In a special parliamentary session commemorating the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the Congress party, accusing it of undermining democracy during the Emergency and manipulating the Constitution for political gain.
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju launched a scathing attack on the Congress on Saturday, accusing the party of undermining the Constitution and altering its core values. His remarks came during a Lok Sabha discussion marking the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday slammed the Congress over actor Allu Arjun's arrest and accused the Telangana government of "indulging in publicity stunts" to deflect the blame for the death of a woman in a stampede during the premiere of his film.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has voiced concern over minority safety in Bangladesh, urging Dhaka to take action. India has communicated its worries, hoping for steps to protect minorities.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in Mumbai received a bomb threat email. A case was registered against an unknown accused in the matter.
The Union Cabinet has approved the 'One Nation, One Election' bill, aiming to synchronise general and state elections. This move seeks to enhance governance by reducing frequent electoral disruptions.
A man accused of raping a minor girl in Odisha has been arrested for allegedly murdering her and dismembering her body.
The Labour Ministry is set to revolutionize service delivery for the nation’s vast workforce with an upgraded IT infrastructure. Beginning next year, subscribers of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) will be able to withdraw their provident funds directly from ATMs, marking a significant step toward enhancing convenience and efficiency.
India has achieved a significant milestone in rural literacy, with the rate rising from 67.77 per cent in 2011 to 77.5 per cent in 2023-24 among individuals aged seven and above. This impressive growth includes a notable 14.5 percentage point increase in female literacy, which jumped from 57.93 per cent to 70.4 per cent, while male literacy improved from 77.15 per cent to 84.7 per cent.
Congress leader and MP Gaurav Gogoi has alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is deliberately stalling parliamentary proceedings to avoid discussions on key issues.
SM Krishna, former Karnataka CM, passes away at 92. Reputed for his political service and IT sector contributions.
India aims to boost ties with Bangladesh's interim government, focusing on regional cooperation and inclusivity. Misri's meeting with Yunus highlighted mutual interests and the call for enhanced collaboration.
"Instead of engaging in theatrics and squandering public funds, Congress should introspect on why people do not take 'Balak Buddhi' seriously. If Congress leaders aim to destroy India to defeat PM Modi, they will fail. India will stand against anti-India forces and their allies," Rijiju stated in a social media post, sharing images of Adani with Congress leaders, including Robert Vadra.
SpiceJet's Delhi-Shillong flight diverted to Patna after a bird strike caused a windshield crack. Another Kochi-bound flight returned to Chennai due to a technical issue.
Several Delhi schools received bomb threats via email on Monday, causing widespread panic. Authorities evacuated the schools, conducted searches, but found no explosives.
In a landmark moment, Kerala-born Archbishop Monsignor George Jacob Koovakad will be elevated to the rank of cardinal by Pope Francis in a ceremony at St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City, on Saturday at 9 PM IST. Koovakad will join 20 other new cardinals in this momentous occasion for the global Catholic Church.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju emphasized India's unparalleled commitment to minority welfare during an event at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre.
The Department of Science and Technology’s failure to release funds for women-centric scientific programs like WoS-A and WISE for over seven months has left hundreds of researchers unpaid, jeopardizing critical STEM projects nationwide.
Asserting that previous governments weighed development to votes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the progress of the northeast was not given much emphasis earlier due to fewer population and votes in the region.
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