Visakhapatnam, Sep 27 (UNI) With the local body elections approaching, steps have been initiated under the leadership of TDP Andhra Pradesh State President and MLA Palla Srinivasa Rao to further strengthen coordination among the NDA alliance partners and move forward with a collective action plan at the grassroots level.
New Delhi, Sep 27 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Opposition over its allegations against the Election Commission, accusing its leaders of attempting to undermine public confidence in constitutional institutions and demanding that cases of treason be registered against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and other Opposition leaders.
Imphal, Sep 26 (UNI) The ideals and vision of Lamyanba Hijam Irawat, who worked tirelessly to unite the people of different communities residing in different parts of Manipur and bring them together as one, should continue to guide the people of the State today, said Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh.
Nagoya, Sep 26 (UNI) Young Indian stars produced a series of eye-catching performances across squash, archery and athletics at the Asian Games here on Saturday, with Anahat Singh completing a stunning comeback to reach the squash final while Dhiraj Bommadevara and Chikitha Taniparthi topped their respective archery qualification rounds.
New Delhi, Sept 25 (UNI) Delhi BJP president Harsh Malhotra on Friday hit out at the Aam Aadmi Party and the Cockroach Janata Party, claiming that they are hand-in-glove with each other. He alleged that it was becoming clear that the CJP is operating solely, and exclusively on AAP funding.
Shimla, September 25 (UNI) State Congress leaders, led by Himachal Pradesh Congress Committee (HPCC) president Vinay Kumar, staged a protest outside the Election Commission office at Kusumpti here on Friday, alleging that the poll panel had failed to function independently and demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Chennai, Sep 25 (UNI) The Madras High Court on Friday advised the Tamil Nadu Ministers and Opposition DMK leaders not to politicise the POCSO case against Granite baron R.Veeramani of Gem Granite facing charges of sexual assault on several minor girls, and ajourned hearing on a plea filed by DMK to Monday, September 28.
Srinagar, Sep 25 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday alleged that the local BJP leadership was opposed to the restoration of full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, saying the party’s objection to the resolution moved in the Legislative Assembly was an attempt to avoid voting on the issue.
Hyderabad, Sep 25 (UNI) A delegation led by National BC Welfare Association president and Rajya Sabha member R Krishnaiah on Friday met Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka and urged the Telangana government to strengthen staffing and improve accommodation and other facilities in BC, SC and ST college hostels.
Aizawl, Sept 24 (UNI) Two veteran members of Mizoram''s ruling Zoram People''s Movement (ZPM), including former IAS officer Rin Sanga, have resigned from the party''s Val Upa Council, its highest decision-making body, amid controversy over Chief Minister Lalduhoma taking over as party president.
Jammu, Sep 24 (UNI) Focussing on strengthening grassroots leadership, addressing village-level governance challenges and using digital tools to improve local administration, FICCI FLO Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh (JKL) jointly with with Prevest DenPro, organised a day-long capacity-building workshop for women Gram Panchayat leaders from across the Jammu region.
New Delhi, Sep 24 (UNI) A day after appointing state in-charges and their deputies, BJP president Nitin Nabin on Thursday named general secretaries (organisation)—Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leaders who serve as the key link between the Sangh and its political arm, the BJP.
Bankura, Sep 23 (UNI) In a major setback to Left-wing extremism in the Junglemahal corridor, three senior Maoist leaders, including two carrying cash rewards, surrendered before the Bengal Police in Bankura on Wednesday.
Bharat Ghandat Dhule, Sep 23 (UNI) As Maharashtra grapples with a severe drought-like situation caused by inadequate rainfall, dance and entertainment programmes reportedly organised in connection with events involving BJP leaders have triggered criticism from the opposition. Minister Jaykumar Rawal has come under fire after videos from a dance programme organised for his son''s birthday surfaced on social media.
New Delhi, Sep 23 (UNI) Former Uttar Pradesh minister Amir Alam Khan and former legislator Nawazish Alam Khan were among several political leaders and public figures from different parties who joined the Congress on Wednesday, in a move that adds up to the party''s organisational outreach in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the assembly elections.
Chennai, Sep 22 (UNI) Amid wide criticisms from the Opposition and from Left parties supporting the government and day after the DMK petitioned the Election Commission of India (ECI) seeking to cancel the ruling TVK''s Star Campaingers list for the October six bypoll to two Assembly seats as it contained the of names alliance party leaders--who are not members of the TVK party--which was in violation of the RPA, the TVK has dropped their names from the list.
Srinagar, Sep 21 (UNI) The opening day of the seven-sitting autumn session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly witnessed sharp exchanges between ruling National Conference and opposition BJP leaders, with the two sides trading allegations over governance, public issues and the disruption of House proceedings.
Durban, Sep 21 (UNI) Lanky speedster Marco Jansen is set to step up and lead South Africa''s pace attack for the upcoming ODI series against Australia, which begins on September 24, following injuries to key fast bowlers. Jansen acknowledged the challenge of missing senior teammates while embracing the extra responsibility.
Vijayawada, Sep 21 (UNI) Tension prevailed at the office of Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh (SAAP) as YSRCP leaders, along with a large number of activists, went there to stage a dharna demanding a CBI probe into the District Selection Committee (DSC) irregularities here on Monday.
New Delhi, Sep 21 (UNI) Congress president and Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday stepped up his criticism of the Election Commission of India over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, alleging that the exercise had exposed serious flaws in the verification of voters and was now even affecting even prominent figures associated with the Bharatiya Janata Party. Kharge said the Congress had opposed the process from the beginning, warning that an exercise launched in Bihar and subsequently extended to Delhi raised concerns over the protect.
Hyderabad, Sep 20 (UNI) TPCC General Secretary and senior spokesperson Chanagani Dayakar on Sunday alleged that the previous BRS government was involved in large-scale land-related irregularities and demanded that former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao''s family disclose details of their properties.
Karimnagar, Sep 20 (UNI) Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Sunday questioned the authority of Congress leaders to enter the private lands of former Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), terming their visit to his farmhouse a “political drama.”Speaking to the media in Karimnagar, Sanjay said that if any government land existed within the farmhouse premises, the government should take immediate possession of it instead of staging political visits.
Copenhagen/Nuuk, Sep 19 (UNI) Denmark and Greenland''s leaders expressed cautious optimism towards the security agreement reached with the US that is expected to expand Washington''s military presence on the semi-autonomous Arctic territory.
Lucknow, Sep 19 (UNI) Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow today hosted the Jaipuria Higher Education Leadership Summit – Praneta 2026, which offered a forum for academic leaders to exchange perspectives on the priorities shaping higher education and recognise individuals and institutions contributing to the sector’s growth.
Kolhapur, Sep 19 (UNI) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Saturday took a jibe at opposition leaders, saying they develop a "stomach ache" whenever he visits his native village, Delhi or London, and quipped that they may need a medicine like "Jamalgota" for it.
Bengaluru, Sep 19 (UNI) India will emerge as the world’s most sought-after destination for design, manufacturing and delivery in the coming decades, former DRDO scientist Dr Prahlada Ramarao said on Saturday, attributing the opportunity to the country’s growing R&D capabilities, skilled workforce and industrial maturity.
Bengaluru/Shikaripur, Sep 17 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s 25-year public life was on Thursday described by senior BJP leaders in Karnataka as a journey driven by national service rather than the pursuit of power, as the party marked his 76th birthday with prayers and a series of public-oriented programmes across the state.
Bengaluru, Sep 17 (UNI) Former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, wishing him a long and healthy life and hoping that he would continue to lead the country with dedication and wisdom.