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In 2010, BJP said Congress was misusing the government machinery to eliminate political opponents. Nine years later Congress is levelling similar allegations at the ruling BJP. (Photo: File)

‘Laut kar aaunga’: What Amit Shah had said when arrested under Chidambaram

Amit Shah was arrested for alleged fake encounter of Sohrabuddin Sheikh. He was subsequently acquitted.

22 Aug 2019 2:22 PM

The Senas win will make up for the loss Danve had faced at the hands of Prashant Bamb of the BJP from Gangapur constituency in Aurangabad district during the 2014 Assembly elections. (Photo: Facebook | @AmbadasDanve)

Shiv Sena candidate Ambadas Danve wins Maharashta legislative council election

Danve won the election, held on Monday, by 418 votes, an election official said.

22 Aug 2019 12:50 PM

A fresh political acrimony broke out with TDP supremo N Chandrababu Naidu seeking an explanation from the government. (Photo: File)

Naidu accuses Jagan govt of conspiring to shift capital; YSRCP rejects claim

YSRC spokesman and MLA Ambati Rambabu, however, denied any move to relocate the capital.

22 Aug 2019 12:34 PM

After the first four choppers, another batch had come to the air base and the eight Apaches are likely to be inducted in the first go. (Photo: file)

Defence Minister to induct Apache attack choppers at Pathankot Air Base

The AH-64E helicopters, the latest variants of the Apache, were delivered from the US.

22 Aug 2019 12:32 PM

The ED has summoned Raj in a case pertaining to alleged irregularities related to Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services (IL&FS) loan to Kohinoor CTNL. (Photo: Rajesh Jadhav)

MNS chief Raj Thackeray reaches ED office for questioning in IL&FS Probe

The MNS leader reached the ED office around 11.30 am, accompanied by wife Sharmila, son Amit and daughter in law Mitali.

22 Aug 2019 12:04 PM

The YRS Congress said the former CM was only trying to politicise the issue and play a victim card. (Photo: File)

YSR Congress hits out at Naidu over his flood remark, says 'playing victim card'

Chandrababu Naidu alleged that YSR Congress govt intentionally delayed release of the Krishna water in order to sink his house.

22 Aug 2019 11:52 AM

The Supreme Court on Thursday commenced hearing in the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid case for the 10th day, with counsel for the one of the original litigants seeking enforcement of his rights to worship at the disputed site. (Photo: File)

Ayodhya land dispute case: SC commences hearing for 10th day

Senior advocate Ranjit Kumar, appearing for Gopal Singh Visharad, one of the original litigants, commenced arguments before the bench.

22 Aug 2019 11:25 AM

Priyanka's tweets come hours after some protestors including Bhim Army chief Chandrasekhar Azad was arrested on Wednesday night after being charged with rioting and obstructing public-servant in the discharge of public functions. (Photo: ANI)

Ravidas temple demolition: Priyanka Gandhi attacks BJP govt over arrest of protestors

BJP govt first messes with Ravidas temple which is a symbol of the cultural heritage of crores of Dalits,' Priyanka tweeted.

22 Aug 2019 10:43 AM

Chidambaram, one of the key ministers during ten years of UPA regime, was taken to headquarters of the probe agency after CBI officials scaled the boundary walls of his residence in Jor Bagh on Wednesday night to arrest him in INX Media case. (Photo: CBI website)

Twist of fate: P Chidambaram spends night at CBI HQ which he inaugurated

Chidambaram was one of key guests at inauguration event of CBI headquarters, held on June 30, 2011, in presence of Manmohan Singh.

22 Aug 2019 10:30 AM

After his arrest, doctors from the Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital conducted medical examination at the CBI headquarters. (Photo: PTI)

INX case: CBI tells court Chidambaram not cooperating, gets him for 4 days

Karti Chidambaram said that his father’s arrest was done to divert attention from the issue of Article 370.

22 Aug 2019 9:49 AM

The SP chief made the allegation while addressing a public meeting here on the occasion of the inauguration of a building of the local A K College. (Photo: File)

'BJP turned dream of Uttam Pradesh into hatya pradesh': Akhilesh on fake encounters

Akhilesh Yadav also said the BJP was trying to strip people of their constitutional rights.

22 Aug 2019 9:34 AM

Protest against Delhi temple demolition turns violent, Bhim Army chief detained

The protest, attended by a large number of people from different states, caused massive traffic jams in several areas of the city.

22 Aug 2019 8:47 AM

The aircraft is capable of carrying a range of potent weapons and missiles. (Representational Image)

Rajnath Singh to visit France in September to receive first Rafale jet

Top military brass of France as well as officials of Dassault, makers of Rafale, would also be present at handing over ceremony on Sep 20.

22 Aug 2019 8:18 AM

At present, Varthaman is serving at an IAF base in Rajasthan. (Photo: File)

IAF pilot Abhinandan returns to cockpit after 6 months, starts flying MiG 21

Varthaman was conferred Vir Chakra, the coveted wartime gallantry medal, for downing the F-16 jet of Pakistan during the aerial combat.

22 Aug 2019 8:06 AM

Threats from sea to dominate West Zonal Council meet today

Other related issue like giving biometric identity cards and using technology to easily identity Indian boats would also be taken up.

22 Aug 2019 6:26 AM

Rajnath Singh okays Army HQ revamp

Human rights section to be instituted to probe violation cases.

22 Aug 2019 6:22 AM

China, that claims majority of the SCS, has always objected to India’s presence in the SCS which is considered more for strategic reasons than commercial. (Photo: Representational Image)

China trying to stall ONGC oil project in SCS: Vietnam

Vietnam has claimed that Chinese soldiers have asked ONGC Videsh to stop work at this Block.

22 Aug 2019 6:21 AM

Former FM bail plea to be heard on Friday

With arrest of Mr Chidambram, his plea for anticipatory bail before the Supreme Court has become infructuous.

22 Aug 2019 6:18 AM

NDTV founder Prannoy Roy. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

CBI books Prannoy Roy, wife for violation of FDI rules

The CBI has alleged that Fuse Media Holding LP and Jefferies International brought in funds to the tune of USD 120 million in NNPLC.

22 Aug 2019 6:15 AM

FIR against Mukul Roy over Rs 70 lakh bribe, moves Calcutta HC

Mukul Roy’s name is mentioned among the list of three accused, according to sources.

22 Aug 2019 6:12 AM

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