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Congress leader's letter exposes 'Team Rahul vs Team Priyanka' rift: BJP

In a post on X, BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla cited the letter and said the Congress's internal tensions were "out in the open now"

Congress leader's letter exposes 'Team Rahul vs Team Priyanka' rift: BJP
Updated On : 12 Dec 2025 | 3:33 PM IST

BJP leadership has summoned party MLAs to Delhi for talks: Biren Singh

Singh also expressed hope that a popular government may be formed soon in the state

BJP leadership has summoned party MLAs to Delhi for talks: Biren Singh
Updated On : 12 Dec 2025 | 2:45 PM IST

Told to form alliance at any cost before civic polls: Maharashtra BJP Prez

Responding to a question about perceived differences between Shinde and state Forest Minister Ganesh Naik, Chavan said that there should not be any animosity in politics

Told to form alliance at any cost before civic polls: Maharashtra BJP Prez
Updated On : 12 Dec 2025 | 2:20 PM IST

Govt 'under pressure' on issues of election reform, Vande Mataram: Rahul

Deputy Leader of the Congress in the Lok Sabha Gaurav Gogoi said it was discussed during the meeting that the party was successful in raising the current problems of the people

Govt 'under pressure' on issues of election reform, Vande Mataram: Rahul
Updated On : 12 Dec 2025 | 1:01 PM IST

Cong cites Rajmohan Gandhi's remark against 'vote chori' charge on Nehru

The person chosen by Gandhi was unanimously decided as the next president of the Congress, Rajmohan Gandhi said

Cong cites Rajmohan Gandhi's remark against 'vote chori' charge on Nehru
Updated On : 12 Dec 2025 | 11:20 AM IST

Karnataka Dy CM, over 30 Congress legislators, ministers meet for dinner

The dinner meeting came a day after CM Siddaramaiah, along with ministers and a few legislators considered close to him, met for a dinner hosted by former Belagavi North MLA Feroz Sait

Karnataka Dy CM, over 30 Congress legislators, ministers meet for dinner
Updated On : 12 Dec 2025 | 10:24 AM IST

Congress didn't give due respect to Vande Mataram, says Nadda in RS

Concluding the debate on Vande Mataram in the Rajya Sabha, Nadda asserted that the government does not want to tarnish the image of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru

Congress didn't give due respect to Vande Mataram, says Nadda in RS
Updated On : 11 Dec 2025 | 2:28 PM IST

Appeared under pressure: Rahul Gandhi as he takes dig at Shah's LS speech

Rahul also claimed that Shah did not respond to any of the points raised by him and remained evasive including on transparent voter lists, EVMs and granting immunity to the chief election commissioner

Appeared under pressure: Rahul Gandhi as he takes dig at Shah's LS speech
Updated On : 11 Dec 2025 | 12:49 PM IST

SIR opposed to keep illegal immigrants on poll rolls, says Amit Shah

Shah attributed the Opposition's protest against the SIR to the incompetence of its leadership to win elections, and not Electronic Voting Machines or 'vote chori (theft)'

SIR opposed to keep illegal immigrants on poll rolls, says Amit Shah
Updated On : 10 Dec 2025 | 11:22 PM IST

BJP slams Rahul Gandhi over plans to visit Berlin during Winter Session

Gandhi is scheduled to attend a major Indian Overseas Congress event in Berlin on December 17, where he will meet IOC leaders from across Europe

BJP slams Rahul Gandhi over plans to visit Berlin during Winter Session
Updated On : 10 Dec 2025 | 11:29 AM IST

Zelenskyy refuses to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support

The Ukrainian president arrived at Castel Gandolfo, a papal residence outside Rome, for a meeting with Pope Leo XIV and is to have talks with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni later

Zelenskyy refuses to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support
Updated On : 09 Dec 2025 | 10:48 PM IST

Vote chori anti-national act, EC colluding with BJP: Rahul Gandhi

BJP defends EVMs, cites Rajiv Gandhi's pilot project, accuses Opposition of double standards

Vote chori anti-national act, EC colluding with BJP: Rahul Gandhi
Updated On : 09 Dec 2025 | 10:48 PM IST

Mamata asks PM Modi to apologise for 'Bankim da' remark in Lok Sabha

The flashpoint was PM's reference to the author during a discussion in Lok Sabha on Monday to commemorate 150 years of the national song, Vande Mataram, written by Chattopadhyay

Mamata asks PM Modi to apologise for 'Bankim da' remark in Lok Sabha
Updated On : 09 Dec 2025 | 2:03 PM IST

Sukhbir Singh Badal to fight next Punjab assembly elections from Gidderbaha

According to the Shiromani Akali Dal press release, the SAD president made these announcements following intense pressure from party workers during the inauguration of the party office

Sukhbir Singh Badal to fight next Punjab assembly elections from Gidderbaha
Updated On : 09 Dec 2025 | 10:00 AM IST

Parliament clears Bill to levy cess on pan masala manufacturing units

The Rajya Sabha returned the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025, to the Lok Sabha. The bill was approved by the Lower House on Friday

Parliament clears Bill to levy cess on pan masala manufacturing units
Updated On : 08 Dec 2025 | 11:00 PM IST

Nehru betrayed Vande Mataram that inspired freedom struggle: PM Modi

Priyanka Gandhi calls for debate to close chapter on 'complaints, insults' against India's first PM

Nehru betrayed Vande Mataram that inspired freedom struggle: PM Modi
Updated On : 08 Dec 2025 | 10:46 PM IST

Share copy of latest party constitution in 30 days: EC to parties

It said each registered political party is also obliged to furnish to EC, any and all amendments carried out to their constitution

Share copy of latest party constitution in 30 days: EC to parties
Updated On : 08 Dec 2025 | 8:34 PM IST

Govt wanted debate on Vande Mataram as Bengal polls near: Priyanka Gandhi

"You want us to keep delving into the past because this government does not want to look at the present and the future," she said

Govt wanted debate on Vande Mataram as Bengal polls near: Priyanka Gandhi
Updated On : 08 Dec 2025 | 5:59 PM IST

Elections, amendments and agitations: The political story of India in 2025

India's political landscape saw many changes in 2025, with big election wins, new laws, protests and major diplomatic moves shaping the discourse. Here's a look at key events

Elections, amendments and agitations: The political story of India in 2025
Updated On : 08 Dec 2025 | 4:16 PM IST

BJP has abandoned its responsibilities as Oppn in Karnataka: Priyank Kharge

Speaking to reporters, Congress's Priyank Kharge took a dig at the BJP for remaining silent on matters that fall under the purview of the central government

BJP has abandoned its responsibilities as Oppn in Karnataka: Priyank Kharge
Updated On : 08 Dec 2025 | 3:06 PM IST