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Kerala CM V D Satheesan reveals UDF was unaware full rendition of Vande Mataram would be sung at swearing-in ceremony

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan clarified the full Vande Mataram rendition at the UDF swearing-in was a Lok Bhavan decision. He and his colleagues were unaware of the full song being sung. The CPI(M) criticized the move as inappropriate for a pluralistic society. The BJP countered, accusing the CPI(M)…

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Simultaneous polls could save Rs 7 lakh crore: Joint parliamentary panel chief

Holding Lok Sabha and state assembly polls together could save India Rs 7 lakh crore. This significant saving can be channeled into development projects. A parliamentary committee is examining the 'One Nation, One Election' proposal. Officials in Gujarat presented their views. The committee aims to gather diverse opinions for national…

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'Indian society is notorious for abandoning married daughters': Kangana Ranaut warns young women about marriage pressure in viral post

Kangana Ranaut has urged young women to prioritise financial independence and career growth before marriage while reacting to the recent Bhopal dowry death case. Sharing her views on social media, the actor and BJP MP highlighted what she described as society’s tendency to abandon daughters after marriage, even when they…

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Beef disappears from menus as Modi’s Hindu nationalist party brings rapid changes in Indian state

Ruling party has been quick to roll out multiple directives since securing victory in the state by dethroning Modi's fiercest critic Mamata Banerjee earlier this month

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Dharmapuri Arvind makes stunning prediction on Revanth Reddy, says he could become BJP’s next Suvendu Adhikari

Telangana politics is abuzz as BJP MP Dharmapuri Arvind hinted at Chief Minister Revanth Reddy potentially switching to the BJP, drawing parallels with Suvendu Adhikari. This speculation follows Prime Minister Modi's cryptic remark to Reddy, adding to the state's heated political atmosphere ahead of local elections.

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India's fuel price hike among world's lowest outside Gulf nations: BJP

Fuel prices saw a hike of about 90 paise per litre. The BJP stated this increase is among the lowest globally. State-run oil firms absorbed significant losses for 76 days before passing on some costs. Global crude prices surged due to the West Asia conflict. India's fuel price rise remains…

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Who was B.C. Khanduri? Former Uttarakhand CM and ex-road transport minister behind India’s massive highway push dies at 91

Veteran BJP leader and former Uttarakhand Chief Minister B.C. Khanduri has passed away at 91 after a prolonged illness. A distinguished Major General in the Indian Army, Khanduri later served twice as Uttarakhand CM and as Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, overseeing the Golden Quadrilateral project. His disciplined…

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Lack of foresight, leadership in BJP: Mallikarjun Kharge attacks PM on oil prices, Adani matter

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has strongly criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding recent fuel price increases. Kharge alleged that the government is burdening common citizens while allegedly giving industrialist Gautam Adani a 'free pass'. He also accused the ruling party of lacking foresight and leadership.

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TMC ruckus: Dy CM Shinde says 'minor bickerings' happen, issues will be resolved

In a recent statement, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde of Maharashtra acknowledged the skirmishes between Shiv Sena and BJP members within the Thane Municipal Corporation. He emphasized that such minor disputes are part of political dynamics but reassured the public that they will be resolved amicably. The dialogue involved concerns…

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Why has Arunachal CM not been removed even after SC ordered CBI probe against him? Asks Congress

Congress questions the continued presence of Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu in office. This follows a Supreme Court directive for a CBI probe into corruption allegations. The court ordered an inquiry into contracts awarded to the CM's family. Congress states this is a travesty of the Supreme Court's verdict.…

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India targeting 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047: BJP MP Shringla on US Executive Nuclear Mission to India

Shringla pointed to the passage of the recent landmark Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Act, 2025 as the foundation for this rapid expansion.

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AAP leader Singla arrested: Kejriwal claims he refused BJP offer, alleges political pressure

Aam Aadmi Party leader Deepak Singla has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case. AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal alleged that the arrest is linked to Singla’s refusal to join the Bharatiya Janata Party. He also praised Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, who has been arrested in a…

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AAP leader Deepak Singla arrested by ED in alleged bank fraud case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday arrested Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Deepak Singla in connection with an alleged bank fraud case, officials said.

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Raghu Rai: the trailblazing photographer who documented the vast diversity of a changing India

In April, as India’s governing Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ran elections in parts of the country, a visionary Indian passed away. He went quietly, much as he had lived, and left behind a vast photographic archive of the world’s most populous nation.

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Congress leadership 'capitulated' to demands of Muslim League, Jamaat-e-Islami in Kerala: BJP

The BJP has criticized the Congress following V D Satheesan's oath as Kerala Chief Minister. Party spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla alleged the Congress has surrendered to Islamist groups like the IUML and Jamaat-e-Islami. He claimed the decision was made under pressure for vote-bank politics. Poonawalla stated the Muslim League effectively runs…

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Bengal's BJP govt to implement 7th Pay Commission, free travel & Annapurna Bhandar for women

West Bengal's new BJP government, under Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, has approved the 7th Pay Commission for state employees to bridge the pay gap with central staff. The cabinet also decided to halt religion-based incentive schemes and introduce free bus travel for women from June 1, alongside the Annapurna Bhandar…

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West Bengal: TMC MLA Dilip Mondal's son held with firearms in Bengal

Police have arrested Arghya Mondal, son of TMC MLA Dilip Mondal, and five others. They were apprehended in Bakkhali-Fraserganj with firearms. Two pistols and six mobile phones were seized. Arghya Mondal also faces allegations of threatening BJP workers. The MLA himself is currently absconding.

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Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge slams Modi govt, says it failed to foresee inflation and price rise

Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the government for delaying price hikes until after assembly elections, alleging that economic realities were hidden from the public. He pointed to recent increases in CNG, petrol, and diesel prices, and accused the BJP government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi of lacking foresight amid rising inflation.

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'Where is Modi?': Sanjay Raut questions PM's foreign tour

Sanjay Raut of Shiv Sena (UBT) has strongly criticized the BJP. He questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visits while the country faces crises. Raut also alleged that national institutions, including NEET, are under BJP's complete control. He highlighted issues with state leaders' convoys and defended the legacy of Maharashtra's…

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Jute industry seeks new Bengal govt's intervention to tide over raw material crisis

West Bengal’s jute industry is staring at a major crisis as raw jute shortages and soaring prices disrupt operations across mills in the Hooghly industrial belt. Around 14 mills have either suspended work or cut production, while nearly 75,000 workers face job losses or irregular employment, industry bodies said.

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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari holds first ‘Janata Darbar’, interacts with people across Bengal

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari held his first ‘Janata Darbar’ after the BJP formed government in the state. The new administration highlighted key achievements from its first week in power, including action against corruption, syndicates, and mafia networks. The government also announced tighter border security measures, relief initiatives for…

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UP Cabinet expansion: Former BJP chief Bhupendra Chaudhary gets MSME, Manoj Pandey to take charge of Food and Civil Supplies

Uttar Pradesh government has expanded its cabinet. New ministers and promoted leaders have been given important portfolios. This move strengthens the administrative team ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. The Bharatiya Janata Party aims for a third consecutive term. New ministers have taken their oath of office.

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NEET leak: If PM respects parliamentary committees, then he must remove Pradhan, says Digvijaya

Congress MP Digvijaya Singh has demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. This comes after the NEET-UG 2026 exam was cancelled due to alleged paper leaks. Singh criticized the National Testing Agency and the government's handling of exam irregularities. He also raised concerns about the government's gold import…

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BJP-led NDA governs 80 per cent of India, Congress wiped out in Gujarat local polls: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah celebrated BJP's victories in West Bengal and Gujarat local body polls. He stated the BJP and its allies now govern 80 percent of India's territory. Shah criticized the Congress and AAP for their poor performance. He praised BJP workers for their service during COVID-19, attributing…

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West Bengal committed to handover land to BSF within 45 days for border fencing: Minister

West Bengal minister Ashok Kirtania assured land handover to BSF within 45 days for border fencing. While progress is satisfactory in North 24 Parganas, resistance in Basirhat's fencing areas requires resolution within a week. The state government aims to complete the fencing of the India-Bangladesh border, with approximately 569 km…

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