Will Nitish Kumar file Rajya Sabha nomination today? All eyes on Bihar CM as suspense continues
This development is expected to mark the conclusion of Kumar’s record-breaking ten-term tenure as Chief Minister. It also signals a significant shift in the power balance between the JD(U) and BJP
OPINION | Galloping medical inflation is not solely a hospital issue; it starts earlier
Treatment requires a series of steps, with hospitals coming towards the end. Systemic gaps in the chain often result in avoidable hospitalisation and extra expense
India rejects claims of US Navy using its ports for Iran strikes: 'Baseless'
India dismissed these assertions as inaccurate, reaffirming that its ports are not being used for any US military operations against Iran.
From Supriya Sule’s initiative to Uddhav Thackeray’s support: Why MVA backed Sharad Pawar for Rajya Sabha seat
Pawar had earlier indicated he would not enter the fray but made a last-minute U-turn by expressing his desire to contest. Meanwhile, the Shiv Sena, which had been staking claim to the seat for one of its own nominees, has withdrawn its demand.
India news live updates: Nitish Kumar files Rajya Sabha nomination
Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha entry: Who will take over Bihar CM's post? A look at the frontrunners
Amid intense speculation over a likely leadership change, union home minister Amit Shah is expected to be in Patna on Thursday
India VIX surges over 50% in two sessions as middle east crisis jolts markets
The volatility gauge closed at 21.14, a level last seen on May 9, 2025, rising 23.4 percent from the previous close. The index had already jumped more than 25 percent on Monday.
India mcap hits 11-month low as oil surge, middle east tensions weigh on equities
The mcap of all companies listed on the BSE closed at about $4.85 trillion, down 2.7 percent from the previous close of $4.99 trillion. The decline marked both the lowest closing level and the steepest fall since April 2025.
BJP may take Bihar CM post as NDA prepares to ease Nitish Kumar out: Report
Amid the political uncertainty, Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to be in Patna on Thursday to attend the nomination process of BJP president Nitin Nabin as a Rajya Sabha candidate from Bihar.
Nitish Kumar to file Rajya Sabha nomination tomorrow, Amit Shah likely to visit Bihar: Reports
Amit Shah, reportedly will hold a BJP core group meeting where he will discuss the next political process. The party will later appoint an observer to elect the new legislative party leader who will swear in as chief minister.
Pakistan PM Sharif calls Hindus 'valuable,' Zardari seeks restrained Holi celebrations
Highlighting the cultural significance of the festival, the prime minister said Holi reflected social harmony and diversity through its vibrant colours.
Tamil Nadu polls: Congress to contest 28 seats in alliance with DMK, bags one Rajya Sabha seat
The Congress is set to contest 28 seats in the 234-member assembly. Additionally, the grand old party has also been offered one Rajya Sabha seat.
9.5 million barrels of Russian crude near India as Delhi seeks backup supplies
Russia signals readiness to divert crude to India as Hormuz disruptions threaten oil flows amid escalating West Asia conflict.
Sharad Pawar is MVA's pick for lone Rajya Sabha seat in Maharashtra
Nitish Kumar to resign as Bihar CM? JDU chief likely to file Rajya Sabha nomination, say reports
Nitish Kumar, 75, has taken oath as Chief Minister of Bihar for a record 10 times.
Baramati plane crash: Rohit Pawar alleges attempts to shield VSR Ventures
Rohit Pawar also accused VSR company of indulging in several grave lapses in the past. The Learjet 45 aircraft, operated by VSR Ventures, crashed near the Baramati air strip in Pune district on January 28, killing Pawar and four others
Mahesh Jethmalani says Pakistan 'in crosshairs' of Iran war, cites IRGC airspace allegations
Whether they call it 'operational reasons' or 'routing', it screams one thing: Islamabad is nervous about spillover, says the senior advocate and Rajya Sabha MP.
OPINION | From AI pilots to enterprise platform transformation
Many companies remain stuck in AI pilots but real value will come when organisations redesign processes build platforms and scale AI across the enterprise
OPINION | West Asia’s geopolitical tremors reinforce India’s swadeshi doctrine
Sanghnomics: Amid global instability, India is advancing disciplined Swadeshi. It is moving beyond import substitution. The focus is on building critical capacities. The aim is to protect economic sovereignty and engage global markets from a position of strength
Inside India’s response to Middle East crisis: Evacuations and fuel price protection
The government is weighing measures to cushion the middle class if global crude prices surge and begin to push up domestic petrol and diesel rates, according to report.
Kashmir MP booked for sharing ‘misleading’ content on Khamenei killing protests
According to reports, NC MP criticised the Centre’s response to the US–Israel strikes on Iran and the assassination of Khamenei, saying the government’s silence raises serious questions about India’s foreign policy.
ITBP celebrates Holi with villages along Pangong lake at 14,300ft | Watch
Security personnel and villagers came together to exchange sweets and splash colours
Haryana horror: History-sheeter pumps 8 bullets into wife outside residence
Police are reviewing CCTV footage from surrounding areas to put together the chain of events and track the suspect's movements leading up to and following the incident.
OPINION | Make no mistake, Tibet’s solar farms buildout is grey zone warfare
The spatial pattern of renewable energy installations across Tibet tells a story that goes well beyond China’s carbon neutrality ambition. India should be paying closer attention
Israeli envoy says Iran strikes an 'operational opportunity' after PM Modi left Tel Aviv
Azar says it took roughly two days after PM Modi’s departure for the decision to take shape, with final approval from Israel’s security cabinet granted on February 28 morning.
