Ajit Pawar’s death reignites NCP merger debate
Mumbai, Jan 28 (IANS) The untimely death of a dynamic leader, the Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP President Ajit Pawar, has left a void in the state’s politics and given rise to countless questions about the future course of action. Issues such as party leadership, the NCP’s position in the government, and the merger […]
Gujarat govt to bear ration transport cost for Anganwadi workers
Ahmedabad, Jan 28 (IANS) In a decision that will benefit thousands of Anganwadi workers across Gujarat, the state government, on Wednesday, accepted a long-pending demand and decided to bear the cost of transporting foodgrains and rations supplied to Anganwadi centres. Until now, Anganwadi workers were required to pay out of their own pockets to transport […]
Pawan Kalyan meets HM Amit Shah, discusses ‘ongoing issues’ in Andhra Pradesh
Amaravati, Jan 28 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Wednesday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi and discussed ‘ongoing issues’ in the state. The Jana Sena leader posted on social media that he had a meaningful meeting with Amit Shah at his residence. “We held detailed discussions on the […]
‘Created a void, extremely unfortunate’: Uddhav, Raj Thackeray condole death of Ajit Pawar
Mumbai, Jan 28 (IANS) Shiv Sena-UBT chief and former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray expressed grief over death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash, saying that he has lost a steadfast leader and an excellent colleague from his cabinet. “When I was the Chief Minister, Ajit Pawar was the Deputy Chief […]
HM Amit Shah set for two-day Bengal visit ahead of state polls
Kolkata, Jan 28 (IANS) Amid the crucial Assembly elections in West Bengal scheduled later this year, the Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set for a two-day visit to the poll-bound state by end of this month, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) sources said. An insider from the state BJP committee said that Union Home Minister […]
Express regret over Governor’s insult: Karnataka BJP to Congress govt; CM denies disrespect
Bengaluru, Jan 28 (IANS) Karnataka BJP on Wednesday slammed the Congress-led government, alleging that under the pretext of discussing the motion of thanks to the Governor’s address, ruling party members insulted the Governor for declining to read the speech prepared by the State Cabinet while addressing the joint session. The BJP demanded that the government […]
BJP driven by ideology, not power; Nation First is its core principle: Arunachal CM
Itanagar, Jan 28 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Wednesday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party is a “party with a difference” that functions on the principle of “Nation First” and is guided by ideology rather than the pursuit of power. While addressing the state-level orientation programme of newly elected Zilla Parishad Chairpersons […]
Mary Milben backs PM Modi, urges Trump to pivot
Washington, Jan 28 (IANS) In a forceful message on global leadership and diplomacy, singer and actress Mary Millben lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s handling of US-India tensions and urged Washington to “pivot” its approach, saying dignity and strategic restraint had elevated PM Modi’s standing on the world stage. While reaffirming that President Donald Trump and […]
Iran ready for peace process within international law, president tells Saudi crown prince
Tehran, Jan 28 (IANS) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian voiced Iran’s readiness to welcome any process leading to peace and conflict prevention “within the international law framework while fully safeguarding the rights of the country and its people.” He made the remarks in a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman […]
Bangladesh elections face uncertainty amid US pullback: Senator
Washington, Jan 28 (IANS) Uncertainty is growing over Bangladesh’s upcoming elections as US engagement declines and democratic support weakens, raising concerns about political stability in a country that directly affects India’s regional security environment, a senior US lawmaker has said. Mark Warner, chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, told IANS in an exclusive interview that […]
