Politics

Hindu, Christian women sold by Pakistan as 'forced brides' to China: US official

US diplomat for religious freedom Samuel Brownback described it as one of the reasons for designating Pakistan as a country of particular concern (CPC) under the International Religious Freedom Act

Dec 9, 2020

Why was Rajnikanth in Bengaluru ahead of his political debut [details inside]

Superstar Rajnikanth announced his political debut, putting long-standing rumours to rest, but his recent visit to Bengaluru on Sunday has many fans left wondering what he's up to.

Dec 7, 2020

Is Ali Khamenei dead; rumours are rife amid Iran Supreme Leader's health concerns

As the unconfirmed news of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei transferring power to his son over his declining health broke, rumours about his death are spiralling.

Dec 7, 2020

Ban cow slaughter, love jihad in K'taka; BJP passes resolutions for new laws

BJP state President Nalin said two separate bills to ban cow slaughter and Love Jihad are most likely to be placed in the forthcoming legislative session itself.

Dec 6, 2020

Tejashwi Yadav booked for protesting against farm laws in Gandhi Maidan

DSP Kumar said that 18 leaders have been booked under the Epidemic Diseases Act for breaching social distancing norms.

Dec 6, 2020

US Republican Jim Jordon mocks Dr Fauci's warning on travel; gets mercilessly trolled

US Rep. Jim Jordon had been trending on social media after his unfounded remarks challenging the sound warning by Dr Anthony Fauci about traveling during the holidays. Here's how netizens reacted.

Dec 5, 2020

DDC polls put J&K back in hands of common man; Kashmiris brave fear, cold to vote

There's a major paradigm shift in Kashmir politics as DDC polls were conducted with huge success. Kashmiris were seen braving cold, snow, pandemic and terror fears to exercise their voting right. A sight to behold.

Dec 5, 2020

BBMP elections 2020: Conduct polls expeditiously, HC seeks plan in 6 weeks

BBMP is directed to conduct polls for 198 wards instead of 243 wards as earlier proposed and to do so expeditiously.

Dec 4, 2020

UP CM Yogi Adityanath meets Akshay Kumar in Mumbai; here's what they discussed

Yogi Adityanath meets Akshay Kumar as he arrives in Mumbai to present UP as 'investor-friendly' state. The CM will be meeting bankers and film personalities at the Oberoi Hotel starting from 10.30 am till 3 pm. He's expected to speak to the press in the afternoon. Scroll down to read more.

Dec 1, 2020

No tickets to Muslims; K'taka BJP minister sparks controversy, AIMIM chief calls it 'disgusting'

In a somewhat similar way, ahead of the 2019 General Election, he said the BJP would not offer Muslim candidates tickets.

Nov 30, 2020

GHMC polls determine fate & fortune of BJP on TRS, AIMIM's home-turf: Explained

BJP is deeply invested in GHMC polls, with all the party bigwigs campaigning in the state for local municipal elections. But the party's eyes are on the prize - one that doesn't end with GHMC.

Nov 30, 2020

Is BS Yediyurappa stepping down as K'taka CM; BJP says NO [Details]

Rumours about Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa stepping down from his active role went around, raising questions in the state. But the BJP has set the record straight on this matter. See what its leaders are saying.

Nov 29, 2020

Yediyurappa's secretary attempts suicide; CM visits hospital, says condition stable

In a shocking incident, Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa's political secretary allegedly attempted suicide on Friday and has been hospitalised for treatement.

Nov 28, 2020

DiaperDon trend irks Donald Trump, demands action on Twitter; memes galore

Donald Trump is furious over the latest trend on Twitter about DiaperDon, which is mocking the US President. Here's how he reacted.

Nov 27, 2020

Lalu Prasad Yadav trying to buy NDA MLAs; Sushil Modi alleges, says he won't succeed

Former Deputy Chief Minister and BJP leader Sushil Kumar Modi accused Lalu Prasad Yadav of trying to lure NDA MLAs for a Mahagathbandhan in the state.

Nov 24, 2020