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Decision yet to be taken, UP Tourism minister on possibility of holding cabinet meeting during Maha Kumbh

Lucknow, January 9: Uttar Pradesh Tourism Minister Jaiveer Singh said on Thursday that it is possible to hold the cabinet meeting of the state government in Prayagraj during the Maha Kumbh 2025, but reiterated that the UP CM is yet to decide on it.


Rajya Sabha Dy Chairman Harivansh underlines need for commitment to peace and economic growth in J-K Assembly address

New Delhi, January 9: Deputy Chairman Rajya Sabha, Harivansh, on Thursday addressed the orientation session for newly elected members of the Jammu & Kashmir Assembly. He elaborated on various avenues for members to represent the interests of their constituents to be effective legislators and their role in improving governance standards.


Antony asks Cong leaders to concentrate on Kerala local body polls, not on next CM

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 9: Breaking his silence, veteran Congress leader and former Defence Minister A.K. Antony on Thursday asked his junior colleagues in the party to concentrate on the upcoming local bodies elections and not on the 2026 Assembly polls in Kerala.


3-day orientation programme for J-K MLAs kick starts in Jammu

Jammu, January 9: A three-day orientation programme for the newly elected MLAs of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir started on Thursday.


3-day orientation programme for J-K MLAs kick starts in Jammu

Jammu, January 9: A three-day orientation programme for the newly elected MLAs of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir started on Thursday.


Chandrababu Naidu hails PM Modi as a global leader

Visakhapatnam, Jan 8: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday called Prime Minister Narendra Modi a global leader who is applauded by the whole world.


Delhi polls: Gehlot rejects Kejriwal's 'Congress-BJP alliance' claim, says Cong aiming to win (IANS Interview)

New Delhi, Jan 8: Former Rajasthan Chief Minister and Congress veteran Ashok Gehlot on Wednesday outrightly rejected AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal's allegation that there is "secret cooperation" between the Congress and the BJP for the Delhi polls. Talking to IANS, Gehlot called it totally untrue.


I am 65 now, not 70, clarifies Mamata Banerjee

Kolkata, Jan 8: Three days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted her on her 70th birthday on Sunday, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said that her current age is just 65 and that is not mentioned in the official records.


Democracy is rooted in our hearts: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Kanpur,, January 8: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday underscored the strength of India's democracy, emphasizing that its foundations are rooted in the hearts of the Indian people.


PM Modi, CM Naidu, Pawan Kalyan hold huge roadshow in Vizag

Visakhapatnam, Jan 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan held a huge roadshow here on Thursday evening.


Kangana Ranaut says 'Emergency' is not a political film, won't influence the choice of voters

Mumbai, Jan 8: Actress-director Kangana Ranaut, who is set to essay the role of the former Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi in her upcoming directorial 'Emergency', has said that it's not a political film, and it won't influence the choice of voters.


Kangana talks about extending invitation to Priyanka and the entire Gandhi family for 'Emergency'

Mumbai, Jan 8: Actress Kangana Ranaut, who is gearing up for her upcoming movie 'Emergency', has shared that she extended an invitation to politician Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.


Union Minister Nitin Gadkari extends birthday wishes to Tripura CM Manik Saha

New Delhi, January 8: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday extended birthday wishes to Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha.


Wanted to thank PM Modi: Sharmistha Mukherjee after Centre dedicates site for Pranab Mukherjee Memorial

New Delhi, January 8: After the Central government allotted a dedicated site for the establishment of a memorial for honouring former President Pranab Mukherjee, his daughter, Sharmistha Mukherjee expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his gesture.


Delhi election dates: Voting on Feb 5, results on Feb 8

New Delhi, Jan 7: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday announced February 5 as the date of voting for the 70-member Delhi Legislative Assembly and the results will be declared on February 8.


Prime Minister Narendra Modi wishes nation on Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti

New Delhi, January 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday celebrated Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti on Monday.


Kangana Ranaut on 'Emergency': This story isn't just about a controversial leader

Mumbai, Jan 6: Actress-filmmaker and parliamentarian Kangana Ranaut's film “Emergency” is all set to hit the screens on January 17 and she says that the story isn't just about a controversial leader as it delves into themes that remain profoundly relevant today.


FairPoint: PM Modi's 'AAPda' jibe shakes Delhi politics, more for Kejriwal's AAP

New Delhi, Jan 5: No one could have believed that the word 'AAPda (disaster)' could create ripples in political circles. The word is only about destruction and sadness and has nothing to do with politics. But, suddenly in the election campaign for the Delhi Assembly polls, the word has assumed significance. AAPda may as well turn the tables in favour of one political entity and destroy others.


AAPda govt lacks vision to drive Delhi's development: PM Modi

New Delhi, Jan 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched a sharp critique of the AAP government in Delhi, calling it an "AAPda government" that lacks vision for the city's progress.


Amit Shah, other BJP leaders extend birthday wishes to Murli Manohar Joshi

New Delhi, January 5: Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP President JP Nadda, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and other BJP leaders extended heartfelt greetings to veteran BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi on the occasion of his birthday.


BJP releases first list of candidates for Delhi polls; Kejriwal, Atishi in triangular contests

New Delhi, January 4: BJP on Saturday released its first list of 29 candidates for Delhi assembly elections setting the stage for multi-cornered contests on several seats in the capital with AAP leaders former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Atishi in triangular contests on their seats.


Ajay Kumar Bhalla sworn in as 19th Governor of Manipur

Imphal, January 3: Former Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla was sworn in as the 19th Governor of Manipur on Friday.


Manmohan Singh as PM pulled 138 million people out of 'below poverty line': Montek Singh Ahluwalia

New Delhi, January 3: Economist Montek Singh Ahluwalia praised former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for his efforts to bring 138 million people out of the 'below poverty line (BPL)'. Ahluwalia, former Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission of India, said that India grew faster in terms of economic growth during Singh's tenure than it had ever done.


'Bhog' of 'Akhand Path' kept in memory of former PM Manmohan Singh at his residence

New Delhi, January 3: The family of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh held a 'Bhog' of the 'Akhand Path' kept in the memory of Singh at his residence on Friday.


Vice President Dhankhar meets President Murmu to exchange New Year greetings

New Delhi, January 2: As the world steps into 2025 on Wednesday, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Thursday, to exchange New Year greetings.


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