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Details →Jadavpur University Violence: Student Clash Escalates Into Stone-Pelting, Arson and Panic
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“Illegal, unconstitutional, undemocratic”: Mamata Banerjee flags ‘mass voter manipulation’, writes to CEC over alleged inclusion of outsiders in Bengal rolls
Escalating her attack on the Election Commission ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written a strongly worded letter to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh
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8 Killed in Stampede at Nalanda’s Sheetla Mata Temple; Enquiry Launched into the Incident
At least eight people lost their lives in a stampede during prayers at the Sheetla Mata Temple on Tuesday, triggering concerns over crowd management at the site. The Bihar government
News
Legendary Tennis Star Leander Paes joins BJP in Delhi HQ; To campaign for 2026 Bengal Assembly elections: ‘Want to kindle passion for sports among all’
In a notable development ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, former tennis star Leander Paes formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday, stepping into active politics
News
Congress Releases First List of 284 Candidates for West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, Opts to Contest All Seats Solo
In a significant step ahead of the two-phase West Bengal Assembly polls, the Indian National Congress on Sunday announced its first list of 284 candidates for the 294-member state legislature.
News
Mamata Banerjee Fires Back at Amit Shah’s ‘Chargesheet’ Against TMC, Alleges Conspiracy Ahead of West Bengal Polls
The political heat in West Bengal has intensified sharply as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee hit out at Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the BJP’s freshly released “chargesheet” document targeting
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Aaditya’s Surprise Appearance Hints at Shift in Sena-BJP Equations
Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray’s presence at BJP leader Mohit Kamboj’s birthday party has sparked fresh political chatter, particularly in light of Kamboj’s earlier attacks on the Sena and
News
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Resigns from Legislative Council Ahead of Rajya Sabha Entry, Signals Shift to National Politics
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday resigned from the state Legislative Council, paving the way for his entry into the Rajya Sabha and marking a significant transition in his
News
‘No authorisation for shoot’: Bengali Actor Rahul Arunodoy Banerjee Dies After Drowning in Digha
A Bengali actor Arunoday Banerjee, commonly known as Rahul amid film fraternity, passed away in an unfortunate accident after drowning during a shoot at Digha. He was declared dead after
News
Former MP Tarun Mondal Dropped from Bengal Voter List After Revision
Former Lok Sabha MP Tarun Mondal has been dropped from West Bengal’s voter list following the latest revision of electoral rolls by the Election Commission. He had won from Bengal’s
News
Election Commission Releases Third Supplementary List Ahead of Bengal Polls
The Election Commission on Saturday released the third supplementary voter list as part of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls for 2026. However, the poll body did
News
Former Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli arrested over 2025 protest deaths after new GenZ leader takes oath
Former Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli was arrested on Saturday, in connection with deaths linked to the 2025 anti-government protests. Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak was also taken into
News
Over Lawyers, Activists Urge President Murmu to Withhold Assent to ‘Controversial’ Transgender Bill
A group of over 140 lawyers, law students, feminists and social activists have written to President Droupadi Murmu, urging her not to grant assent to the Transgender Persons (Protection of
News
BJP Councillor’s Son Arrested in Sex Scandal for Abusing Over 100 Victims
BJP councillor’s son has been arrested on Saturday in sex scandal for abusing over 100 victims, with the Congress alleging that the scale of the crime is far bigger than
News
EC to set up Polling Booths inside six housing complexes in Kolkata
In a new initiative aimed at improving voter participation the Election Commission has decided to set up polling stations inside select housing complexes in Kolkata for the upcoming West Bengal
News
Mamata Banerjee accuses BJP of ‘pre-planned’ role in Murshidabad Ram Navami unrest
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday alleged that the violence during Ram Navami celebrations in Murshidabad was orchestrated by the Bharatiya Janata Party, intensifying the political blame game
MAHARASHTRA
Sanjay Raut Calls ‘Team India’ Hypocrisy, Targets PM Modi Over West Asia Crisis
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut called it “hypocrisy” to Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the Centre’s “Team India” approach amid the West Asia crisis. The remarks came after the
BENGAL
Bengal Assembly Polls 2026: Teacher Allegedly Assaulted During Poll Training in Ranaghat After Protesting ‘Model Code Violation’
Tensions flared at a poll training centre in West Bengal’s Ranaghat after a schoolteacher, assigned election duty, alleged that he was assaulted by government officials during a training session on
INDIA
India Cuts Fuel Duty by ₹10 as Global Oil Prices Surge Amid West Asia Tensions
India on Friday cut the excise duties on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre each, as geopolitical tensions involving the US, Israel and Iran fuel fears of a
BENGAL
“Unwarranted Panic, Possible Lockdown?” Mamata Banerjee Questions PM Modi as she kicks off Election Campaign in Bengal
Stepping up her attack on the Centre, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi over what she described as an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty, asking
BENGAL
Suvendu Adhikari Asks RG Kar Victim’s Mother to Campaign in Bhabanipur, Takes Fight to Mamata Banerjee’s Turf
Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari has urged the mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape-and-murder victim to campaign in Bhabanipur, directly targeting Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in her
BENGAL
Thunderstorms, Gusty Winds Likely in Kolkata Over Next Few Days; Weather Office Issues Warning
Kolkata and its adjoining districts are set to witness a spell of unstable weather over the next few days, with forecasts indicating thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds and rainfall across
INDIA
Amit Shah to Release BJP ‘Chargesheet’ Against Mamata Banerjee Government during Kolkata visit Ahead of Bengal Polls
Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Kolkata night for a brief but politically significant visit, during this he is expected to intensify the Bharatiya Janata Party’s campaign ahead of
WATCH
“Contraceptive for Creativity…”: Kunal Kamra Slams Ranveer Allahbadia Over ‘India’s Got Latent’ Fallout
Comedian Kunal Kamra has sharply criticised YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, accusing him of continuing to capitalise on controversy linked to his appearance on the show India's Got Latent.The exchange unfolded on
MADHYA PRADESH
Tensions Surface in Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs’ Meeting; Priyanka Chaturvedi Questions Sanjay Raut’s Remarks
Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray chaired a meeting of party MPs in Mumbai, where internal differences reportedly came to the fore, particularly over statements
WORLD
No Life Jacket, High Alcohol Level in Blood: Zubeen Garg’s Death Due to Drowning, Rules Singapore Coroner
A court in Singapore has brought clarity to months of uncertainty surrounding the death of singer Zubeen Garg, concluding that the celebrated Assamese artist died by drowning near Lazarus Island
BENGAL
From Grief to Ballot: BJP Fields RG Kar Victim’s Mother, Ignites Political Firestorm in Bengal
In a dramatic and emotionally charged move ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded the mother of the RG Kar Medical College
WORLD
Hormuz Divide: Iran Opens Strategic Oil Lifeline to India, Allies While Shutting Out Rivals
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, Iran has drawn a sharp geopolitical line in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors—the Strait of Hormuz—by allowing passage only to
INDIA
No ‘Exceptional Grounds’: UK Court Rejects Nirav Modi’s Appeal
Fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi, who has been lodged in a UK prison since 2019, has moved a step closer to extradition to India. The High Court of Justice (King’s Bench
INDIA
Shinde Calls Him ‘Saheb’, Fadnavis’ Shayari Marks Uddhav Thackeray’s Memorable MLC Farewell
Former Chief Minister and Member of the Legislative Council Uddhav Thackeray was given a political farewell on Tuesday, as his term in the Legislative Council came to an end. The
INDIA
Rohit Pawar Targets Praful Patel, Sunil Tatkare Over ‘Party Takeover Plot
MLA Rohit Pawar has alleged that the death of Deputy Chief Minister, Ajit Pawar at Baramati airport was not an accident but a planned conspiracy. Since the incident, he has
INDIA
AIADMK Releases First List of 23 Candidates for Tamil Nadu Poll
The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) on Wednesday announced its first list of 23 candidates for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, which are scheduled to be held on
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee Accuses ECI of Bias After BJP Seal Appears on Kerala Poll Document, Says 'Cat is Out of the Bag'
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday launched a fresh attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI), claiming that a controversial notification issued by the Kerala Chief Electoral
INDIA
Supreme Court Flags Bengal as Outlier in SIR; Says Exercise Smooth Elsewhere
The Supreme Court on Tuesday observed that the Election Commission of India’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has progressed largely without disruption across the country, with West Bengal
INDIA
SC Rules Conversion Beyond Hinduism, Sikhism or Buddhism Ends SC Status
The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday, affirmed the judgment of the Andhra Pradesh High Court, holding that an individual who has converted to Christianity and continues to profess and
INDIA
Final Day Rush as Candidates File Nominations for Assembly Elections
The process of filing nomination papers for the upcoming Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry came to an end on Monday. Voting in all three regions will be held
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INDIA
Battle for the Bengali Plate: How Fish, Meat and Identity Became Central to Bengal’s Poll Politics?
As West Bengal heads into the 2026 Assembly elections, an unlikely yet deeply symbolic battleground has emerged — the Bengali plate. What began as a policy debate outside the state
INDIA
Bengal Polls 2026 LIVE: EC reshuffle sparks political heat, TMC hits campaign trail amid changing weather
With the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections drawing closer, political temperatures are rising alongside shifting weather conditions across the state. The Election Commission’s latest administrative reshuffle has intensified the pre-poll
INDIA
Bomb Threat Email Targeting PM Modi, Amit Shah Puts Delhi on High Alert
On Tuesday, a bomb threat email mentioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and several other senior leaders set off a security scare in Delhi, causing authorities to
INDIA
EC Releases Midnight Supplementary Roll of 29 Lakh Bengal Voters as Supreme Court Set to Hear SIR Case Today
In a significant development ahead of a crucial legal hearing, the Election Commission (EC) released the first supplementary list of nearly 29 lakh voters in West Bengal close to midnight,
INDIA
Fuel Prices Set to Rise in Himachal Pradesh as Govt Clears Up to ₹5/Litre Cess
Fuel prices in Himachal Pradesh are likely to witness an increase after the state Assembly passed the Himachal Pradesh Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026, enabling the government to levy
INDIA
Tamil Nadu Polls: AIADMK Announces Seat-Sharing With Key Allies
The AIADMK on Monday sealed a seat-sharing arrangement with three key NDA allies ahead of the April 23 Assembly elections.It was announced by party general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami in
INDIA
PM Modi Addresses Lok Sabha on West Asia Conflict, Stresses Dialogue and Diplomacy to Minimise Impact on India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke in the Lok Sabha today during the ongoing Budget Session, delivering a detailed address on the escalating conflict in West Asia involving Iran, the United
News
EC to Publish First Supplementary Voter List in West Bengal Following SIR Drive
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is set to publish the first supplementary voter list in West Bengal as part of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls,
WORLD
Dubai Gold Prices Tumble After Global Sell-Off; 22K Sees Sharp Drive, Buyers Rush
Gold prices in Dubai have witnessed a sharp decline following a global sell-off, with 22-karat gold slipping below Dh490 per gram—marking one of the lowest levels seen in recent months.
INDIA
Assam Poll Twist: BJP Minister Nandita Garlosa Switches to Congress After Ticket Snub, Set to Contest Haflong
In a significant political development ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, former BJP minister Nandita Garlosa has joined the Congress after being denied a ticket by the ruling party, triggering
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INDIA
Row Over ‘Dhurandhar 2’: Shiv Sena Sikh President Condemns ‘Disrespect to Gurbani’
Shiv Sena’s Sikh President in Maharashtra, Sardar Gurjyot Singh, strongly condemned the “blatant disrespect” shown towards Gurbani by the makers of Dhurandhar 2.He said, “Gurbani is not mere dialogue; it
WORLD
Air Canada Flight Collides with Ground Vehicle at LaGuardia Airport; Emergency Response Triggered
An incoming Air Canada Express flight from Montreal collided with a ground vehicle at New York’s LaGuardia Airport approximately around 11:40pm (local time) on Sunday, triggering an emergency response and
INDIA
Maharashtra Kumbh 2027 Project Hits Controversy Over Land Deals by Arrested ‘Fake Godman’
The 66.15-km Nashik Ring Road (Parikrama Marg), a key infrastructure project planned for the 2027 Simhastha Kumbh Mela, has come under the spotlight after it was revealed that arrested self-styled
INDIA
Epstein File Controversy: Congress, Vanchit Announce Nagpur March to RSS HQ
Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee(MPCC) and Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi, announced a joint protest to RSS headquarters in Nagpur, on Monday, to question why Narendra Modi continues to remain the Prime Minister
INDIA
‘Impossible to Defeat Mamata’: Sanjay Raut Targets BJP Over Bengal Polls
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Friday claimed that the BJP leadership, along with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, is well aware that Mamata Banerjee cannot be defeated in
BENGAL
‘Modi Biggest Infiltrator, Won’t Let Them Snatch Rights': Mamata Banerjee’s Ups her Ante against BJP at Eid Celebration
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a sharp political attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Eid celebrations in Kolkata, accusing him of being the “biggest infiltrator” while asserting
INDIA
'Bengal First': TMC Unveils Welfare-Heavy Manifesto with Cash Sops, Jobs Push and Strong Pitch Against Centre
Positioning the upcoming Assembly elections as a battle for Bengal’s identity and economic future, the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) has released its 2026 manifesto—anchored in welfare expansion, job creation,
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee accuses BJP of conspiracy during Manifesto release: ‘Unofficial President's Rule Imposed in Poll-bound Bengal’
Chief Minister of Bengal and All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo, Mamata Banerjee, released the party’s manifesto ahead of the assembly elections on Friday evening, pledging 10 new developments to
INDIA
TMC Bets Big on Welfare Push with ‘Didi’s 10 Pledges’ Ahead of Bengal Polls
With the 2026 West Bengal Assembly Elections around the corner, the Trinamool Congress has unveiled its manifesto, positioning it as a people-first roadmap anchored in “Didi’s 10 pledges.”Led by Chief
INDIA
“Made to Spread Hatred…”: Samajwadi Party MLA Slams Dhurandhar 2; Calls it a “Pakistani Film”
The controversy surrounding Dhurandhar 2 continues to intensify, with Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi attacking the Ranveer Singh-starrer on Friday. Calling it “a false film” and alleging that the movie
INDIA
EC Orders Bengal to Withhold Civic Volunteer Bonus Ahead of Polls; Seeks Report on Pre-Election Welfare Push
The Election Commission has directed the West Bengal government to put on hold the recently announced Eid bonus for civic volunteers ahead of the Assembly elections, even as it seeks
INDIA
Man Dies After Getting Trapped in Lift at Kolkata’s RG Kar Hospital, Sparks Safety Concerns
A tragic incident at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on Friday morning has raised serious questions about safety and infrastructure in state-run healthcare facilities after a man died
INDIA
TMC Moves Calcutta High Court Challenging EC’s Transfer of IAS, IPS Officers Ahead of Bengal Polls
In a fresh escalation of tensions ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP and senior advocate Kalyan Banerjee has approached the Calcutta High Court, challenging
INDIA
Kharat File: Shivsena UBT's Sushma Andhare Levels Serious Charges Against Chakankar, Demands Removal
Shivsena UBT Leader, Sushma Andhare, on Friday, held a press conference in connection with the alleged ‘Fake Baba’ Ashok Kharat case and levelled serious allegations against State Women’s Commission chairperson
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee Alleges ‘Unprecedented Targeting’ of Bengal by EC, Calls Actions a Threat to Constitutional Order
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday sharply criticised the Election Commission of India over its recent actions of shuffling administrative and state security official in the state ahead of
INDIA
"Forced Marriage, Abusive Relationship...": HD Deve Gowda Hits Back at Mallikarjun Kharge
Former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda has hit back at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s remarks in the Rajya Sabha, saying his alliance with the Congress was a “forced marriage” that
INDIA
EC Puts Hold on Transfer of Bidhannagar, Siliguri Police Commissioners; Order Stands for 13 Other IPS Officers
In a partial modification of its earlier directive, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has put on hold the transfer of two senior police officials from West Bengal—Bidhannagar Police Commissioner
INDIA
Bengal Polls 2026: BJP Suvendu Adhikari Kicks Off Bhabanipur Campaign Amid TMC Counter-Slogans
In a partial modification of its earlier directive, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has put on hold the transfer of two senior police officials from West Bengal—Bidhannagar Police Commissioner
INDIA
BJP Fields Ex Congress MP from Dispur, CM Sarma from Jalukbari in First List for Assam Polls
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday released its first list of 88 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, fielding Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma from the Jalukbari constituency.The
INDIA
Bengal Assembly Polls 2026: Massive Central Force Deployment and Bureaucratic Overhaul Mark Intensified Election Preparedness
With the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections scheduled to be held in two phases on April 23 and April 29, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated an unprecedented
INDIA
Election Commission Moves 15 IPS Officers Out of Bengal as Observers Ahead of Assembly Polls
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has deputed 15 senior IPS officers from West Bengal to serve as election observers in other poll-bound states, including Tamil Nadu and Kerala, as
INDIA
Nashik ‘Fake Baba’ Controversy: Raut attacks State Women’s Commission Chairperson Chakankar, Seeks Action from CM
Shivsena UBT MP Sanjay Raut demands resignation of State Women’s Commission Chairperson Rupali Chakankar, after a video surfaced showing a ritual (washing the feet) of the Fake Baba, in Nashik.
INDIA
Supreme Court Refuses Adjournment in ED–West Bengal Dispute Over I-PAC Raid, Says Court Cannot Be Directed by Parties
The Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to adjourn proceedings in a high-stakes constitutional dispute between the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the State of West Bengal, arising out of alleged obstruction
INDIA
Delhi Govt Plans ₹6.2 Crore VIP Boats for Yamuna Inspections
The Delhi government is planning to buy two high-end boats with air-conditioned cabins, spending around ₹6.2 crore, to facilitate VIP inspections along the Yamuna. The proposal comes through a tender
INDIA
Priyanka Gandhi Calls Assam Congress MP’s Exit ‘Unfortunate’ as he Joins BJP
Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi, after quitting Congress on Tuesday, immediately joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), ahead of assembly elections in Assam. He entered the party in the presence of
INDIA
From Harish Rana to Anand Dixit: Another Family’s Long Struggle Between Life and Death
A distressing case similar to that of Harish Rana is unfolding in Mumbai, where 35-year-old Anand Dixit has been in a vegetative state for over two years following a life-altering
WORLD
1,600 Indians Return from Qatar on Limited Flights Amid Airspace Restrictions
Around 1,600 Indian nationals returned home on five flights operated by Qatar Airways on Tuesday, as the airline continues to run limited services due to ongoing airspace restrictions in Qatar,
INDIA
Mallikarjun Kharge’s “Loved Us, Married Modi” Jibe on Deve Gowda Triggers Laughter in Rajya Sabha
During a light-hearted moment in the Rajya Sabha, Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge drew laughter across party lines with a witty remark about former Prime Minister H. D. Deve
BENGAL
EC Appoints 5 IPS Officers as DIGs in Bengal, Orders Major Pre-Poll Police Reshuffle
The Election Commission of India has directed the posting of five IPS officers as Deputy Inspector Generals (DIGs) in West Bengal ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, as part of
BENGAL
IMD Warns of Thunderstorms, Hailstorms Across West Bengal on March 20–21
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast thunderstorms and possible hailstorms across several parts of West Bengal on March 20 and 21.According to the weather office, multiple districts are likely
INDIA
‘Sarke Chunar’ Row Echoes in Lok Sabha; Centre Confirms Ban Amid Obscenity Debate
The controversy surrounding the Bollywood song Sarke Chunar reached the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, with Anand Bhadouria raising concerns over its lyrics and seeking a response from the Centre.Responding to
INDIA
Class 6 Girl Attacked with Acid in Maharashtra’s Ahilyanagar; Accused on the Run
A Class 6 student was allegedly attacked with acid by an unidentified assailant in Sangamner tehsil of Maharashtra’s Ahilyanagar district on Tuesday, triggering concern over women’s safety in the state.According
INDIA
TMC Bets on Continuity with Controlled Change in 2026 Bengal Candidate List
The ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) has unveiled its candidate list for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, offering a clear window into its electoral strategy - one that blends continuity
INDIA
TMC Drops 74 Sitting Candidates in 2026 List, Signals Major Reset Across Regions To Fight Anti-incumbency
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has undertaken a significant overhaul of its electoral lineup for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, dropping at least 74 candidates who were fielded in 2021,
BENGAL
“In 2026 We Will Get 226+…” Mamata Banerjee Releases TMC List, Predicts Victory; 74 Old MLAs Dropped NTT Desk
The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), led by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, has released its comprehensive list of candidates for the upcoming 2026 West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections.
BENGAL
‘Kolkata Police prepared for challenges’, newly-appointed CP Ajay Kumar Nanda assures ahead of Bengal Assembly election
Ahead of the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, newly-appointed Commissioner of Kolkata Police, IPS Ajay Kumar Nanda, has asserted that the city police are fully equipped to handle any law-and-order
BENGAL
Bengal Assembly Election 2026: Bhawanipur set for Mamata–Suvendu rematch as TMC unveils candidate list with strong diversity push
West Bengal’s political landscape is gearing up for a high-voltage contest as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is poised for a direct face-off with BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari from Bhabanipur, setting
Election
Nepal makes history with first transgender lawmaker Bhumika Shrestha in Parliament
Nepal has marked a historic step in inclusive governance with the induction of Bhumika Shrestha as the country’s first transgender member of Parliament, a milestone for gender representation in South
INDIA
NIA gets 11-day custody of 7 foreign nationals in suspected terror-linked case
The National Investigation Agency has secured 11 days of custody of seven foreign nationals in connection with alleged terror-linked activities, officials confirmed on Tuesday.The accused—six Ukrainian citizens and one United
INDIA
Lok Sabha lifts ban on 8 Opposition MPs after govt–Oppn agreement
In a move signalling a thaw in parliamentary tensions, the Lok Sabha on Tuesday revoked the suspension of eight Opposition MPs following a consensus between the government and Opposition benches.The
BENGAL
Third Round of Transfers: EC Reshuffles 19 Top Police Officers in Poll-Bound West Bengal
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday ordered the transfer of 19 senior police officers in poll-bound West Bengal, marking the third consecutive day of administrative reshuffles ahead of
INDIA
‘No Faith, No Law Can Justify This’: India slams Pakistan over deadly Kabul hospital strike
India on Tuesday strongly condemned Pakistan following a devastating airstrike on the Omid Addiction Treatment Hospital in Kabul, which reportedly left around 400 people dead and over 250 injured, according
MAHARASHTRA
Row over ‘VIP Darshan’ at Bhimashankar: Rohini Khadse demands action against officer for Dubey’s temple visit
Rohini Khadse, State President of the women’s wing of the Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar faction), has demanded the suspension of an official who allegedly facilitated VIP access for Nishikant
DELHI
Delhi HC cracks down on ‘Epstein link’ posts: Court orders India-wide takedown after Puri’s daughter cries defamation
In a significant move against online misinformation, the Delhi High Court has ordered an India-specific ban on social media posts and digital content allegedly linking Himayani Puri, daughter of Union
BENGAL
TMC to unveil Bengal 2026 candidate list today: All eyes on Mamata Banerjee’s big call—who stays, who goes?
The political spotlight is firmly on West Bengal today as Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee prepares to announce the party’s much-anticipated candidate list for the 2026 Assembly
INDIA
BJP fields former Republic Bangla journalist Santu Pan from Tarakeswar for 2026 Bengal polls
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded former Republic Bangla journalist Santu Pan from the Tarakeswar Assembly constituency for the upcoming 2026 West Bengal Legislative Assembly election. Pan formally joined
INDIA
CPI(M) releases first list of 192 candidates for 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Sunday (March 16, 2026) released the first list of candidates for the upcoming 2026 West Bengal Legislative Assembly election, announcing nominees for 193
BENGAL
BJP Pits Suvendu Adhikari Against Mamata Banerjee in Bhawanipur as Party Unveils 144 Candidates for Bengal Polls
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday released its first list of candidates for the 2026 West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections 2026, announcing nominees for 144 Assembly constituencies across the
BENGAL
Mamata Banerjee Leads Kolkata March Against LPG Shortage, Targets Centre Over Rising Gas Prices
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday led a protest march in Kolkata against the reported shortage of LPG cylinders and the recent rise in cooking gas prices, turning
MAHARASHTRA
‘BJP Aiming Only for a Respectable Defeat in Bengal’: Akhilesh Yadav Attacks BJP During Mumbai Visit
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), claiming the party was not putting up a real fight in the upcoming
MAHARASHTRA
‘Why Is the Government Hiding the Reality?’ Supriya Sule Raises Alarm Over Reported LPG Shortage
NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar faction) working president and MP Supriya Sule on Monday raised concerns over a reported shortage of LPG cylinders across the country, questioning why the Centre was allegedly
BENGAL
Election Commission reshuffles Bengal police ahead of polls; Siddh Nath Gupta named DGP, Ajay Kumar Nand Kolkata CP
The Election Commission has ordered a major reshuffle in West Bengal’s police leadership ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, appointing new officers to key law-enforcement posts including the state’s Director
INDIA
Bengal Polls 2026: Election Commission Orders Immediate Transfer of Chief Secretary, and Home Secretary
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has ordered the immediate transfer of West Bengal’s Chief Secretary and Home Secretary shortly after announcing the schedule for the 2026 Assembly elections. Following
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INDIA
Two-Phase Polling Announced for West Bengal Assembly Elections : Know When Is Your Vote
The Election Commission of India has scheduled the West Bengal Assembly elections to be held in two phases, marking a significant shift from the eight-phase polling conducted during the 2021
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INDIA
Election Commission Announces Poll Schedule for Bengal, Assam, Keralam, Tamil Nadu & Puducherry; Results on May 4
The Election Commission of India on Sunday announced the schedule for the upcoming Assembly elections in four states - West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Keralam and Assam - along with the
INDIA
West Bengal to Vote in Two Phases Instead of Eight; ECI Cites The Reason
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday announced that the upcoming West Bengal Assembly election will be conducted in two phases - April 23rd and April 29th, a sharp
INDIA
Election Commission To Announce Poll Schedule Today, Press Meet At 4 pm
The Election Commission of India is set to announce the schedule for Assembly elections in five states and Union Territories at 4 pm on Sunday. The poll panel will announce
BENGAL
‘Insult to Adivasis, Women’: PM Modi Fires at TMC Over President Murmu Visit and Law-and-Order at Kolkata’s Brigade Rally
With the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections on the horizon, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday sharpened his political pitch at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground, framing the battle for Bengal
WORLD
Tensions Rise as North Korea Fires Missiles into Sea During US-South Korea Drills
North Korea fired more than 10 ballistic missiles into the sea on Saturday, March 14, 2026, South Korea's military described, the move that comes amid ongoing joint military exercises by
INDIA
‘Bugle for New Bengal Has Sounded’: PM Modi Launches Fierce Attack on TMC at Kolkata Mega Rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp political attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress during a massive rally at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata on Saturday, declaring that the “storm
POLITICS
‘Narendra Is Missing, Cylinders Too’: Sanjay Raut Takes Jibe at Prime Minister Over Gas Shortage
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut has criticised the government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the situation, recalling the circumstances during the COVID period, stating, “Narendra is missing, the cylinders
INDIA
Centre Revokes NSA Detention of Climate Activist Sonam Wangchuk, Release Ordered
The Union government has revoked the detention of Ladakh-based climate activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA), paving the way for his immediate release after
INDIA
Rs 1 Lakh Crore Economic Stabilisation Fund to Help India Face Global Headwinds: Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday proposed in Parliament a Rs 1 lakh crore Economic Stabilisation Fund to provide the government with fiscal flexibility to respond to global economic uncertainties.Replying
INDIA
Mahayuti Government Introduces Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill 2026 in Assembly
The Maharashtra government on Friday introduced the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026, in the state Assembly, to curb religious conversions carried out through coercion, fraud, inducement, or marriage.Under the
INDIA
Mandatory Menstrual Leave May Deter Hiring of Women, Observes Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India on Friday declined to issue directions mandating menstrual leave for women employees and students nationwide, observing that making such leave compulsory could inadvertently affect women’s
INDIA
Defamation Case Against Rahul Gandhi Over Savarkar Remarks Disposed of by Court
The court of Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Rupali Narwadiya has disposed of a defamation case filed against Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi over his alleged remarks
INDIA
Rahul Gandhi Slams PM Modi Over LPG Crisis, Says PM ‘Panicking’ Over Epstein Files
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid concerns over a reported shortage of commercial LPG cylinders. Gandhi said that while the
BENGAL
'Do not Interfere': Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar Cautions Bengal Officials Against Meddling in Poll Work
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has cautioned senior bureaucrats in West Bengal against interfering in the electoral process, stressing that officials engaged in poll-related duties must be allowed to function
BENGAL
‘Bengal People Love Them Who Love Bengal’: CM Mamata Banerjee Says While Greeting New Governor R.N. Navi
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday welcomed newly appointed Governor R.N. Navi, saying that the people of the state appreciate those who value Bengal and its culture. Speaking during her
POLITICS
“I Always Allow All MPs to Speak, But Under Rules”: Om Birla Returns to Speaker’s Chair After No-Confidence Motion Defeat
A day after the no-confidence motion against him was defeated, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla returned to the Speaker’s chair and addressed the House on Thursday, rejecting allegations of bias
BENGAL
RN Ravi Sworn In as West Bengal’s 22nd Governor at Lok Bhavan Ceremony
RN Ravi was sworn in as the 22nd Governor of West Bengal at a ceremony held at Lok Bhavan on Thursday morning. The oath of office was administered by Chief
BENGAL
Election Commission Official: Bengal Assembly Elections Likely to Begin in April in Two Phases
The upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections are likely to be conducted in two phases beginning in April, according to an Election Commission official familiar with the discussions on the poll
INDIA
“Chant ‘Namo Namo’, Get Fuel at Your Doorstep”: Sanjay Raut Takes Dig at PM Modi
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Thursday launched a sarcastic attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the reported shortage of LPG cylinders, saying that chanting slogans like “Namo
INDIA
Gunman Allegedly Targets EX-J&K CM Farooq Abdullah; Security Team Foils Attempt, Suspect Arrested
A potentially dangerous situation unfolded when a man allegedly pointed a firearm at former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah, but the threat was neutralised after security personnel swiftly
MAHARASHTRA
High Alert in South Mumbai After Bomb Threat to Legislature, BSE and High Court
On Thursday, A bomb threat has caused panic in Mumbai after several key locations including the Vidhan Bhavan, Bombay Stock Exchange, and the High Court received threats of being blown
INDIA
Lok Sabha Defeats Opposition Motion Against Speaker Birla After Heated Debate
The Lok Sabha, on Wednesday, rejected the Opposition’s no-confidence motion against Speaker Om Birla following the voting of the ruling NDA and opposition, after a heated debate in the House.Union
WORLD
US Considers Special Forces Operation to Secure Iran’s Enriched Uranium Stockpile
The administration of Donald Trump is reportedly evaluating the possibility of deploying special forces into Iran to take control of the country’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium (HEU), according to
INDIA
‘Bring Motion Against PM’:Amit Shah Dismisses Motion Against Speaker, Says Parliament Has Traditions
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a sharp attack on the Opposition in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, accusing its members of disregarding parliamentary rules and discipline while complaining about
INDIA
Rahul Gandhi’s ‘PM compromised’ remark sparks sharp exchange with Ravi Shankar Prasad in Lok Sabha
Tempers flared in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday between BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi as the House resumed debate on the opposition’s no-confidence
INDIA
Hormuz Closure Triggers Energy Scramble: India Buys 30 Million Barrels of Russian Oil as Middle East Supplies Disrupted
India has purchased around 30 million barrels of crude oil from Russia after the United States granted a temporary waiver allowing Indian companies to buy Russian cargoes loaded before March
POLITICS
In Landmark Order, Supreme Court Permits Euthanasia for Man in Vegetative State for Over 10 Years
In a rare and significant ruling, the Supreme Court on Wednesday permitted passive euthanasia for a 31-year-old man who has been in a permanent vegetative state for more than a
INDIA
Prakash Ambedkar Slams Centre Over ESMA in Gas Sector, Says Govt Unprepared for Crisis
After the Centre invoked the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) in the petroleum and natural gas sector, Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi national president Prakash Ambedkar alleged that the move indicates the
POLITICS
Amid Gas Shortage, Sanjay Raut Mocks PM Modi’s ‘Gas from Drains’ Remark
The ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States is beginning to affect industries and the fuel market in Maharashtra, with several sectors reporting a shortage of gas
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee Meets Outgoing Governor CV Bose, Calls His Resignation An 'Ouster Designed By Political Conspiracy'
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday met with outgoing Governor Dr CV Ananda Bose at a state guest house, sharply criticised his abrupt resignation last week. The meeting,
INDIA
Mahua Moitra Backs No-Confidence Motion Against Speaker Om Birla, Calls It “Divine Karma”
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra on Tuesday supported the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, describing it as “divine karma” that she was opening the debate for
INDIA
After 5 Days Mamata Banerjee Calls Off Dharna Against ‘Unplanned SIR’, Hails SC Verdict As People’s Victory
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday evening announced the temporary suspension of her five-day sit-in dharna at Esplanade in Kolkata, following a key directive from the Supreme Court
INDIA
"No Eligible Voter Will Be Dropped...": CEC Gyanesh Kumar During West Bengal Poll Review
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has assured that no eligible voter in West Bengal will have their name removed from the electoral rolls and that the upcoming elections in the
POLITICS
Rohit Pawar Meets Sonia Gandhi, Kharge Over Ajit Pawar Plane Crash Probe
41 days since the plane crash involving Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, yet no FIR has been registered by any police station in the state, which led to NCP
INDIA
‘Rijiju Interrupted Opposition Most’: Gaurav Gogoi’s Claim Sparks Response From Amit Shah
The Lok Sabha began discussions on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, on a resolution seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla. The motion, moved by Congress MP Mohammed Jawed, triggered a
INDIA
Centre Invokes ESMA to Safeguard Natural Gas Supply Amid West Asia Tensions
The Centre has invoked the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) to ensure that natural gas supply to key sectors remains uninterrupted as tensions in West Asia continue to unsettle global
INDIA
‘Silence of Weakness’: Sanjay Raut Hits Out at Union Govt Over Middle East Conflict
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut criticised the NDA government for not allowing a discussion in Parliament on issues related to national security, saying that Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi
INDIA
IndiGo Flight 6E33 Returns to Delhi After Mid-Air Diversion Linked to Middle East Conflict
An IndiGo flight travelling from Delhi to Manchester was forced to return to the national capital after flying for nearly seven hours, following immediate airspace restrictions due to the ongoing
INDIA
TMC Voices Dissatisfaction After Meeting CEC Gyanesh Kumar; BJP Pushes for Three-Phase Election
The All India Trinamool Congress on Monday expressed dissatisfaction after a meeting with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, who is currently in West Bengal to review the state’s preparedness for
BENGAL
TMC, BJP Lock Horns Over President Murmu’s Bengal Visit and Bharat Ratna Photo Row
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have locked horns over President Droupadi Murmu’s recent visit to West Bengal, with the political row intensifying through sharp exchanges
INDIA
Bengal Political Parties Push for One- or Two-Phase Assembly Polls in Meeting with Election Commission
Representatives of several political parties in West Bengal on Monday urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to conduct the upcoming Assembly elections in one or at most two phases,
INDIA
Rohit Pawar Raises Fresh Questions on Ajit Pawar Plane Crash, Meets Akhilesh Yadav
The demand for justice in the alleged plane crash involving Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar entered its 37th day on Monday, with his nephew and NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) leader
INDIA
Men in Blue Create History, Defend T20 World Cup Title on Home Soil
Team India became the first side to successfully defend the T20 World Cup title, the first to win the tournament on home soil, and the first to claim a third
INDIA
Opposition Protest Interrupts Jaishankar’s Address on Middle East Tensions
On Monday, the second half of the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament began with chaos as Opposition members protested and raised slogans while External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar began for
INDIA
“Go Back Gyanesh Kumar…”: Chief Election Commissioner Met with Protests in Kolkata Amidst SIR Row
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar faced protests in Kolkata on Monday, morning as demonstrators waved black flags and raised “go back” slogans near the Kalighat Temple, where he had arrived
BENGAL
‘No Protocol Lapse’: Mamata Banerjee Tears Into BJP Narrative, Explains Absence at Siliguri Event After Row Over Droupadi Murmu Visit
A political row that erupted in West Bengal after President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday after questioned the absence of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during a programme in Siliguri escalated to
INDIA
From Protocol to Politics: President Draupadi Murmu Questions Bengal Government, Mamata Banerjee Fires Back
A routine presidential visit to North Bengal took an unexpectedly political turn on Saturday, setting off a sharp exchange between President Droupadi Murmu and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.The
INDIA
‘Justice for Ajit Pawar’: Rohit Pawar Meets MPs to Push for Fair Crash Probe
For justice and a fair investigation into the plane crash involving the death of late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others, NCP (SP) MLA, and his nephew Rohit
WORLD
Iran Announces Pause on Attacks Against Neighbouring States; President Pezeshkian Issues Apology
In a move aimed at easing mounting regional tensions, Iran on Saturday announced a pause on attacks against neighbouring countries, with President Masoud Pezeshkian issuing an apology and stating that
INDIA
EAM Jaishankar Says India Permitted Docking of Iran Ship in Kochi 'On Humanitarian Grounds' Amid Israel's Mounting Aggression
India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday said the decision to allow the Iranian vessel IRIS Lavan to dock at Kochi was taken on humanitarian grounds, as he addressed
WORLD
Gulf States on Alert as Missiles and Drones Intercepted Amid Israel–Iran Conflict
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence said its air defence units successfully intercepted two ballistic missiles aimed at Prince Sultan Air Base in Al-Kharj, a key military installation south of Riyadh.
INDIA
Karnataka to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16, CM Siddaramaiah Announces
Karnataka will bar children below the age of 16 from using social media platforms, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced on Friday while presenting the state’s annual Budget. The proposed move aims
INDIA
Has India Become America’s 51st State?’ Prakash Ambedkar Targets Modi Govt Over Russian Oil Issue
Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) president Prakash Ambedkar criticised the Centre after reports claimed that the United States had given India a 30-day “permission” window to continue purchasing oil from Russia.
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee Kicks Off Anti “Unplanned SIR” Dharna in Kolkata, Vows to Unmask 'Sinister Plot' Between BJP & ECI
In another display of defiance amid escalating political tensions ahead of West Bengal's assembly polls, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday launched a high-stakes sit-in protest, accusing the Election Commission
BENGAL
“Boycott BJP”: Abhishek Banerjee Predicts A New Number For Bengal Election 2026
Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Friday sharpened his attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party, calling for a political and social boycott of the party ahead of the
WORLD
TRP Freeze for News Channels: Govt Pulls Plug for 4 Weeks Over Israel–Iran War Coverage
The Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has instructed the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) to halt the publication of Television Rating Points (TRP) for all news channels for
BENGAL
"Jai Samvidhan...": Menaka Guruswamy Debuts on Political Stage, Vows Legal Fight for Bengal Voters’ Rights
Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha elect senior advocate Menaka Guruswamy made her first appearance on a political platform on Friday, sharing the stage with West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and
WORLD
Israel 'Planned Khamenei Assassination Months in Advance, Ops Moved Accordingly': Israel Def Minister
Israel had decided to eliminate Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei as early as November last year and had originally planned to execute the operation around mid-2026, Israel’s Defence Minister Israel
MAHARASHTRA
Maharashtra Cabinet Clears Tough Anti-Conversion Bill; Up to 7 Years Jail, Rs 5 Lakh Fine Proposed
The Maharashtra cabinet has approved a draft anti-conversion law titled the Maharashtra Religious Freedom Act, 2026, proposing stringent punishment for forced or fraudulent religious conversions. The proposed legislation provides for
INDIA
IAF Su-30MKI Fighter Jet Crashes in Assam; Two Pilots Killed During Training Sortie
An Indian Air Force (IAF) Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter aircraft that went off radar during a training exercise in the Karbi Anglong region of Assam has crashed, killing both pilots on
BENGAL
Mamata Banerjee to Sit on Dharna Today in Kolkata Over SIR Row in Bengal, Revives Her Hallmark Street Fight
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is set to stage a sit-in protest in Kolkata on Friday against the controversial Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list, escalating the
BENGAL
Abrupt Exit: West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose Resigns, Tamil Nadu’s RN Ravi Tapped as Replacement Amid Election Buzz; Mamata Calls It Conspiracy
In a stunning development that has sent ripples through West Bengal's political corridors, Governor C.V. Ananda Bose tendered his resignation on Thursday, citing ongoing health concerns as the primary reason
BENGAL
West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose Resigns; Tamil Nadu Governor to Hold Additional Charge
In a dramatic turn of events, Dr. C. V. Ananda Bose has resigned from the post of Governor of West Bengal, bringing an end to his tenure at the Raj
BENGAL
EC Introduces GPS, Bodycam Monitoring for Central Forces Ahead of West Bengal Assembly Polls
The Election Commission of India has put in place a monitoring mechanism to supervise the deployment and movement of central armed police forces in West Bengal ahead of the upcoming
BENGAL
PM Modi to Address Mega Brigade Rally on March 14 in Kolkata Marking the End of BJP’s ‘Parivartan Yatra’ Ahead of Polls
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address a major rally at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata on March 14, marking the culmination of the Parivartan Yatra launched by the
BIHAR
Who Will Succeed Nitish Kumar? Samrat Choudhary, Vijay Sinha Among Frontrunners for Bihar CM Post
As veteran leader Nitish Kumar prepares to move to the Rajya Sabha, a major leadership transition appears to be unfolding in Bihar. The expected shift comes only months after Kumar
KARNATAKA
PM Modi's One Day Karnataka Visit Ahead of 2023 Assembly Elections Costed Rs 33 Crore of Public Funds, RTI Reveals
An RTI response has revealed that more than Rs 33 crore of public money was spent on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s one-day visit to Karnataka on February 27, 2023, weeks
MAHARASHTRA
Sharad Pawar MVA’s Rajya Sabha Candidate; Nomination will be Filed from Residence tomorrow
Veteran leader Sharad Pawar is set to be the Maha Vikas Aghadi’s (MVA) candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections after the alliance partners extended their support to his name.
BIHAR
“Had a desire in my heart…”: Nitish Kumar to Step Down as Bihar CM, Set to Seek Rajya Sabha Seat
Senior politician Nitish Kumar has announced that he will step down from the post of Bihar Chief Minister and seek election to the Rajya Sabha, bringing an end to more
USA
Iran Warns Ships in Strait of Hormuz Could Be Targeted Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
Tensions in the Middle East escalated after Iranian officials warned that any vessel attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz could be targeted if hostilities in the region continue
INDIA
"Recce at Baramati Airport Before Crash...": Rohit Pawar Makes Explosive Claims over Ajit Pawar's Death; Demands Criminal Investigation
NCP MLA and nephew of NCP leader Ajit Pawar, Rohit Pawar alleged that unknown individuals conducted a recce of Baramati Airport before the crash, and said the matter requires a
INDIA
Manipur Crisis: Class XII Student in Relief Camp Dies by Suicide Amid Prolonged Displacement
A 17-year-old Class XII student, who had been residing in a relief camp since violence erupted in Manipur in May 2023, was found dead on Tuesday in an apparent case
INDIA
India Clears Proposal to Procure Additional S-400 Triumf Air Defence Systems from Russia
The Defence Procurement Board (DPB) has cleared a proposal by the Indian Air Force (IAF) to acquire five additional S-400 Triumf air defence systems from Russia, according to officials familiar
WORLD
Israel Strikes Iran's Presidential Office in Overnight Airstrikes on Tehran Leadership Compound
In a significant escalation of the ongoing U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted precision airstrikes overnight targeting key facilities within the Iranian regime's leadership compound
BENGAL
‘Even if its by One Vote…’ Mamata Banerjee Vows to Win Bhawanipore Seat Amid SIR Deletion Row
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday issued a defiant challenge over the integrity of the upcoming assembly elections, asserting that she would win the crucial Bhawanipore seat “even
INDIA
Pakistan President Claims India ‘Preparing for Another War’
Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has claimed that India is “preparing for another war”, months a military standoff between the two cointries in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack.Speaking
INDIA
Ajit Pawar Crash: Son Seeks Arrest of VSR Ventures Owner After Video Surfaces
For the first time since the death of his father, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Jay Pawar on Sunday broke his silence, sharing a video on social media and alleging
INDIA
“Is PM Modi Under Pressure?” Sanjay Raut Questions Silence on Iran Leader’s Death
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s silence following the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He asked whether Israel or the United
BENGAL
Mamata Banerjee To Go On ‘Dharna’ On March 6 Against EC & ‘Disputed’ SIR
West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee will stage a sit-in protest, or dharna, in Kolkata on March 6, 2026, to oppose what her party describes as
BENGAL
National Cricketer Richa Ghosh Among Voters ‘Under Adjudication’ in Bengal SIR List, Raises Questions
The name of Indian cricketer Richa Ghosh, part of the national squad that won the Women’s World Cup in 2025 and widely celebrated across the country, has surfaced in the
WORLD
Air India Cancels 50 International Flights as Middle East Tensions Escalate; Explosions Reported in Dubai
Air India has cancelled 22 additional international flights scheduled for Sunday, raising the total number of overseas service suspensions to 50 amid intensifying instability in the Middle East. The decision
WORLD
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei Assassinated in Coordinated US-Israeli Strikes, Tehran Launches Fresh Strike
Iran has confirmed the death of its Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, following a large-scale joint military operation carried out by the United States and Israel. The unprecedented strikes, targeting strategic