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CPI(M)s Md Salim saysthere is no lobby in the partyas estranged leader Pratik Ur Rahaman raises questions about lobbying andfavouritism

The senior CPI(M) leader avoided any direct questions about the estranged leader amid the political buzz of Rahaman join

The Hindu 21 Feb 2026 3:15 am

IRS $1,390 Stimulus check February 2026: Has congress approved new federal payments or are viral refund rumors misleading taxpayers?

Zero new $1,390 stimulus check is approved for February 2026. The Internal Revenue Service confirms no new federal stimu

The Economic Times 21 Feb 2026 3:05 am

Anthropic-funded group backs candidate attacked by rival AI super PAC

Dueling pro-AI PACs have centered around backing or targeting one New York congressional bid: Alex Bores, whose RAISE Ac

TechCrunch 21 Feb 2026 2:22 am

IYC workers hold shirtless protest at AI Summit; 4 held

PTI New Delhi A group of Indian Youth Congress workers on Friday staged a dramatic shirtless protest at an AI Impact Sum

The Navhind Times 21 Feb 2026 12:50 am

TMC, BJP hail Supreme Court order on Bengal SIR directing HC to depute officers

The Supreme Court has ordered judicial officers to oversee the SIR process in Bengal. A meeting is set for Saturday to f

The Economic Times 21 Feb 2026 12:43 am

Kishan Reddy Calls Cong a National Shame Over Topless Protests

The landmark summit showcased Indias technological prowess, expanded national AI capabilities, and united top global fig

Deccan Chronicle 21 Feb 2026 12:43 am

NDA attacks Congress over protest at AI Summit

Bihar's NDA leaders have expressed fierce disapproval of the Youth Congress demonstration at the AI Impact Summit, point

The Times of India 21 Feb 2026 12:38 am

RSS defamation case: Rahul Gandhi to appear before Bhiwandi court

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh activist Rajesh Kunte filed a complaint in the court alleging that the Congress leader, whil

The Economic Times 21 Feb 2026 12:17 am

Trump erupts in anger over Supreme Court tariff ruling, reports describe heated reaction

Trump reaction to Supreme Court tariff ruling: President Donald Trump reacted with fury after the Supreme Court declared

The Economic Times 21 Feb 2026 12:15 am

Congress left borders vulnerable, BJP sealed them: Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah confidently announced that the BJP administration in Assam has successfully put an end to

The Economic Times 21 Feb 2026 12:09 am

Congress's 'shirtless protest' targets AI Summit; shameful, says BJP

In a bold statement at the World AI Impact Summit in Delhi, Youth Congress members staged a daring protest, shedding the

The Economic Times 21 Feb 2026 12:00 am

BJYM Protest Sparks Tension At Congress Office In Anantapur

The situation turned tense when protesters allegedly hurled tomatoes and eggs at the Congress office premises: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 20 Feb 2026 11:39 pm

A case of Al-generated EPIC card in Bengal

In a striking revelation, the Election Commission of India has raised alarms over technological misuse. An AI-created vo

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 11:36 pm

Congress outsmarts BJP in Bhiwandi Mayoral elections

In a shocking turn of events, Congress has brought an end to the BJP's dominance in the Bhiwandi Municipal Corporation.

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 11:30 pm

'More Congress Leaders Will Join': Assam's Bhupen Borah After Meeting Amit Shah

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah, who recently announced he'd join the ruling BJP in the poll-bound state, met w

NDTV 20 Feb 2026 10:35 pm

Kim lauds North Korea's economy and regional standing as major party meeting opens

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the North has made significant progress since the last congress in 2021, citing eco

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 10:26 pm

Topless, brainless, shameless: BJP slams Congress over protest at AI summit

New Delhi: The BJP slammed the Congress on Friday, February 20, for a protest staged by the partys youth wing at the ong

The Siasat Daily 20 Feb 2026 10:11 pm

BJP Rebel Elected Bhiwandi-Nizampur Mayor With Congress Backing

In the Deputy Mayor election, the Congress candidate Tariq Momin received 43 votes, while the BJP candidate Nakate got 2

Deccan Chronicle 20 Feb 2026 9:54 pm

Trump's tariffs struck down: Here's what the US Supreme Court said

The Supreme Court ruled President Trump exceeded his authority by imposing tariffs under a 1977 emergency law, stating o

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 9:43 pm

What is International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and what will happen to $175 billion collected in Donald Trump global tariffs after US Supreme Court ruling?

What is International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and what will happen to $175 billion collected in Donald Tru

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 9:20 pm

Assembly bypolls: Intense lobbying for ticket in Davangere South, Bagalkot

Muslim community leaders of the Congress are lobbying hard to get a ticket in Davangere South, while there is competitio

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 9:19 pm

U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Donald Trump's sweeping global tariffs | LIVE

The majority judges found that the Constitution very clearly gives Congress the power to impose taxes, which include tar

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 9:13 pm

AI Summit protest: Delhi Police registers case under various sections, including criminal conspiracy, against IYC workers

Delhi Police have filed an FIR against Indian Youth Congress members following their protest at the AI Summit venue. The

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 9:04 pm

BRS, Congress In Tight Race For Chairman Posts In Kyathanpalli, Khanapur

In Khanapur municipality, no party secured a clear majority. Of the wards, BRS won four, BJP four and Congress three, be

Deccan Chronicle 20 Feb 2026 8:58 pm

'Topless, brainless, shameless': Centre slams Congress after youth wing's shirtless march at AI Summit, blames Rahul Gandhi

BJP has accused the Congress of disrupting the AI Impact Summit to damage India's global image, alleging the protest was

The Times of India 20 Feb 2026 8:40 pm

Congress ally in Assam demands seats of its choice for Assembly polls

The regional partys president, Akhil Gogoi, has asked Congress to come clean on the alliance strategy

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 8:29 pm

Congress appoints Vinod Jakhar as NSUI national president

According to the statement issued by the All India Congress Committee (AICC), the decision to make Jakhar, currently ser

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 8:10 pm

Trinamool hails Supreme Court order to engage judicial officers for SIR in Bengal

Attacking the Chief Election Commissioner, the Trinamool Congress said that the Supreme Court just delivered the knockou

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 8:01 pm

'Traitor Rahul': BJP protests Congress's shirt-off disruption at AI event

Calling Rahul Gandhi a raitor, a protesting BJP Yuva Morcha leader, who was being bundled into a van, said, This shows t

The Times of India 20 Feb 2026 7:57 pm

Many Congress MPs Want To Contest Kerala Election, Party To Take A Call

The Congress party has been holding a series of meetings to prepare for assembly elections in multiple states. During sc

NDTV 20 Feb 2026 6:59 pm

Lakshadweep allows serving of liquor in govt. guest houses in eight islands to boost tourism

Lakshadweep MP Hamdullah Sayeed has criticised the decision, warning it may worsen alcohol addiction and social issues.

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 6:30 pm

News18 Evening Digest: Youth Congress Workers Protest At AI Summit, 4 Arrested & Other Stories

We are also covering: 'We're Keeping An Eye On Situation', Says India On Iran-US Tensions, Union Ministers Slam Rahul Ga

News18 20 Feb 2026 6:23 pm

BJP, Trinamool Congress spar over NIA probe into Beldanga violence

West Bengal BJP unit accuses Trinamool govt. of hindering a probe by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) into last m

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 6:05 pm

Existed Earlier, Exists Now: Karnataka Minister Admits 'Commission' Culture Amid Contractor Row

The comments have triggered sharp political reactions as the Congress swept to power in 2023 after targeting the previou

News18 20 Feb 2026 5:56 pm

Black Umbrellas To T-Shirts: Youth Congress' Last-Minute Protest Plan Change

The gaggle of Youth Congress workers who stripped shirtless in an embarrassing moment at the India AI Impact Summit and

NDTV 20 Feb 2026 5:49 pm

Congress a national shame, says Rijiju after protest at AI Summit

The BJP said that at a time when India is hosting a prestigious global AI Summit, showcasing its innovation and leadersh

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 5:47 pm

Saudi Arabia may have uranium enrichment under proposed deal with US, arms control experts warn

DUBAI, Feb 20: Saudi Arabia could have some form of uranium enrichment within the kingdom under a proposed nuclear deal

Daily Excelsior 20 Feb 2026 5:35 pm

Amit Shah Slams Congress For 'Changing Demography' of Assam

Pointing out that BJP government led by chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has focused on both security and development,

Deccan Chronicle 20 Feb 2026 5:18 pm

AI Summit 2026: Youth Congress members stage shirtless protest; 10 detained

The protesters marched into Exhibition Hall No 5, wearing or holding white T-shirts printed with images of Prime Ministe

Mid Day 20 Feb 2026 5:16 pm

Youth Congress Workers Hold Shirtless Protest At AI Summit, 10 Detained

NEW DELHI, Feb 20: A group of Indian Youth Congress workers on Friday staged a dramatic shirtless protest at an AI Impac

Daily Excelsior 20 Feb 2026 5:02 pm

Omar Abdullah defends Kishtwar DC`s donation order during Ramadan

Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah said the Kishtwar order regulating Ramzan donations was issued after consulting local

Mid Day 20 Feb 2026 4:37 pm

'Prepare For Jail': Navjot Kaur Sidhu Accuses Raja Warring Of Land Grab

The political climate in Punjab has reached a boiling point following allegations by Dr Navjot Kaur Sidhu against Punjab

NDTV 20 Feb 2026 4:36 pm

Congress appoints Vinod Jakhar as NSUI president

The Congress also acknowledged the contributions of the outgoing NSUI chief, Varun Choudhary, appreciating his work and

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 4:26 pm

Expelled Congress leader Navjot Kaur fires fresh salvo at Punjab unit chief Warring

Chandigarh, Feb 20: Expelled Congress leader Navjot Kaur Sidhu has renewed her attack on Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, th

Daily Excelsior 20 Feb 2026 4:24 pm

'You Want To Choke India's Development': BJP Tears Into Rahul Gandhi Over AI Summit Protest

The controversy erupted after several Indian Youth Congress (IYC) members were detained for staging a shirtless protest

News18 20 Feb 2026 3:44 pm

Who Is Narsimha Yadav, The Organiser Of Youth Congress Protest At AI Summit?

Narasimha Yadav is a youth political activist associated with the Indian Youth Congress, holding the position of Nationa

News18 20 Feb 2026 3:42 pm

Rahul Gandhi appears in UP court in 2018 defamation case

Rahul Gandhi appeared in a Sultanpur court on Friday for a 2018 defamation case over remarks about Amit Shah. The next h

Mid Day 20 Feb 2026 3:40 pm

Classmate who does no work, but shows up to take all credit: Cong's dig at PM over UPI

French President Emmanuel Macron lauded India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI), recognising its profound impact on dig

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 3:40 pm

'Congress left borders open': Amit Shah raises infiltration pitch in poll-bound Assam

Union home minister Amit Shah accused the Congress of leaving Assam's borders open to infiltrators, aiming to alter the

The Times of India 20 Feb 2026 3:39 pm

Youth Congress Protests At AI Summit

The people detained have been identified as Krishna Hari. He is the National Secretary, age 35, a resident of Bihar. The

Deccan Chronicle 20 Feb 2026 3:34 pm

Congress failed to deliver promises after 800 days in power: Harish Rao

Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLA T Harish Rao on Friday, February 20, slammed the Congress government in Tela

The Siasat Daily 20 Feb 2026 3:24 pm

Congress Leader Priyanka Gandhi Slams Assam CM For Targeting Gaurav Gogoi

She went on saying, The way Gaurav ji (Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi) and his family are being targeted proves that this kind

Deccan Chronicle 20 Feb 2026 3:18 pm

Congress left borders open, leading to infiltration in Assam, alleges Amit Shah

During a pivotal speech, Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the BJP government's effectiveness in addressing infil

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 3:13 pm

Congress paradox: Shashi Tharoor praises AI Summit, youth leaders protest on spot

Youth Congress workers staged a shirtless protest against a trade deal at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, leading to

The Times of India 20 Feb 2026 3:10 pm

After Macrons praise for UPI, Congress credits UPA; takes dig at PM Modi

New Delhi: A day after French President Emmanuel Macron lauded Indias UPI architecture, the Congress on Friday said its

The Siasat Daily 20 Feb 2026 3:08 pm

Furore over The Kerala Story 2: parties divided, producer says real life stories

Thiruvananthapuram: The yet to be released Hindi film The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond on religious conversion is at the

The Siasat Daily 20 Feb 2026 3:00 pm

Youth Congress workers stage protest at AI Summit, 10 detained

New Delhi: A group of Indian Youth Congress (IYC) workers on Friday, February 20, staged a brief protest at an exhibitio

The Siasat Daily 20 Feb 2026 2:57 pm

Shirts Off, Slogans On: Youth Congress Workers Protest At AI Summit, FIR Filed

Indian Youth Congress staged a shirtless protest at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi during the AI Impact Summit 2026, chant

News18 20 Feb 2026 2:57 pm

'Not The Right Place For Protest': Eyewitness Slams Youth Congress's Demonstration At AI Summit

An eyewitness at the AI Impact Summit criticised the Indian Youth Congress protest inside Bharat Mandapam, saying demons

News18 20 Feb 2026 2:56 pm

AI is Anti-India for Congress: BJP slams Youth Congress over shirtless protest at AI Impact Summit

Indian Youth Congress members protested shirtless at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. Police detained sever

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 2:12 pm

Video: Shirts Off, Youth Congress Workers Protest At AI Summit Over India-US Deal

The India AI Impact Summit 2026 saw several top CEOs speak about the revolutionary jump in technology - and also some an

NDTV 20 Feb 2026 2:03 pm

Supreme Court refuses to entertain plea to restrain naming of religious structures in Baburs name

New Delhi, Feb 20 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a plea seeking a direction to restrain the cons

The Sen Times 20 Feb 2026 1:42 pm

Heritage Foods Follows Stringent Quality Norms, Empowers Farmers: Nara Bhuvaneswari

Her remarks come at a time when the firm promoted by the family members of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has come u

Deccan Chronicle 20 Feb 2026 1:25 pm

Answer to abject surrender lies in grips, chokes placed on PM: Rahul on India-US trade deal

New Delhi, Feb 20: Stepping up his attack on the government over the interim US trade deal, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi

Daily Excelsior 20 Feb 2026 1:22 pm

Defamation case against Rahul Gandhi: UP court fixes March 9 as next date of hearing

Sultanpur (UP), Feb 20 (PTI) Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday appeared before an MP-MLA cour

The Sen Times 20 Feb 2026 12:45 pm

'MODI governance means Maximum Optics Damaging India': Cong's dig over US-Pak 'romance'

Congress has attacked the government's foreign policy. They state that US-Pakistan relations remain strong. Meanwhile, I

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 12:40 pm

J.SivashanmugamPillai: a tall leader of Tamil Nadu belonging to what was once known Depressed Classes

J.SivashanmugamPillaiwas the first Scheduled Caste member to become the Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker in 1946.He was known

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 12:34 pm

People eager for political change in Kerala, UDF will come to power with 100 seats: Ramesh Chennithala

Congress leader says Chief Ministers anxiety over impending electoral setback is the reason behind blatant misuse of gov

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 11:59 am

Sachin Pilot demands transparent probe into Ajit Pawars death

The Congress leader, who lost his father in a vehicular accident, emphasised that such incidents transcend political lin

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 11:49 am

Opinion | Is Naya Bharat a Democracy that Cannot Question?

The voice that questions is under attack. Not because it lies. Not because it spreads hate. But because it asks uncomfor

News View 20 Feb 2026 11:47 am

Priyanka Gandhi criticises Assam CM for dragging Gaurav Gogois family, children into Pakistan link allegation

After paying homage to Zubeen Garg at his cremation ground 'Zubeen Khetra' at Sonapur, the Congress leader said the sing

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 11:39 am

Dragging Gauravs family, children into Pak link allegation by Assam CM wrong politics: Priyanka

Guwahati, Feb 20 : Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday criticised Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma f

Daily Excelsior 20 Feb 2026 11:27 am

Senior Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi starts two-day tour of poll-bound Assam

Priyanka Gandhi heads the screening committee of the grand old party. She held interaction with and block level workers

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 10:49 am

Extremely Well: Tharoor Praises AI Summit Amid Congress' Criticism

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Thursday praised the AI Impact Summit, saying the first couple of days had gone extrem

NDTV 20 Feb 2026 10:14 am

Govt trifurcated Hyderabad civic body to please AIMIM: Bandi Sanjay

Hyderabad: Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Thursday, February 19, launched a sharp attack on the ruling Congress in

The Siasat Daily 20 Feb 2026 9:16 am

Trump says he doesn't know if aliens are real but directs govt to release files on UFOs, more

President Donald Trump has ordered government agencies to release files on aliens and UFOs. This follows former Presiden

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 7:51 am

Kim Jong Un opens rare party congress in North Korea

Leader Kim Jong Un took centre stage with a speech to start the Workers' Party congress, a gathering that directs state

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 7:28 am

Congress worker offers 1k for pothole-free road in Ward 12

The Times of India 20 Feb 2026 3:29 am

Congress to agitate over suspension of 7 councillors

The Times of India 20 Feb 2026 3:15 am

Republicans hope Supreme Court can stop new lines being drawn for NYCs only GOP House seat

Republicans are looking to the U.S. Supreme Court to stop the boundaries of the only red congressional seat in New York

ABC News 20 Feb 2026 3:11 am

Rep. Tony Gonzales had affair with aide who lit herself on fire, lawyer alleges

The congressman from Texas, who is facing a tough primary battle, has denied having an affair.

The Washington Post 20 Feb 2026 2:51 am

Congresss Vote Share is Up, Revanth Tells AICC

The reports also highlighted the Congress victories in the Secunderabad Cantonment bypoll in 2024 and the Jubilee Hills

Deccan Chronicle 20 Feb 2026 12:35 am

Shashi Tharoor calls The Kerala Story hate-mongering

Senior Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Thursday criticised the makers of The Kerala Story 2 Goes Beyond, alleging that th

The Times of India 20 Feb 2026 12:33 am

Congress yet to finalise Ponda bypoll candidate

NT Reporter Ponda Congress has not yet finalised its candidate for the upcoming Ponda by-election, even as internal disc

The Navhind Times 20 Feb 2026 12:20 am

Allocate Funds in Budget to Keep Your Promises: KTR Tells CM

In an open letter to the Chief Minister, Rama Rao said the Congress government has been in power for nearly half its ter

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 11:58 pm

MP/ Indore Water Contamination Tragedy Rocks MP Assembly

The Congress members also slammed the state government for discrepancies on the death toll in the tragedy, given in the

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 11:56 pm

Pawars Rajya Sabha play grabs spotlight amid Congress doubts

Maha Vikas Aghadi partners are not united on sending Sharad Pawar to the Rajya Sabha. Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray Sena an

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 11:51 pm

Congress Top Brass Praises Revanth Govt

The leadership described the municipal poll results as a reflection of effective teamwork and urged that this collective

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 11:37 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 split over plan to replace EVMs with ballot paper

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 11:30 pm

India-US trade deal to affect Bihar farmers also: Congress

In a recent statement, Dipendra Singh Huda, a prominent Congress leader, raised alarms for farmers in Bihar regarding an

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 11:16 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

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

Orbital AI data centers could work, but they might ruin Earth in the process

At the start of the month, Elon Musk announced that two of his companies SpaceX and xAI were merging , and would joint

Engadget 19 Feb 2026 10:30 pm

Boon, But Problem Too: DMDK's Entry Tightens Seat Math For DMK, Congress

Tamil Nadu has 234 constituencies, and the Congress contested 25 in 2021 as part of the alliance.

NDTV 19 Feb 2026 10:20 pm

Budget Session Battleground: Opposition Unity Faces Test As Government Unmoved

Not just non-Congress parties; some suspended Congress MPs are also worried about the strategy of non-cooperation

News18 19 Feb 2026 10:16 pm

Uttar Pradesh Congress leaders push for mass FIRs against Assam CM for communal statements

Congress leader Shahnawaz Alam has urged the judiciary to take suo motu cognisance of the statements and initiate action

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 10:09 pm

Uttar Pradesh politics is in turmoil

By Satya Prakash Assembly elections are expected in Uttar Pradesh in February-March 2027, with elections for all 403 sea

The Northlines 19 Feb 2026 10:06 pm

Congress is committed to inclusive Telangana: Kharge

New Delhi: Expressing his satisfaction over what he termed an emphatic victory of the Congress in Telangana municipal el

The Siasat Daily 19 Feb 2026 9:59 pm

130 Women Go Missing Every Day In Madhya Pradesh, Reveals Data

Nearly 130 women and girls go missing every single day in Madhya Pradesh. That staggering average has emerged from offic

NDTV 19 Feb 2026 9:41 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

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

Rahul Gandhi to lay foundation stone for 50 houses for Wayanad landslides survivors on February 26

Congress housing project at Meppadi to cover 5.42 acres; financial aid of 5 lakh each for 40 affected traders also to be

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 8:38 pm

Lucknow University students protest RSS chiefs visit, detained

Lucknow: Protests erupted at Lucknow University on Wednesday, February 18, during a visit by Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh

The Siasat Daily 19 Feb 2026 8:36 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

Congress leader K.C. Joseph questions Nativity Card proposal

He says the move will lead to serious repercussions and calls for its withdrawal

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 7:43 pm

Indore water contamination issue rocks MP assembly as Congress becomes aggressive; govt admits 22 deaths

Madhya Pradesh assembly saw uproar as Congress demanded resignations over Indore water contamination deaths. The state g

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 7:39 pm

Assam assembly polls: Congress releases '20-point chargesheet' against BJP govt; accuses it of 'rampant corruption'

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra released a 20-point chargesheet against the BJP-led Assam government, accusing Chief Minister Hima

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 6:31 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

Congress accuses Centre of censoring AI satire, alleges mismanagement at summit

Party accuses Centre of censoring AI-generated satire; flags issues at New Delhi AI summit

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 6:14 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

Proposed India-US trade deal compromises Indias sovereignty, farmers interests: Sachin Pilot

MUMBAI, Feb 19: Senior Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Thursday strongly criticised the proposed trade agreement with th

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 5:40 pm

Puducherry CPI launches election campaign amid standoff in the INDIA bloc

With the Congress-DMK standoff over the leadership of the alliance continuing, the CPIs unilateral decision to launch th

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 5:25 pm

Will Karnataka Govt Pay Women To Marry Young Farmers?

Congress MLA HD Ranganath has urged Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to introduce incentives for brides of farmers in Kunigal,

News18 19 Feb 2026 5:04 pm

Man detained in Kota for threatening to shoot Rahul Gandhi, other Congress MPs

Kota Superintendent of Police (SP) Tejaswani Gautam told PTI that police took suo motu action and detained the accused a

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 5:02 pm

Rajasthan Karni Sena Activist Threatens To Kill Rahul Gandhi, Detained

A Karni Sena activist was detained in Kota for a video threatening to shoot Rahul Gandhi and 25 Congress MPs over allege

News18 19 Feb 2026 4:54 pm

Congress takes dig at PM Modi's 'MANAV' vision for AI

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the MANAV vision for AI, emphasizing a human-centric approach focused on morality,

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 4:42 pm

Congress takes dig at PM's MANAV vision for AI

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (February 19, 2026) unveiled the MANAV vision for a human-centric approach and

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 4:24 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

National Herald case: Delhi HC to hear on Mar 9 ED plea against Gandhis

NEW DELHI, Feb 19: The Delhi High Court on Thursday listed for hearing on March 9 a plea by the ED challenging the order

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 4:01 pm

Perus congress elects countrys eighth president in a decade

LIMA, Feb 19: Perus Congress on Thursday elected legislator Jose Maria Balcazar as the countrys eighth president in a de

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 3:56 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

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

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

Senior Kerala Congress MLA K Babu steps down from electoral politics

Tripunithura MLA K Babu announced his decision to step down from electoral politics. He will not contest the upcoming As

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 2:30 pm

Kharge Reviews Roadmap After Telangana Local Body Poll Victory

AICC chief says Congress committed to social welfare, economic empowerment and inclusive growth in Telangana

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 2:25 pm

Galgotias University row: After Chinese robot dog, varsity under lens over Korean drone

Galgotias University faces new allegations regarding a drone soccer system, claimed as an in-house innovation but report

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 2:18 pm

Congress a divided house in Kerala, has no leader to match stature of Pinarayi Vijayan: K.V. Thomas

K.V. Thomas, Keralas Special Representative with Cabinet rank in New Delhi, discusses the States political landscape, fi

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 2:09 pm

K. Babu, senior Congress leader in Kerala and Thripunithura MLA, quits active politics

K. Babu exudes confidence that his party will shortlist the best candidate for the constituency and that UDF will win 20

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 1:48 pm

Assam elections: Congress likely to release its first list of candidates by February end

Assam assembly polls: Assam is going to assembly elections early March-April this year. Union Home minister Amit Shah is

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 1:26 pm

Unconstitutional, bad in law: Congress MLAs slam DC Kishtwars directive on donations

Jammu: Two Congress MLAs on Thursday demanded the withdrawal of the order issued by the Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar, r

Kashmir Reader 19 Feb 2026 1:03 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

Congress MLAs Protest in J&K Assembly Over Alleged Harassment of Kashmiris

Jammu, Feb 19: Congress MLAs Irfan Lone and Iftikhar Ahmed on Thursday staged a protest outside the Jammu and Kashmir As

The Northlines 19 Feb 2026 12:16 pm

Congress MLAs Protest Outside Assembly Over Harassment Of Kashmiris Outside J&K

Jammu, Feb 19: Congress MLAs Irfan Lone and Iftikhar Ahmed on Thursday protested over alleged harassment of Kashmiris ou

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 11:45 am

'Kerala Story 2' 'invents false stories' to insult Kerala: K C Venugopal

Congress general secretary K C Venugopal has voiced his strong disapproval of the forthcoming film 'Kerala Story 2: Goes

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 11:26 am

Congress leader Pawan Khera slams Centre over Galgotias robodog row at AI Summit

Congress leader Pawan Khera attacked the Centre over the Galgotias University robodog controversy at the India AI Impact

Mid Day 19 Feb 2026 10:52 am

Rahul Gandhi Holds His Position By Mandate Of People, Not By Courtesy: Nizamuddin Bhat

Jammu, Feb 19: Congress MLA Nizamuddin Bhat on Thursday dismissed remarks by certain TMC leaders seeking the removal of

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 10:40 am

Peru's Congress Elects Country's Eighth President in a Decade

Balcazar, an 83-year-old former judge representing the leftist Peru Libre party, defeated three other candidates with a

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 10:06 am

India being singled out: US Congressman slams Donald Trump over tariffs policy

A senior US lawmaker has criticized President Trump's decision to impose tariffs on India for buying Russian oil. Congre

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 9:30 am

Trump grasping for excuses to slap outrageous tariffs on India: US Congressman

Sherman, a senior member of the House Foreign Affairs and Financial Services Committees, said Trump claims tariffs on In

The Hindu Businessline 19 Feb 2026 9:29 am

Opinion: Opinion | Machismo vs Survival: Can Rahul-Stalin Really Afford to Break Away?

Congress breaking away will weaken the DMK alliance, but it would not necessarily strengthen the Congress, either.

NDTV 19 Feb 2026 9:07 am

Billionaire Les Wexner Says World Class Con Man Jeffrey Epstein Duped Him

The billionaire behind the retail empire that once blanketed shopping malls with names such as Victoria's Secret and Abe

NDTV 19 Feb 2026 8:38 am

RS poll: BJP, Congress start preparations

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 6:02 am

At Uchana Kalan, CM targets Congress, Chautalas

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 4:30 am

OPS not to be revived, can pose risk to financial stability: CM

Increase in age limit for JKCCE under examination *J&Ks debt at Rs 1.37 lakh cr, GDP expands to Rs 2.88 lakh cr Sanjeev

Daily Excelsior 19 Feb 2026 4:08 am

Rajasthan Speaker orders investigation into food item purchase at tribal hostels

Opposition Congress MLAs expressed dissatisfaction with Tribal Area Development Minister Babulal Kharadis reply to a que

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 1:46 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

Maharashtra govt scraps Muslim quota; Congress calls it 'vengeful'

Maharashtra's Congress party has labelled the state government's decision to cancel a 2014 order granting reservation to

The Economic Times 19 Feb 2026 12:52 am

DMK alliance remains intact: VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan

The Congress will remain in the alliance and there need be no doubt over this, says VCK leader

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 12:47 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

AICC Calling Entire Telangana Cabinet To Delhi Humiliating: Harish

In the letter, released to the media, Harish Rao said the Congress leadership must explain the collapse of governance an

Deccan Chronicle 19 Feb 2026 12:28 am

Two Bihar Congress netas expelled for anti-party activities

The Times of India 19 Feb 2026 12:25 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

KTR, Harish Demand Balka Sumans Release

Rama Rao said the police was acting like a private army of the Congress government

Deccan Chronicle 18 Feb 2026 11:34 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

BJP's Budget A Son, Congress' Budget A Daughter: Rajasthan MLA's Sexist Remark Sparks Row

Bahadur Singh Koli compared BJP budgets to the birth of a boy and Congress budgets to a girl, sparking outrage.

News18 18 Feb 2026 11:19 pm

Congress Targets Centre Over Adani, Renews Demand for JPC Probe

Ramesh alleged that the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has made little progress in probing 22 of the 24 m

Deccan Chronicle 18 Feb 2026 10:57 pm

Billionaire Les Wexner says he was 'duped' by adviser Jeffrey Epstein, 'a world-class con man'

Retail magnate Les Wexner tells Congress he was deceived by financier Jeffrey Epstein. Wexner denies any involvement in

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 10:56 pm

AICC Meet To Boost Cong. Rule in State, CM To Attend

Congress leadership to review Telangana govt, organisation and 2029 poll plans

Deccan Chronicle 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

Women Dont Want To Marry Farmers: Karnataka Congress MLA Seeks Incentives For Rural Brides

A Congress MLA in Karnataka urged government incentives for women marrying farmers, citing rural bride shortages and agr

News18 18 Feb 2026 10:13 pm

Congress slams tax on disability pension, seeks rollback of policy

The party terms the tax an insult to soldiers sacrifice and warns of its impact on morale

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 10:10 pm

Culture Ministry funded event platformed incendiary hate speech: Congress

The Congress claimed that the Sanatan Sanstha was under investigation by the Karnataka government in connection with the

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 9:31 pm

Amit Shah hails Matua communitys social work, envisions Vikshit Bharat 2047 at Mayapur ISKCON event

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Mayapur, West Bengal. He praised the Matua community's social welfare work. Shah e

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 9:02 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

BRS leader Balka Suman arrested for attacking Congress ministers convoy

Hyderabad: Former MLA and Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader Balka Suman was arrested on Wednesday, February 18, for al

The Siasat Daily 18 Feb 2026 8:31 pm

Puducherry Congress reiterates stand to lead alliance in the Union Territory

The partys Puducherry leadership, during their recent interactions with AICC general secretary (organisation) K. C. Venu

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 8:28 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

'Rude Staff, No Coaches To Transport People': Congress MP Calls To Renationalise Air India

Manish Tewari criticised Air India for poor service and flight delays, urging renationalisation.

News18 18 Feb 2026 7:16 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

I'm not a Rahulian as he's far too distant from me in life: Mani Shankar Aiyar

Mr. Aiyar's remarks come amid strained ties with the Congress

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 6:13 pm

Congress needs Shashi Tharoor till Kerala polls, favour may not last after: CPM's John Brittas

CPI(M) MP John Brittas suggests the Congress leadership's ceasefire with Shashi Tharoor is temporary, driven by the upco

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 5:58 pm

Bhupen Borahs resignation exposes rift in Assam Congress,Priyanka to step in

Bhupen Borah, a two-time legislator who headed the State unit from 2021 to 2025, announced his resignation citing self-r

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 5:54 pm

Evening news wrap: Galgotias University under fire over Chinese robodog at AI Summit; Gogoi calls CM Himanta 'Assam's Jinnah' & more

Galgotias University was asked to vacate its stall at the AI Impact Summit after its showcased robot dog was identified

The Times of India 18 Feb 2026 5:45 pm

Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal apologises to followers of Chhatrapati Shivaji

The Congress leader, facing criticism in the run-up to Shivaji Jayanti, says his remarks had been misrepresented

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 5:26 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

After Chinese RoboDog Row, Galgotias Universitys Soccer Drone Faces Korean Origin Claim

Galgotias University faces fresh controversy at the India AI Impact Summit as Youth Congress alleges its drone soccer sy

Web Dunia 18 Feb 2026 4:56 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

Maharashtra Govt Cancels 5 % Muslim Quota in Jobs, Education

The previous Congress-NCP government had issued an ordinance to grant a 16 per cent quota to Marathas and five per cent

Deccan Chronicle 18 Feb 2026 4:04 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

Maharashtra govt scraps 5 per cent Muslim quota in jobs and education

A GR to this effect was issued on Tuesday, following the lapse of the previous ordinance granting the quota, which also

Mid Day 18 Feb 2026 2:46 pm

AI Summit Controversy Intensifies as Galgotias Professor Says No Official Order to Vacate Stall Over 'Chinese Robo Dog'

The controversy over a Chinese-made robotic dog at the India AI Summit intensifies as Galgotias Professor Neha Singh say

Web Dunia 18 Feb 2026 2:34 pm

Gaurav Gogoi humiliated me over alliance talks: Former Congress leader Bhupen Borah over resignation

Bhupen Kumar Borah has resigned from the Congress party after 32 years. He cited humiliation and a lack of response from

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 2:25 pm

Cracks in INDIA bloc? Sena (UBT) backs Mamata or Stalin to lead oppn; cites inner voices

Shiv Sena (UBT) urges the INDIA bloc to strategize collectively before state elections, highlighting internal confusion

The Times of India 18 Feb 2026 2:12 pm

'Rumours Have Now Come True': Gaurav Gogoi Alleges Bhupen Borah Leaked Congress's Internal Info

Gaurav Gogoi has slammed Bhupen Borah, alleging internal leaks and questioning his swift decision to align with Himanta

News18 18 Feb 2026 1:19 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

No gain in bargaining: On the Congress-DMK alliance | The Hindu Editorial

The Congress, not the DMK, stands to lose more if it frays the alliance

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 11:58 am

'Disorganised PR spectacle': Rahul Gandhi over Galgotias University's Chinese robotic dog controversy at AI impact summit

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has called the AI Summit a disorganized PR spectacle. He alleged that Chinese products were

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 11:52 am

Chinese products showcased at AI summit; irreparable damage caused to image of country: Rahul

New Delhi, Feb 18: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday dubbed the AI Summit a disorganised PR spectacle and allege

Daily Excelsior 18 Feb 2026 11:46 am

Waymo defends use of remote assistance workers in US robotaxi operations

Alphabet self-driving unit Waymo on Tuesday defended its use of remote assistance personnel in the face of questions fro

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 11:39 am

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma meets Bhupen Borah day after his resignation from Congress

Borah had resigned from the Congress on Monday, but the party's top leadership did not accept his resignation, making at

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 11:38 am

TN Assembly condoles Ajit Pawars demise

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu Assembly on Wednesday, February 18, condoled the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit

The Siasat Daily 18 Feb 2026 11:37 am

Indo-US trade deal may hurt Punjab's farmers: Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa

Partap Singh Bajwa, leader of the Opposition in Punjab Assembly, has raised concerns. He stated that a proposed Indo-US

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 10:57 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

India AI Summit 2026 Day 3 LIVE: PM Modi highlights India's transformative potential, role in AI revolution

IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw apologises for AI summit troubles on the opening day; Congress chief Kharge slams mismanage

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 9:48 am

Congressmen clash with copsduring MNREGS march

The Times of India 18 Feb 2026 9:42 am

Peru Congress impeaches interim President after four months in office

Mr. Jeri took over from unpopular leader Dina Boluarte, who was also impeached amid protests against corruption and a wa

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 9:13 am

Congress MP Manish Tewari questions alleged 2020 China Nuclear Test amid COVID-19, Galwan tensions

During the height of the COVID-19 crisis in June 2020, Congress MP Manish Tewari spotlighted concerns surrounding China'

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 9:10 am

4 States, 4 Elections, 4 Potential Crises For Congress Hoping For Poll Wins

Four states - Assam, Bengal, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu - are scheduled to hold elections in April/May, handing the Congress

NDTV 18 Feb 2026 9:00 am

Who Is Rakibul Hussain? Assam Congress MP At Centre Of Storm After Bhupen Borahs Exit

Rakibul Hussain previously served as an MLA from Samaguri in Nagaon district for 23 years, from 2001 to 2024.

News18 18 Feb 2026 8:55 am

Defamation case: Satyaki Savarkar moves Pune court seeking Rahul Gandhi's voice samples

Satyaki Savarkar, the grandnephew of V D Savarkar, has taken legal action in Pune, targeting Congress chief Rahul Gandhi

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 8:40 am

Nothing is secret: DK Shivakumar says decision on CM already taken amid Karnataka leadership buzz

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated that a decision regarding a change in leadership has been made, wit

The Times of India 18 Feb 2026 8:35 am

Who Is Congress' Rakibul Hussain, Reason Behind Bhupen Borah's Resignation

Bhupen Borah alleged that Rakibul Hussain holds the reins of Congress in Assam.

NDTV 18 Feb 2026 8:35 am

Congressional Democrats Introduce Transgender Bill of Rights

A resolution sponsored by almost half of House Democrats calls for the federal government to implement a Transgender Bil

thenewamerican 18 Feb 2026 6:24 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

GOP congressman who says he supports dogs over Muslims faces calls to resign

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-New York) said Tuesday that Rep. Randy Fine (R-Florida) is an Islamophobic, dis

The Washington Post 18 Feb 2026 3:39 am

KPCC Chief Doubts Lapses In Electoral Rolls, Demands Corrective Measures From Elections Commission

In a complaint to the Chief Election Commissioner, Karnataka State Election Commission, Bengaluru, Shivakumar, also the

Deccan Chronicle 18 Feb 2026 2:40 am

Cong Remains In DMK-Led Front, To Start Talks Soon

Since several Congress leaders came out in support of the demand for power share vociferously, while the high command ma

Deccan Chronicle 18 Feb 2026 1:38 am

Punjab Congress Seeks to Bury Factionalism With Unity Outreach For 2027

The Punjab Congress appears to be moving towards a phase of greater cohesion and coordination under the organisational o

NDTV 18 Feb 2026 1:15 am

'Support Of 58 MLAs, Sonia Gandhi Asked Me To Fix Oath Date': CM Himanta Recalls Congress Days

Sharing what he called his days of distress, Assam CM Himanta Sarma said the scenario changed after Rahul Gandhi made ph

News18 18 Feb 2026 12:51 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

No gain in bargaining: On the Congress-DMK alliance

The Congress, not the DMK, stands to lose more if it frays the alliance

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 12:19 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

Gujarat voter list revised: 68.12 lakh names deleted, total electorate at 4.40 crore

Gujarat's final voter list shows 4.40 crore eligible voters. Over 68 lakh names were removed during a special revision.

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 11:59 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

Congress Eyes Power Share In Tamil Nadu, Makes Stance Clear To DMK

The Congress has hardened its stance on power sharing with its Tamil Nadu ally, the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, si

NDTV 17 Feb 2026 11:09 pm

Kharge, Rahul, to meet Congress leaders from five States and J&K on February 20 to plan strategy against India-U.S. trade deal

They will discuss the fallout of the trade deal on farmers.

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 10:58 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

KIIFB misusing public funds for short-term political purposes: Chennithala

Senior Congress leader says the assertion of its CEO that advertising expenditure significantly influences KIIFBs financ

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 10:40 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

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

Opposition party reiterates resignation for the Ministers resignation.

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 9:52 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

State govt. delaying recruitment due to funds crunch, says Shashil Namoshi

He says Congress claims of achievement ring hollow in the face of 2.84 lakh vacant posts across 43 departments in the St

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 9:22 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

Karnataka Dy CM Shivakumar seeks audit of voter name deletion in Greater Bengaluru Area

Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar has formally complained about large-scale voter deletions in Greater Bangalore Ar

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 9:03 pm

Congress MLA Atif Aqueel Seeks National Animal Status for Cow in Madhya Pradesh Assembly

Congress MLA moves private resolution in Madhya Pradesh Assembly

Deccan Chronicle 17 Feb 2026 9:02 pm

Congress grappling with internal frictions in Thiruvambady Assembly segment

The constituency is part of the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat represented by Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. While the DCC froze the app

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 8:39 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 wins with dissent, loses when it crushes it': Mani Shankar Aiyar's latest warning to leadership

Veteran leader Mani Shankar Aiyar asserts Congress historically thrives on internal dissent, warning suppression leads t

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 8:30 pm

India-US deal: Pulses off the factsheet but on the table

Chouhan criticises the Congress for resisting US trade deal and opposing import of pulses, cotton and apples, which are

The Hindu Businessline 17 Feb 2026 8:25 pm

Stones pelted at Telangana Minister Viveks convoy, constable injured

Hyderabad: Stones were allegedly pelted at the convoy of Congress leader and Telangana Labour Minister G Vivek Venkatasw

The Siasat Daily 17 Feb 2026 8:23 pm

Congress-DMK are together in fight against fascist forces, final decision on alliance by high command: K.C. Venugopal

Venugopal urged the Congress leaders in Tamil Nadu not to make any comments on the issues surrounding the alliance

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 8:22 pm

Rahul Gandhi vetoed Sonia offer to make me CM in 2014: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Then Congress president had asked him to decide on a date for his swearing-in after 58 party MLAs supported him two year

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 7:13 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

Government is not bearing expenses of foreign trip taken by Congress legislators, says Yathindra

The Congress MLC says there is no reason to object to the trip since the legislators are paying for it themselves, addin

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 6:56 pm

Karnataka Minister Mahadevappas dog remark sparks row; loyal Congress leaders are not street dogs, says D.K. Suresh

A staunch Congressman is like a dog that remembers the debt of its owner and pays it back: D.K. Suresh

The Hindu 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

Sonia Gandhi asked me to decide date of my swearing-in as Assam CM in 2014; was hurt after Rahul Gandhi made calls: Himanta

Guwahati, Feb 17 (PTI) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday claimed that then Congress President Sonia Ga

The Sen Times 17 Feb 2026 6:30 pm

TMC and Congress Swap Leaders in Murshidabad Battleground

I failed to developmental projects in our area, so joined Trinamul congress for our areas total development.

Deccan Chronicle 17 Feb 2026 6:18 pm

Ex Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah to contest, not for INC

Bhupen Kumar Borah, a senior Assam Congress leader, has resigned from his post. He has indicated he will contest the upc

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 6:10 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

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

Congress Loyal Workers Not Street Dogs: DK Suresh On Karnataka Ministers Remark

Mahadevappa sparked row by allegedly likening Congress colleagues to street dogs amid Karnataka leadership speculation,

News18 17 Feb 2026 4:07 pm

Telangana CMs brother faces Congress workers ire over chairperson post

Hyderabad: A convoy of Tirupati Reddy, brother of Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, was allegedly attacked with st

The Siasat Daily 17 Feb 2026 4:07 pm

Seven more Chairperson posts take Congress tally to 93, indirect elections to 3 Telangana Municipalities postponed

Model Code of Conduct is lifted, Telangana State Election Commission announced on February 17, 2026 afternoon

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 3:48 pm

Opinion: Opinion | 'Team Rahul' And 'Team Priyanka': Inside Congress' Plans For Kerala And Assam

They don't function at cross purposes or differ on key ideological issues. However, in practice, they are often seen fol

NDTV 17 Feb 2026 3:41 pm

No anti-incumbency, LDF will return to power for third term in Kerala: Minister Sivankutty

The Minister claimed that even agencies engaged by the Congress had reportedly found no anti-government mood among the p

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 3:38 pm

What Rajasthan Congress Chief Govind Dotasra Did When He Met His Look-Alike 'Dharam Bhai'

A casual wedding-day video turned into a viral moment and brought Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra face to face w

NDTV 17 Feb 2026 3:20 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

Telangana Municipal Chairperson, Mayor elections completed in 8 civic bodies

Hyderabad: Elections to the posts of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Mayor, and Deputy Mayor were completed in eight muni

The Siasat Daily 17 Feb 2026 3:02 pm

Karnataka High Court quashes defamation proceedings against Rahul Gandhi

The Karnataka High Court has set aside criminal defamation proceedings initiated against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, h

indialegallive 17 Feb 2026 3:02 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

Indore water contamination: Cong MLAs protest with bottles of contaminated water in MP Assembly complex

Congress leader said that despite several deaths, the government has avoided a discussion on this issue in the Assembly,

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 2:04 pm