Mandya- Infighting within the ruling Congress party in Karnataka surfaced once again on Wednesday after senior leader and former MP L.R. Shivarame Gowda publicly stated that deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar will become the Chief Minister in November, fuelling speculation over a mid-term leadership change. Indirectly referring to the removal of Minister K.N. Rajanna, he…
New Delhi- The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses with a financial outlay of Rs 11,440 crore. The landmark initiative aimed at boosting domestic production and achieving self-sufficiency in pulses will be implemented over a six-year period from 2025-26 to 2030-31.The Pulses Mission is…
New Delhi- The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the increase in the minimum support prices (MSP) for all mandated rabi crops for the 2026-27 marketing season to ensure remunerative prices to the growers for their produce. The highest increase in MSP has been announced for…
New Delhi- Former Union Home Minister P. Chidambaram’s recent revelations about the decision-making process following the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks have ignited sharp political reactions in Maharashtra, as leaders lashed out at the previous UPA-led government for what they termed as “weakness” under international pressure. The criticism follows P. Chidambaram’s recent remarks about the decision-making…
Bengaluru- Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge was admitted to a private hospital in Bengaluru on Tuesday for a planned pacemaker implantation procedure, his son and Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge confirmed on Wednesday. Priyank Kharge, who is the Karnataka Minister for Rural Development and Panchayat Raj, and IT/BT, said that the Congress president was advised to undergo…
New Delhi- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday lauded the “silent, yet crucial role of Defence Accounts Department (DAD)” during the Operation Sindoor, which ensured “efficient resource utilisation, financial management and war preparedness”. Speaking during the celebrations of the 278th Foundation Day of the DAD in New Delhi, the Defence Minister commended the Department for…
New Delhi- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed sadness over the loss of lives and damage caused by the earthquake in the Philippines. He stated that India stands in solidarity with the Philippines at this difficult time. In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi stated, “Deeply saddened to learn about the…
Chennai-Tamil Nadu BJP President K. Nainar Nagenthran on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister M.K. Stalin over the Karur stampede of September 27 that claimed 41 lives and injured many during actor-politician Vijay’s TVK rally. After visiting the injured and bereaved families along with a BJP parliamentary fact-finding team, Nagenthran said the tragedy…
New Delhi- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday released a specially designed commemorative postage stamp and a silver coin to mark the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), highlighting the organisation’s contribution to the nation. The event was held at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre in Delhi and was attended by RSS General…
Hyderabad- B. Shivadhar Reddy on Wednesday assumed office as the Director General of Police of Telangana. After taking charge at the DGP’s office, he stated that ensuring peaceful and smooth conduct of local body elections was their immediate priority.He told media persons that the police force was taking all steps to assist the State Election…
