Karnataka BJP Seeks Revocation of Suspension of 18 MLAs, Cites Protest Context and Precedents
A delegation of BJP leaders in Karnataka met Legislative Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader at his office in Vidhana Soudha, Bengaluru on Monday, formally requesting the revocation of the suspension of 18 BJP MLAs. The legislators were suspended last month for alleged misconduct and disruption of Assembly proceedings. The suspension, which drew widespread attention, was enforced on March 21, when the 18 MLAs were penalized with six months suspension from the Karnataka Legislative Assembly
Karnataka BJP Seeks Revocation of Suspension of 18 MLAs, Cites Protest Context and Precedents
A delegation of BJP leaders in Karnataka met Legislative Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader at his office in Vidhana Soudha, Bengaluru on Monday, formally requesting the revocation of the suspension of 18 BJP MLAs. The legislators were suspended last month for alleged misconduct and disruption of Assembly proceedings. The suspension, which drew widespread attention, was enforced on March 21, when the 18 MLAs were penalized with six months suspension from the Karnataka Legislative Assembly
Rahul Gandhi Urges Telangana CM Revanth Reddy to Enact Rohith Vemula Act Against Caste Bias
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has written to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy urging the immediate enactment of the Rohith Vemula Act, a legislative framework aimed at combating caste-based discrimination in educational institutions. In his letter dated April 17, Rahul Gandhi called for decisive legislative action to ensure that no student from marginalized communities faces indignity or exclusion in the education system due to their caste identity. The letter
Rahul Gandhi Urges Telangana CM Revanth Reddy to Enact Rohith Vemula Act Against Caste Bias
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has written to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy urging the immediate enactment of the Rohith Vemula Act, a legislative framework aimed at combating caste-based discrimination in educational institutions. In his letter dated April 17, Rahul Gandhi called for decisive legislative action to ensure that no student from marginalized communities faces indignity or exclusion in the education system due to their caste identity. The letter
AP Liquor Scam Twist: CID Grills MP Midhun Reddy After Sai Reddy’s Revelations
The Andhra Pradesh liquor scam is gaining renewed attention as CID investigations intensify. After MP Vijayasai Reddy’s explosive testimony, which implicated Raj Kasireddy and MP Midhun Reddy, the heat has turned on the latter. Just a day after Sai Reddy’s shocking claims, Midhun Reddy arrived at the Vijayawada Commissioner of Police office for questioning. The scam involves allegations of liquor brand licensing fraud, illicit packaging, and large-scale cash-only trans
AP Liquor Scam Twist: CID Grills MP Midhun Reddy After Sai Reddy’s Revelations
The Andhra Pradesh liquor scam is gaining renewed attention as CID investigations intensify. After MP Vijayasai Reddy’s explosive testimony, which implicated Raj Kasireddy and MP Midhun Reddy, the heat has turned on the latter. Just a day after Sai Reddy’s shocking claims, Midhun Reddy arrived at the Vijayawada Commissioner of Police office for questioning. The scam involves allegations of liquor brand licensing fraud, illicit packaging, and large-scale cash-only trans
Andhra Pradesh Plans India’s Tallest Statue in Amaravati to Honour NTR, Seeks Centre’s Approval
The Andhra Pradesh government led by Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has proposed an ambitious plan to honour the legacy of legendary actor and former CM of united Andhra Pradesh, Nandamuri Taraka Ramarao (NTR), by erecting India’s tallest statue in the state capital, Amaravati. This monumental project is expected to surpass the current tallest statue in the country — the Statue of Unity in Gujarat — which stands at 597 feet and is dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Andhra Pradesh Plans India’s Tallest Statue in Amaravati to Honour NTR, Seeks Centre’s Approval
The Andhra Pradesh government led by Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has proposed an ambitious plan to honour the legacy of legendary actor and former CM of united Andhra Pradesh, Nandamuri Taraka Ramarao (NTR), by erecting India’s tallest statue in the state capital, Amaravati. This monumental project is expected to surpass the current tallest statue in the country — the Statue of Unity in Gujarat — which stands at 597 feet and is dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Mithun Chakraborty Slams Mamata Banerjee Over Waqf Protest, Calls Her a Threat to Bengali Hindus
In a fiery statement on Thursday, BJP leader and veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty launched a sharp political offensive against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, holding her responsible for the recent communal tensions linked to the Waqf protest in Murshidabad. He accused her of being a divisive force in the state and directly blamed her for the ongoing violence that has shaken parts of Bengal. Speaking exclusively to India Today TV, Chakraborty claimed that Mamata Banerjee,
Mithun Chakraborty Slams Mamata Banerjee Over Waqf Protest, Calls Her a Threat to Bengali Hindus
In a fiery statement on Thursday, BJP leader and veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty launched a sharp political offensive against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, holding her responsible for the recent communal tensions linked to the Waqf protest in Murshidabad. He accused her of being a divisive force in the state and directly blamed her for the ongoing violence that has shaken parts of Bengal. Speaking exclusively to India Today TV, Chakraborty claimed that Mamata Banerjee,
CBI Raids AAP Leader Durgesh Pathak's Home Over FCRA Case, Sparks Political Controversy
In a development that has ignited a fresh round of political controversy, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday conducted a raid at the residence of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Durgesh Pathak in connection with alleged violations of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA). The raid comes just days after Pathak was appointed as the party’s co-in-charge for the Gujarat Assembly elections scheduled for 2027. The timing of the raid has triggered a strong reactio
CBI Raids AAP Leader Durgesh Pathak's Home Over FCRA Case, Sparks Political Controversy
In a development that has ignited a fresh round of political controversy, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday conducted a raid at the residence of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Durgesh Pathak in connection with alleged violations of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA). The raid comes just days after Pathak was appointed as the party’s co-in-charge for the Gujarat Assembly elections scheduled for 2027. The timing of the raid has triggered a strong reactio
Joe Biden Slams Trump Administration Over Social Security Cuts in First Post-Office Speech
After months out of the spotlight, former President Joe Biden returned to the national stage with a blistering critique of the current administration’s handling of Social Security and the deepening divide in American politics. Addressing a crowd of policy advocates and community leaders, Biden warned of sweeping staff reductions at the Social Security Administration (SSA) and accused the White House of undermining a foundational institution that millions of Americans rely on. Biden&rs
Joe Biden Slams Trump Administration Over Social Security Cuts in First Post-Office Speech
After months out of the spotlight, former President Joe Biden returned to the national stage with a blistering critique of the current administration’s handling of Social Security and the deepening divide in American politics. Addressing a crowd of policy advocates and community leaders, Biden warned of sweeping staff reductions at the Social Security Administration (SSA) and accused the White House of undermining a foundational institution that millions of Americans rely on. Biden&rs
Singapore Elections 2025: PM Lawrence Wong Faces First Test Amid Global Economic Turmoil
Singaporeans will head to the polls on May 3, 2025, for a landmark general election that will test Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s leadership amid increasing global economic uncertainty and domestic political shifts. This marks the first election under Wong, who succeeded Lee Hsien Loong, ending decades of leadership under the influential Lee family. The ruling People's Action Party (PAP), in power since 1959, is expected to retain its majority, but with growing opposition strength a
Singapore Elections 2025: PM Lawrence Wong Faces First Test Amid Global Economic Turmoil
Singaporeans will head to the polls on May 3, 2025, for a landmark general election that will test Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s leadership amid increasing global economic uncertainty and domestic political shifts. This marks the first election under Wong, who succeeded Lee Hsien Loong, ending decades of leadership under the influential Lee family. The ruling People's Action Party (PAP), in power since 1959, is expected to retain its majority, but with growing opposition strength a
MK Stalin Forms High-Level Panel for State Autonomy, Renews Attack on NEET and NEP Policies
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, in a significant move towards strengthening state rights, on Tuesday announced the formation of a high-level committee led by former Supreme Court judge Kurian Joseph. The committee will examine and recommend steps to enhance Tamil Nadu’s autonomy amid growing friction with the Union government. The announcement was made during his address in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, highlighting what Stalin termed as "persistent overreach by the Centre." T
MK Stalin Forms High-Level Panel for State Autonomy, Renews Attack on NEET and NEP Policies
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, in a significant move towards strengthening state rights, on Tuesday announced the formation of a high-level committee led by former Supreme Court judge Kurian Joseph. The committee will examine and recommend steps to enhance Tamil Nadu’s autonomy amid growing friction with the Union government. The announcement was made during his address in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, highlighting what Stalin termed as "persistent overreach by the Centre." T
ED Raids Congress Leader Pratap Singh Khachariyawas in Rs 48,000 Crore PACL Ponzi Scam Probe
In a high-profile development, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched a series of raids on Tuesday, including one at the Jaipur residence of senior Congress leader and former Rajasthan minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas. The action is part of the central agency's ongoing investigation into the multi-crore Pearl Agro Corporation Limited (PACL) scam, which is one of India’s largest known ponzi schemes, reportedly involving a staggering Rs 48,000 crore. According to ED officials, t
ED Raids Congress Leader Pratap Singh Khachariyawas in Rs 48,000 Crore PACL Ponzi Scam Probe
In a high-profile development, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched a series of raids on Tuesday, including one at the Jaipur residence of senior Congress leader and former Rajasthan minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas. The action is part of the central agency's ongoing investigation into the multi-crore Pearl Agro Corporation Limited (PACL) scam, which is one of India’s largest known ponzi schemes, reportedly involving a staggering Rs 48,000 crore. According to ED officials, t
Justin Ball Named Dallas Fire-Rescue Chief, Will Lead $430M Department Starting April 23
The City of Dallas has officially named Justin Ball as the next Chief of Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR), making him the 18th person to hold the position in the department’s long-standing history. Ball, who has been serving as interim chief since June 2024, was selected from a competitive pool of 32 candidates and is set to formally take over as chief on April 23, 2025. A native of northeast England, Chief Ball brings with him nearly three decades of experience within the Dallas Fire-Rescue De
Justin Ball Named Dallas Fire-Rescue Chief, Will Lead $430M Department Starting April 23
The City of Dallas has officially named Justin Ball as the next Chief of Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR), making him the 18th person to hold the position in the department’s long-standing history. Ball, who has been serving as interim chief since June 2024, was selected from a competitive pool of 32 candidates and is set to formally take over as chief on April 23, 2025. A native of northeast England, Chief Ball brings with him nearly three decades of experience within the Dallas Fire-Rescue De
Amit Shah’s Chennai Visit Sparks Speculation Over Tamil Nadu BJP Leadership Change
A major development is expected in the Tamil Nadu unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to Chennai today. The high-profile visit has led to intense political speculation about an imminent change in the state leadership, particularly amid discussions about strengthening the alliance between the BJP and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) ahead of upcoming elections. Amit Shah is scheduled to hold a crucial meeting with se
Amit Shah’s Chennai Visit Sparks Speculation Over Tamil Nadu BJP Leadership Change
A major development is expected in the Tamil Nadu unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to Chennai today. The high-profile visit has led to intense political speculation about an imminent change in the state leadership, particularly amid discussions about strengthening the alliance between the BJP and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) ahead of upcoming elections. Amit Shah is scheduled to hold a crucial meeting with se
PM Modi to Inaugurate ₹3,880 Cr Projects in Varanasi During His 50th Visit Today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to make a historic 50th visit to his parliamentary constituency, Varanasi, since taking office in 2014. The Prime Minister’s visit, which reaffirms his deep connection with the holy city, is packed with the inauguration and foundation stone-laying of 44 development projects valued at a cumulative ₹3,880 crore. These initiatives cover a wide array of sectors including rural upliftment, education, law enforcement, power, infrastructure, and urban beau
PM Modi to Inaugurate ₹3,880 Cr Projects in Varanasi During His 50th Visit Today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to make a historic 50th visit to his parliamentary constituency, Varanasi, since taking office in 2014. The Prime Minister’s visit, which reaffirms his deep connection with the holy city, is packed with the inauguration and foundation stone-laying of 44 development projects valued at a cumulative ₹3,880 crore. These initiatives cover a wide array of sectors including rural upliftment, education, law enforcement, power, infrastructure, and urban beau
Revanth Reddy Credits Chandrababu Naidu for Hyderabad’s IT Revolution, Hails Hitec City Vision
In what can be described as a politically significant moment, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has made a strong public statement acknowledging the contribution of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu in transforming Hyderabad into one of India’s foremost IT hubs. This statement comes at a time when debates around the origins of Hyderabad’s IT success are being widely discussed and sometimes contested across political and social circles. Speaking at a public ev
Revanth Reddy Credits Chandrababu Naidu for Hyderabad’s IT Revolution, Hails Hitec City Vision
In what can be described as a politically significant moment, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has made a strong public statement acknowledging the contribution of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu in transforming Hyderabad into one of India’s foremost IT hubs. This statement comes at a time when debates around the origins of Hyderabad’s IT success are being widely discussed and sometimes contested across political and social circles. Speaking at a public ev
Kavitha Calls Pawan Kalyan a “Comedian” Again, Janasena Hits Back with “Clown” Jibe
Political clashes are heating up once again in Telangana, as a long-standing war of words between BRS’s Kalvakuntla Kavitha and Janasena Party chief Pawan Kalyan has flared up in public view. The tensions, which trace back over a decade, have once again taken center stage due to a controversial remark from Kavitha during her latest podcast episode. This isn’t the first time Kavitha has openly mocked Pawan Kalyan. Back in 2014, in what became a widely circulated and polarizing stat
Kavitha Calls Pawan Kalyan a “Comedian” Again, Janasena Hits Back with “Clown” Jibe
Political clashes are heating up once again in Telangana, as a long-standing war of words between BRS’s Kalvakuntla Kavitha and Janasena Party chief Pawan Kalyan has flared up in public view. The tensions, which trace back over a decade, have once again taken center stage due to a controversial remark from Kavitha during her latest podcast episode. This isn’t the first time Kavitha has openly mocked Pawan Kalyan. Back in 2014, in what became a widely circulated and polarizing stat
Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Law Firm Behind Defamation Suits Against Fox News, Lindell
In a controversial move stirring legal and political debate, President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order targeting Houston-based law firm Susman Godfrey, the firm that previously led high-profile defamation lawsuits against Fox News and MyPillow founder Mike Lindell over false 2020 election claims. The order, issued from Trump’s office, directs federal agencies to terminate contracts with Susman Godfrey, citing its alleged engagement in “activities detrimental to
Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Law Firm Behind Defamation Suits Against Fox News, Lindell
In a controversial move stirring legal and political debate, President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order targeting Houston-based law firm Susman Godfrey, the firm that previously led high-profile defamation lawsuits against Fox News and MyPillow founder Mike Lindell over false 2020 election claims. The order, issued from Trump’s office, directs federal agencies to terminate contracts with Susman Godfrey, citing its alleged engagement in “activities detrimental to
Sunil Jakhar Accuses Punjab CM of Misusing Intelligence, Urges Governor for Probe
Punjab BJP President Sunil Kumar Jakhar has ignited a political firestorm after penning a strongly worded letter to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, alleging a “grave constitutional breach” and “institutional abuse” by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. In his letter, Jakhar raised serious concerns about the misuse of the state’s intelligence machinery for political espionage, calling for a judicial or independent inquiry into the matter. Jakhar’s charges stem from
Sunil Jakhar Accuses Punjab CM of Misusing Intelligence, Urges Governor for Probe
Punjab BJP President Sunil Kumar Jakhar has ignited a political firestorm after penning a strongly worded letter to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, alleging a “grave constitutional breach” and “institutional abuse” by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. In his letter, Jakhar raised serious concerns about the misuse of the state’s intelligence machinery for political espionage, calling for a judicial or independent inquiry into the matter. Jakhar’s charges stem from
S Ramadoss Reclaims PMK Presidency, Sidelines Son Anbumani Amid Party Rift
In a dramatic turn of events that has sent ripples through Tamil Nadu’s political landscape, Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) founder Dr. S Ramadoss has reclaimed the role of party president, effectively demoting his son and successor, Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss, to the position of working president. The announcement, made from Ramadoss’s Thailapuram residence in Villupuram district, signals a significant power shift within the PMK and
S Ramadoss Reclaims PMK Presidency, Sidelines Son Anbumani Amid Party Rift
In a dramatic turn of events that has sent ripples through Tamil Nadu’s political landscape, Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) founder Dr. S Ramadoss has reclaimed the role of party president, effectively demoting his son and successor, Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss, to the position of working president. The announcement, made from Ramadoss’s Thailapuram residence in Villupuram district, signals a significant power shift within the PMK and
Arvind Kejriwal Blames BJP for Power Outages in Delhi Amid Soaring Summer Demand
The national capital is once again witnessing a political showdown, this time over a critical issue—electricity supply. Former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal launched a scathing attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday, blaming the recent wave of power outages on the alleged mismanagement by the BJP-led administration. Kejriwal took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to express his frustration over what he
Arvind Kejriwal Blames BJP for Power Outages in Delhi Amid Soaring Summer Demand
The national capital is once again witnessing a political showdown, this time over a critical issue—electricity supply. Former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal launched a scathing attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday, blaming the recent wave of power outages on the alleged mismanagement by the BJP-led administration. Kejriwal took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to express his frustration over what he
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Rs 500 Crore Bribery Allegation Over Mining Lease Renewals
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has landed in fresh controversy after social activist H Ramamurthy Gowda submitted a formal petition to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, seeking sanction to prosecute the CM under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The complaint alleges that Siddaramaiah accepted a Rs 500 crore bribe in 2015 for renewing eight mining leases without opting for the auction route. The petition, accessed exclusively by India Today, claims that Siddaramaiah’s
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Rs 500 Crore Bribery Allegation Over Mining Lease Renewals
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has landed in fresh controversy after social activist H Ramamurthy Gowda submitted a formal petition to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, seeking sanction to prosecute the CM under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The complaint alleges that Siddaramaiah accepted a Rs 500 crore bribe in 2015 for renewing eight mining leases without opting for the auction route. The petition, accessed exclusively by India Today, claims that Siddaramaiah’s









