Ex-Maharashtra BJP Leader Raj K. Purohit Dies at 71
Raj K. Purohit, a former BJP leader from Maharashtra, passed away at 71. He served as a legislator and held key party positions in Mumbai.
Raj K. Purohit, a former BJP leader from Maharashtra, passed away at 71. He served as a legislator and held key party positions in Mumbai.
A man from Rajahmundry reportedly won Rs 1.53 crore in a cockfight at Tadepalligudem, setting a new record for betting during the Sankranti festival in Andhra Pradesh.
A violent clash erupted at a cockfighting event in Krishna district's Bhusanugulla village, leaving one man with severe knife injuries. The incident caused panic and forced the event's abrupt cancellation.
Former KPCC general secretary Padmaraj R Poojary criticizes BJP for politicizing traditional cockfight events, defends hate speech bill, and highlights tourism initiatives in coastal districts.
Veteran CPI(M) leader and former MP Samir Putatunda dies at 78 in Kolkata after prolonged illness. A stalwart of Bengal's Left movement, his demise marks the end of an era.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP's growing support in Kerala and predicted a party-led government in the 2026 Assembly elections, highlighting a surge in vote share and local body wins.
Andhra Pradesh High Court directs strict enforcement of cockfight bans for Sankranti, mandates district teams and warns officials of personal liability for lapses. Read the full order details.
As Sankranti nears, illegal cockfighting arenas are emerging in urban Andhra Pradesh. Police warn of strict action, raiding a knife factory and dismantling setups. Read more.
In a significant pre-poll shift, former CPI(M) member V R Ramakrishnan and Left sympathiser Reji Lukose joined the BJP in Kerala on Thursday, ahead of the crucial April elections. Read the full analysis.
NTR district administration warns of strict action, including criminal charges, against illegal cockfights during Sankranti. Collector Dr G Lakshmisha directs committees to enforce ban.
Sahibee Singh Anand, originally from Punjab, appointed as North East England head for Overseas Friends of BJP UK. Read about his mission to strengthen diaspora ties and support PM Modi's vision.
Thousands paid respects to Congress leader Hidayat Patel in Akola. Police deployed heavy security for the funeral procession amid a tense pre-election environment. Read more.
Maharashtra BJP president clarifies his controversial comments about late Congress leader Vilasrao Deshmukh were not political, issues apology to his son. Read the full story.
BJP leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule sparks controversy by stating former CM Vilasrao Deshmukh's memories will be erased from Latur. Read about the political clash and public reaction.
The BJP gears up for its first-ever state conference in Punjab on April 27-28, aiming to galvanize workers and project a strong alternative. Key leaders to attend.
Senior Dravidian ideologue and former MP L Ganesan, a key figure in the anti-Hindi movement, passed away at 92. CM Stalin paid homage. Read about his political journey.
BJP's Nitin Nabin is expected to be formally elected party president before the January budget session, marking a significant organizational overhaul and generational change. Get the full details here.
Hanumangarh police raided an illegal cockfight & gambling ring on New Year's Eve, arresting 10. Organiser Barkat Ali fled. Read the full story for details on the crackdown.
Veteran Communist Party of India leader R Nallakannu celebrated his 101st birthday, receiving heartfelt wishes from leaders across Tamil Nadu's political spectrum. Read about his enduring legacy.
BJP announces a major organisational reshuffle in Rajasthan, appointing new presidents for six state-level morchas, including two ex-Union ministers. Read the full list and analysis.
Astrology reveals the 5 zodiac signs with innate leadership qualities. Discover which signs are charismatic, strategic, and born to lead. Read more to see if your sign makes the list.
RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav has written to Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary, seeking enhanced security citing threats from an expelled JJD leader. Details inside.
BJP's Uttarakhand in-charge Avinash Gautam warns of legal steps against those linking him to the Ankita Bhandari murder case, denying any such allegations in his 47-year career.
Kerala police register case against KPCC leader for sharing fabricated AI image linking CM Pinarayi Vijayan to Sabarimala gold case accused. FIR filed under IPC and Kerala Police Act. Read the full details.
Former Maharashtra minister and senior Congress leader Surupsingh Hirya Naik passed away at 88. A stalwart for tribal rights, his demise is mourned across party lines. Read more about his legacy.
Rahul Gandhi, in Berlin, accused the BJP of electoral malpractice, institutional weaponisation, and failing on production. BJP hits back, calling him 'anti-India'. Read the full controversy.
A BJP leader was brutally murdered by unidentified attackers in Chhattisgarh's Korba district. Police launch investigation into the political killing.
Police raid illegal cockfight in Karnataka, book 27 including a former MLA and a BJP leader. Details on the case, charges, and legal consequences. Read the full report.
Vittal police register case against Puttur MLA Ashok Kumar Rai and 16 others for alleged illegal cockfighting in Kepu village. 22 roosters seized. MLA cites 800-year tradition.
Mangaluru police raided an illegal cockfighting event in Bantwal, detaining 20 people. Former MLA Sanjeeva Matandoor and BJP leader Sathish Kumpala among 27 booked. Read the full details.