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Extra eggs for students in West Bengal schools

The West Bengal government is enhancing the mid-day meal scheme by providing extra eggs to school children. This initiat

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 12:05 am

2 BJP MPs Miss Key Ex-Officio Votes in Upcoming GHMC-Area Polls

They must be registered voters within that specific municipal area to qualify as an ex-officio

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 11:57 pm

RLM bats for Kushwahas RS return as 5 seats to fall vacant

In a surprising twist, the Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) has called on the BJP to reinstate its leader, Upendra Kushwaha, i

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 11:49 pm

BJP's Kurseong MLA Bishnu Prasad Sharma joins Trinamool

In a surprising political shuffle, Bishnu Prasad Sharma, a formerly defiant MLA from the BJP representing Kurseong, has

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 11:35 pm

Congress Leader Targets Bandi Over Development Promises, Alleges Secret BJP, BRS Deal

Alleges secret deal between the BJP and BRS

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 11:04 pm

HC Quashes Case Against BJP Leader Keerthi Reddy

The police alleged that the gathering violated the Model Code of Conduct in force during the elections and registered a

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 10:46 pm

AI Impact Summit: BJP hails PM Modi for 'successful' conduct of summit, slams Congress for event's criticism

India hosted a successful AI Impact Summit with global leaders attending. The BJP praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 10:44 pm

Advantage BJP As 37 Seats Up For Grabs In Big Rajya Sabha Battle

The race for the Rajya Sabha is set to intensify with elections to 37 seats across 10 states scheduled for March 16, and

NDTV 19 Feb 2026 10:37 pm

AICC reviews ULB polls success, flags caution on MIM factor

Rahul praises Revanth for containing BJP in the recently concluded elections to local bodies

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 10:32 pm

Kurseong BJP MLA Defects to TMC

Bishnu Prasad Sharma claims BJP lied to Gorkhas on permanent political solution

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 10:29 pm

Criminal Proceedings Against BJP State Committee Member Juturu Keerthi Reddy Quashed

The police alleged that the gathering violated the Model Code of Conduct in force during the elections and registered a

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 9:59 pm

From remark to retreat: Why Shivaji MaharajTipu Sultan comparison sparked row - explained

In Maharashtra, Shivaji Maharaj occupies an almost sacred position across ideological lines, but particularly within the

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 9:22 pm

Priyanka Gandhi releases charge sheet against Assam government

In the 20-point document, Congress accuses the BJP-led government of indulging in large-scale corruption and giving away

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 8:44 pm

Dilip Ghosh's Wife Wants BJP Ticket to Fight WB Polls

Supporting her, Mr Ghosh said, My wife has been a party worker longer than me

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 8:44 pm

BJP vows to return to power in 2028 in Karnataka, attacks Congress at executive committee meet

BJP leaders in Bengaluru have strongly criticized the Congress government in Karnataka. They expressed confidence in ret

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 8:43 pm

BJP State executive adopts three resolutions condemning Congress govt. in Karnataka

The State executive adopted a resolution applauding the BJP-led Union government for honouring Vande Mataram and enactin

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 8:04 pm

'Bengal will have its fish & meat': State BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya refutes CM Mamata's claim

West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya clarified that the party opposes only the open sale of beef, not all non-ve

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 7:31 pm

Why did DMK not take up State autonomy while sharing power in Centre: Palaniswami

He accuses the ruling party of raising the issue only for the Assembly election and charged that it was raking up the is

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 7:28 pm

Didi Slams Modi for Calling Ramakrishna Swami, Warns PM Against Prefix

Mamata Banerjee accuses PM of cultural insensitivity; BJP hits back

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 7:10 pm

BJP MLA from North Bengal joins Trinamool

Bishnu Prasad Sharma, who had been publicly critical of the BJP for quite some time now, wields considerable influence i

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 6:55 pm

Congress slams death threat to Rahul Gandhi, blames toxic BJP-RSS discourse

Self-proclaimed Modi bhakts are brazenly issuing death threats against Rahul Gandhi in broad daylight without any repri

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 6:23 pm

Tamil Nadu elections: DMDK joining DMK camp setback for NDA, faces backlash from BJP

The DMDK has joined the DMK, a move that impacts the NDA's strategy for the upcoming Assembly elections. The BJP had bee

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 6:17 pm

Congress alleges deletion of nine AI videos by BJP governments

Congress claims nine of its AI videos were deleted by BJP-led governments, calling it misuse of IT Rules and a suppressi

Mid Day 19 Feb 2026 6:10 pm

Ramadan Donation Triggers Row In Kishtwar Triggers National Conference Vs BJP Face-Off

BJP Leader of the Opposition and local MLA Sunil Sharma said the administration had received complaints about misuse of

News18 19 Feb 2026 5:36 pm

LoP Sunil Sharma Denies BJP Role in NLU Protests, Slams Dy CM Over Allegations

SRINAGAR: Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah over the

KashmirLife 19 Feb 2026 4:36 pm

DMDK aligns with DMK, party it once fought with zeal; Captain's 'athma' won't forgive, says BJP

Tamil Nadu elections: DMDK's move came amidst reports that the opposition AIADMK was also actively wooing the party to i

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 4:30 pm

About 13,000 Teacher Posts Vacant In Jammu And Kashmir: Education Minister

JAMMU, Feb 19: A total of 12,977 teaching posts are vacant across Jammu and Kashmir, and the School Education Department

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 4:28 pm

Election Of 45 Bihar MLAs, Including Speaker, Challenged; High Court Issues Notices

Prominent leaders whose election has been challenged include senior minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav and MLA Chetan Anand,

News18 19 Feb 2026 4:23 pm

Godse factory: Cong slams BJP-RSS after Karni Sena man death threat to Rahul

NEW DELHI, Feb 19: The Congress on Thursday flagged a purported video of a man claiming to be from Karni Sena issuing de

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 4:03 pm

After BJP forms govt in Punjab, no gangster will be seen in state: Union minister Bittu

CHANDIGARH, Feb 19: Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu on Thursday slammed the AAP Government over the alleged deteriora

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 3:59 pm

Vijayakants soul will not forgive, says T.N. BJP after DMDK joins DMK-led alliance

The BJP also shared an old video of Vijayakant opposing the DMK-Congress alliance and said, Till his last breath, he was

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 3:47 pm

'Thakur, Not Swami': Mamata Banerjee Flags PM's Post On Mystic Ramakrishna

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's post on X on the occasion of mystic Ramakrishna Paramhansa's birth anniversary has sparke

NDTV 19 Feb 2026 3:35 pm

J&K Ramadan Zakat Order Sparks Widespread Political & Community Backlash

However, BJP defends the directive as a welcome and praiseworthy step

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 3:31 pm

Ghar ghuskar goli maarunga: BJP worker threatens Rahul Gandhi, detained

A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker from Kota, Rajasthan, publicly issued a death threat to senior Congress leader Rah

The Siasat Daily 19 Feb 2026 3:27 pm

Rebel BJP MLA Bishnu Prasad Sharma joins TMC ahead of West Bengal polls

West Bengal election: Sharma had repeatedly voiced support for the demand for a separate Gorkhaland state, arguing that

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 3:26 pm

Rajasthan: Man detained in Kota for threatening to 'shoot' Rahul Gandhi and 25 other Congress MPs

A man identifying as a Karni Sena spokesperson was detained in Kota for allegedly uploading a video threatening to shoot

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 3:24 pm

What's value of my humiliation when Rahul Gandhi says he too feels humiliated: Bhupen Borah

Bhupen Borah, formerly of Assam Congress, is making headlines as he gets ready to join the BJP. The 126-member Assam ass

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 12:25 pm

DMDK joins the DMK-led front in Tamil Nadu to contest the upcoming Assembly Elections

This is first time the DMDK is aligning with the DMK since its formation; It had earlier alliances with the AIADMK and t

The Hindu Businessline 19 Feb 2026 12:23 pm

Education Minister Sakina Itoo Accuses BJP Of Misleading People Over Law University Demand

Jammu, Feb 19: National Conference (NC) leader and Cabinet Minister Sakina Itoo accused BJP of misleading the people of

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 12:10 pm

Himachal CM Sukhu slams BJP for opposing resolution on Revenue Deficit Grant

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu criticised BJP MLAs for not supporting a resolution seeking resto

Mid Day 19 Feb 2026 10:54 am

Elections For 37 Rajya Sabha Seats On March 16: NDA Vs INDIA Bloc Number Game Explained

The ruling BJP-led NDA is looking to secure a likely boost in its numbers in Rajya Sabha, while the Opposition INDIA blo

News18 19 Feb 2026 10:15 am

TN BJP Chief Apologises To Trisha

The remark on Trisha Krishnan sparked criticism and demands for an apology.

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 8:20 am

Youth at core of Union Budget vision, says UP BJP president

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 7:09 am

RS poll: BJP, Congress start preparations

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 6:02 am

Khatana justifies allocation of MPLADS funds to UP

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 18: Nominated Rajya Sabha MP, Gulam Ali Khatana of BJP has justified his allocation o

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 5:00 am

BJP legislators voice concern over non-operational offsite campuses

Govt focused on infra, faculty: Itoo Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 18: Opposition BJP MLAs including RS Pathania, S

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 4:10 am

NC members support BJP MLAs in raising accountability, protocol issues

Sham Lal seeks action against encroachers from top to bottom Nishikant Khajuria JAMMU, Feb 18: Cutting across party line

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 4:07 am

What the scrapping of reservation means for Muslims in Maharashtra

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan asked why the BJP-led government had scrapped th

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 1:07 am

Maharashtra scraps 5% quota for Muslims in jobs, education

PTI Mumbai The BJP-led Maharashtra government has formally nullified the 5 per cent quota provided to Muslims in jobs an

The Navhind Times 19 Feb 2026 12:57 am

BJP Seeks Tie-Up With BRS To Keep Cong. Out In Khanapur

Khanapur municipality has 12 wards, with the Congress securing three seats, the BRS four and the BJP four, while one sea

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 12:46 am

Navjot Kaurs true Punjabi post amplifies BJP return chatter

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 12:20 am

DyCM Threatens To Invoke Esma Against BJP Leaders Over Obstruction To Garbage Disposal

In a stern warning to BJP leaders, D.K. Shivakumar said Behave yourself, else we will initiate strict action under Essen

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 12:09 am

Abuse Of Power: BJP Targets Karnataka Govt Over Throwaway Land Allotment For Congress Offices

BJP accuses Congress of allotting government land at concessional rates for Congress Bhavans in Karnataka.

News18 18 Feb 2026 11:46 pm

Assembly adjourned over NLU

BJP seek varsity in Jammu Jammu Tawi, Feb 18:The Jammu & Kashmir Assembly was adjourned on Wednesday after BJP MLAs prot

The Northlines 18 Feb 2026 11:40 pm

Govt is mired in scams, claims Koppal BJP leadership

The Times of India 18 Feb 2026 11:39 pm

Assam Ex Congress Chief Bhupen Borah Tells NDTV Why He Decided To Join BJP

In Assam, it goes without saying that the ruling BJP's gain is the Opposition Congress's loss. This time, the Assam Cong

NDTV 18 Feb 2026 11:27 pm

PM Modi to visit Tamil Nadu on March 7; participate in NDA public meeting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Vellore on March 7. He will address a public meeting organized by the National D

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 11:03 pm

Deputy CM Questions Appearance of Protest Banners Inside, Outside Assembly

SRINAGAR: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Wednesday asked how protest banners surfaced inside and outside th

KashmirLife 18 Feb 2026 10:51 pm

Congress Slams Maharashtra Government For Scrapping 5% Muslim Quota

Congress leader Nasim Khan said the decision amounted to injustice against minorities. By cancelling the reservation, th

Deccan Chronicle 18 Feb 2026 10:17 pm

Target 50% votes per booth, BJP chief Nitin Nabin tells Assam party workers

Nitin Nabin begins his two-day visit to the poll-bound State by addressing a Panna Pramukh Sammelan in Dibrugarh

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 10:00 pm

12 BJP, VHP Members Detained in Warangal for Unauthorised Protest

Police said the group had assembled to protest the removal of a compound wall at the Trishakti Peetham Temple without pr

Deccan Chronicle 18 Feb 2026 9:48 pm

Opposition targets govt over Chinese robot row, slams IT Minister

Opposition leaders have slammed an Indian university for showcasing a Chinese robot as its own innovation at the AI Summ

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 9:06 pm

Setback For BJP In Bhiwandi As 9 Corporators Extend Support To Congress For Mayoral Polls

The Congress-led alliance crossed the halfway mark of 46 in the 90-member body after 9 out of the BJP's 22 corporators e

News18 18 Feb 2026 8:52 pm

Priyanka Gandhi lands in Assam; party accuses BJP of harboring 'corrupt old Congress leaders'

Priyanka Gandhi is set to visit Assam for two days. She will lead the screening committee to finalize Congress candidate

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 8:48 pm

BJP chief Nitin Nabin sets target for Assam party workers to secure 50 per cent of votes in every booth

BJP National President Nitin Nabin has set a target for party workers in Assam. He wants them to secure at least 50 perc

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 8:27 pm

Sarbananda Sonowal credits BJP grassroots cadre for rise in Assam

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal praised grassroots BJP workers in Dibrugarh. He stated booth committees and Pristha Pr

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 8:22 pm

BJP MLAs Say Only Technical Clearances Pending for Adilabad Airport

He said land acquisition would start once the master plan receives final clearance.

Deccan Chronicle 18 Feb 2026 8:03 pm

Congress gains majority in Bhiwandi after nine BJP corporators switch sides

Nine BJP corporators in Bhiwandi-Nizampur broke away to form the BSF and backed the Congress-led alliance, giving it the

Mid Day 18 Feb 2026 6:56 pm

Stop Hindu certificates to politicians, Gogoi tells Assam CM

The State Congress president said that his predecessor, Bhupen Kumar Borahs decision to join the BJP has exposed his lon

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 6:43 pm

AAP Sarpanch Shot Dead At Wedding In Punjab, BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann Govt Over Law And Order

Jaiveer Shergill slammed the AAP government after Harbrinder Singh was shot dead at a Tarn Taran wedding. Police launche

News18 18 Feb 2026 5:52 pm

TMC set to win 4 Rajya Sabha seats in Bengal, BJP 1; Left to lose representation

West Bengal's Rajya Sabha elections are set for March 16. The ruling TMC is expected to win four seats, while the BJP an

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 5:51 pm

Telangana BJP seeks equal festival benefits after Ramzan relaxations

Hyderabad: Criticising the Congress government in Telangana over its order allowing Muslim employees to leave offices ea

The Siasat Daily 18 Feb 2026 5:16 pm

ISKCON playing key role in serving mankind: Amit Shah in West Bengal

West Bengal elections: Shah said he had seen ISKCON's influence across India during his travels as BJP president and Uni

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 4:43 pm

Those joining BJP became insignificant: Assam Congress chief on Bhupen Borahs plan to switch sides

Guwahati, Feb 18 (PTI) Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi on Wednesday said those who joined the ruling BJP have beco

The Sen Times 18 Feb 2026 4:10 pm

Those who lack intelligence shouldnt post about AI: BJP on Rahul Gandhis AI Summit remark

Congress leader attacks the government, describing the ongoing AI Summit as a disorganised PR spectacle and alleging tha

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 4:09 pm

Gaurav Gogoi says BJP joiners become insignificant, challenges CM Himanta Sarma to debate on Hinduism

Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi declared that politicians joining the BJP lose their political relevance. He predi

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 4:02 pm

'Boy vs girl' budget: Rajasthan BJP MLA's sexist remark sparks row; he asks 'what is wrong?'

A Rajasthan BJP MLA sparked controversy by comparing the state budget to gendered outcomes, calling the BJP's budget a y

The Times of India 18 Feb 2026 3:51 pm

Congress protest march stopped in Lucknow amid face-off with police; party says all limits of brutality crossed

The Congress party vowed to intensify resistance against anti-people policies of the BJP governments in the State and Ce

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 3:08 pm

Karnataka govt seeks to regulate media presence in Vidhana Soudha; BJP cries press freedom

A fresh row has erupted at Vidhana Soudha as the Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms seeks to regulate me

The Times of India 18 Feb 2026 2:29 pm

BJPs Tamilisai Soundarajan slams TN interim Budget; says confident of NDA victory

Tamilisai Soundarajan of the BJP has criticized Tamil Nadu's interim budget. She believes the people are disappointed wi

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 2:09 pm

Gaurav Gogoi just face of Assam Congress, Rakibul Hussain its sole base: Bhupen Borah

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that Mr. Borah would be joining the BJP on February 22, after meeting him at his

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 1:01 pm

Adhikari: Humayun got 50% Bangladesh funds for Babri style mosque

The BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari claims that JUP founder Humayun Kabir received 50% funding for mosque modelled on Babri

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 11:54 am

Tanvir Sadiq Alleges Discrimination Against Jammu, Seeks Probe into MP Fund Utilisation

Jammu, Feb 18: MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq on Wednesday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of neglecting the interests of t

Daily Excelsior 18 Feb 2026 11:22 am

From Malegaon To Mira Bhayandar, Tipu Sultan Row Reaches Mumbai Suburb As BJP Pushes For Chowk Renaming

Ahead of Mira Bhayandars first general assembly, the proposal to change the name of Hazrat Tipu Sultan Chowk has trigger

News18 18 Feb 2026 11:21 am

Bhupen Borah meets Assam CM after Congress exit, likely to join BJP

Former Assam Congress president Bhupen Borah met Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday, a day after resign

Mid Day 18 Feb 2026 10:40 am

CM Yogi Urges Akhilesh Yadav to Support Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, Confident of BJP Return in 2027

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath asks Akhilesh Yadav to back Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, targets opposition leaders, and e

Web Dunia 18 Feb 2026 10:14 am

BJP Plans Major Shake-Up In Assam, May Replace 30 MLAs Ahead Of Assembly Polls

The leadership has made it clear that performance and public perception will be key criteria in deciding nominations

News18 18 Feb 2026 9:17 am

MLA Raja Singhs beheading remark in MP triggers outrage

Hyderabad: Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh sparked a controversy in Madhya Pradesh after making provocative remarks at a pub

The Siasat Daily 18 Feb 2026 9:13 am

Indian cricketers not shaking hands with Pakistani counterparts is dadagiri by BJP, alleges Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader said his party is of the opinion that matches should not be played between India and Pakistan

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 8:25 am

Gang culture, trade fears in Hry: Hooda slams BJP

The Times of India 18 Feb 2026 7:32 am

Randhawa clarifies remarks over land encroachment amid uproar in Assembly

Speaker assures to expunge anything unparliamentary Nishikant Khajuria JAMMU, Feb 17: Massive uproar amid chaotic scenes

Daily Excelsior 18 Feb 2026 4:06 am

NGT nod thwarted Gandhis' bid to stall Nicobar plan: BJP

The BJP has criticized Sonia and Rahul Gandhi for opposing the Great Nicobar island infrastructure project, accusing the

The Times of India 18 Feb 2026 1:55 am

BJP back to Rath Yatras to boost political prospects in West Bengal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a gathering at Kolkatas Brigade Parade Grounds at the culmination of the yatra

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 1:00 am

Uproarious scenes in Assembly over BJP MLAs remarks against Kashmiris

Congress MLAs, Khursheed protests; Randhawa offers to retract remarks Jammu Tawi, Feb 17:Uproarious scenes were witnesse

The Northlines 18 Feb 2026 12:28 am

DC Edit | Trisha Stands Up For Women

Even leaders of the BJP, whose state unit chief the culprit Nainar Nagenthran was, chastised him for making such a derog

Deccan Chronicle 18 Feb 2026 12:10 am

'Where's Vote Theft Now?' BJP After Congress' Big Win In Telangana Local Body Polls

Two days after the results of the Telangana local body elections were declared, the political temperature in the state r

NDTV 18 Feb 2026 12:00 am

Is this court going to monitor every murder or violent incident happening in Bengal, asks SC

The Supreme Court has expressed its reservations about the feasibility of tracking every violent event unfolding in West

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 11:34 pm

BJP vs Rahul Gandhi: Karnataka High Court quashes ruling party's case against Congress leader

The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a defamation case against Rahul Gandhi. The case was filed by the BJP over a Cong

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 11:27 pm

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah to join BJP on February 22

The announcement by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma ends speculation about which way Borah will go

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 10:49 pm

Mamata labels EC as 'Tughlaqi Commission', alleges BJP influence in electoral lists

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticized the Election Commission. She alleges the commission i

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 10:21 pm

Debate rekindles over Bharat Ratna for V.D. Savarkar as Political Positions Sharpen

By Kalyani Shankar Demands to award the Bharat Ratna to Hindu thinker Vinayak Damodar Savarkar have revived an ongoing

The Northlines 17 Feb 2026 10:01 pm

Former Assam Congress president will join BJP on Feb 22: Himanta

Guwahati: Former Assam Congress president Bhupen Borah will join the BJP on February 22, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sa

The Siasat Daily 17 Feb 2026 9:50 pm

Himanta Biswa Sarma says Bhupen Borah to join BJP in major blow to Congress

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that senior Congress leader Bhupen Kumar Borah will join the BJP on F

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 9:14 pm

Days After Leaving Congress, Bhupen Borah Meets Himanta Sarma, To Join BJP

Bhupen Kumar Borah will join BJP on February 22, confirmed by Himanta Biswa Sarma, with Dilip Saikia present at the even

News18 17 Feb 2026 8:34 pm

Didi Backs 7 Suspended WB Govt Officials, Threatens Worldwide Campaign Against EC, BJP

Showing courtesy, we allowed the parliament to function, the Trinamul Congress supremo pointed out.

Deccan Chronicle 17 Feb 2026 8:30 pm

Congress sweeps Telangana civic polls, BRS gets just one

Congress secured chairperson posts in seven of eight Telangana municipalities. The BRS won one chairperson post. Electio

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 7:12 pm

Mamata terms EC Tughlaqi Commission, alleges voter manipulation in Bengal

Kolkata, Feb 18 (PTI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday described the Election Commission as a Tughl

The Sen Times 17 Feb 2026 7:10 pm

Is court going to monitor every murder: SC on BJP workers death

New Delhi: Is this court going to monitor every murder or violent incident happening in West Bengal, the Supreme Court a

The Siasat Daily 17 Feb 2026 7:10 pm

SC Bench Slams The Petitioner For Not Going To Kolkata HC For Seeking Relief

The bench said the petitioner should approach the high court for seeking relief while hearing a plea concerning the alle

Deccan Chronicle 17 Feb 2026 6:55 pm

Karnataka HC quashes BJP's defamation case against Rahul Gandhi

The case was filed in 2023, when BJP was in power in Karnataka, following a corruption rate card published by the then o

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 6:32 pm

Hardeep Puri had 62 email exchanges & 14 meetings with Epstein, must clarify: Congress

New Delhi, Feb 17 (PTI) The Congress on Tuesday accused Union minister Hardeep Puri of lying on the Epstein files issue,

The Sen Times 17 Feb 2026 5:45 pm

Unnao survivor`s father`s death: Delhi court asks Jaideep Sengar to surrender

Expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Sengar`s brother Jaideep Sengar had approached the court seeking a three-month extension of

Mid Day 17 Feb 2026 5:31 pm

'Tughlaqi Commission' working on BJP's behest: Mamata sharpens SIR attack on EC

Mamata also made an explosive claim amid the ongoing SIR in the poll-bound West Bengal, saying a woman functionary in th

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 5:24 pm

Shivaji Maharaj vs Tipu Sultan: Maharashtra Congress chief apologises

Mumbai: Facing flak for his remarks drawing parallels between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Tipu Sultan, Maharashtra C

The Siasat Daily 17 Feb 2026 5:14 pm

PM Modi To Visit Gujarat On February 28; Will Launch Sanand Chip Facility & Review Local Body Poll Preparations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Gujarat on February 28, inspect a semiconductor unit in Sanand, review BJPs local

Web Dunia 17 Feb 2026 3:58 pm

BJP's Jibes And The Congress' Bhupen Borah See-Saw In Assam

Fractures in the Congress' Assam unit - unwelcome with an election weeks away - made headlines Monday after senior leade

NDTV 17 Feb 2026 3:15 pm

Randhawa Clarifies Remarks in J&K Assembly After Protests by MLAs

JAMMU, Feb 17: BJP legislator Vikram Randhawa on Tuesday clarified in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly that hi

The Northlines 17 Feb 2026 3:09 pm

Sonia Gandhi asked me to decide date of my swearing-in as Assam Congress CM in 2014: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma revealed a past political maneuver. He stated Sonia Gandhi had offered him the

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 2:31 pm

BJP Leader Randhawa Clarifies Remarks Amid Uproar In J&K Assembly

Jammu, Feb 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Tuesday witnessed chaotic scenes for nearly half an hour af

Daily Excelsior 17 Feb 2026 2:20 pm

Unnao rape case: CBI opposes Jaideep Sengars interim bail extension plea

New Delhi: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday, February 17, opposed in the Delhi High Court a plea by

The Siasat Daily 17 Feb 2026 2:15 pm

'I'm Just A Sexual Object For Him': Congress MP Jothimani Hits Back At BJP Leader's Derogatory Remark

The police have registered a case against Nathan, the BJP president of Tamil Nadu's Karur unit, for his remark allegedly

News18 17 Feb 2026 1:50 pm

Karnataka High Court quashes BJPs defamation case against Rahul Gandhi

The case was filed for allegedly issuing defamatory advertisements in mainstream newspapers against the then BJP governm

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 1:38 pm

Pilot invokes 1971 legacy as Congress faces CPI(M), BJP fire over Jamaat-e-Islami link

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, Feb 17: Under attack from the CPI(M) and the BJP over its alleged electoral understanding with the J

Daily Excelsior 17 Feb 2026 12:00 pm

'To people like him, woman nothing more than body': Congress MP Jothimani flays BJP leader Senthil Nathan for 'derogatory' remarks

Congress MP Jothimani condemned alleged misogynistic remarks by BJP district president V V Senthil Nathan, stating he vi

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 11:49 am

Uproarious scenes in Assembly over Randhawas remarks

Jammu: Uproarious scenes were witnessed in the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday over BJP MLA Vikram Randhawas rema

Kashmir Reader 17 Feb 2026 11:34 am

Remarks of BJP MLA Against Kashmiris Echo in House

SRINAGAR: MLA Langate Sheikh Khursheed Ahmad on Tuesday raised the issue of remarks made by BJP MLA Vikram Randhawa, who

KashmirLife 17 Feb 2026 10:47 am

Resignation twist: Bhupen Borah quits Congress, pauses decision, Himantas BJP offer follows row explained

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma invited former Congress chief Bhupen Borah to join BJP after his resignation. Sarma lauded

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 9:55 am

BJP MP Raju Bista launches Chakri Chai Bangla campaign, cites job crisis in WB

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Raju Bista launched the Chakri Chai Bangla Campaign to spotlight the rising job crisis in West

Mid Day 17 Feb 2026 9:32 am

Cross-voting row: BJP suspends Metpally councillor; cadres attack leader

Hyderabad: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday suspended its 18th ward councillor, Cherlapalli Meena and her husb

The Siasat Daily 17 Feb 2026 8:13 am

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey moves motion to expel Rahul Gandhi, citing Parliamentary Precedents

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has moved a motion to expel Congress leader Rahul Gandhi from Parliament, alleging Gandhi aims to

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 8:11 am

BJP is organisation-driven party, not centred on dynasty

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 7:00 am

UP tax revenue has risen under BJP

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 6:59 am

BJP leaders quit amid Karodiya real estate controversy

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 5:00 am

Adv Abhinav Sharma, MLA Bhaderwah call on LG

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Feb 16: Adv. Abhinav Sharma, former President J&K High Court Bar Association, Jammu and s

Daily Excelsior 17 Feb 2026 4:57 am

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Daily Excelsior 17 Feb 2026 4:56 am

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Assam Congress faces internal turmoil as campaign chief Bhupen Borah resigns, citing neglect. Party leaders, including R

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 2:32 am

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Sendhwa (Madhya Pradesh): On the occasion of birthday of Lok Sabha MP Gajendra Singh Patel, a massive health and awarene

Free Press Journal 17 Feb 2026 2:15 am

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Trisha posted on her social media, a legal communique in the wake of Nagenthran's comments linking her to Vijay while tr

Deccan Chronicle 17 Feb 2026 2:14 am

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NT Reporter Panaji Hours after allegedly threatening a journalist, from a public platform in SacordaSanvordem, Goa BJP S

The Navhind Times 17 Feb 2026 1:28 am

BJP seeks apology from Priyank Kharge for projecting coastal belt in poor light with communal tag

The party takes strong exception to Mr. Kharge likening the RSS and BJP to a devil and its shadow

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 12:51 am

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BJP leader Tejasvi Surya welcomed US Ambassador Sergio Gor to Bengaluru. They discussed the expanding India-US partnersh

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 12:04 am

Municipal chiefs elections expose Congress-BJP power pact: Harish Rao

The former minister says Congress and BJP have shunned their ideologies for power in Telangana; he asks Congress whether

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:56 pm

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The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:52 pm

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Congress, BJP accuses government of betraying Ayyappa devotees

Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 11:48 pm

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In the heart of Maharashtra, a fierce political clash ignites as a municipal office displays an image of Tipu Sultan. Th

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 11:46 pm

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Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 11:25 pm

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The Barak Democratic Front has requested the Home Minister to publish a White Paper on the number of illegal infiltrator

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:10 pm

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Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 11:00 pm

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The Congress on Monday alleged that the BRS sacrificed its position in the Karimnagar Municipal Corporation to benefit t

Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 10:41 pm

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Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 10:32 pm

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Class and caste-based discrimination are deeply embedded in the sector, and there is little accountability for companies

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:23 pm

BJP, VHP tear into Priyank over RSS money-laundering jibe

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 10:18 pm

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Patna: RJD on Monday demanded in the assembly that the reservation quotas should be increased to 85 percent for various

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 10:08 pm

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Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 9:41 pm

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Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 9:38 pm

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Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 9:36 pm

BJP condemns Puttur MLA for using derogatory word against Chalavadi Narayana Swamy

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The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:28 pm

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The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 9:24 pm

Chairperson Polls Postponed In Kyathanpalli, Kagaznagar, Khanapur

In Khanapur municipality, Congress councillors were present to prove their majority, while elected members of the BJP an

Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 9:09 pm

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The meeting was scheduled for 11 am. BJP corporators entered the office first, while Congress corporators arrived later.

Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 8:37 pm

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The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 8:02 pm

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I do not have much information about Priyank Kharges stand on RSS and BJP. You better ask him, retorts Health Minister

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:51 pm

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The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 7:48 pm

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The Siasat Daily 16 Feb 2026 7:29 pm

Ex-Assam Congress Chief Bhupen Borah Withdraws Resignation Hours After Quitting Party

Assam CM invites Bhupen Borah to join BJP, offers a safe assembly seat, claims no Hindu leader will continue in Congress

Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 7:29 pm

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Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 7:17 pm

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Alleges lakhs of poor families were given ownership documents without physical possession of land between 2019 and 2024;

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:12 pm

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The BJP's Tamil Nadu unit chief, Nainar Nagendran, was forced to apologise this week after distasteful comments about Ta

NDTV 16 Feb 2026 7:12 pm

BJP has no courage to face Congress: Imran Pratapgarhi

Jaipur, Feb 16 (PTI) Congress Rajya Sabha MP Imran Pratapgarhi on Monday alleged that the BJP does not have the courage

The Sen Times 16 Feb 2026 6:38 pm

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Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 6:27 pm

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MP and BJP national vice president Baijayant 'Jay' Panda on Sunday visited an Anganwadi centre in a village in Odisha's

NDTV 16 Feb 2026 6:15 pm

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The Karnataka High Court has nullified the election of Congress MLA SN Subba Reddy from Bagepalli. The court cited elect

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 6:08 pm

News18 Evening Digest: SC Slams Pleas Against Assam CM, Indian Girl Among Victims In Epstein Files

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News18 16 Feb 2026 5:58 pm

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The Siasat Daily 16 Feb 2026 5:52 pm

T.N. BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran expresses regret over comments against actor Trisha

Earlier in the day, Ms. Trisha issued a statement through her counsel condemning the distasteful comment, without naming

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 5:50 pm

CPI (M) criticises BJP Govt for giving cruel burial to MGNREGA

At no time has the countrys esteem gone down to this level, says CPI (M) general secretary

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 4:55 pm

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Pune: Amitesh Kumar, Commissioner of Pune Police, speaking to the media, said, 'Police have taken the required action re

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 4:44 pm

BJP Clinches Karimnagar Mayor Seat

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Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 4:40 pm

Malegaon Tipu Sultan Portrait Row: SP MLA Abu Azmi Defends Display, As BJP & Others Protest

A major controversy has broken out in Malegaon, Maharashtra, after a portrait of Tipu Sultan was displayed in the Deputy

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 4:26 pm

Shivaji Maharaj-Tipu Sultan Comparison Row: Harshvardhan Sapkal Takes Potshots At Devendra Fadnavis; Says BJP 'Distorted' Statement

Mumbai: The political row over Maharashtra Congress President Harshvardhan Sapkals remarks comparing Tipu Sultan with Ch

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 4:22 pm

West Bengal Para Teachers Demand Higher Monthly Honorarium, Seek Dignified Pay

Kolkata: A platform of para teachers in West Bengal has urged Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to enhance the

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 4:22 pm

Following Mumbai Metro Tragedy, Pune-Based MLA Siddharth Shirole Demands Urgent Safety Audit Of University Flyover & Shivajinagar-Hinjawadi Metro Project

Pune: Citing a recent fatal slab collapse at a Mumbai Metro site, the Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) Shivajinagar MLA Sid

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 4:13 pm

Pahalgam attack victims family still awaits promised government job in Maharashtra

Asawari Jagdale, whose father died in a terror attack, is still waiting for a government job promised by the Maharashtra

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 4:10 pm

Mistake: TN BJP Chief Nagendran Expresses Regret Over Remark Linking Trisha With Vijay

The comment was made while responding to Vijays assertion that his party would emerge as a key challenger in the upcomin

News18 16 Feb 2026 4:09 pm

Delhi: AAP, BJP Spar Over Delay In Releasing Roll Numbers By School Ahead Of Board Exams

New Delhi: A dispute over fees at a private school in Saket has sparked a political exchange between the AAP and the BJP

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 4:08 pm

After Kokates Exit, Zirwal In Trouble: Will He Survive As Minister Amid Bribery Row?

Nashik: During the recent legislative session, a viral video allegedly showing then minister Manikrao Kokate playing rum

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 4:07 pm

History Can't Be Erased: Abu Azmi Praises Tipu Sultan Amid Shivaji Comparison Row

Abu Azmi accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of politicising the issue, alleging that the saffron party is annoyed

News18 16 Feb 2026 4:03 pm

Actress Trisha Krishnan responds after BJP leader's Thalapathy Vijay jibe: 'Personal lives not public commentary'

Actress Trisha Krishnan has responded to a political remark made by a BJP leader. The leader referenced Trisha while dis

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 3:54 pm

BJP secures majority in NMC standing committee with 9 members elected unopposed

All 16 members of the Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) standing committee were elected unopposed, including nine from

Mid Day 16 Feb 2026 3:48 pm

'Political Pappu': BJP slams Rahul Gandhi

The BJP has criticized Rahul Gandhi, labeling him a 'failed dynast'. This comes as former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Bo

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 3:40 pm

BJP to head a Municipal Corporation for first time in Telangana

BJP won a Mayor post for the first time in erstwhile united Andhra Pradesh in 1981, when NSN Reddy became Mayor of Visak

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 3:14 pm

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Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: In a shocking incident that created a sensation in Maharashtras Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, so

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 3:13 pm

Resolved Through Dialogue: Former Assam Congress Chief Bhupen Borah Withdraws Resignation After High-Level Talks

In a dramatic U-turn, senior Congress leader Bhupen Kumar Borah on Monday withdrew his resignation hours after tendering

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 3:13 pm

Shivaji-Tipu remarks row: FIRs against BJP, Congress workers for violence in Pune

Pune police have filed cases against BJP and Congress leaders and workers. Violence erupted Sunday during protests over

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 3:10 pm

'Distasteful, inappropriate': Trisha slams Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagenthrans remarks amid TVK Vijay row

Actor Trisha Krishnan has issued a legal communique slamming Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran's distasteful and in

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 2:36 pm

Trisha condemns distasteful remark after Tamil Nadu BJP leader Nainar Nagenthrans comment draws ire

The actors statement comes just days after BJP politician Nainar Nagenthran made a crass remark about Trisha and actor a

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 2:25 pm

Assam CM invites former Congress chief Bhupen Borah to join BJP after resignation

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has publicly invited former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah to join the BJP f

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 2:05 pm

Distasteful: Trisha Krishnan Condemns Tamil Nadu BJP Chiefs Crass Remark On Her

Trisha made it clear that she is not affiliated with any political party and does not intend to be. It said she has alwa

News18 16 Feb 2026 1:56 pm

Trisha condemns distasteful remark; clarifies she isnt aligned with any political party

The actors statement comes just days after BJP politician Nainar Nagendran made a crass remark about Trisha and actor an

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 1:54 pm

Our Team Plays With Determination, Utmost Dedication: Political Leaders Hail India's Cricket Win Over Pak

MP Sanjay Kumar Jha: After India defeated Pakistan by 61 runs in the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 match, political leader

CNMSports 16 Feb 2026 1:48 pm

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A fresh political controversy erupted on Monday after former Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar launched a scathing atta

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 1:45 pm

SC Refuses SIT, FIR Plea Against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, Directs Petitioners To Approach High Court

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a batch of petitions seeking the registration of an FIR and the constit

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 1:30 pm

'Tragic & Deeply Saddening': PM Modi Condoles Rajasthan Chemical Factory Fire Tragedy That Killed 7

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed grief over the tragic fire at a chemical factory in Rajasthan's Bhiwadi

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 1:22 pm

Telangana Municipal Mayor elections: Congress wins Nizamabad, BJP bags Karimnagar

In the Telangana mayoral elections, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won Karimnagar Mayor Seat and Indian National Congress

The Siasat Daily 16 Feb 2026 1:22 pm

'Isn't There Any Other Issue In Maharashtra?': Sena UBT MP Sanjay Raut On Shivaji Maharaj-Tipu Sultan Comparison Controversy

Mumbai: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Monday criticised the BJP for escalating the Tipu Sultan controversy in Mahara

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 1:10 pm

MIDC & PMRDA To Hold 15% Each As Purandar International Airport Project Moves Into Execution Phase; CIDCO To Hold Majority 51% Stake

Pune: The partnership structure for the proposed Purandar International Airport has been finalised, as announced by offi

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 12:55 pm

Cross Complaint Filed Against BJP, Congress City President And 5060 Workers Over Stone Pelting In Pune

Pune: Pune City Police have registered cross cases against leaders and workers of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and t

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 12:51 pm

Raj Thackeray Lashes Out At Pune Units Following Election Washout; Announces Weekly Oversight

Pune: Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) Chief Raj Thackeray delivered a blistering critique to party workers and local le

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 12:41 pm

Assam Politics: Major Setback To Congress Ahead Of Assembly Polls As Bhupen Borah Quits, Sends Resignation To Kharge, Claims Report

In a major setback for the Congress ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in Assam, former state unit chief Bhupen Ku

Free Press Journal 16 Feb 2026 12:21 pm

Tamil Nadu BJP chief questions actor-politician Vijay's party policy

Tamil Nadu BJP head Nainar Nagenthran scrutinized the policies of actor-turned-politician Vijay. He challenged Vijay to

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 12:18 pm

Naravane Memoir Row to Speaker Ouster Bid: How Congress Handed BJP a Distraction

The Budget Session of 2026 opened with the promise of serious debate on the Union Budget presented by Finance Minister N

News View 16 Feb 2026 12:02 pm

'Sangh United India, Congress Divided Nation': BJP Hits Back At Priyank Kharge Amid RSS Row

Telangana BJP president Ramchander Rao said that the RSS has played a decisive role in keeping the country united, while

News18 16 Feb 2026 11:45 am

They Want Us To Pay Tax, But They Remain Free: Priyank Kharge's New RSS Jab

Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge took aim at the RSS, the ideological mentor of the BJP, accusing it of financial irreg

NDTV 16 Feb 2026 11:25 am

Civic Polls: Stage Set for Election of Chairpersons, Mayors in Telangana

The councilors, who won from BRS, Congress, BJP and MIM apart from independent candidates, reached the municipal offices

Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 11:10 am

Asaduddin Owaisi: Govt attempting to snatch citizenship through SIR

Asaduddin Owaisi has alleged that the BJP-led Centre is attempting to snatch citizenship rights through the Special Inte

Mid Day 16 Feb 2026 9:08 am

Pune: 9 injured after Congress-BJP workers clash over praise of Tipu

BJP workers confronted Congress activists in Pune while protesting against Congress leader Harshwardhan Sapkals remarks

The Siasat Daily 16 Feb 2026 8:02 am

NC, PDP slam BJP MP for spending 94% MPLAD funds in Uttar Pradesh

Leaders of National Conference and Peoples Democratic Party alleged that Jammu and Kashmirs representation had been redu

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 1:07 am

Congress MPs flay BJP over rising debt on Haryana farmers

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 12:21 am

AP Budget Progressive, Asserts BJP Chief P.V.N. Madhav

The AP BJP chief underscored the thrust on industrial growth, citing proposed investments of nearly $15 billion (1.35 la

Deccan Chronicle 16 Feb 2026 12:12 am

Rahul Only Leader Questioning 'Botched' Indo-US Deal: Revanth

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday said that the Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi was the only leader questioning

Deccan Chronicle 15 Feb 2026 11:43 pm

Shrikant Shinde Throws Open Challenge To BJPs Naik

Shinde-Naik rivalry intensifies over land row

Deccan Chronicle 15 Feb 2026 11:12 pm

Now, tussle in BJP-JD(S) alliance over CM face

The Times of India 15 Feb 2026 10:44 pm

Bhiwandi Mayor Polls Heat Up: BJP Projects Unity, Secular Front Faces Turmoil Ahead Of Nominations

Bhiwandi: High-stakes political maneuvering has intensified ahead of the mayoral nomination process in Bhiwandi, with sh

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 10:29 pm

Budget Benefits Must Reach Grassroots, Says TD State Chief

The teleconference was attended by civil supplies minister Nadendla Manohar and BJP state president PVN Madhav: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 15 Feb 2026 10:19 pm

Economic Survey 2025-26 Targets RTI Act, Suggests Ministerial Veto To Deny Information

After a decade of existence and showing the scars of legislative fetters on its working, the Right to Information (RTI)

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 10:18 pm

Tipu Sultan row: FIR against Maharashtra Congress chief; stone throwing in Pune

The BJP protested in Pune as well as Mumbai by putting black ink on photographs of Congress leader Harshvardhan Sapkal a

The Hindu 15 Feb 2026 10:14 pm

Congress, BRS, BJP, MIM Vie For Municipalities With Hung Results In Adilabad

Chairman race heats up in hung municipalities

Deccan Chronicle 15 Feb 2026 10:08 pm

FIR Filed Against Congress Leader After Row Over Shivaji-Tipu Comparison

In Pune, BJP members staged a demonstration outside the Indian National Congress office, where clashes broke out after w

Deccan Chronicle 15 Feb 2026 10:01 pm

Amid Tipu Sultan Controversy, BJP To Move Proposal To Rename Chowk In Mira Road Named After Mysuru Ruler In MBMC 1st Meeting: Report

Mira Bhayandar: As the Tipu Sultan controversy intensifies, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to bring a proposal

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 8:58 pm

Can LOP Rahul Gandhi be expelled for his alleged foreign links?

Major issues relating to functioning of Parliament are involved By T N Ashok NEW DELHI: Indias Parliament faces a cons

The Northlines 15 Feb 2026 8:35 pm

Nine Injured As BJP, Congress Workers Clash In Pune Over Remarks On Tipu Sultan, Shivaji

Cops said three Congress workers, two BJP workers, two police personnel, and two journalists sustained minor injuries in

News18 15 Feb 2026 7:48 pm

Setback To Punjab BJP As Arvind Khanna Quits Party, Joins Shiromani Akali Dal

Chandigarh: Industrialist-turned-politician Arvind Khanna on Sunday quitted Punjab BJP and joined Shiromani Akali Dal (S

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 7:47 pm

Pune: Hadapsar Garbage Depot Turns Into Health Hazard, Residents Demand Permanent Solution

Pune: Residents living around the Hadapsar garbage depot say their suffering is no longer occasional; it is a daily real

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 7:03 pm

Shivaji-Tipu remarks: BJP, Congress workers pelt stones in Pune, 9 injured; cops to book both sides

Congress has alleged that two of its workers sustained injuries as activists from the saffron party indulged in stone pe

The Hindu 15 Feb 2026 7:03 pm

BRS offered support to CPI in KMC only to protect Singareni workers interests: KTR

He says what pressures worked on CPI leadership to accept for alliance with Congress knowing well that the ruling party

The Hindu 15 Feb 2026 7:01 pm

Harshwardhan Sapkal Alleges BJP Conspiracy After Pune Clash Over Chhatrapati Shivaji MaharajTipu Sultan Remarks

Pune: The political atmosphere in Maharashtra has heated up after Congress State President Harshwardhan Sapkal reportedl

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 6:32 pm

Nashik: BJP Yuva Morcha Demands Apology For TipuChhatrapati Shivaji Comparison Outside Congress Office

Nashik: A strong protest was staged by the Nashik City BJP Yuva Morcha under the leadership of MLA Devyani Pharande in f

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 6:20 pm

BJP's Suvendu Adhikari flags border security concerns in Bengal after Bangladesh polls

The BJP leader in his post in Bengali alleged that the ruling Trinamool Congress government in the State has repeatedly

The Hindu 15 Feb 2026 6:05 pm

BJP trying to snatch citizenship through SIR: Asaduddin Owaisi

Hyderabad: AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has alleged that the BJP-led Central government was attempting to snatch cit

The Siasat Daily 15 Feb 2026 5:28 pm

Punjab BJP Leader Arvind Khanna Joins Shiromani Akali Dal

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Arvind Khanna on Sunday joined the Shiromani Akali Dal in the presence of party chief Sukh

NDTV 15 Feb 2026 5:13 pm

Tipu Sultan row: BJP protests in Pune, Congress calls out hypocrisy

Mumbai/Pune: BJP workers confronted Congress activists in Pune while protesting against Congress leader Harshwardhan Sap

The Siasat Daily 15 Feb 2026 4:55 pm

BJP Seeks To Snatch Citizenship Through SIR, Claims Owaisi

Election authorities in Telangana have said that the SIR of electoral rolls in the state is likely to be announced durin

Deccan Chronicle 15 Feb 2026 4:40 pm

Owaisis big charge on Centre over SIR, says BJP using EC to snatch citizenship

Asaduddin Owaisi alleged the BJP-led government is trying to snatch citizenship rights through the special intensive rev

The Times of India 15 Feb 2026 4:35 pm

Soap opera over soap: Why Karnataka politics is in a lather over iconic Mysuru brand

At the heart of the row is Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited (KSDL), the government-owned company that manufactures

The Times of India 15 Feb 2026 4:28 pm

Sanjay Raut Slams BJP Over India Vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Group Stage Match, Says '...Politicians In Saffron Party Benefit From It'

Mumbai: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday criticised the India vs Pakistan group-stage match in the ICC Men's T20

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 3:33 pm

'Come Out Of Trisha's House First': Tamil Nadu BJP Chief's Remarks On Vijay Spark Row

Tamil Nadu BJP Chief Nainar Nagendran invited controversy after he made a personal remark involving TVK Chief Vijay and

News18 15 Feb 2026 2:18 pm

'Not India-Pakistan, but Jay Shah vs Pakistan': Sanjay Raut says fixtures generate betting that benefits BJP leaders

This is not an India-Pakistan match. This is a Jay Shah vs Pakistan match. The people of India do not want it. The India

The Economic Times 15 Feb 2026 1:52 pm

MP News: CM Mohan Yadav Seeks Blessing At Badwale Mahadev Temple On Mahashivratri, Flags Off Shiv Barat

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav visited the ancient Badwale Mahadev Mandir in Bhopal

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 1:20 pm

Pune: MIT ADT Rower Bhagyashree Ghule Bags Gold At Senior Nationals, Picked For Asian Games Camp

Pune: Bhagyashree Ghule of the Dr Vishwanath Karad Sports Academy at MIT Art, Design and Technology University delivered

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 1:19 pm

Maharashtra Congress Chief Booked For Calling Tipu Sultan Symbol Of Bravery Like Shivaji

After Sapkals statement comparing Tipu Sultan with Shivaji, leaders of the BJP in Ahilyanagar announced a Rs 10 lakh rew

News18 15 Feb 2026 12:52 pm

Pune Police Register Case Against Harshwardhan Sapkal For Alleged Objectionable Remarks On Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj After BJP Files Complaint

Pune: Pune City Police have registered a case against Harshwardhan Sapkal, the Maharashtra Congress State President, fol

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 12:38 pm

Maharashtra Congress chief likens Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj with Tipu Sultan; booked for hurting sentiments

Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal has courted controversy by comparing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj with Tip

The Times of India 15 Feb 2026 12:15 pm

Mumbai: After Mayor Polls, Fight For Real Power Begins In BMC

Mumbai: After the mayor and deputy mayor elections, the political spotlight in Mumbai has now shifted to the most powerf

Free Press Journal 15 Feb 2026 11:35 am

Double standards: Congress hits out at BJP after Harshwardhan Sapkal faces flak on Shivaji-Tipu Sultan remark

Maharashtra Congress leader Sachin Sawant has accused the BJP of hypocrisy. He cited instances where BJP leaders alleged

The Economic Times 15 Feb 2026 11:20 am

Karnataka CMO row: BJP's Sunil Kumar demands forensic probe into 'fake' transfer note

V Sunil Kumar has demanded a forensic investigation into a forged document allegedly linked to the Karnataka Chief Minis

The Times of India 15 Feb 2026 11:01 am

India will never accept distorted history: BJP's Ramchander Rao slams Owaisi over Tipu Sultan was martyred remarks

By glorifying Tipu Sultan by the AIMIM party is something to distort the history. Everyone knows that Tipu Sultan was re

The Economic Times 15 Feb 2026 10:35 am

Tamil Nadu DMK leader Sivaji Krishnamurthy gets 3-year jail over 2023 remarks against Governor Ravi, Khushbu Sundar

The case stemmed from a public meeting organised by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam at Krishnamoorthy Hall in Erukkancheri

The Economic Times 15 Feb 2026 10:00 am

Video: War of words between Owaisi, BJP Over Tipu Sultan, Savarkar

Hyderabad: A political row has erupted in Telangana over historical interpretations of Tipu Sultan and Veer Savarkar aft

The Siasat Daily 15 Feb 2026 9:58 am

BJP asks Rahul to clarify on Sibals 2010 Epstein-linked award

New Delhi: The BJP alleged on Saturday, February 14, that former Union minister Kapil Sibal received an award funded by

The Siasat Daily 15 Feb 2026 8:43 am

BJP MLA seeks forensic probe of Karnataka CMs signature in fake-note row

Bengaluru: A day after police registered a case over a fake note purportedly issued from the Chief Ministers Office (CMO

The Siasat Daily 15 Feb 2026 8:09 am