PoliticsTrinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has accused the BJP-led central government of endangering West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee by withdrawing her long-serving personal security detail. Moitra decried the move as a calculated act of humiliation, contrasting the reduction in Banerjee’s protection with the high-level security provided to RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat.
PoliticsCalling the recent string of egg-throwing incidents against Trinamool Congress figures a display of 'deemocracy,' BJP leader Agnimitra Paul suggested the protests represent long-simmering public fury. She argued that while the BJP does not endorse lawlessness, the hostility is a direct consequence of systemic corruption and unchecked government misgovernance.
PoliticsRJD MP Sudhakar Singh has issued a formal legal notice to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, demanding a comprehensive audit of all donations and expenditures spanning the 2021-2026 fiscal years. The move follows escalating political pressure and allegations of financial misconduct surrounding the temple’s construction funds.
PoliticsWest Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh has slammed Mamata Banerjee’s participation in a recent hawkers' march as a desperate attempt to stay relevant. Speaking to reporters, Ghosh accused the TMC chairperson of orchestrating the very encroachment crisis she now protests, claiming her political influence has eroded to the point of performative public displays.
PoliticsRejecting claims that Taiwan’s refusal to accept Beijing’s rule constitutes a provocation, President Lai Ching-te signaled on Thursday that the island remains committed to bolstering its military capabilities. He urged the United States to expedite pending arms sales while emphasizing that the responsibility for regional stability lies with China’s increasing coercion.
PoliticsUnion Minister Prataprao Jadhav has accused Sanjay Raut of orchestrating the decline of the Shiv Sena (UBT) faction through his aggressive rhetoric. As whispers of a potential mass defection under the moniker 'Operation Tiger' circulate, Jadhav insists the Rajya Sabha MP’s confrontational language is driving the party toward total collapse.
PoliticsKarnataka Opposition Leader R. Ashok has labeled the state’s flagship Gruha Lakshmi scheme an "organised loot," alleging that public funds are being funneled to thousands of deceased and unverified ghost beneficiaries while oversight committees remain idle and continue to collect taxpayer-funded salaries and perks.
PoliticsUttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya claims that 25 to 26 Samajwadi Party MPs are prepared to defect, fueling speculation of a major political realignment. While Maurya asserts the ruling party is not actively poaching members, the narrative follows aggressive rhetoric from SBSP chief Om Prakash Rajbhar.
PoliticsConflict erupted Thursday as BJP leader Prakash Reddy dismissed criticism from Rahul Gandhi and other opposition figures regarding the temporary restriction of Telegram. While Gandhi characterized the move as an attempt to punish students rather than address systemic corruption, Reddy labeled the opposition's stance as opportunistic political theater.
PoliticsWith currency-counting machines failing to keep pace with the alleged spoils of office, BRS Working President K T Rama Rao has launched a blistering offensive against the Congress government, accusing senior ministers of systemic extortion, illegal land-grabbing, and a total abandonment of pre-election welfare commitments.
PoliticsLegislators gathered at Vidhana Soudha on Thursday to cast ballots for seven Legislative Council seats, marking a pivotal test for Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. With eight candidates vying for the vacancies, the outcome hinges on whether parties can secure the 28-vote threshold required for each seat.
PoliticsDismissing fears of cross-voting, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha General Secretary Mithilesh Kumar Thakur declared the INDIA bloc’s numbers secure as polling opened for the state’s two Rajya Sabha seats. Thakur explicitly rejected the possibility of legislative defections, framing the contest as a battle against the opposition's reliance on financial influence.
PoliticsA fleet of BJP and NDA legislators departed from a Ranchi hotel this morning, heading to the Legislative Assembly to cast ballots for two vacant Rajya Sabha seats. The high-stakes contest pits JMM’s Baidyanath Ram and Congress nominee Pranav Jha against Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani, who has secured crucial backing from the NDA.
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PoliticsWith voting underway for seven Legislative Council seats in Karnataka, Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka has dismissed concerns over cross-voting within his ranks. He remains adamant that the BJP and its JD(S) alliance partners will secure the necessary support to ensure both their candidates emerge victorious in the biennial contest.
PoliticsA fresh barrage of ballistic missiles struck Kyiv early Thursday as Ukrainian drones targeted an oil refinery in Moscow, marking a violent escalation just hours after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy held high-stakes discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump and European leaders to coordinate a path toward ending the protracted war.
PoliticsPresident Lai Ching-te signaled that Taiwan expects a prompt green light for new American arms shipments, framing the island’s defensive buildup not as a calculated provocation against Beijing, but as a fundamental necessity for preserving its democratic autonomy against an increasingly assertive neighbor.
PoliticsExplosions rocked Kyiv and a major oil refinery burned in Moscow on Thursday, as the latest surge in cross-border hostilities coincided with high-stakes international phone calls. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy signaled a new push for negotiations, holding discussions with Donald Trump and European leaders to coordinate a path toward ending the conflict.
PoliticsFollowing a sharp legislative pruning of its initial $40 billion supplementary defense request, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense is pivoting to a leaner strategy. On Thursday, officials proposed an additional T$210 billion—roughly $6.66 billion—specifically earmarked for an expansive drone procurement program lasting through 2031.
PoliticsPyongyang has pulled its newly appointed ambassador to Britain, Mun Myong Sin, just one month into his tenure, effectively downgrading diplomatic relations between the two nations. This move serves as a direct retaliatory measure against British sanctions targeting the Songdowon International Children’s Camp.
PoliticsExplosions rocked Kyiv early Thursday as Russian ballistic missiles targeted the capital, forcing residents into shelters. The bombardment unfolded shortly after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy held high-level talks with Donald Trump and European leaders, attempting to forge a coordinated path toward ending the protracted conflict.
PoliticsA 90-minute dinner conversation in Evian-les-Bains has yielded more than diplomatic consensus for South Korean President Lee Jae Myung. Beyond the strategic discussions regarding peace on the Korean peninsula, the summit concluded with a symbolic gift from Donald Trump: the very pen the U.S. President used to sign official documents.
PoliticsConflict between the United States and Iran has reached a precarious pause with a 14-point interim agreement signed by both presidents. Despite the ceasefire, Donald Trump warned he would resume bombing if Tehran fails to honor terms, even as he reversed his earlier vow to dismantle Iran’s ballistic missile program.
PoliticsExplosions rocked Kyiv early Thursday as Russian ballistic missiles targeted the capital, forcing residents into shelters. The assault unfolded hours after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy held high-stakes discussions with Donald Trump and European leaders to coordinate a potential path toward ending the protracted conflict.
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PoliticsExplosions rocked Kyiv early Thursday as Russian ballistic missiles targeted the capital, forcing residents into shelters. The strike followed high-stakes discussions between Volodymyr Zelenskiy, Donald Trump, and European leaders, aimed at finding a framework to end the protracted conflict that has ravaged the region for over four years.
PoliticsBeijing’s invitation for Taiwanese fans to use Chinese platforms or travel to the mainland to watch World Cup matches has met with sharp rebuke from Taipei. Taiwan’s government labeled the gesture an irrelevant intrusion, asserting that local broadcasts are fully accessible and the offer serves no practical purpose for its citizens.
PoliticsConflict persists in southern Lebanon despite a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran that mandates an immediate end to hostilities. While the digital agreement secures a 60-day window for a final truce, Donald Trump has signaled a willingness to resume military strikes if Tehran fails to comply.
PoliticsFederal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh launched a comprehensive review of central bank operations Wednesday, signaling a shift in how the institution manages monetary policy. While the committee maintained current interest rates, the move marks a departure from previous communication strategies as officials grapple with persistent inflation and economic volatility.
PoliticsUnited States and Iranian leaders have formalized a memorandum of understanding to halt hostilities, marking a fragile pivot in a war defined by months of airstrikes and maritime blockades. While the agreement offers a path to de-escalation, President Donald Trump warned he remains prepared to resume military strikes if commitments are breached.
PoliticsThe United States and Iran have signed a 14-point interim agreement to halt their months-long war, though President Donald Trump warned he would resume hostilities if Tehran fails to honor the terms. The deal marks a significant pivot for the U.S. administration, which previously vowed to dismantle Iran’s entire missile infrastructure.
PoliticsExplosions rocked Kyiv early Thursday as Russian forces launched a fresh missile barrage against the Ukrainian capital. Tymur Tkachenko, head of the city's military administration, confirmed the attack via Telegram, prompting widespread air raid sirens across nearly every region of the country as residents scrambled for safety.