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Imposing vegetarianism: TMC's Derek O'Brien targets BJP over Bengal mid-day meal

Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien has accused the BJP of attempting to impose vegetarianism by allegedly removing eggs from West Bengal's mid-day meal menu, a move he claims would harm children's nutrition. Speculation arose after ISKCON was tasked with serving meals in Kolkata schools. However, ISKCON has denied finalizing any…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

West Bengal to review road names, Suvendu Adhikari rules out Mughal, Pathan references

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a committee to review road and area names in Kolkata, vowing to remove those honoring Mughals, Pathans, or 'oppressive' British rulers. This follows the renaming of Suhrawardy Avenue, sparking a debate over historical accuracy. Adhikari stated only names of 'genuine patriots' will be…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

MLC Polls: Nitin Nabin hints at tough action against BJP MLAs who voted for the Congress

BJP national president Nitin Nabin on Tuesday warned of strict action against Karnataka party MLAs who allegedly cross-voted for Congress in the June 18 Legislative Council elections, exposing internal rifts within the state unit.

The Economic Times · Jun 23

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'Operation Tiger is complete,' says Shinde as 6 Uddhav MPs join his Sena; calls them Dhurandhar

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde declared 'Operation Tiger' complete as six rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha members officially joined the ruling Shiv Sena. This move formalizes another split in Uddhav Thackeray's faction. Shinde hailed the defectors as 'stalwarts' and stated the Shiv Sena is now the second-largest party…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

Sena vs Sena: Six rebel MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's faction join ruling Shiv Sena in Eknath Shinde's presence

Maharashtra's political landscape is in flux as six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs defected to the Eknath Shinde faction, intensifying uncertainty for Uddhav Thackeray. Amidst this, Thackeray convened a party meeting to strategize for upcoming political developments and legislative matters. Meanwhile, Aaditya Thackeray sharply criticized the BJP government's handling of national…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

NEET re-exam: Karnataka Congress chief regrets hardship faced by students due to traffic disruption

Congress president B.K. Hariprasad expressed regret over students facing traffic issues reaching NEET exam centres due to a party rally, while strongly criticizing the BJP over repeated question paper leaks. He questioned the BJP's actions for students and highlighted the Prime Minister's and Education Minister's lack of accountability. Hariprasad asserted…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

'Politics above students' interests': BJP on Bengaluru aspirants missing NEET-UG due to Congress rally

The BJP has criticized the Congress, alleging that a party rally in Bengaluru caused traffic disruptions, preventing several NEET-UG aspirants from reaching their exam centers. BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi stated this demonstrates the Congress prioritizes politics over students' futures, contrasting it with Prime Minister Modi's efforts to ensure exam candidates…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

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West Bengal Budget 2026: Govt allocates Rs 36,000 crore for Annapurna Yojna; hikes DA by 20%

West Bengal's new BJP government unveiled its first budget, prioritizing welfare and employment. Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta announced a significant Rs 36,000 crore for the Annapurna Yojna, assuring continuity of existing social schemes. Key highlights include increased MLA funds, pensions for retired journalists, and a pledge to fill one lakh…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

'TMC almost destroyed Bengal through looting': Giriraj Singh backs PM Modi, claims 'second independence' under BJP

Union Minister Giriraj Singh echoed Prime Minister Modi's views on West Bengal's history, accusing Congress of appeasement politics post-Partition, which he claims prolonged the "wounds of 1946." Singh highlighted Syama Prasad Mukherjee's role in "saving Bengal" and alleged the TMC has "destroyed" the state through corruption. He suggested the BJP's…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

Maharashtra MLC polls: Rebel nominee defeats Sena in Nashik, BJP wins in Nanded, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

Rebel BJP candidate Gokul Gite secured a surprise victory in the Nashik legislative council polls, defeating the ruling Shiv Sena nominee. BJP candidates also triumphed in Nanded, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar-Jalna, and Dharashiv-Latur-Beed constituencies. While six Mahayuti alliance candidates won unopposed, Gite's win in Nashik has raised questions, with Shiv Sena expressing…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay turns 52; PM, leaders extend wishes

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay celebrated his 52nd birthday, marking a significant occasion since assuming office. Leaders across the political spectrum, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former Chief Ministers M.K. Stalin and Edappadi K. Palaniswami, extended their warm wishes. Vijay, founder of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, recently…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

Operation Tiger turns real: Two Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs confirm switch to Shinde-led Shiv Sena

Two Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs, Nagesh Patil Ashtikar and Omprakash Raje Nimbalkar, have defected to the Eknath Shinde-led faction, citing a lack of development funds and Uddhav Thackeray's absence during local polls. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declared 'Operation Tiger' successful, while Shinde vowed to complete his missions. Thackeray,…

The Economic Times · Jun 21

Hariprasad assumes charge as KPCC chief; accuses BJP-RSS of 'undermining' democracy, constitution

B.K. Hariprasad assumed charge as Karnataka Congress president at a grand convention, marking a new chapter for the party. He pledged to uphold democratic values and challenged the BJP and RSS for allegedly undermining the Constitution. Leaders emphasized unity and ideological commitment, aiming for victory in upcoming local polls and…

The Economic Times · Jun 21

JD(U) reposes trust in Nitish, calls Nishant its future

Bihar's JD(U) lauded Nitish Kumar for a smooth power transition, now seeing its future in his son, Nishant. The party ratified Kumar's re-election as national president and authorized him to manage party assets. Nishant, the 44-year-old Health Minister, is being hailed as the party's future for decades to come, signaling…

The Economic Times · Jun 21

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The Economic Times · Jun 21

'Modi destroying India, Trump the world; both call themselves good friends', claims Kharge

AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Modi and Donald Trump, accusing them of harming their respective domains. Kharge alleged financial irregularities in the Ram Temple trust's fund collection and demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation over the NEET exam controversy. He urged Congress workers to inform the public about…

The Economic Times · Jun 21

Some dissident MPs scared of public anger, in touch with Sena (UBT): Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut claims dissident MPs are in touch due to fear of public backlash, with talks ongoing with at least two. He criticizes Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Shiv Sena factions, asserting Uddhav Thackeray leads the true party. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Minister Girish Mahajan taunts…

The Economic Times · Jun 20

"Complete dominance over terrorism in Kashmir, North-East became peaceful under PM's tenure": Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, highlighting significant advancements in national security, defence self-reliance, and rural development. He emphasized the modernization of armed forces, curbing of terrorism in Kashmir, and peace in the North-East. Shah also pointed to achievements in space exploration, cooperative reforms, and…

The Economic Times · Jun 20

Bengal broke free of its shackles, return of state's glory has begun: Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared West Bengal has "broken free from its shackles" and is on a new development path, citing visible change and a "new freshness" post-elections. He highlighted accelerated border fencing and action against corruption. Modi also paid tribute to Syama Prasad Mookerjee's role during Partition and stressed…

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The Economic Times · Jun 20

Paschimbanga Divas revives debate over Bengal's birth, identity and historical memory

West Bengal's June 20, marking its partition-era birth, has become a potent political symbol. The BJP government's official observance of Paschimbanga Divas for the first time highlights a contest over historical memory and identity. While the BJP emphasizes Syama Prasad Mookerjee's role in its creation, critics argue it's an ideological…

The Economic Times · Jun 20

Derek O'Brien alleges attempted attack on Abhishek Banerjee at Kolkata airport, says 'BJP supporter with gun' standing at exit

Trinamool Congress MP Derek O'Brien alleged a BJP supporter armed with a firearm was present at Kolkata airport's exit as Abhishek Banerjee departed, calling it a potential "attempt to murder." The party claims this was a "state-sponsored attempt to eliminate a political opponent," questioning law and order under the current…

Newslaundry · Jun 20

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The Economic Times · Jun 19

'Ready to quit as chief if no faith in me': Uddhav Thackeray rejects Congress merger claims

Amidst a fresh rebellion, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray emotionally offered to step down if workers lost faith in his leadership. He defended his connection to the party base by highlighting electoral wins and accused the BJP of attempting to dismantle Shiv Sena. Thackeray also apologized to voters for…

The Economic Times · Jun 19

"Shivpal once said SP has become party of thieves, mafias": OP Rajbhar doubles down attack on Samajwadi Party

"Shivpal ji was betrayed. After Mulayam Singh ji, Shivpal Yadav should have been the CM, but instead, he was pushed out of the party. Shivpal ji once said the Samajwadi Party has become a party of thieves and mafias. He had warned that such a party cannot survive," Rajbhar, the…

The Economic Times · Jun 19

Goutam Deb steps down as Siliguri mayor, adding to TMC exodus

Trinamool Congress faces a significant leadership crisis. Senior leaders Goutam Deb and Jyoti Priya Mallick have resigned from their posts. This follows a wave of resignations and an internal revolt within the party. The party is experiencing its deepest internal crisis in 28 years. These developments are impacting local governance…

The Economic Times · Jun 19

Cross-voting in MLC polls in Karnataka: BJP president Nitin Nabin summons Karnataka party chief

BJP President Nitin Nabin has summoned Karnataka party chief Vijayendra Yediyurappa and other leaders. This follows cross-voting in the state Legislative Council polls. The ruling Congress secured five seats, while the BJP won two. Reports indicate cross-voting by BJP and JD(S) legislators. Senior BJP leader R Ashoka stated that betrayers…

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