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PM Modi draws massive crowds in roadshow in Kerala ahead of April 9 polls

Fresh from a public meeting in Thiruvalla, Modi arrived at the state capital in the evening and began a 1.5-km roadshow from Killipalam

PM Modi draws massive crowds in roadshow in Kerala ahead of April 9 polls
Updated On : 04 Apr 2026 | 7:31 PM IST

EC suspends four Kolkata cops over lapses at Adhikari's nomination filing

In a communique to the West Bengal chief secretary, the poll panel said the direction is based on a recommendation from state Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal

EC suspends four Kolkata cops over lapses at Adhikari's nomination filing
Updated On : 04 Apr 2026 | 7:10 PM IST

Kerala lagging despite resources, LDF exit countdown has begun: Modi

PM Narendra Modi says Kerala is falling behind despite strong potential, blames LDF for slow development and predicts NDA will form government for the first time

Kerala lagging despite resources, LDF exit countdown has begun: Modi
Updated On : 04 Apr 2026 | 5:37 PM IST

Bulldozer ignores concerns of locals: Congress on Great Nicobar project

Citing a report, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said the Andaman and Nicobar administration has prepared a draft plan to "relocate" Nicobarese families affected by the project

Bulldozer ignores concerns of locals: Congress on Great Nicobar project
Updated On : 04 Apr 2026 | 2:18 PM IST

Haryana Congress panel to submit report on cross-voting in RS polls

Five MLAs are accused for cross-voting in favour of BJP-backed Independent candidate Satish Nandal and have been issued a show-cause notice by the Congress

Haryana Congress panel to submit report on cross-voting in RS polls
Updated On : 04 Apr 2026 | 8:51 AM IST

Raghav Chadha raised common man's issues, not Punjab matters: AAP MP Gupta

On Chadha's removal as Deputy Leader, Gupta clarified that such decisions are part of internal party processes and are subject to change

Raghav Chadha raised common man's issues, not Punjab matters: AAP MP Gupta
Updated On : 04 Apr 2026 | 6:59 AM IST

Special session amid assembly elections draws Opposition criticism

While elections in Puducherry, Assam, and Kerala are scheduled for April 9, polls in West Bengal will be held in two phases on April 23 and April 29. In Tamil Nadu, polls will be held on April 23

Special session amid assembly elections draws Opposition criticism
Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 11:39 PM IST

AAP writes to RS secretariat to remove Raghav Chadha as deputy leader

Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Mittal from Punjab is likely to be appointed as the new deputy leader

AAP writes to RS secretariat to remove Raghav Chadha as deputy leader
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 8:50 PM IST

Mamata Banerjee vows to drive BJP out of Bengal first, then Delhi

She accused the poll body of acting at the BJP's behest, alleging development work in the state has stalled

Mamata Banerjee vows to drive BJP out of Bengal first, then Delhi
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 8:12 PM IST

West Bengal Assembly election 2026: Can Mamata Banerjee's TMC hold off BJP?

The 2026 West Bengal election is shaping up as a sharply polarised contest between the TMC and the BJP, with the Left Front and Congress largely confined to pockets

West Bengal Assembly election 2026: Can Mamata Banerjee's TMC hold off BJP?
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 6:38 PM IST

Congress will repeal CAPF legislation when it comes to power: Rahul

Rahul Gandhi' remarks came a day after the Rajya Sabha passed the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, with a voice vote amid an Opposition walkout

Congress will repeal CAPF legislation when it comes to power: Rahul
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 2:18 PM IST

Mamata blames EC for 'failing to protect' judicial officers engaged in SIR

Seven judicial officers engaged in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) were rescued by security forces after protesters gheraoed them for several hours on Wednesday

Mamata blames EC for 'failing to protect' judicial officers engaged in SIR
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 1:22 PM IST

From Naxalbari to near-endgame: Tracing the rise and fall of Naxalism in India

From a 1967 peasant revolt to a pan-India insurgency, and now a shrinking footprint, here's a look at how Naxalism rose, spread and declined over time

From Naxalbari to near-endgame: Tracing the rise and fall of Naxalism in India
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:00 PM IST

'Time to make Bharat a superpower': Leander Paes after joining BJP

Leander Paes, who still holds the crown as India's most successful tennis player, previously made his political debut by joining the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress (TMC) in Goa in 2021

'Time to make Bharat a superpower': Leander Paes after joining BJP
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 10:06 AM IST

Cash, liquor, narcotics worth over ₹274 cr seized in Bengal ahead of polls

The elections to the 294-member West Bengal assembly will be held in two phases April 23 and April 29. Votes will be counted on May 4

Cash, liquor, narcotics worth over ₹274 cr seized in Bengal ahead of polls
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:45 PM IST

War has hit all nations, but India managed it well: PM Narendra Modi

Modi said India's decision to join the Pax Silica initiative aims to strengthen the supply of critical minerals

War has hit all nations, but India managed it well: PM Narendra Modi
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 11:30 PM IST

India moves closer to being Maoist-free, Amit Shah lists govt's steps

35 'most-affected' districts in 2014 down to zero; only 2 remain: Shah

India moves closer to being Maoist-free, Amit Shah lists govt's steps
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 10:57 PM IST

BJP MP's CIA claim on Biju Patnaik sparks outrage across Odisha

Remarks linking Biju Patnaik to CIA role during 1962 war draw sharp backlash, with leaders across parties defending his legacy and calling the claims baseless

BJP MP's CIA claim on Biju Patnaik sparks outrage across Odisha
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 10:41 PM IST

Nitish Kumar's 20 years and Bihar's growth story: A look at his legacy

After 20 years in power, Nitish Kumar leaves behind a legacy of governance reforms and social empowerment, even as questions linger over Bihar's industrial growth

Nitish Kumar's 20 years and Bihar's growth story: A look at his legacy
Updated On : 29 Mar 2026 | 10:51 PM IST

Infra push meets fiscal reality in Assam ahead of Assembly elections

Development, fiscal stress and identity issues dominate Assam polls, as parties battle over growth claims and governance ahead of elections

Infra push meets fiscal reality in Assam ahead of Assembly elections
Updated On : 29 Mar 2026 | 10:42 PM IST