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Kolkata/New Delhi, March 25 In a move aimed at capitalizing on the emotional and political resonance of the RG Kar protests, the BJP on Wednesday fielded the victim doctor's mother from the Panihati assembly constituency as it released its third list of 19 candidates for the upcoming West Bengal...

New Delhi, March 25 The government on Wednesday introduced the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 in the Rajya Sabha, dismissing opposition notices on its introduction through a voice vote.The bill seeks to create a unified legal framework governing personnel...

Kolkata, March 25 Union Home Minister Amit Shah will release a "charge sheet" or a "White Paper" against the West Bengal government and the ruling Trinamool Congress on March 28, during his two-day visit to the election-bound state amidst the upcoming two-phase Assembly elections next month...

Jammu, March 25 J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday called on stakeholders to collaborate and create an environment that fosters a strong professional community.The LG directed stakeholders to prioritize collaboration and to create an environment that fosters a strong professional...

New Delhi, March 25 President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday extended greetings to citizens on the eve of Ram Navami and urged everyone to embrace the teachings of the great story of Lord Ram and pledge to serve the nation with their thoughts, words, and actions.She said that this festival marks...

New Delhi, March 25 A complaint of sexual harassment against artist Bose Krishnamachari was "one of the reasons" for his resignation from the post of president of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale (KMB) in January, Kochi Biennale Foundation chairperson Venu Vasudevan said.However, the co-founder of...

New Delhi, March 24 The Delhi government will establish a "Diti Ayog," similar to the Niti Ayog, to ensure focused, city-centric policy making, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced in her budget speech on Tuesday.While presenting the budget for 2026-27, Gupta elaborated on the good governance...

Shillong, March 24 Meghalaya Governor C.V. Vijayashankar on Tuesday approved a new legislation by the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) that bars non-tribals from contesting tribal council elections, officials said.The GHADC had on Monday approved a key amendment mandating that...

Chandigarh, March 24 Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria said on Tuesday that Aadhaar has become an important document for good governance, transparency, and ease of living.Kataria, who is also the Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh, said that Aadhaar helps the government...

Jaipur, March 24 – Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Tuesday criticized the state government’s functioning through his digital series, “Intezaar Shashtra,” which translates to “The Science of Waiting,” arguing that the government has failed to provide jobs to the youth.On the...

New Delhi, March 24 Whirlpool of India Ltd on Tuesday asserted that its proposal to redesignate Anil Berera as a non-executive Independent Director is fully compliant with the applicable legal framework.Responding to proxy advisory firms, IiAS and SES, which have raised concerns over the...

March 23, New Delhi: In the Lok Sabha, Sikkim MP Indra Hang Subba highlighted the transformative development in Sikkim and the Northeast under PM Narendra Modi. He noted that improved connectivity, better governance, and landmark infrastructure projects like the Pakyong Airport have reshaped the...

New Delhi, March 23 Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla briefed a Sri Lankan parliamentary delegation on department-related standing committees on Monday, stating that they function as "mini-parliaments" and thoroughly examine issues related to governance and finances.He also informed the delegation of...

Jaipur, March 23 Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot alleged on Monday that several public welfare projects initiated during the Congress rule are being delayed under the current BJP government.The senior Congress leader said that since the BJP came to power in the state, it has...

Dehradun, March 23 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings and best wishes to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday for the continued development, good governance, and welfare initiatives being undertaken in the hill state.The Prime Minister conveyed his...

Bhopal, March 23 Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Monday that the state will soon launch its 'AI Mission' to improve governance, enhance transparency, and make services more citizen-friendly.The chief minister made the announcement during an informal discussion with ministers...

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met the Sri Lankan parliamentary delegation in Parliament today. The delegation was led by the Chairman of the Oversight Committee on Infrastructure and Strategic Issues, S.M. Marikkar. In a social media post, the Lok Sabha Speaker stated that the interaction reflected...

Kolkata, March 23 The Election Commission questioned the petitioner's standing on Monday while filing a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging the transfer of several officers of the West Bengal government after the announcement of state assembly elections.The petitioner, a lawyer...

Jammu, March 23 Asserting that the era of terror and terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir is over, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday warned that those representing the remnants of the old terror ecosystem must realize that there is no longer any safe space for terrorism or its supporters in...

Amaravati, March 23 – Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and former Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday for becoming the longest-serving head of government.Pawan Kalyan posted on X, expressing his heartfelt congratulations...