In Assam fray, BJP smells advantage as tea garden belts brew support
The distribution of land titles to tea workers has emerged as a flagship initiative of the government led by Himanta Biswa Sarma.
'No other state has seen such spate of litigation': SC calls Bengal an exception in nationwide SIR exercise
Approximately 60 lakh names were marked as “under adjudication" in the final list published by the Election Commission on February 28.
Why BJP is betting big on these 54 seats in West Bengal
The 54 seats across the region are strategically crucial for the BJP as it offers both electoral advantage and political opportunity in West Bengal.
PM Modi seeks reopening of Strait of Hormuz, calls for de-escalation
Movement of ships through Strait of Hormuz has become very challenging. Despite the challenging situation, our govenment has made efforts to make ways through dialogue and diplomacy, says PM in Rajya Sabha.
DMK releases list for Puducherry elections, names 13 candidates
The DMK and the Congress signed reached a seat-sharing pact, where in DMK decided to contest in 14 seats and Congress in 16.
NDA's achilles heel in Tamil Nadu? A Sasikala–Ramadoss partnership
Splitting of Thevar and Vanniyar votes may affect the NDA, but the alliance between Ramadoss’ PMK and Sasikala’s new party is still an unknown entity for voters to decipher and make a difference.
Facing cadre anger, Yogi Adityanath pulls up ministers, seeks urgent redressal of workers’ complaints
Workers say that even basic tasks such as getting local roads repaired, securing electricity connections or facilitating water supply required repeated visits to offices with little outcome.
Nitish Kumar elected unopposed as JD(U) president for fourth term
Kumar, who recently entered the Rajya Sabha, had taken over as party president ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections after Lalan Singh stepped down in December 2023.
Bengal polls get 'fishy'? BJP candidate campaigns with 'catla' to woo voters, targets TMC
Explaining his fish-centric campaign, Mukherjee said it was aimed at countering statements by Banerjee that a BJP government would threaten non-vegetarian lifestyles.
OPINION | The Strait that feeds the world
A humanitarian crisis is building behind the oil headlines. Close to half the world’s nitrogen supply relies on Hormuz. War-related disruption can fuel global food inflation
Seat pact sealed in Puducherry: Congress gets 16 and DMK 14
In the NDA camp, the BJP is contesting 10 seats, the All India NR Congress is contesting in 16 constituencies, AIADMK and Latchiya Jananayaga Katchi are contesting two seats each.
OPINION | Trump may want it but conditions are not ripe for a durable ceasefire in West Asia
The probability of a consensual modus-vivendi to the current war, leading to a total and equitable cessation of hostilities remains low
Himachal clears 'widow, orphan cess' Bill with up to Rs 5/litre fuel levy; BJP warns of price rise
Responding to criticism, Sukhu accused the BJP of being “hand in glove” with petrol pump owners and reiterated that the scheme is designed to ensure that “no orphan or widow should feel that they have no guardian.”
PM Modi to speak on West Asia crisis in Rajya Sabha today
PM Modi earlier said that the West Asia crisis has been going on now for more than three weeks and is having a very adverse impact on the global economy and on people's lives.
'Do not politicise issue': SC slams Mamata govt for impeding Kolkata Metro project
Once the Kolkata Metro's Orange line is completed, it will connect New Garia to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport
33% women’s quota: UP, Maharashtra to be biggest gainers of govt’s push for 816 LS seats
To ease political resistance and protect sitting MPs, the government is considering a significant expansion of the Lok Sabha from 543 to 816 seats. This would add 273 new constituencies that would largely be reserved for women.
Mamata’s toughest election: Can BJP crack Bengal in 2026?
With a contentious voter list revision, a new Governor, and whispers of President's rule, the battle for Bengal has already begun — and Mamata Banerjee has never faced longer odds
Kerala polls: Namesake candidates crowd ballots in land of spices
Officials say such overlaps could complicate ballot choices, particularly in closely fought contests.
OPINION | India needs a strategic gas buffer before the next supply shock
India relies heavily on imported gas. Limited storage and supply concentration increase risks. Building storage, diversifying sources, and improving markets can enhance energy security
West Bengal polls: TMC set for fourth straight win, BJP to make big gains, predicts opinion poll
Mamata Banerjee leads the preferred next Chief Minister ranking with 48.5% support, followed by BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari at 33.4%, according to the pre-poll survey.
NDA finalises Tamil Nadu poll seat-sharing: BJP to contest 27, PMK 18, AMMK 11 seats, says report
Under the pact, the BJP will contest 27 seats, the Pattali Makkal Katchi 18 seats, and the Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam 11 seats, accordinng to reports.
PM Modi Assures Fuel Stability As India Diversifies Imports Amid Strait of Hormuz Risks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured that India is taking strong steps to ensure uninterrupted supply of petrol, diesel and LPG despite rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Highlighting that nearly 60% of India’s LPG imports pass through this crucial route, the government is actively diversifying energy sources and exploring alternative supply chains to safeguard domestic needs.
'Farmers won't bear West Asia crisis burden': PM Modi cites Covid-19 playbook in Lok Sabha
Drawing a direct comparison with the Covid-19 pandemic, PM Modi said India has previously navigated similar global disruptions without letting farmers bear the brunt.
Who is Rupali Langthasa? BJP’s new Haflong face in Assam replacing sitting MLA Nandita Gorlosa
A Banaras Hindu University (BHU) graduate, 36-year-old Rupali Langthasa, is a relatively new face in state-level politics but has been gaining attention for her work in local governance.
PM Modi flags India’s rising summer power demand amid West Asia crisis: ‘We are aiming to generate...'
Our renewable coal energy is at 140 gW. Under Govardhan Yojana, rooftop solar panels have been installed in more than 40 lakh houses, says PM Modi.
