Karnataka Chief Minister-elect D K Shivakumar on Tuesday rejected media reports speculating about the composition of the new state Cabinet, stating that no official decision had been announced regarding the list of ministers. Shivakumar, who returned to Bengaluru from New Delhi along with outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah after discussions with the Congress high command, said Read More…
New Delhi: The BJP on Tuesday criticised Congress leader Shashi Tharoor over his remarks on Vande Mataram, alleging that the Congress has once again “capitulated” to the Muslim League, an ally of the ruling coalition in Kerala. The controversy arose after Tharoor questioned the practice of playing all five verses of Vande Mataram at the Read More…
The Congress on Tuesday criticised the Modi government over ongoing protests by villagers in Odisha’s Koraput district against a proposed bauxite mining project, alleging violations of legal provisions governing forest land and tribal rights. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said villagers were protesting against attempts to secure clearances for bauxite mining by allegedly bypassing legal safeguards. Read More…
India and Australia on Monday reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation, overflight and unimpeded maritime trade amid global supply chain disruptions and growing strategic challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. The issues were discussed during talks between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles in New Delhi. Read More…
Congress leader Shanimol Osman was elected Deputy Speaker of the 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly on Tuesday. In the Kerala Assembly elections, Congress leader Shanimol Osman was elected as an MLA after defeating CPI candidate Daleema. Later, she was elected as the Deputy Speaker of the Kerala Legislative Assembly by defeating CPI MLA Muhammad Muhsin from Read More…
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Monday questioned the practice of playing all five verses of Vande Mataram at the beginning and end of official functions, describing it as unnecessary and burdensome for audiences. Speaking to reporters amid the ongoing debate over the national song in Kerala, Tharoor said there was universal respect for Vande Mataram, Read More…
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president and actor-turned-politician Vijay on Monday said he does not wish to be seen as a Chief Minister but as the “chief servant” and a true representative of the people of Tamil Nadu. Addressing party workers and supporters, Vijay said political leadership should be rooted in public service rather than power. Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held talks with Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing, reviewing the full spectrum of bilateral relations and exploring ways to strengthen cooperation in key sectors. Welcoming the Myanmar President on his first foreign visit since assuming office, Modi said India was honoured by his decision to choose India as Read More…
KOLKATA: The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on Monday served a second notice to Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee, directing him to appear before investigators on June 8 in connection with an alleged signature forgery case. CID officials visited Banerjee’s residence for the second time in just over 48 hours and handed over the fresh summons, Read More…
Karnataka Chief Minister-designate D. K. Shivakumar and outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah are set to travel to New Delhi on Monday to hold discussions with the Congress high command on the formation of the new state cabinet. According to party sources, both leaders will arrive in the national capital on Monday afternoon, with their return schedules Read More…