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58 lakh names removed from WB voter rolls under SIR, altering electoral landscape in various districts and key constituencies.
The draft electoral rolls released on Tuesday, December 16, indicate a decline in the state’s electorate from approximately 7.66 crore to over 7.08 crore, due to name…
Intense Discussion and Tension: Priyanka Gandhi and Opposition MPs Rally Against VB-G RAM G Bill for Rural Employment
The Opposition members exited the Lower House following a contentious debate regarding the introduction of the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission…
Critics Raise Concerns: VB-G RAM G Weakens Employment Security Framework by Ending ‘Right to Work’
The Centre plans to present a Bill that repeals the 2005 MGNREGA, replacing it with the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-G RAM G).…
West Bengal SIR: Election Commission Releases List of 5.8 Million Removed Voters; Here’s How to Verify Your Name
The EC provided reasons for the removal of names from the 2026 draft electoral rolls on its website.
Nitish Kumar Removes Woman’s Hijab at Event; Opposition Raises Concerns About His Mental Health
In a video that has since gone viral on social media, the 74-year-old JD(U) leader is seen presenting a certificate to an AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani…
Messi Event Controversy: Bengal Governor Tours Stadium and Calls for Judicial Investigation
During his visit, Bose urged the state government to develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) to prevent future occurrences of such lapses at large public events.…
Preparations Underway for Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti Elections in Punjab on December 14
Voting will begin at 8 am and run until 4 pm, using ballot papers, officials stated. The counting of votes is scheduled for December 17, they added.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Hosts Dinner Meeting with Ministers and Congress MLAs
Present at the meeting were Ministers KH Muniyappa, Mankal Vaidya, MC Sudhakar, and MLAs NA Haris, Ramesh Bandisiddegowda, HC Balakrishna, Ganesh Hukkeri, Darshan…
AAP and SP criticize Rahul Gandhi’s trip to Germany during the ongoing winter session of Parliament.
AAP leader Priyanka Kakkar raised concerns about Gandhi’s visit to Germany during the current winter session of Parliament.
Amit Shah in Lok Sabha: The SIR is the cleansing of the voter list, a process Jawaharlal Nehru undertook three times.
On Wednesday, December 10, Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process aims to clean and refine the voters’ list, noting that…
Govt Amended Legislation to Grant Immunity to Election Commission, Rahul Gandhi States During SIR Discussion in Lok Sabha
On Tuesday, December 9, Congress MP and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, stated that the government altered the law to grant immunity to the…
Vijay honors MGR’s legacy during his first rally in Puducherry, commending the public for their support.
This rally was his first public appearance following the tragic stampede at his Karur rally on September 27, which resulted in 41 fatalities and over 60 injuries.
PM Modi states that Vande Mataram served as a battle cry against British colonialism and empowered India’s fight for independence.
During his address in Lok Sabha on the occasion of 150 years of Vande Mataram, PM Modi highlighted that when the song marked its 50th anniversary, India was still under…
AAP and BJP request Congress to clarify Navjot Kaur Sidhu’s statement about the ‘₹500 crore suitcase’
After her meeting with the state Governor Gulab Chand, Sidhu remarked that the individual who supplies “a suitcase of ₹ 500 crore” becomes the Chief Minister.
Kerala Elections: Campaigning for Initial Phase of Local Body Elections Set to Wrap Up
On Tuesday, seven southern districts—Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, and Ernakulam—will participate in the initial phase of…
Sitharaman criticizes TMC MP for opposing her Hindi speech in Lok Sabha’s cess bill discussion.
While discussing the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill in the Lok Sabha, Roy expressed difficulty in following the minister’s earlier remarks in Hindi.
PM Modi expresses condolences for the passing of former Mizoram governor Swaraj Kaushal.
Kaushal, who was married to the late BJP stalwart Sushma Swaraj, passed away at the age of 73 on Thursday.
Kharge references Dhankhar’s unexpected departure from the Rajya Sabha, met with opposition from the Treasury benches.
In welcoming the Chairman on his inaugural day in the Rajya Sabha on behalf of the Opposition parties, Kharge also referenced Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s comments at…
BJP to Establish New State Headquarters in Lucknow for ₹200 Crore—Find Out More Here
The construction committee, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, evaluated the building’s design during a meeting on Sunday. They will initiate construction upon…
Breakfast camaraderie: Siddaramaiah declares unity with Shivakumar to govern Karnataka together.
“Shivakumar and I stand united, and we will continue to run the government together in the future. We are always in agreement, consider ourselves brothers, and are…
Multi-Party Meeting Prepares for Winter Session; Opposition Advocates for SIR and Security Discussions
On the eve of the Winter Session of Parliament, the government held an all-party meeting on Sunday, November 30, at the Parliament House Annexe. The meeting was chaired…
EC extends SIR timeline by one week, final roll set for February 14.
Election Commission has extended the Special Intensive Revision schedule for electoral rolls in nine states and three Union Territories by an additional week. By PTI…
Delhi Police registers FIR against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in National Herald case following ED’s complaint.
According to official sources, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Delhi Police lodged a complaint against the Gandhis and seven others on October 3.
‘Unified Approach’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM Outline Strategy for 2028 Elections
Speaking to the media following their meeting, CM Siddaramaiah stated, “Whatever decision the high command—Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi—makes, we…
Bengal Reports Fourth BLO Death During SIR, Sparking Political Controversy
This marks the fourth fatality reported in the state since the initiative commenced on November 4, igniting a political blame game.
Local Body Elections: Supreme Court Directs Maharashtra SEC to Proceed, States Results Will Rely on Ruling
A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi stated that 27 petitions regarding OBC reservation in local bodies will be scheduled for final…
Shivakumar States He’s Not Rushing for Anything Amid Dispute Over Karnataka Chief Minister Position
“No… I am not in a hurry for anything,” Shivakumar told ANI when inquired if he had spoken to Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge or Lok Sabha LoP Rahul…
TN Election: Former AIADMK Leader Sengottaiyan Aligns with Actor Vijay’s TVK
The 77-year-old leader, along with his supporters, including a former MP, became part of the newly formed Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and was welcomed by its…
Siddaramaiah and DKS Face Off: Congress Leadership to Determine Karnataka Chief Minister Dispute, States Kharge.
Kharge remarked, “I will call everyone to discuss this. Rahul Gandhi will also be present in the discussion. Other members will also attend. The CM and Dy CM will be…
Kerala’s Labour Minister Announces State Will Not Implement Central Government’s New Labour Codes
While addressing reporters in Thiruvananthapuram, Sivankutty stated that Kerala had clearly communicated its stance during a Union Labour Ministry meeting last month.
4 kg of food grain for Bihar, but GIFT City for Gujarat: Prashant Kishor questions the disparity
In an ANI interview, Kishor pointed out that PM Modi has never discussed establishing any industrial projects in Bihar, while Gujarat boasts initiatives like GIFT City…