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Congress demands Gangwar's apology for 'North Indian' commen

Congress spokesperson Rajiv Shukla also pointed out that the country's unemployment rate has touched an all-time high at 8.2 per cent.

Loyalist to get key posts in Congress rejig later this month

"The party is looking for ideologically committed workers and leaders. Loyalty to the party and experience in handling party organisation will be the prime eligibilities in selecting people to key posts," said a senior Congress leader.

Pratapsingh Rane not quitting party: Goa Congress

The Congress on Monday dismissed speculation on social media, that former Chief Minister and senior party MLA Pratapsingh Rane had given his consent for his appointment as the new Governor of Haryana.

‘No 56 can stop you’: Chidambaram gets birthday letter from son Karti at Tihar​

Karti highlighted that turning 74 is nothing compared to turning 100-days old, taking a dig at the BJP-led Central government which recently released a 100-day progress report. In his letter, Karti took subtle digs at the BJP-led government, citing various recent events. “You are 74 years old and no 56!!! Can stop you," he wrote.

There would have been no Hindustan without RSS, says Rajasthan BJP chief

"Historical facts are no more hidden...who was behind Partition? Who got in collusion with the Mughals and the Britishers? I feel that without the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, there would have been no Hindustan," Rajasthan BJP chief Satish Poonia said.

CPI-M slams Sitharaman over state of economy, asks people to rise in protest

The CPI(M) on Sunday criticised Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, saying decisions taken by her ministry have resulted in the economic slowdown. 

Mamata could be taught lessons like Chidambaram: BJP MLA Surendra Singh on NRC

"If Mamata Banerjee wants to keep Bangladeshis and do politics then she should become the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, if she has the courage. We will never tolerate if foreigners come to India, stay here as refugees and influence Indian politics," Surendra Singh said.

All cases against Azam Khan would be withdrawn if SP comes to power: Akhilesh Yadav

All cases lodged against Rampur MP Azam Khan would be withdrawn if the Samajwadi Party comes to power, its president Akhilesh Yadav said on Saturday, drawing a sharp retort from Union minister Santosh Gangwar, who termed the assertion an "unrestrained gossip".

Nirmala Sitharaman 'clueless' in dealing with economic slowdown, taking 'cosmetic' measures: Cong

The Congress on Saturday alleged that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was "clueless" in dealing with the economic slowdown and termed the latest steps announced by her to boost the economy as "cosmetic" and "piecemeal".

Centre's economic situation delicate, claims MP CM Kamal Nath

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath on Saturday said the Centre was in a "delicate condition" financially due to economic slowdown in the country. He added that MP was less affected by the economic downturn as it was primarily an agrarian state.

Hindi Divas: Tamil Nadu parties protest Amit Shah's tweet on 'common national language'

Opposing Home Minister Amit Shah's pitch for Hindi as the nation's common language, AIADMK on Saturday cautioned against its 'imposition' while the DMK demanded that he withdraw his view, since it would "infringe national integrity."

Kadaknath chicken: MP government to sell meat at milk stalls, BJP frowns

The Congress-led government in Madhya Pradesh is planning to sell Kadaknath chicken meat at milk outlets to cater to the growing demand. The move is, however, opposed by BJP MLA Rameshwar Sharma who said it would hurt "religious sentiments" as cow milk is considered "pious".

BJP MPs replace Cong leaders as heads of 2 parliamentary panels

The Lok Sabha Secretariat updated the details of parliament's standing committees for the newly constituted 17th Lok Sabha late night on Friday night.

Majority of government's promises fulfilled says Punjab CM Amarinder Singh

  The Chief Minister said that he also informed the party President of the key programmes implemented successfully by his government, including employment generation, drug eradication, farm debt waiver and the extension of PMJAY health insurance cover to 42 lakh families in the state, among others.

For 40 yrs, Uttar Pradesh ministers haven't paid own income tax. Here's why

Amit Shah requested to inaugurate city Durga Puja, TMC blames BJP of politicising the festival

Senior BJP leader, Mukul Roy said on Thursday that the decision to invite Shah had been taken by the puja organisers themselves and the party had no role to play in it.

Aishwarya Rai, Tej Pratap Yadav's wife rushes out of in-laws residence bursting in tears | VIDEO

Tej Pratap Yadav's wife Aishwarya Rai left Lalu Prasad and Rabri Devi's residence in a huff and sat in a car purportedly belonging to her father, RJD legislator Chandrika Rai. Here is a video.

No need for odd-even scheme in Delhi: Nitin Gadkari

Under the scheme, odd and even numbered vehicles ply on alternate days.

EXCLUSIVE | Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar speaks to India TV

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar speaking exclusively to India TV over a range of issues.

Journo-turned-politician Praful Singh joins BJP

"I decided to take the plunge to work for the betterment of people. Just blaming politics for everything is not the right approach. I decided to take the political plunge and work directly with the people," Praful said.

Akhilesh Yadav: I'm being stopped from going to Rampur

Samajwadi Party Chief, Akhilesh Yadav has said that he is being stopped from going to Rampur.

Congratulations to Modi government on 100 days of 'no development': Rahul Gandhi

Taking a dig at the Modi government, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday "congratulated" it on 100 days of "no development".He alleged that there was a glaring lack of leadership, direction and plans to turnaround the "ravaged economy".

Ahead of polls, PM launches metro lines in Mumbai, inaugurates smart city in Aurangabad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday visited Maharashtra ahead of Assembly polls, launching three new metro lines in Mumbai and inaugurating a smart city project in Aurangabad. Rs 3.5 lakh crore will be spent in the next five years under the `Jal Jeevan Mission' which aims to provide piped water to all rural households by 2024, he said during the visit.

Delhi Congress leaders meet Sonia over new state unit chief

According to a party leader, senior Delhi Congress leaders Narendra Nath, Ramakant Goswami, Mangat Ram Singhal and Kiran Walis had an over one-hour meeting with Sonia Gandhi at her residence. They took up the issue of new state party chief and new state in-charge of the Congress.

Nirmala Sitharaman hits back at Mamata Banerjee: One should be proud of ISRO

Nirmala Sitharaman has made a strong exception to Mamata Banerjee's alleged remark that Chandrayaan 2 was an attempt to divert attention from India's economic slowdown.  

BJP troubled with 'I love Kejriwal' campaign: AAP

Speaking during a public meeting, AAP leader Gopal Rai said the more BJP will oppose the Arvind Kejriwal government, the more people will love Kejriwal.

Kumari Selja appointed Haryana Congress chief; Bhupinder Hooda to head CLP, chair election committee

The Congress party has appointed Kumari Selja as the chief of Haryana Congress. Former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda has been elected as the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) leader and Chairman of the State Election Committee in Haryana.

Violence erupts after ED arrests DK Shivakumar, Congress calls for Karnataka bandh on Wednesday

Violence erupted in Karnataka after Congress MLA DK Shivakumar's arrest late on Tuesday. In Kanakapura, Shivakumar's constituency, his supporters vandalised a state transport bus.