India, Politics, 26th Aug 2019, News & Stories from India

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India Politics 26 Aug 2019

India, Politics, 26 Aug 2019

Dharmendra Pradhan's swipe at Gandhi came in response to a question on the former Congress president's constant attack on the government over the situation in Kashmir. (Photo: File)

Rahul isolated within Congress over stand on Kashmir: BJP

Gandhi had said that the Oppn and the press got a taste of the 'draconian administration' and 'brute force' unleashed on the people in J&K.

26 Aug 2019 8:40 PM

The state Assembly polls are due in September-October. (Photo: Representational)

Ahead of Maharashtra Polls, another NCP MLA set to join Shiv Sena

Last month, NCP MLA Pandurang Barora, who represented Shahapur Assembly seat in Palghar district, joined the Shiv Sena.

26 Aug 2019 7:49 PM

Speaking at a review meeting on Left Wing Extremism (LWE), Kumar warned against the proposed discontinuance of Special Infrastructure Scheme (SIS) from the next financial year. (Photo: File)

Combating naxal menace a joint responsibility of centre and states: Nitish

Kumar flagged need for change in existing policy which put financial burden of deployment of forces in naxal-infested areas on state govt.

26 Aug 2019 6:45 PM

'He had posted content that showed PM Modi and Union minister Smriti Irani in a bad light,' Police said. (Photo: File)

Nagpur man posts 'offensive' content against PM Modi, RSS; gets arrested

He was arrested from his house around 4 am on Sunday.

26 Aug 2019 5:47 PM

The SP, Mayawati-led Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) and Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) had contested the national elections under the banner of 'mahagathbandhan' (grand alliance) in Uttar Pradesh earlier this year. (Photo: ANI)

Akhilesh Yadav's Samajwadi Party dissolves its Delhi unit with immediate effect

On August 23, the party said it dissolved all its national and state units with immediate effect.

26 Aug 2019 4:32 PM

Earlier, the statues of the highly respected rational leader EVR Periyar were found vandalised in some parts of the state, drawing widespread condemnation. (Photo: Representational image)

Political leaders condemn vandalism of Ambedkar statue in Tamil Nadu

Peace prevailed Nagapattinam district, as officials moved swiftly to replace the damaged statue of Ambedkar with a new one.

26 Aug 2019 3:42 PM

After Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury suggested Satya Pal Malik be made the president of BJP's Jammu and Kashmir unit, the Governor hit back at him and said that he does not care about such remarks. (Photo: File)

'I don't care': J&K Guv on Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's remarks

Chowdhury had said that the J&K Governor statements are like those given by BJP leaders and he should be made the chief of BJP in state.

26 Aug 2019 2:42 PM

Addressing state minister's conference on Jal Jeevan Mission in Delhi, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat exuded confidence and said that the target would be achieved if all the stakeholders walk together. (Photo: ANI)

Jal Jeevan Mission can't be successful without community participation: Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

PM Modi on August 15, had announced from Red Fort that his government will spend Rs 3.5 lakh crore on its ambitious Jal Jeevan Mission.

26 Aug 2019 2:37 PM

Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya welcomed the statement of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati slamming Opposition leaders for attempting to enter Srinagar without permission. (Photo: ANI)

Bulandshahr violence accused welcomed, UP Dy CM KP Maurya says ‘BJP played no role in it’

Inspector Subodh Kumar and a local youth were killed in Bulandshahr last year when mob went on rampage over allegations of cow slaughter.

26 Aug 2019 2:27 PM

'The delegation will explore areas where development has not reached,' Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said. (Photo: File)

Team of Minority Affairs ministry to visit J&K, will explore underdeveloped areas

The team will be led by Secretary of the ministry, Shailesh.

26 Aug 2019 2:15 PM

‘It was your task to supervise it. We want you to give compensation to the owners of the cows, otherwise, we will launch a protest and pelt stones at the building of the electricity board,’ BJP leader Gopal Bhargava said. (Photo: ANI)

MP: Several cows electrocuted, BJP leader threatens to attack electricity board's office

Bhargava seeking compensation for owners of the cattle warned the electricity board of severe protest.

26 Aug 2019 2:14 PM

The EC had earlier given concession to the Janata Dal (United) under a rule to contest polls in the two states using its symbol. (Photo: File)

EC says JD(U) can't use 'arrow' symbol to contest elections in J'khand, Maharashtra

In March this year, the EC had ordered that the JMM and the Shiv Sena cannot use their poll symbol in Bihar.

26 Aug 2019 12:41 PM

The delegation of Opposition leaders detained at Srinagar Airport. (Twitter/ @INC)

Mayawati slams Rahul, other Oppn leaders over visit to J&K without permission

The former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister also said that it will take some time for normalcy to return in Jammu Kashmir.

26 Aug 2019 11:52 AM

The Narendra Modi-led government on Monday withdrew the former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's top Special Protection Group (SPG) security. He will have Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) cover, the home ministry has decided. (Photo: File)

SPG cover security withdrawn for Manmohan Singh, Z+ security continues

SPG is given to former prime ministers and their families based on threat perception.

26 Aug 2019 10:08 AM

The JD(S) leader had reportedly alleged that Siddaramaiah was never happy with the government formation under him. (Photo: File)

'Never treated me as friend but like an enemy': Siddaramaiah on Kumaraswamy

Siddaramaiah's comments came after Kumaraswamy in an interview said Siddaramaiah treated JD(S) as first enemy.

26 Aug 2019 9:57 AM

Dutt was a Samajwadi Party (SP) candidate for the Lucknow Lok Sabha constituency in 2009 but withdrew after the court refused to suspend his conviction under the Arms Act. (Photo: File)

Years after political venture with SP, Sanjay Dutt to join Maharashtra BJP-ally RSP

Dutt, 60, is set to join the Rashtriya Samaj Paksh which is a junior ally of the ruling BJP in Maharashtra.

26 Aug 2019 8:21 AM

Kerala Congress leaders slam Tharoor for praising PM

No need to glorify Modi, say state leaders.

26 Aug 2019 2:33 AM

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Ghulam Nabi Azad return from Srinagar at IGI Airport in New Delhi on Saturday. (Photo: PTI)

Brute force unleashed on people in J&K: Rahul Gandhi

Says Opp. leaders got a taste of draconian administration during visit to Srinagar.

26 Aug 2019 2:32 AM

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