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US-Iran war: Negotiators in Islamabad, divide in Tehran; Analysts flag fractured top brass

US-Iran war news: A US think tank reports internal power struggles within Iran's leadership. IRGC Commander Ahmad Vahidi

The Economic Times 25 Apr 2026 8:11 am

People of J&K to be punished as they voted for NC: CM Omars dig at LoP

In an intensified verbal-duel between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the National Conference (NC), the Chief Minis

Greater Kashmir 25 Apr 2026 8:05 am

Political Turmoil as AAP MPs Resign, BJP Welcomes New Members

New Delhi, April 25: The political landscape has shifted dramatically following the resignation of several Members of Pa

Morningstar 25 Apr 2026 4:00 am

Raghav Chadhas Shift to BJP Sparks Political Commentary from Anand Dubey

Mumbai, April 25: Political tensions are rising following the departure of several Members of Parliament, including Rajy

Morningstar 25 Apr 2026 2:41 am

BJP MP Ghulam Ali Khatana Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Disruptive Politics in Lok Sabha

New Delhi, April 25: BJP MP Ghulam Ali Khatana launched a sharp attack on Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in

Morningstar 25 Apr 2026 2:00 am

Government to bring new seed, pesticide laws next Parliament session, says Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan

New laws for seeds and pesticides are nearing completion. These laws aim to curb fake farm inputs with stricter penaltie

The Economic Times 25 Apr 2026 12:07 am

BJPs Virendra Sachdeva Criticizes AAPs Arvind Kejriwal Amid Resignations

New Delhi, April 24: Following the resignation of seven Members of Parliament from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and their a

Morningstar 24 Apr 2026 10:21 pm

Fastest growing startup to implosion: Future tense for AAP as Raghav Chadha leads Rajya Sabha exodus

Aam Aadmi Party faces a significant internal crisis as Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha leads a mass exodus of seven MPs to

The Times of India 24 Apr 2026 10:10 pm

Nepals New Government Faces Growing Discontent Amid Economic Burdens and Student Politics Ban

Kathmandu, April 24: Recent developments in Nepals political landscape have sparked both excitement and uncertainty foll

Morningstar 24 Apr 2026 10:05 pm

Industry flags concerns on draft Pesticides Management Bill

This comes even as Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said in Lucknow on Friday that the Union government

The Hindu 24 Apr 2026 9:42 pm

CropLife demands 5-year data protection in pesticides bill

The Bill could be introduced in the next session of Parliament, says Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan

The Hindu Businessline 24 Apr 2026 9:40 pm

Raghav Chadha's exit: After Delhi, AAP stares at a big assembly test in Punjab, Goa and Gujarat

Seven MPs, including prominent figures, have quit the Aam Aadmi Party, significantly weakening its parliamentary presenc

The Economic Times 24 Apr 2026 9:02 pm

'Ghayal' turns 'ghatak': How Raghav Chadha's exit delivers 5 big blows to AAP

Raghav Chadha's defection from AAP to BJP, along with six other Rajya Sabha members, significantly weakens the party's p

The Times of India 24 Apr 2026 8:31 pm

CGHS Wellness Centre in Udaipur Gets Staff Approval

Udaipur, April 24 (Udaipur Kiran): A major step has been taken towards setting up a CGHS Wellness Centre in Udaipur, as

Udaipur Kiran 24 Apr 2026 8:26 pm

'Armed forces should be kept away from politics': Ex-army chief MM Naravane

Former Army Chief General M.M. Naravane emphasized keeping armed forces away from political narratives, while acknowledg

The Times of India 24 Apr 2026 6:40 pm

From Balance Sheets to Ballot Boxes: Raghav Chadha's CA-To-Parliament Story

With his recent announcement to join the BJP, along with a big chunk of the AAP's MPs in the Rajya Sabha, Chadha has mad

NDTV 24 Apr 2026 6:02 pm

After years of rift with AAP, Swati Maliwal joins BJP

Swati Maliwal, once a close Arvind Kejriwal aide, now leads a significant AAP exodus to the BJP. Citing ideological drif

The Times of India 24 Apr 2026 4:30 pm

AAP Punjab alleges backstabbing as Raghav Chadha joins BJP

The Aam Aadmi Party in Punjab has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of trying to break its party. AAP claims the BJP is

The Economic Times 24 Apr 2026 4:27 pm

How many MPs does AAP have in Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha

Raghav Chadha announced a major split in the Aam Aadmi Party's Rajya Sabha MPs. A significant number of AAP MPs are set

The Economic Times 24 Apr 2026 3:56 pm

Raghav Chadha claims two-thirds of AAP RS MPs to merge with BJP

In a major political development, Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha on Friday, April 24, announced that a significant section

The Siasat Daily 24 Apr 2026 3:51 pm

Latest: Standoff intensifies in Strait of Hormuz after Trump issues shoot and kill' order

Dubai, Apr 24: Tensions in the standoff between the US and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz intensified Friday after US Pr

Greater Kashmir 24 Apr 2026 2:51 pm

Seed, pesticide laws nearly ready; likely to be tabled in next Parliament session: Chouhan

The conference was attended by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, state Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Sha

The Hindu Businessline 24 Apr 2026 12:39 pm

US-Iran war: Tehran's central bank confirms Strait of Hormuz toll revenue deposited in cash

Iran's central bank has confirmed receiving transit fees for ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The revenue was deposited in

The Economic Times 24 Apr 2026 7:39 am

Nepal President halts Parliament session

Kathmandu, April 23: Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel on Thursday suspended the session of both houses of the Federal P

The Shillong Times 24 Apr 2026 4:46 am

Cong, opposition obstructing womens reservation in parliament: Minister

J&K Govt visible only in elite functions: LoP Suhail Bhat Srinagar Apr 23 Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Ra

Daily Excelsior 24 Apr 2026 4:29 am

Womens Reservation & Delimitation Must Come with New Delimitation Concessions & New Category of States

By Kitdor H. Blah Article 81 & Clause 2 of the Indian Constitution remains to this day the only law that defines the man

The Shillong Times 24 Apr 2026 3:44 am

AI transforming many sectors, human resource needs to be a step ahead: LG Manoj Sinha

Jammu, Apr 23:The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday inaugurated the New School Building of Swami Pranavanand V

Greater Kashmir 23 Apr 2026 11:47 pm

Nepal President Paudel suspends Parliament session of both houses without convening

Nepal's President Ramchandra Paudel has suspended the Federal Parliament session. This decision came without the houses

The Economic Times 23 Apr 2026 8:19 pm

Turkey wants to ban social media for kids under 15

The Turkish parliament has voted through a bill that would ban all children under the age of 15 from using social media.

Engadget 23 Apr 2026 8:00 pm

MP Aga Ruhullah denies reports of forming new political party

Srinagar: Member of Parliament Aga Ruhullah Mehdi on Thursday denied reports that he is forming a new political party, s

Kashmir Reader 23 Apr 2026 6:37 pm

J-K LG calls upon teachers, students to position India as worlds leading knowledge economy

Jammu, Apr 23: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the New School Building of Swami Pranavanand Vidyam

Greater Kashmir 23 Apr 2026 5:01 pm

Iran weighs Hormuz security plan as security body, parliament review options

TEHRAN, Apr 23: Irans parliament and the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) are jointly reviewing proposals to ass

Daily Excelsior 23 Apr 2026 4:08 pm

BJP workers protest in Banihal over leaders arrest, burn effigies of CM Omar Abdullah, MLA Sajjad Shaheen

Banihal, April 23: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers staged a protest demonstration on Thursday at the Municipal Park

Greater Kashmir 23 Apr 2026 3:42 pm

Turkish Parliament passes bill to restrict social media access for under-15s

State-run media says Turkish lawmakers have passed a bill that includes restricting access to social media platforms for

The Hindu 23 Apr 2026 2:35 pm

Iran rejects Hormuz reopening as blockade strains ceasefire

Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Thursday, April 23, that a complete ceasefire could only exi

The Siasat Daily 23 Apr 2026 1:17 pm

Turkey Votes To Ban Social Media For Under-15s

The Turkish parliament voted on Wednesday to prevent children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms,

NDTV 23 Apr 2026 5:19 am

Glowing tribute paid to Pahalgam carnage victims

Rallies, demonstrations held to condemn terror act Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 22: Glowing tribute were paid to l

Daily Excelsior 23 Apr 2026 4:29 am

Woman Confronts BJP Minister For Causing Traffic Jam

The BJP on Tuesday had organised a protest in support of womens reservation in Parliament in Mumbais posh Worli area. Th

Deccan Chronicle 23 Apr 2026 2:42 am

Govt claims women winning unreserved panchayat seats in significant numbers

Parliament data show 10 States/union territories where quota percentage is exceeded, but limited to an excess of up to 5

The Hindu 22 Apr 2026 11:54 pm

Congress Leader Files Petition in Supreme Court Against PMs Address on Doordarshan

New Delhi, April 22: Congress leader T.N. Prathapan has filed a petition in the Supreme Court regarding Prime Ministers

Morningstar 22 Apr 2026 11:36 pm

Iran says Hormuz reopening 'not possible' amid US naval blockade

Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, stated on Wednesday that the Islamic Republic will not reopen the S

The Economic Times 22 Apr 2026 11:10 pm

U.K. PM insists he won't resign over scandal of U.S. envoy's appointment

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's remarks in Parliament came as the beleaguered premier faced fresh calls to step do

The Hindu 22 Apr 2026 10:34 pm

Controversial Remarks by Pappu Yadav Spark Outrage from NDA and Opposition, Calls for Termination of Membership

New Delhi, April 22: Pappu Yadav, the Member of Parliament from Purnia, is facing widespread backlash for allegedly maki

Morningstar 22 Apr 2026 9:11 pm

Watch: Delimitation and federalism: Does India need a new fiscal formula? | Business Matters

The recent defeat of a bill that aimed to expand Parliament while allowing 33% reservation for women brings to the fore

The Hindu 22 Apr 2026 8:26 pm

Hardeep Puris daughter got USD 200 mn from Soros, who BJP calls Indias enemy

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has spent years casting George Soros as a foreign menace, calling him an enemy of India

The Siasat Daily 22 Apr 2026 7:23 pm

Bihar Foundation Hosts the Inaugural Bihar Diwas and Investment Forum 2026 in Jakarta; Launches Bihar Samaj Indonesia (BSI), its Indonesia Chapter

A diaspora-led initiative, BSI aims to celebrate and strengthen cultural roots, community engagement, and structured col

News Voir 22 Apr 2026 5:38 pm

Alicia Gardiner cleared of assault charges

Australian actress Alicia Gardiner, known for 'Offspring', has been cleared of assault charges stemming from a protest a

The Times of India 22 Apr 2026 4:32 pm

Justice Yashwant Varma row: The future of inquiry amid his resignation

Justice Yashwant Varmas resignation raises questions over the fate of the statutory inquiry against him. The Constitutio

The Hindu 22 Apr 2026 3:08 pm

Former TMC MP Nusrat Jahan Appears for ED Inquiry in Kolkata

Kolkata, April 22: Nusrat Jahan, the former Member of Parliament from the Basirhat constituency in West Bengal and a wel

Morningstar 22 Apr 2026 1:15 pm

US President Donald Trump refuses to ease Iran blockade as ceasefire nears end

With hours to go before a fragile ceasefire expires on April 22, US President Donald Trump has hardened his stance, insi

Greater Kashmir 22 Apr 2026 6:35 am

West Asia on edge after Trump hints at Iran bombardment

Tehran has reportedly refused latest US talks, though mediators claim otherwise. US Vice President JD Vance's trip to Is

The Economic Times 22 Apr 2026 5:30 am

Upendra Kushwaha Announces Statewide Dhikkar March in Bihar on April 22

Patna, April 22: Upendra Kushwaha, the leader of the Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) and a Member of Parliament, has declared

Morningstar 22 Apr 2026 1:34 am

Is Democracy Weakening in Bangladesh? Debate Over Ban on Awami League Intensifies

Dhaka, April 21: The recent Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Bill passed in Bangladeshs parliament has not only imposed a ban

Morningstar 21 Apr 2026 11:24 pm

Nehru family is like the corrupt Dhananand dynasty: BJP MP

Hyderabad: BJP MP Sambit Patra on Tuesday, April 21, alleged that the Congress and Nehru family are like the corrupt Dha

The Siasat Daily 21 Apr 2026 10:05 pm

Israel will face resistance if troops stay in Lebanon, Speaker Berri says

Lebanon's Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri warned of daily resistance if Israeli forces do not withdraw from a 5-10 km buf

The Economic Times 21 Apr 2026 9:41 pm

Bihar Womens Commission Issues Notice to Pappu Yadav for Offensive Remarks

Patna, April 21: The Bihar State Womens Commission has issued a notice to Rajesh Ranjan, popularly known as Pappu Yadav,

Morningstar 21 Apr 2026 8:49 pm

Assam BJP gears up for stir over Congress alleged anti-women stance

GUWAHATI, April 21: The Assam BJP is gearing for a statewide agitation on Thursday against Congress alleged anti-women s

The Shillong Times 21 Apr 2026 8:25 pm

US, Iran signal return to Pakistan for ceasefire talks, officials say

Islamabad is set to host crucial ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran. Top negotiators, US Vice President

The Economic Times 21 Apr 2026 5:18 pm

Women`s quota bill a cover for delimitation exercise, alleges Rohit Pawar

Addressing a press conference, Pawar said that the womens reservation proposal was being linked to a broader plan to red

Mid Day 21 Apr 2026 4:49 pm

Doubt surrounds Iran-US talks as ceasefire is set to expire

Islamabad, Apr 21: The prospect of a second round of talks was uncertain Tuesday after Iran's chief negotiator said Iran

Greater Kashmir 21 Apr 2026 4:27 pm

Farmers Wheat Procurement to Be Ensured Under Transparent System: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Bhopal, April 21: Central Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reviewed the wheat procurement

Morningstar 21 Apr 2026 2:29 pm

Indonesian Parliament passes domestic workers bill

The Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) approved the Bill on the Protection of Domestic Workers (PPRT Bill) to be

Antara News 21 Apr 2026 1:41 pm

Congress slams PM Modi on women's quota, recalls Rahul's 2018 letter

The Opposition party had also demanded that the Centre immediately implement the women's quota on the existing Lok Sabha

The Hindu 21 Apr 2026 12:59 pm

US Shares Sensitive Intel on North Korea, South Korean Minister Spills It in Parliament

Chung Dong-young told South Korea's parliament last month that North Korea was suspected of operating a uranium enrichme

Deccan Chronicle 21 Apr 2026 12:45 pm

UP CM Yogi Adityanath to lead womens protest march over quota Bill defeat

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will lead a Jan Aakrosh Mahila Padyatra in Lucknow to protest the defeat of

Mid Day 21 Apr 2026 12:28 pm

Ex-Rajya Sabha member Dr Gopalrao Patil passes away

Latur mourns the passing of Dr Gopalrao Patil, a former Rajya Sabha member and respected paediatrician. He was 94. Dr Pa

The Economic Times 21 Apr 2026 11:30 am

Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha Prorogued; Draws Curtains On Budget Session Of Parliament

NEW DELHI, Apr 20: The Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha were on Monday prorogued by President Droupadi Murmu, two days afte

Daily Excelsior 21 Apr 2026 10:58 am

No talks with US under threat: Iran warns of 'new cards' if war resumes

Iran's powerful parliament speaker warned Monday that Tehran had ew cards if war resumes with the United States and Isra

The Economic Times 21 Apr 2026 7:29 am

BJP divided over Shillong LS by-election candidate

State unit distances itself from Heks ticket offer to former Chief Secretary DP Wahlang By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April

The Shillong Times 21 Apr 2026 3:18 am

Bulgaria ex-president wins parliamentary majority

The 45 percent of ballots his populist Progressive Bulgaria (PB) coalition scored in Sunday's polls -- according to 98 p

The Economic Times 21 Apr 2026 12:54 am

CM Omar Questions Centres Intent Over Statehood Restoration

SRINAGAR: Asserting that despite repeated assurances there is no clarity on restoring JKs statehood, Chief Minister Omar

KashmirLife 20 Apr 2026 10:29 pm

Opposition Blamed for Womens Reservation Bill Failure, Protests Planned in Jharkhand

Hazaribagh, April 20: Aditya Sahu, the President of the Jharkhand BJP and Rajya Sabha MP, has directly blamed the Congre

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 9:09 pm

Concerns Raised Over Labor Arrests in Noida by MP John Brittas

Noida, April 20: CPI(M) MP John Brittas has expressed serious concerns to Gautam Buddha Nagar Police Commissioner Lakshm

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 8:14 pm

MP- BJP Holds Rally To Protest Against Defeat Of Women Quota Bill In LS

Late former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi had done injustice to the Muslim women by ensuring passage of the triple talaq b

Deccan Chronicle 20 Apr 2026 8:06 pm

Congress Leader Harish Rawat Accuses BJP of Dramatizing Womens Reservation Bill

New Delhi, April 20: The Womens Reservation Amendment Bill has failed to pass due to opposition protests in Parliament.

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 7:09 pm

Oppositions Resistance to Womens Reservation Bill Will Backfire: Bhajan Lal Sharma

Jaipur, April 20: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has launched a strong attack on the opposition regarding th

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 4:14 pm

Opposition Accuses Conspiracy Behind Womens Reservation Bill Failure: Neeraj Kumar

Patna, April 20: JD(U) spokesperson Neeraj Kumar has criticized the India Bloc, claiming they oppose reservation for wom

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 3:29 pm

British Prime Minister Starmer faces angry lawmakers over Mandelsons appointment as ambassador

LONDON, Apr 20: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will try on Monday to get a grip on a crisis that has left power sli

Daily Excelsior 20 Apr 2026 3:22 pm

Tragic Bus Accident in Udhampur Claims 21 Lives, 61 Injured

Jammu, April 20: The death toll from the tragic bus accident in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, has risen to 21. This was c

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 3:04 pm

Supriya Sule Raises Concerns Over Womens Safety in Maharashtra, Writes to CM Fadnavis

Mumbai, April 20: Supriya Sule, the acting president of the Nationalist Congress Party and a Member of Parliament, has e

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 2:59 pm

Opposition Accused of Conspiring Against Womens Reservation Bill: Shobha Karandlaje

Bengaluru, April 20: The NDA has accused the opposition of conspiring against the Womens Reservation Amendment Bill afte

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 2:44 pm

Nitish Kumar to monitor Bihar development despite stepping down as CM

Nitish Kumar will continue to oversee development work in Bihar. He will spend most of his time in the state, touring it

The Economic Times 20 Apr 2026 2:35 pm

Keshav Prasad Maurya Criticizes Opposition Parties Over Womens Reservation Bill

Lucknow, April 20: Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has targeted the Congress, Samajwadi Party,

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 2:24 pm

I am in debt, struggling but free: 24-year-old woman fled home to Calicut dreams of finding her mom and working at Swiss Parliament someday

A 24-year-old woman from Calicut found freedom after escaping years of abuse and fear. She now lives independently, faci

The Economic Times 20 Apr 2026 1:02 pm

Parliamentary Panels to Visit Jammu Kashmir for Ground Review of Security, Development

SRINAGAR: Several Parliamentary Standing Committees (PSCs), including the panel on Home Affairs, are scheduled to visit

KashmirLife 20 Apr 2026 10:00 am

'Vibes All the Way Down': Iran's Jibe At Safe-Haven Tag For US Bonds

Treasuries are priced mostly on market psychology, not something as tangible as barrels of oil, said Iran's Parliament S

NDTV 20 Apr 2026 9:50 am

On delimitation and Parliament seats | Explained

What is delimitation, and how does it work in India? What changes were proposed in the 131st Constitutional Amendment Bi

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 9:16 am

US Navy seizes Iranian-flagged ship near Strait of Hormuz, Tehran vows swift response

Washington, Apr 20: The United States attacked and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship it said had tried to evade a nav

Greater Kashmir 20 Apr 2026 9:02 am

The Womens Reservation Act In India

The Womens Reservation Act, 2023, known as the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, which became effective from 16.4.2026, prov

indicanews 20 Apr 2026 7:15 am

Women's Reservation | No changes were proposed to Delimitation Commission Act: Centre

Central government Sunday reiterated that no changes were proposed to the Delimitation Commission Act in the Bills, intr

Greater Kashmir 20 Apr 2026 6:59 am

Various PSCs including Home Affairs set to visit J&K for development, security reviews

Panels to meet top brass of Govt, Admn, others *RS Secretariat reminds Members on guidelines Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 1

Daily Excelsior 20 Apr 2026 4:29 am

Health Minister visits MP Er. Rashids ailing father

Directs hospital to provide best medical care Srinagar: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Ed

Kashmir Reader 20 Apr 2026 1:50 am

TMC betrayed women, will be punished in Bengal polls: Modi

Bankura (WB): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused the Trinamool Congress of betraying women by preventing the

The Navhind Times 20 Apr 2026 1:09 am

Baby Rani Maurya Questions Oppositions Stance on Womens Rights in Parliament

Lucknow, April 20: The rejection of the Nari Shakti Vandan Amendment Bill has sparked widespread protests across Uttar P

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 12:50 am

Ravi Kishan Criticizes Opposition Over Womens Reservation Bill Failure

Ballia, April 20: Bhojpuri actor and BJP MP Ravi Kishan has directed criticism at the opposition following the failure o

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 12:40 am

I.N.D.I.A. Bloc Never Opposed Womens Quota: Bhongir MP

The MP alleged that special parliamentary sessions were convened solely to gain political mileage in the elections in Ta

Deccan Chronicle 20 Apr 2026 12:37 am

The delimitation debate reflects our inability to eschew the politics of handouts, caste and ethnicity

India faces a critical juncture as a proposed constitutional amendment fails. This highlights a growing divide between e

The Economic Times 19 Apr 2026 11:30 pm

Bengals Decision for a Double Engine Government: Ghulam Ali Khatana

New Delhi, April 19: Ghulam Ali Khatana, a Member of Parliament from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has asserted that

Morningstar 19 Apr 2026 11:20 pm

More, the merrier: Women in policymaking drive better social outcomes, economic gains, NCAER study shows

The ongoing parliamentary session addressing the 33% Women's Reservation Act underscores its profound economic and socia

The Economic Times 19 Apr 2026 11:17 pm

TMC 'betrayed' women, will be punished in Bengal assembly polls: PM Modi

Bankura (WB), Apr 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused the Trinamool Congress of etraying women by prevent

Greater Kashmir 19 Apr 2026 10:53 pm

Trump says US negotiators will go to Pakistan on Monday for more talks with Iran

Washington, Apr 19: President Donald Trump said US negotiators will head to Pakistan on Monday for another round of talk

Greater Kashmir 19 Apr 2026 10:17 pm

Talent Recognition Ceremony 2026 Honors Young Achievers in New Delhi

New Delhi, April 19: The Speaker of the Delhi Assembly, Vijender Gupta, attended the Talent Recognition Ceremony 2026 he

Morningstar 19 Apr 2026 9:15 pm

FDI Limit In Pension Sector Likely To Be Hiked To 100 pc

Last year, Parliament approved a bill to increase the FDI limit in the insurance sector from 74 per cent to 100 per cent

Deccan Chronicle 19 Apr 2026 9:02 pm

Gujarat CM Patel Criticizes Opposition for Womens Rights Obstruction

Gandhinagar, April 19: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel stated on Sunday that any force opposing womens rights wil

Morningstar 19 Apr 2026 9:00 pm

Embattled UK PM Starmer To Face Grilling From MPs Over Mandelson Scandal

Embattled UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will face lawmakers in parliament on Monday as he tries to quell anger over an

NDTV 19 Apr 2026 8:13 pm

NDA Leaders Accuse Opposition of Blocking Womens Reservation Bill

New Delhi, April 19: The Womens Reservation Bill sparked enthusiasm among women across the country, promising increased

Morningstar 19 Apr 2026 8:00 pm

BJP Responds to Priyanka Gandhis Comments on Womens Reservation Bill

New Delhi, April 19: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) sharply criticized Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadr

Morningstar 19 Apr 2026 7:51 pm

Rajnath Singh Reiterates Commitment to 33% Womens Reservation in Tamil Nadu

New Delhi, April 19: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh reaffirmed the central governments commitment to providing 33% reser

Morningstar 19 Apr 2026 7:50 pm

Saints Criticize Opposition After Womens Reservation Bill Fails in Parliament

Ayodhya, April 19: Prominent saints and religious leaders in Ayodhya expressed strong reactions following the failure of

Morningstar 19 Apr 2026 7:20 pm

NDA Prioritizing Political Power Over Constitutional Values: Manoj Jha

Patna, April 19: Manoj Jha, a Member of Parliament from the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), has raised concerns regarding Pr

Morningstar 19 Apr 2026 6:40 pm

Constitution Amendment Bill moved in haste, without consultation: D.K. Shivakumar

He terms the defeat of the Bill in the Parliament as a humiliation to the BJP-led NDA government and a victory to the Co

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 6:18 pm

Ambumani Criticizes DMK Over Womens Reservation Bill in Tamil Nadu

Kuddalore, April 19: Ambumani Ramadas, the president of the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK), launched a fierce attack on the

Morningstar 19 Apr 2026 6:00 pm

Will Implement Womens Reservation, No Power Can Stop Us: Rajnath Singh

VASUDEVANALLUR (TAMIL NADU), Apr 19: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday slammed the Congress and DMK over the defe

Daily Excelsior 19 Apr 2026 5:29 pm

No one could ever call me anti-women: Tharoor shares details of conversation with Rijiju

The Congress MP also said women are by far the better half of the species 'Humans 2.0' and deserve representation in P

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 4:53 pm

Dinesh Trivedi Discussed as Next High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Amit Malviya Congratulates

New Delhi, April 19: Former Union Minister Dinesh Trivedi, who served as the Member of Parliament from Barrackpore, is b

Morningstar 19 Apr 2026 4:10 pm

Allies back Starmer as Mandelson, Epstein leave UK leader fighting for his job

LONDON, Apr 19: Senior Cabinet ministers on Sunday rallied around UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, whose leadership is te

Daily Excelsior 19 Apr 2026 4:04 pm

Womens Reservation: Cong, DMK Betrayed Women, BJP Will Ensure Justice, Says Amit Shah

ERODE (Tamil Nadu), Apr 19: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday lashed out at the Congress and DMK for voting agains

Daily Excelsior 19 Apr 2026 4:01 pm

Health Minister Visits SMHS, Reviews Condition of MP Er Rashids Ailing Father

SRINAGAR: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo on Sunday visited SMHS H

KashmirLife 19 Apr 2026 4:01 pm

Indonesia condemns Israel at IPU Forum over Gaza and Lebanon strikes

The House of Representatives Committee for Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation (BKSAP) expressed its stance on ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 2:39 pm

Trinamool betrayed women, will be punished in West Bengal elections, says Modi

We have seen how the TMC betrayed women in Parliament. The TMC conspired with the Congress to prevent the passage of the

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 2:09 pm

Govt may hike FDI limit in pension sector; Bill likely in Monsoon Session

The government is poised to significantly boost foreign direct investment in the pension sector, potentially raising the

The Economic Times 19 Apr 2026 1:49 pm

Bulgarians head to polls to elect parliament for eighth time in 5 years

Bulgarians are voting for the eighth time in five years. They hope to elect a stable parliament to end political deadloc

The Economic Times 19 Apr 2026 1:41 pm

'Hitting F-35 is not one-off event': Iranian Parliament Speaker claims forces neutralised 180 drones, targeted US stealth jet

Iran's Parliament Speaker claimed its forces neutralized 180 drones and targeted a US F-35 stealth fighter, signaling ad

The Economic Times 19 Apr 2026 1:32 pm

Modi accuses TMC, Congress of blocking womens reservation bill

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused Trinamool Congress and Congress of conspiring to block the Women's Reservation Bill

The Economic Times 19 Apr 2026 1:15 pm

Governments Intent to Undermine Participation of SC, ST, and OBC Women: Pappu Yadav

New Delhi, April 19: The failure to pass the Womens Reservation Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha has sparked sharp critic

Morningstar 19 Apr 2026 1:15 pm

MLA Parra appeals for compassion, seeks bail for MP Er Rashid as father battles for life

Srinagar, Apr 19: Peoples Democratic Party MLA Pulwama Waheed-ur-Rehman Parra on Sunday appealed to the government and j

Greater Kashmir 19 Apr 2026 12:44 pm

Health Minister Visits Ailing Father Of MP Er. Rashid At SMHS Hospital

SRINAGAR, Apr 19: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today visited SM

Daily Excelsior 19 Apr 2026 12:43 pm

TMC Betrayed Women, Will Be Punished In Assembly Polls: PM Modi

BANKURA (WB), Apr 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused the Trinamool Congress of betraying women by preven

Daily Excelsior 19 Apr 2026 12:30 pm

Sakina Itoo visits SMHS, reviews condition of MP Engineer Rashids ailing father

Srinagar, Apr 19: Health Minister Sakeena Itoo on Sunday visited SMHS Hospital to enquire about the health condition of

Greater Kashmir 19 Apr 2026 12:29 pm

West Bengal elections: TMC 'betrayed' women, will be punished in assembly polls, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Trinamool Congress of betraying women by blocking a bill for 33% reservation in

The Economic Times 19 Apr 2026 12:28 pm

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KashmirLife 16 Apr 2026 9:15 pm

K. Kavitha Warns Central Government Over Delimitation Issues in South India

Hyderabad, April 16: K. Kavitha, the president of Telangana Jagruti, issued a stern warning to the central government on

Morningstar 16 Apr 2026 8:51 pm

The South after delimitation: What the maths shows from Tamil Nadu to Andhra

Parliament buzzed with debate over India's representational future as the delimitation exercise and Women's Reservation

The Times of India 16 Apr 2026 8:43 pm

Watch: Delimitation bill sparks fears in Tamil Nadu: Whats at stake? | Focus Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu is facing a crucial political question that could reshape its voice in Parliament and impact South India as a

The Hindu 16 Apr 2026 8:18 pm

Telangana Minister Demands Action Against BJP MP for Controversial Remarks

Hyderabad, April 16: Telanganas Transport and Backward Classes Welfare Minister, Ponnam Prabhakar, has written to Lok Sa

Morningstar 16 Apr 2026 8:16 pm

Congress accuses Centre of using delimitation as political weapon, urges delinking of womens reservation law from delimitation

What they did through delimitation in Jammu and Kashmir and in Assam, they want to do in the whole country in the name o

The Hindu 16 Apr 2026 8:11 pm

Congress Leader Hussain Dalwai Advocates for Womens Reservation in Parliament

Mumbai, April 16: A special session of Parliament focusing on the Womens Reservation Bill commenced on Thursday. Congres

Morningstar 16 Apr 2026 8:06 pm

Amit Shah Addresses Misconceptions on Political Strength of Southern States Post-Delimitation

New Delhi, April 16: In a special session of Parliament, Union Home Minister Amit Shah responded to opposition allegatio

Morningstar 16 Apr 2026 7:46 pm

Delimitation: In data and numbers

A look into how 2011 Census-based delimitation could impact Indias political landscape, parliamentary representation and

The Hindu 16 Apr 2026 7:34 pm

Rahul Gandhi Pushed For Women's Quota By 2019: Priyanka Gandhi's Counter

The Opposition argues that while the Bill was passed unanimously in parliament in 2023 with support from all parties, th

NDTV 16 Apr 2026 7:22 pm

Will move SC against delimitation bill, if passed in Parliament: DMK

Chennai: The DMK on Thursday said that it will move the Supreme Court against the delimitation bill, if it is passed in

The Siasat Daily 16 Apr 2026 7:09 pm

Smriti Irani Responds to Akhilesh Yadavs Remarks on Women in Politics

New Delhi, April 16: Former Union Minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Smriti Irani has hit back at S

Morningstar 16 Apr 2026 7:00 pm

PM Modi Urges Against Political Maneuvering on Womens Bill and Delimitation

New Delhi, April 16: A significant legislative battle is unfolding in the Lok Sabha during the three-day special session

Morningstar 16 Apr 2026 6:51 pm

Amit Shah Dismisses Concerns Over Redistricting Impact on South India Representation

New Delhi, April 16: In a special session of Parliament, Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed concerns regarding pote

Morningstar 16 Apr 2026 6:40 pm