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LTTE ‘sympathiser’, an ‘alternative’ to DMK, AIADMK — what is NTK, Tamil party in eye of NIA storm

Last week, NIA conducted raids at residence of Duraimurugan, leader of Naam Tamilar Katchi. Political experts see raids as ‘genuine challenge’ for a party that has shown marked growth.

Govt ‘stonewalling’ discussion on India-China border situation, says Congress MP Manish Tewari

Tewari Friday moved adjournment motion in Lok Sabha seeking discussion on border situation with China, sought suspension of Zero Hour, Question Hour, other businesses of the day.

Political timing or a new era? NCP’s clock symbol holds significance for both Pawar factions

For Sharad Pawar faction, it is a personification of their leader himself, while for nephew Ajit Pawar's, it signifies changing times. ECI Tuesday gave the clock symbol to Ajit's faction.

Ailing banking sector, inflation, scams — White paper slams UPA for putting economy on ‘road to nowhere’

White paper also stresses on how Centre has sought to strengthen states amid protests over tax sharing policy. Introduction of GST was much-needed structural reform, it adds.

Unemployment, policies, shrinking space for minorities — Congress ‘black paper’ on Modi govt

Mallikarjun Kharge releases paper on Modi government’s policy, politics and decisions which are broadly divided into 3 injustices — economic, social & political.

SGPC pans Eknath Shinde govt bid to limit Sikh groups’ picks on Nanded gurdwara board

Maharashtra cabinet Monday proposed that govt would nominate 12 members to 17-member board, while cutting number of members to be nominated by SGPC to two from four. 

Fresh jolt for INDIA bloc as AAP names 3 Assam candidates amid impasse with Congress — ‘We’re tired’

AAP has announced plan to field three candidates in Assam for Lok Sabha election, saying ‘we need to contest polls to win, cannot afford to waste time’.

Modi praises Manmohan Singh, calls him ‘inspirational’ ahead of tabling white paper on economy under UPA

PM Modi recalled Singh’s presence in Parliament despite his failing health to attend discussion on the Delhi Services Bill 2023 during which he sat on a wheelchair in Rajya Sabha.

Amid BJP tie-up buzz, RLD accepts Yogi govt invite for Ram Lalla darshan as ally SP declines it

UP CM Yogi Adityanath has invited all members of assembly to visit Ayodhya for darshan of Ram Lalla’s idol at Ram temple. MLA delegation to visit temple on 11 February.

‘Guiding light for Parliament, country’ — Modi lauds former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh

The prime minister was addressing the farewell of Rajya Sabha members in the House. 78 are retiring between February and May after completing their term.

On Camera

What can be expected from the ongoing talks in Islamabad? Odds of resolution remain slim

The initial ceasefire functioned less as a resolution and more as a pause—an opportunity for both sides to recalibrate, while claiming victory.

India bond yields rise as RBI moves to drain liquidity, lift overnight rates

New Delhi: India’s sovereign bond yields rose after the central bank announced its first step this year to drain cash from the banking system,...

Army promotes Col Purohit, acquitted in 2008 Malegaon blast case, to Brigadier; to not retire yet

This means he will serve Indian Army for a minimum of another 2 years as Brigadier, unless he picks up the next rank of Major General.

China insulated itself against energy shocks. India is ‘all talk, no walk’

China patiently invested capital, skill and technology in coal gasification. Unlike it, we won’t move from words to action. As crude prices decline, we lose interest.