BRHF for official commemoration of 650th birth anniversary of Guru Ravidass

Balbir hands over letter to Sat Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 14: Jammu Kashmir BJP president and MP, Rajya Sabha,

Daily Excelsior 15 Jan 2026 4:05 am

World Bank report vindicates PM Modis economic vision: Gaurav

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 14: Reacting to the latest World Bank Global Economic Prospects report, BJP spokesper

Daily Excelsior 15 Jan 2026 4:01 am

Bhagwat Saptah reinforcing Sanatan Dharma, cultural consciousness: Zorawar

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 14: A nine-day-long Shrimad Bhagwat Saptah, symbolizing the eternal spiritual and cul

Daily Excelsior 15 Jan 2026 3:59 am

BJP protests police action against councillors kin

The Times of India 15 Jan 2026 3:34 am

BJP natl working prez to visit state

From Our Special Correspondent NEW DELHI, Jan 14: BJP national working president Nitin Nabin will soon visit Meghalaya t

The Shillong Times 15 Jan 2026 2:52 am

BJP sounds alert over Bangladesh unrest

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: With political unrest continuing in neighbouring Bangladesh and growing anxiety over M

The Shillong Times 15 Jan 2026 2:40 am

CPC delegation meets Left leaders in Delhi

The CPC delegation also visited the BJP headquarters and met RSS and Congress leaders

The Hindu 15 Jan 2026 2:20 am

Political parties make pitch for 2027 Punjab election at Maghi Mela

AAP govt. will make provision in budget to give 1,000 per monthto every woman, says Mann; Akali Dal chief lists poll pro

The Hindu 15 Jan 2026 1:28 am

BJP to train its first time MLAs ahead of budget session, Workshop on Jan 24-25

Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Jan 14: Just before the start of the upcoming budget session of the Assembly of the Union Terr

The Northlines 15 Jan 2026 12:48 am

Mrashtra votes for crucial civic polls today; focus on Mumbai

Shiv Senas first BMC election since partys split in 2022 Mumbai: As Maharashtra heads to the elections on Thursday for 2

The Navhind Times 15 Jan 2026 12:37 am

Caste abuse case filed against Karnataka BJP MLA B P Harish - Deccan Herald

Caste abuse case filed against Karnataka BJP MLA B P Harish Deccan Herald

Google News 15 Jan 2026 12:17 am

Marathi Identity vs Hindutva: Thackerays, BJP Engage In Social Media War

With only hours remaining before the voting for the high-stakes Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections comme

NDTV 15 Jan 2026 12:12 am

Murshidabad BDO Office Ransacked Amid Sir Hearing; BJP Accuses TMC MLA, 2 Held

Police registered a case at Farakka police station under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the

News18 14 Jan 2026 11:22 pm

Maharashtra votes today in high-stakes civic polls, Ajit Pawar raises scam, BJP hits back

NCPs Ajit Pawar has fired a significant shot across the bow at the erstwhile Shiv Sena-BJP coalition, alleging they orch

The Economic Times 14 Jan 2026 11:18 pm

BMC elections: Check voting time, result date and other key details to polls of India's richest civic body

Maharashtra is voting today for 29 municipal corporations. The main contest is for Mumbai's BMC between the BJP-led Maha

The Economic Times 14 Jan 2026 10:52 pm

Massive embarrassment for Mamata Banerjee, claims BJP after HC order

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday, January 14, described as massive embarrassment for West Bengal

The Siasat Daily 14 Jan 2026 10:23 pm

High stakes in civic polls as BJP targets Thackeray hold on Mumbai

Besides Mumbai, polling will also take place in other key municipal corporations such as Thane, Nagpur, Pune, Pimpri-Chi

The Hindu Businessline 14 Jan 2026 9:53 pm

Chief Minister urges unity through art, condemns attack against Christmas celebrations

BJP workers welcome Suresh Gopi with lotus flowers to the arts festival

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 9:38 pm

Karnataka: Minister Patil defends CM's absence during German Chancellor's visit to Bengaluru

Karnataka Industries Minister MB Patil defended Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's absence at the airport for German Chancell

The Economic Times 14 Jan 2026 9:21 pm

Farmers march led by Hanuman Beniwal to Jaipur called off after high-voltage drama

Mr. Beniwal, critical of the BJP government in the State, says the dharna at Riyan Badi had sent across a historic messa

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 8:47 pm

Temples To Social Media: Mamata Banerjee-Abhishek's 5 Strategies For Bengal

The aggressive approach adopted by the BJP has compelled Mamata Banerjee and her nephew Abhishek Banerjee to revisit the

NDTV 14 Jan 2026 8:43 pm

Sangh Parivar Most Dangerous, Says Akhilesh, Urges BJP Ouster to Save Democracy

Yadav highlighted the BJP's alleged corruption and failure to address public grievances, stressing the importance of gra

Deccan Chronicle 14 Jan 2026 7:45 pm

Aditya Sahu elected new president of Jharkhand BJP, seeks to protect tribal rights

Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram, the party's in-charge for the organisational elections of the state unit, offic

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 7:10 pm

Lokpal scraps corruption complaint against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey

ex-IPS officer Amitabh Thakur had in May last year filed a complaint against Mr. Dubey alleging acquisition of dispropor

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 6:44 pm

Emergency era mindset of Congress govt.: BJP

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 6:39 pm

'1,318 Hate Speeches in 2025, Anti-Christian Hate Speeches Spike by 41%': Report

1,164 hate speech cases (88%) occurred in states governed by the BJP, either directly or with coalition partners.

The Quint 14 Jan 2026 6:14 pm

Maharashtra civic polls:Contest between many avatars ofalliances Mahayutiand MVA

Thackerays have allied to retain Mumbai while Pawars have buried the hatchet for Pune; both face BJP as their prime oppo

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 5:40 pm

Efforts may fail, prayers wont, Shivakumar post after meeting Rahul Gandhi in Mysuru sparks political buzz

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar posted a cryptic message on X after meeting AICC leader Rahul Gandhi. This

The Economic Times 14 Jan 2026 5:29 pm

Hate speech against religious minorities up 13 pc in India: Report

In 2025, hate speech against religious minorities, mainly Muslims and Christians, rose by 13 per cent from 2024 and by 9

The Siasat Daily 14 Jan 2026 5:25 pm

BJP MLC alleges Karnataka government hiding contents of DCunha report on Bengaluru stampede to save face

The State Government blamed DNA Network, the event management company, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and the Karnataka St

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 5:01 pm

BJP Rules Out Separate Jammu State, Says Jugal Kishore Sharma

SRINAGAR: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Member of Parliament Jugal Kishore Sharma categorically rejected clai

KashmirLife 14 Jan 2026 4:38 pm

Hema says losing Dharmendra was 'losing best part of life'

Veteran actor and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Hema Malini recently opened up about her late husband, actor Dharmendr

NewsBytes 14 Jan 2026 4:17 pm

'Marathi is my language, Hindutva our aatma': Ahead of BMC polls, Devendra Fadnavis targets UBTMNS; predicts Mahayuti sweep

In a spirited address, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis lambasted the Thackeray-led coalition for igniting divisive 'Mar

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 4:02 pm

Aditya Sahu named new Jharkhand BJP President

Aditya Sahu is the new president of the Jharkhand BJP. Union Minister Jual Oram announced Sahu's appointment. Sahu previ

The Economic Times 14 Jan 2026 3:17 pm

Watch: India prepares for 5 Assembly elections in 2026. What can we expect?

Four States - Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam and West Bengal - and one Union Territory - Puducherry - will go to the polls th

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 2:53 pm

BJP-Shinde disturbing money through door to door campaign, says Shiv Sena Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut criticized the State Election Commission for permitting door-to-door campaigning post the

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 2:20 pm

Mumbai BMC elections 2026: Full schedule, voting time and result date Check all details

As Maharashtra preps for essential municipal elections involving 29 corporations, the spotlight is on Mumbai where the B

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 2:08 pm

Maharashtra To Vote For High-Stakes Civic Polls Tomorrow

As Maharashtra heads to the elections on Thursday for 29 municipal corporations, the spotlight is on Mumbai, where the B

NDTV 14 Jan 2026 1:54 pm

Maharashtra civic polls: All eyes on Mumbai as voting starts Jan 15

Mumbai: As Maharashtra heads to the elections on Thursday for 29 municipal corporations, the spotlight is on Mumbai, whe

The Siasat Daily 14 Jan 2026 1:52 pm

TMC's Abhishek presents 10 'dead voters' at Cooch Behar rally to debunk SIR

All of them were born and brought up in Cooch Behar, but they were declared dead by the BJP's stooge Election Commission

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 12:14 pm

Well make up for governance deficit of 25 years & will transform Mumbai in 5 years: CM Eknath Shinde in TOI interview

Dy CM Eknath Shinde is steering through turbulent political seas, encountering opposition not only from an array of riva

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 12:11 pm

Mamata Banerjee wants to turn Bengal into Bangladesh: Giriraj Singh slams West Bengal CM

Union Minister Giriraj Singh criticizes West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for allegedly supporting illegal Bang

The Economic Times 14 Jan 2026 11:50 am

Missed Opportunities': BJP Slams Karnataka Congress For Prioritising Rahul Gandhi Over German Chancellor

BJP said the move showed that the Congress leadership was more focused on pleasing the party high command than on the st

News18 14 Jan 2026 11:03 am

Fire breaks out at BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasads residence in Delhi

The fire broke out in some furniture kept in one of the rooms of the house, a DFS official said

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 10:38 am

Fire at Ravi Shankar Prasads home in New Delhi Controlled

A fire broke out at BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasads residence in New Delhi on Wednesday morning. Delhi Fire Department offic

Mid Day 14 Jan 2026 10:37 am

Actor Vijay Rules Out BJP Alliance Amid CBI Summons Over Karur Stampede

Vijay has all along called the saffron party, BJP, his ideological enemy and ruled out an alliance with it.

NDTV 14 Jan 2026 10:05 am

Fire breaks out at BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad's official residence in New Delhi, no damage reported

The fire department received the distress call at 8:05 am, and the blaze was brought under control by 8:35 am.

DNA India 14 Jan 2026 10:02 am

BJP, Nishad Party a family alliance, says Kiren Rijiju

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 9:15 am

Political row in Maharashtra: BJP brands Raj Thackeray anti-industry & anti-youth

The BJP has labeled MNS chief Raj Thackeray as anti-industry, anti-investment, and anti-youth. Thackeray, however, clari

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 9:04 am

BJP to hold state-wide driveto highlight VB-G RAM G Act

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 8:48 am

Akhilesh: BJP adding fake voters to manipulate SIR

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 8:48 am

Maharashtra civic polls: Ajit Pawar rules out merger talks with Sharad Pawar, denies BJP match-fixing

Deputy CM Ajit Pawar indicated a potential reunion with his uncle Sharad Pawar, stating he believes in addition, not sub

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 7:45 am

After BMC win, BJP will push major administrative reforms: CM Fadnavis

CM Devendra Fadnavis tells mid-day all about his plans for Mumbai after his party wins the BMC polls scheduled for tomor

Mid Day 14 Jan 2026 7:40 am

'Must Apologise': BJP Slams DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran Over Remarks On Girls In North India

The DMK leader said that in many northern states, girls are expected to remain at home, whereas Tamil Nadu encourages gi

News18 14 Jan 2026 7:29 am

Kerala Conundrum: Coastal Bypoll Loss Costs BJP, Majority Hopes In Thiruvananthapuram Corporation Sink

In a tightly contested three-cornered fight for the Vizhinjam ward, UDF candidate KH Sudheer Khan defeated his nearest r

News18 14 Jan 2026 6:29 am

Ram Setu vs. Sethusamudram project: When Tamil Nadu BJP headquarters was attacked by DMK cadres

In response to DMK president M. Karunanidhis remark on Ram Setu, Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader and former BJP MP Ra

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 5:30 am

Siddaramaiah accuses BJP of dismantling MGNREGA, says party has allergy to Mahatma Gandhi

The Karnataka Chief Minister alleged that the new framework shifted financial burdens to States and diluted panchayat-le

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 5:17 am

Wont allow Assembly polls if SIR is obstructed in WB, says State BJP president

The BJP leader said that party workers had held protests at various places in the State after the officials refused to a

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 4:50 am

3 Killed After Coal Mine Collapses In West Bengal, Says BJP MLA

A coal mine collapsed in West Bengal's Asansol on Tuesday, leaving five people trapped under the debris.

NDTV 14 Jan 2026 4:23 am

Niam gri koela, roong salaniko champengatchina Tura MDC dabia

TURA: Garo Hills-ni koelarangko aro roongrangko niam gri gipin biaprangona salaniko champengatchina aro Sixth Schedule-n

The Shillong Times 14 Jan 2026 4:10 am

CM Calls BJP Govt A Permanent Corona

In a Pongal message to his party cadre on Tuesday, Stalin said that he would be attending the Jallikattu event to be hel

Deccan Chronicle 14 Jan 2026 3:39 am

BJP shifts Modis rally from Madurai to Chennai

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 3:31 am

Nitin Nabin to be formally elected BJP president on January 20

All Chief Ministers and Deputy Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled States as well as State unit presidents and national office-

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 2:16 am

Aditya Sahu set to become Jharkhand BJP president

Mr. Sahu will replace Babulal Marandi, who is currently serving as Leader of Opposition in Jharkhand Legislative Assembl

The Hindu 14 Jan 2026 2:00 am

Unending saga: AAP and BJP continue sparring on Atishi clip

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 1:31 am

BJP Seeks All-party Meet On Dist Rationalisation

Ramchander Rao also opposed Revanth Reddys proposal to autodebit traffic challans from citizens bank accounts

Deccan Chronicle 14 Jan 2026 1:18 am

Indore Water Deaths a 'Wake-Up Call' for BJP, Says Sumitra Mahajan

The official death toll due to water contamination is put at eight, but 23 deaths have so far been reported in Bhagirath

Deccan Chronicle 14 Jan 2026 12:24 am

BJP Won't Allow Bengal Polls If SIR Process Obstructed: State Party Chief

West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharyya said that the party would not allow the upcoming elections to be held in t

NDTV 14 Jan 2026 12:06 am

Congress taunts BJP for meeting Communist Party of China team

Congress spokesperson also pointed out how the government had spoken tough about the neighbouring country and its compan

The Economic Times 14 Jan 2026 12:04 am

CM Yadav Inaugurates Khelo MP Youth Games In Bhopal

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday inaugurated the Khelo MP Youth

CNMSports 13 Jan 2026 11:46 pm

Assam polls: BJP says performance key for ticket to sitting MLAs

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that MLA performance will determine BJP ticket distribution for upcom

The Economic Times 13 Jan 2026 11:44 pm

Congress accuses BJP of double standards over its engagement with Communist Party of China

Congress demands public disclosure about BJP-CPC closed door meetings; asks whether Chinese military support to Pakistan

The Hindu 13 Jan 2026 11:06 pm

BJP Member Gets Elected With Muslim League's Vote In Kerala Panchayat

The alliance resulted in the defeat of a CPM nominee

Deccan Chronicle 13 Jan 2026 10:50 pm

Didi: BJP Lists Another 1.36 Crore Voters, Blackmailing CEC for Deletion

Trinamul Congress supremo mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to the state this weekend to inaugurate c

Deccan Chronicle 13 Jan 2026 10:46 pm

'Let That Sink In': BJP Slams Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar For Prioritising Rahul Gandhi Over German Chancellor

Launching a scathing attack on the Congress, the BJP accused CM Siddaramaiah and his deputy DK Shivakumar of abandoning

News18 13 Jan 2026 10:45 pm

Is She Not A Woman? AAP Hits Out At BJP Over Posters Criticising Atishi

The BJP and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) traded barbs over posters of Leader of the Opposition Atishi, triggering a fresh w

NDTV 13 Jan 2026 10:05 pm

Civic polls: Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar spar over 'friendly fights', poll manifesto, and 'dadagiri'

Ajit Pawar ruled out friendly fights with the BJP in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad after Fadnavis expressed his displeasure

The Economic Times 13 Jan 2026 10:01 pm

Aditya Sahu set to take over as Jharkhand BJP president

Mr. Sahu will replace Babulal Marandi, who is currently serving as Leader of Opposition in Jharkhand Legislative Assembl

The Hindu 13 Jan 2026 9:55 pm

'Red carpet instead of red eyes': Congress targets BJP over CPC meeting; saffron party hits back

A Communist Party of China delegation's visit to New Delhi has ignited a political firestorm, with the Congress and BJP

The Times of India 13 Jan 2026 9:49 pm

'DMK Vs TVK Vs Cong Vs BJP': How 'Parasakthi' Row Escalated From Censor Trouble To Political Tussle

Set against the volatile backdrop of the 1960s anti-Hindi agitation in Tamil Nadu, 'Parasakthi' remains in the eye of a

News18 13 Jan 2026 9:22 pm

Project Costs Inflated: Ajit Pawar's Big Claim About 1999 Sena-BJP Government

Maharashtra Chief Minister Ajit Pawar - amid differences with ally BJP over party leader Nawab Malik and the corruption

NDTV 13 Jan 2026 9:05 pm

BJP expels 22 members for anti-party activities in Nanded ahead of civic polls

According to a party statement, several aspirants who were denied BJP tickets switched allegiance to rival parties and f

Mid Day 13 Jan 2026 8:52 pm

Communist Party of China delegation meets RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale

This came a day after the CPC delegation met the senior BJP leadership here and the two organisations discussed at lengt

The Hindu 13 Jan 2026 8:05 pm

AAP, BJP's Kapil Mishra exchange jibes over alleged insult of 'Sikh Guru'

Through the X post, Aam Aadmi Party stated, Insult to Gurus, India will not tolerate !! Kapil Mishra will have to apolog

The Times of India 13 Jan 2026 7:50 pm

BJP will go solo in Telangana municipal elections: Ramchander Rao

Hyderabad: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will go it alone in the upcoming municipal elections in Telangana, the party

The Siasat Daily 13 Jan 2026 7:44 pm

BJP, AAP Trade Blows In Escalating Poster War Over Guru Teg Bahadur Row

The political confrontation over the alleged remarks during a Delhi Assembly debate on Guru Teg Bahadur's sacrifice has

NDTV 13 Jan 2026 7:41 pm

Chinese Communist Party, BJP meet same day Beijing restates Shaksgam valley claim

A delegation from the Communist Party of China, led by its international departments vice minister Sun Haiyan, visited t

The Siasat Daily 13 Jan 2026 7:15 pm

'BJP-EC nexus': Mamata says poll body deleted 54 lakh 'genuine voters', claims plan to remove 1 crore more

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee accused the Election Commission of unilaterally deleting 54 lakh names from d

The Times of India 13 Jan 2026 6:55 pm

We act openly, no secret MoU: BJP hits back after Congress questions Chinese delegation's visit

The Congress media and publicity department head, Pawan Khera, said his party demands full accountability and complete t

The Hindu 13 Jan 2026 6:35 pm

EC deleted 54 lakh 'genuine voters' in Bengal without giving them chance to defend themselves: Mamata Banerjee

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Election Commission of deleting 54 lakh names from draft vote

The Economic Times 13 Jan 2026 6:30 pm

Nitin Nabin to be elected BJP President on January 20

Nitin Nabin will become the new Bharatiya Janata Party National President on January 20. He will succeed JP Nadda. Nabin

The Economic Times 13 Jan 2026 6:29 pm

ECI deleted 54 lakh 'genuine voters' in Bengal without giving chance to defend themselves: CM Mamata

The TMC supremo said the BJP-EC nexus was planning to remove another one crore names from the final rolls

The Hindu 13 Jan 2026 5:49 pm

BJP President Poll: Nitin Nabin To File Nomination On Jan 19, New Chief May Be Announced Next Day

According to sources, Nitin Nabin is expected to file his nomination for the BJP national presidents election on January

News18 13 Jan 2026 5:39 pm

On Post-Poll Ties With BJP In Mumbai Civic Body, Ajit Pawar's Emphatic No

Ajit Pawar, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, brushed away the possibility of aligning with the BJP after the civic

NDTV 13 Jan 2026 5:06 pm

MGNREGA Was Guarantee Of Loot, No Scope For Even Rs 1 Corruption In VB-G RAM G: Rijiju

Lucknow, Jan 13: Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday said the MGNREGA had effectively become a guara

Daily Excelsior 13 Jan 2026 4:45 pm

One Who Committed Sin: Kapil Mishra Releases Atishi's Missing Poster Amid Sikh Guru Remark Row

Kapil Mishra alleged that Kejriwal is misusing the Punjab administration by filing false FIRs against BJP leaders to hid

News18 13 Jan 2026 4:43 pm

Kerala unit of BJP extends support to renaming of state; sends letter to PM, CM

Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala unit of the BJP has extended support to the LDF governments move to rename the state as K

The Siasat Daily 13 Jan 2026 2:25 pm

Rahul Gandhi Accuses Centre Of Blocking Actor Vijay's Jana Nayagan: 'Attack On Tamil Culture'

Rahul Gandhi slammed the BJP-led central government for blocking actor-politician Vijay's Jana Nayagan, terming it an at

News18 13 Jan 2026 2:00 pm

Chinese Communist Party Delegation Meets RSS Officials After Visiting BJP HQ In Delhi

The meeting with the RSS was held at the insistence of the Chinese side. The CPC delegation was led by Vice-Minister Sun

News18 13 Jan 2026 1:50 pm

Civic polls: Ajit Pawar reveals reason for NCP reunion; will it impact ties with Fadnavis? What he said

Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar justified aligning with Sharad Pawar's NCP faction for local polls, citing a need to av

The Times of India 13 Jan 2026 1:44 pm

'Let Them Do Whatever They Want': Sivakumar Dismisses BJP-JDS Threat Ahead Of Bengaluru Civic Polls

Karnataka is gearing up for a potential May election window, carefully timed between school examinations and the onset o

News18 13 Jan 2026 1:24 pm

UDF wins Vizhinjam local body poll in Kerala, wrests control from LDF after a decade

K.H. Sudheer Khan wins by a margin of 83 votes. UDF victory comes as a blow for BJP, which nurtured hopes of securing a

The Hindu 13 Jan 2026 12:36 pm

Maharashtra Minister Shares Video Of Group Of Men Urging Residents To Vote Against BJP

Rane shared a video, showing a group of men urging votes against BJP and a candidate accused of stopping azan ahead of B

News18 13 Jan 2026 12:28 pm

Delhi HC refers to larger bench plea by BJP's Yogender Chandolia against AAP MLA Vishesh Ravi's election

The Delhi High Court has sent a petition challenging AAP MLA Vishesh Ravi's election win to a larger bench. BJP leader Y

The Economic Times 13 Jan 2026 12:21 pm

Another Hindu Man Killed in Bangladesh, BJP Slams Interim Govt

A case has been registered in connection with the incident and an investigation is underway

Deccan Chronicle 13 Jan 2026 11:39 am

BMC polls: Guardian minister Ashish Shelar campaigns for 32-year-old media advertiser in Lokhandwala

State minister Ashish Shelar backed BJP candidate Sayali Kulkarni for Ward 60, promising tech-driven solutions and criti

The Times of India 13 Jan 2026 11:30 am

BJP complains to ECI over 'illegal' hoardings put up by NCP, other parties in Pune

In the run-up to the municipal corporation elections, the Nationalist Congress Party and other parties have put up unaut

The Hindu 13 Jan 2026 10:44 am

Pune: BJP complains to EC over illegal hoardings by NCP, other parties

Maharashtra BJP general secretary Rajesh Pande has said the party has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission ov

The Siasat Daily 13 Jan 2026 10:19 am

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi questions RSS role in India's freedom struggle

Asaduddin Owaisi questioned the RSS's role in India's freedom struggle. He stated Sangh founder K B Hedgewar was jailed

The Economic Times 13 Jan 2026 9:42 am

Blast from past: CM Devendra Fadnavis shows old videos of Raj Thackeray, Uddhav; says duo now fighting for survival

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declared the Mumbai civic polls a fight for the survival of Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, n

The Times of India 13 Jan 2026 8:12 am

Ayodhya symbolises partys struggles, says BJP state chief

The Times of India 13 Jan 2026 7:09 am

Jammu & Kashmir inseparable: Farooq

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 12: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah today asserted that Jammu and Kashm

Daily Excelsior 13 Jan 2026 4:04 am

Presence of WB Govt and police officials during Mamatas intervention of ED raid an illegal act, claims BJP

On January 8, West Bengal Chief Secretary and Kolkata Police Commissioner were present during the raids along with Chief

The Hindu 13 Jan 2026 3:40 am

Omar Abdullah rebuffs BJP demand to set up National Law University in Jammu instead of Kashmir

The BJP demand is the latest in its campaign in Jammu after seeking cancellation of the MBBS selection list, which had 4

The Hindu 13 Jan 2026 3:00 am

Cruise launch to coincide with BJP govts first anniv

The Times of India 13 Jan 2026 2:31 am

Nabin set to take over as BJP president on January 20

The Times of India 13 Jan 2026 1:49 am

Lucknow medical college staff seek FIR over vandalism, threaten to stall all OPD services

A scuffle broke out on the campus on January 9 when about 100 people, including BJP leader and vice-chairperson of the U

The Hindu 13 Jan 2026 1:17 am

Delegation From Communist Party Of China Visits BJP Headquarters In Delhi

A delegation from the Communist Party of China, led by its iternational dpartment's vice minister Sun Haiyan, visited th

NDTV 13 Jan 2026 1:10 am

No One Can Separate Mumbai From Maharashtra: E Shinde On Thackerays' Charge

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who had to yield the driving seat to ally BJP for the Mumbai civic poll

NDTV 13 Jan 2026 12:23 am

Satyagraha sparks political storm in Kerala

PTI Thiruvananthapuram Kerala saw a heated political showdown on Monday as state ministers led by Chief Minister Pinaray

The Navhind Times 13 Jan 2026 12:16 am

TMC leader escalates row with Centre over ED raid on I-PAC

PTI Kolkata Senior TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee on Monday escalated the partys confrontation with the Centre over the ED

The Navhind Times 13 Jan 2026 12:15 am

Tamil Nadu elections: Dravidian battle widens into a triangular fight

Tamil Nadu gears up for assembly elections with the ruling DMK facing incumbency. The AIADMK, allied with the BJP, seeks

The Economic Times 13 Jan 2026 12:05 am

Maharashtra EC bars advance Ladki Bahin payment citing enforcement of the model code of conduct for municipal polls

The State Election Commission has halted the Maharashtra government's advance payment of 1,500 under the Ladki Bahin sch

The Economic Times 13 Jan 2026 12:05 am

Communist Party of China members meet BJP leaders

A six-member Communist Party of China delegation met with senior BJP leaders in New Delhi to discuss advancing inter-par

The Economic Times 13 Jan 2026 12:02 am

BJP Targets Early Edge in Civic Polls

Leaders are touring the state, holding meetings, and collecting applications from aspirants.

Deccan Chronicle 12 Jan 2026 11:58 pm

Kerala Polls: A daunting challenge for the Left, a do-or-die test for Congress and a chance for BJP

As Kerala approaches its pivotal assembly elections, the ruling LDF is vying for an unprecedented third consecutive term

The Economic Times 12 Jan 2026 11:44 pm

BJP MLA's Call For Separate Jammu Statehood Sparks Fierce Political Row

The National Conference (NC), which leads the current government under Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, responded with part

Deccan Chronicle 12 Jan 2026 11:40 pm

Selvaperunthagai alleges CBI action against TVK leader Vijay is aimed at forcing him into BJP alliance

He also says the INDIA bloc in Tamil Nadu remains intact and strong

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 10:50 pm

Mumbai is not Mahas alone: Ex-TN BJP chief

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 10:43 pm

None from Kerala among Kogilu Layout evictees: BJP

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 10:27 pm

Where Should Kashmiri Students Go? Mehbooba Mufti on Vaishno Devi College Row

Mehbooba Mufti calls Kashmir the BJP's laboratory, and the protests in Jammu just the tip of the iceberg.

The Quint 12 Jan 2026 10:11 pm

Chaos may happen if Kuki-Zo MLAs join Manipur govt., says KZC chairman

HenlianthangThanglet, chief of the conglomerate of Kuki-Zo bodies,said in an interview with The Hindu that it was the te

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 9:51 pm

Dalit atrocities rising in BJP-governed states: Congress

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 9:20 pm

Keeping in mind elections, celebrations held in Somnath temple: Mallikarjun Kharge

AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP of exploiting religion and God for el

The Economic Times 12 Jan 2026 9:09 pm

CM Omar Abdullah Assures BJP MLAs Of Written Update On Status Of Development Projects In Jammu

Jammu, Jan 12: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday assured the opposition BJP MLAs here that each o

Daily Excelsior 12 Jan 2026 8:59 pm

Govt. plans to improve sports infrastructure in all constituencies: Home Minister

Speaking at the prize distribution ceremony of cricket competition organised by BJPs Yuva Morcha to celebrate Swami Vive

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 8:18 pm

Vizhinjam ward election held

The ward witnessed 66.97% polling, with 8,912 out of the 13,307 voters casting their votes. If BJP wins, it will secure

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 8:16 pm

BJP will soon decide on my re-induction into party, says Yatnal

D.K. Shivakumar will not be able to hold any rally in Vijayapura, according to the expelled MLA

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 8:09 pm

Shiv Sena-backed NCP councillor defeats BJP rival to become Ambernath Municipal Council VP

Thane: Following a week of high-pitched political drama, Shiv Sena-backed Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) councillor Sa

The Siasat Daily 12 Jan 2026 8:02 pm

Jammu and Kashmir are inseparable: NC chief over BJP MLAs demand to bifurcate

Jammu: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Monday asserted that Jammu and Kashmir are inseparable, firmly r

The Siasat Daily 12 Jan 2026 7:56 pm

TMCs Abhishek Banerjee alleges ED raid on I-PAC office was political vendetta

Kolkata: All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee on Monday, January 12, attacked the Enforcement Dir

The Siasat Daily 12 Jan 2026 7:42 pm

Gadkari thanks Naidu for 4 Guinness records on Bengaluru-Vijayawada corridor

Amaravati: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday thanked Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu for his coop

The Siasat Daily 12 Jan 2026 7:11 pm

Will NDAs house of cards hold in Tamil Nadu? Balancing between 'koottani' and 'kattuppadu'

For Tamil Nadus political culture, shaped by decades of Dravidian assertion and a strong emphasis on regional autonomy,

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 6:49 pm

BJP not for sharing of power in Tamil Nadu: Nainar Nagenthran

He further said that the venue for Prime Minister Narendra Modis public meeting in the State, scheduled to be held on Ja

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 6:46 pm

Who are Raj and Aaditya Thackeray to threaten me?: Annamalai on rasmalai jibe

BJP leader accuses MNS chief Raj Thackeray and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray for holding meetings just to ins

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 6:33 pm

Thackeray brothers reunite after 20 years: What it means for Maharashtra politics | Pulse Maharastra

The reunion of the Thackeray brothers after two decades has reshaped Maharashtra politics ahead of the Mumbai BMC electi

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 6:26 pm

'Not An Astrologer': Ajit Pawar On Speculation Over Supriya Sule Joining BJP

Amid speculation that Supriya Sule may join the BJP, Ajit Pawar dismissed such claims, saying he is ot an astrologer.

NDTV 12 Jan 2026 6:01 pm

AAP Sarpanch Murder: 2 Shooters, 5 Others Arrested By Punjab Police

Punjab Police arrested seven, including two shooters, for killing AAP sarpanch Jharmal Singh at an Amritsar wedding. BJP

News18 12 Jan 2026 5:35 pm

Leader Of Partying, Tourism: BJP Jeers As Rahul Gandhi Visits Vietnam

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's ongoing visit to Vietnam has drawn the usual barbs from the BJP, with the ruling p

NDTV 12 Jan 2026 5:20 pm

Union Minister Gadkari Thanks CM Naidu For 4 Guinness Records On Bengaluru-Vijayawada Corridor

Addressing a Guinness World Records programme virtually, the senior BJP leader said the records were achieved with the b

Deccan Chronicle 12 Jan 2026 5:15 pm

BJP delegation meets Karnataka Guv, requests not to give assent to Hate Speech Bill

Bengaluru: A delegation of BJP leaders on Monday petitioned Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot requesting him not to

The Siasat Daily 12 Jan 2026 5:08 pm

'Singled Out for Our Religious Identity': Voices Amid Vaishno Devi Suspension

The BJP had requested LG Manoj Sinha to earmark admissions to Mata Vaishno medical college for Hindu students only.

The Quint 12 Jan 2026 4:56 pm

Will Raj Thackeray Tie-Up Dent His Moderate Image? Uddhav Thackeray's Reply

The BJP should show one election in which they did not raise the Hindu-Muslim issue, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thacke

NDTV 12 Jan 2026 4:42 pm

No Issues In Our Family: Supriya Sule On Alliance With Ajit Pawars NCP In Pune Civic Polls

Supriya Sule dismisses family rift rumors, questions Mahayuti on Pune crime. Sanjay Raut criticizes BJP and Ajit Pawar-l

News18 12 Jan 2026 4:40 pm

Modis initiatives shaping direction of Indias youth: BJP president Nitin Nabin

In a word of advice to the youth contemplating a career in politics, Mr. Nabin said it is a test of stamina and not spee

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 4:30 pm

Speaker does not rule out exemplary punishment on use of e-cigarette in Lok Sabha

This comes after BJP member Anurag Thakur had sent a complaint to Speaker Om Birla claiming a Trinamool Congress member

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 4:25 pm

File FIR Against Me Too: Delhi BJP vs AAP Over Atishi Video

The political slugfest over the controversial video of Delhi Assembly Leader of Opposition Atishi escalated on Sunday, w

NDTV 12 Jan 2026 4:15 pm

Jammu And Kashmir Are Inseparable: NC Chief Over BJP Leaders Demand To Bifurcate UT

Jammu, Jan 12: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Monday asserted that Jammu and Kashmir are inseparable,

Daily Excelsior 12 Jan 2026 4:14 pm

Not an astrologer: Ajit Pawar on speculation over Supriya Sule joining BJP

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar acknowledged the Thackeray brothers' reunion could have electoral implicati

IBTimes 12 Jan 2026 4:13 pm

Congress Chief Kharge Flays MGNREGA Repeal, Accuses Modi Govt Of Favouring Corporates

Bengaluru, Jan 12: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday slammed the Centre for repealing the UPA-era MGNREGA

Daily Excelsior 12 Jan 2026 3:19 pm

NPCIL agreed to set up skill development centre in Etcherla says BJP MLA N. Eswara Rao

A rehabilitation colony with 700 crore will also be constructed in Dharmavaram village for the villagers who had surrend

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 3:10 pm

Vaping Row In Lok Sabha: Om Birla Says Probe In Final Stage, Strict Action If Rules Breached

The controversy erupted after BJP MP Anurag Thakur raised the issue in the Lok Sabha, questioning whether e-cigarettes h

News18 12 Jan 2026 3:00 pm

Kerala CMs criticism of Centre amounts to admission of LDFs failure, says State BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Rajeev Chandrasekhar accuses Pinarayi Vijayan and LDF government of misgovernance, fiscal mismanagement and deliberately

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 2:52 pm

Kerala CM leads Satyagraha protest against Centre

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday led a Satyagraha protest here against the BJP-led u

The Siasat Daily 12 Jan 2026 2:29 pm

Mumbai for Mumbaikar vs modern and dynamic capital as BMC fight intensifies

Mumbai: As Mumbai gears up for the high-stakes Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections on January 15, the bat

The Siasat Daily 12 Jan 2026 2:25 pm

'Will come to Mumbai, try cutting my legs': BJPs Annamalai fires back at Raj Thackeray; slams rasmalai jibe

BJP leader K Annamalai dared MNS chief Raj Thackeray to stop him from entering Mumbai after receiving threats, including

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 2:12 pm

Try cutting my legs: Annamalai challenges Raj Thackeray after jibe

Raj Thackeray had taken a sharp jibe at the BJP leader whom he mockingly referred to as `rasmalai` and asked whether Ann

Mid Day 12 Jan 2026 2:10 pm

AAP sarpanch murder: 2 shooters, 5 others arrested; BJP slams govt, demands CM Bhagwant Manns resignation

Punjab Police have apprehended two alleged shooters and five accomplices in connection with the January 4 murder of AAP

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 1:48 pm

No Decision From Governor On Karnataka Hate Speech Bill Yet, BJP To Intensify Protest Against It

The BJP has maintained that existing legal provisions are sufficient to address hate speech and related offences and tha

News18 12 Jan 2026 1:04 pm

From BJP-Congress to BJP-AIMIM: Everyone Is Fair Game for Power in Maharashtra

Such alliances have not surprised people in Maharashtra, as they have been witnessing such games for a while.

The Quint 12 Jan 2026 12:31 pm

Who is Raj Thackeray to abuse me?: Tamil Nadu BJP leader Annamalai on 'Rasmalai' jibe

Tamil Nadu BJP leader K. Annamalai hit back at MNS chief Raj Thackeray's remarks, calling critics of his statement on Mu

The Economic Times 12 Jan 2026 12:25 pm

'They Are Just Ignorant': BJP's Annamalai Hits Back At Raj Thackeray Over 'Rasmalai' Jab

Reacting to Raj Thackeray's remarks, Annamalai said he was unfazed by personal jibes and threats allegedly issued during

News18 12 Jan 2026 11:51 am

We agreed on friendly fights, but Ajit Pawars restraint appears shaken: Devendra Fadnavis

Ajit Pawar wont speak after January 15, 2026, when votes will be cast, said Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, exuding co

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 11:43 am

BJP assassinated Mahatma Gandhi for second time by changing MGNREGA name, says Karnataka Minister Shivraj Tangadagi

The Minister alleged that the BJP was acting under pressure from the RSS and was driven by a Manusmriti mindset that was

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 11:08 am

Mani Shankar Aiyar Says Hindutva Is Hinduism In Paranoia, BJP Hits Back

Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar's remarks, in which he said Hindutva is Hinduism in paranoia, have sparked a

NDTV 12 Jan 2026 9:39 am

'I'll kick you': Raj Thackeray warns UP, Bihar migrants against Hindi imposition; calls it crisis

Calling the BMC polls the last election for the Marathi man, Thackeray said: If you miss this opportunity today, you wil

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 9:31 am

'Hindutva Is Hinduism In Paranoia': Mani Shankar Aiyar Stirs Row, BJP Hits Back

The Congress leader said Hinduism, which he described as an ancient and resilient faith, neither required nor depended o

News18 12 Jan 2026 9:22 am

Want power on strength of infiltrators' votes: BJP's Kapil Mishra slams Mamata Banerjee's ECI harassing citizens claims

It's natural for them to have stomach aches because they want to come back to power on the strength of infiltrators' vot

The Economic Times 12 Jan 2026 9:10 am

BJP leader reacts to indecent acts at Hyderabad temple

Hyderabad: BJP leader Chikoti Praveen reacted to an incident at the Katta Maisamma temple in Safilguda, where a man alle

The Siasat Daily 12 Jan 2026 9:09 am

BMC polls: Thackeray cousins accuse BJP of trying to remove Mumbai from Maharashtra, divide Marathi voters; warn on unopposed elections

Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray have joined forces for the BMC polls. They accuse the BJP of trying to separate Mumba

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 9:04 am