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NEW DELHI: Congress on Wednesday said that the bigger issue was that leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi was not allowed to speak in the Lok Sabha rather than the prime minister not being able to do so, as the PM’s reply depended on questions raised by the LoP, and without them, no debate could take…
To increase the port capacity and also, cater to the advancements in shipping, development of mega ports (greater than 300 MTPA capacity with 18+ meter draft) is on the agenda. (AI image) By Jagannarayan Padmanabhan and Parul Singhal Garg Prioritising efficiency-linked incentives (ELI) and promoting compliance with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are among key asks…
File photo: President Droupadi Murmu with PM Modi (Picture credit: ANI) NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday addressed a joint sitting of Parliament on the opening day of the Budget Session 2026-27, outlining the Union government’s vision centred on social justice, inclusive growth, national security and the goal of a developed India.The President delivered…
President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday addressed the nation on the eve of the 77th Republic Day, highlighting the pillars of India’s democracy, the legacy of national icons, and the collective efforts of citizens in building a stronger nation. She spoke about the Constitution’s ideals, the cultural and patriotic significance of Vande Mataram, and the inspiration…
NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin on Thursday said his party DMK would consult like-minded opposition parties to move a constitutional amendment to end the practice of the governor’s address at the start of the first assembly session. This comes after a series of confrontations in Opposition-ruled states where governors refused to read…
US President Donald Trump used his return to the World Economic Forum in Davos to deliver a combative defence of his record at home while warning that Europe is “not headed in the right direction”, sharpening already fraught transatlantic tensions over trade, security and Greenland. “Certain places in Europe are not even recognisable, frankly, anymore….
Thaawar Chand Gehlot (File photo) NEW DELHI: Karnataka governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has become the latest to decline the customary address to the legislature on Thursday, amid a series of recent controversies surrounding governors’ addresses to legislative assemblies.Following the development, the Karnataka government said a high-level delegation led by the law minister would meet the governor…
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray (File Photo) MUMBAI: In his first public address following the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray struck a defiant tone, saying the BJP “couldn’t finish off Shiv Sena on the ground” and “can’t buy loyalty despite employing all means.” Speaking to party workers in…
The address of the finance ministry may have changed, but when it comes to guarding the country’s most closely held financial secret, tradition still holds firm on Raisina Hill.Even after the ministry’s move to the new Central Secretariat offices at Kartavya Bhawan last year, the printing of the Union Budget — among the most confidential…
A strong earthquake struck Mexico on Friday morning, abruptly interrupting President Claudia Sheinbaum’s regular press briefing at the National Palace and triggering a swift evacuation captured on camera.As Sheinbaum was addressing reporters, seismic alarms sounded across Mexico City, forcing the president, her staff and journalists to leave the historic building and move to safety. The…
