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Bengali Migrant Beaten to Death in Pune; Mamata Banerjee Warns Maharashtra Government

12Feb

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Politics, State, West Bengal

Bengali Migrant Beaten to Death in Pune; Mamata Banerjee Warns Maharashtra Government

Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has condemned the brutal murder of a 24-year-old Bengali migrant worker in Pune, Maharashtra, allegedly targeted for speaking his mother tongue. She described the incident as a hate crime and demanded the immediate arrest and strict punishment of the perpetrators, warning of serious consequences if swift action is not taken. Mamata Calls It a Hate Crime Banerjee said, “This is a clear hate crime. A young man was targeted and killed simply for his language, identity, and roots. He was tortured and brutally murdered. This is the outcome of an environment where xenophobia is being weaponized against innocent people.” The Chief Minister expressed her grief and anger by posting a video of the incident on her official social media acco...

BJP Expels Social Media Co-Convener Over Controversial AI Video of Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

12Feb

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Assam, Politics, State

BJP Expels Social Media Co-Convener Over Controversial AI Video of Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Guwahati, Feb 12, 2026: The BJP has removed its Social Media Co-Convener, Ron Vikas Gaurav, from the party following a controversy over an AI-generated video depicting Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The video, posted on Assam BJP’s official account on February 7, showed the CM aiming a gun at members of the minority community, with the caption “Point-Blank Shot.” Video Sparks Nationwide OutcryThe video was deleted shortly after posting due to political backlash. The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) filed an FIR at Dispur Police Station, alleging that the content was highly provocative and communal, with potential to disrupt social harmony. Congress MLAs Sibamoni Bora and Diganta Barman claimed the video showed the CM symbolically firing at Muslim community members and ...

BJP Dismisses Rahul Gandhi’s Allegations on India-US Trade Deal as ‘Baseless and Misleading’

12Feb

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Nation, Politics

BJP Dismisses Rahul Gandhi’s Allegations on India-US Trade Deal as ‘Baseless and Misleading’

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday strongly rejected Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s allegations against Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the proposed interim trade agreement between India and the United States. The party termed Gandhi’s remarks as “absurdly false” and accused him of lowering the dignity of Parliament by using “street-level language” during the Lok Sabha debate. The BJP’s response came after Gandhi, while participating in the discussion on the Union Budget in the Lok Sabha, launched a sharp attack on the Modi government. He alleged that the government had “sold Bharat Mata” through the trade deal and claimed that the agreement reflected “complete surrender,” compromising India’s energy security and farmers’ interests in favour of the United St...

“If BJP Comes to Power in Bengal, We Will Erase All Traces of the Mughals,” Suvendu Adhikari Launches Sharp Attack on TMC

12Feb

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Politics, State, West Bengal

“If BJP Comes to Power in Bengal, We Will Erase All Traces of the Mughals,” Suvendu Adhikari Launches Sharp Attack on TMC

Kolkata: West Bengal BJP leader and Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC), claiming that if the BJP comes to power in the state, it will remove every trace of Mughal rulers from Bengal. Speaking on the growing political debate surrounding the Babri Masjid issue, Adhikari alleged that under Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s government, names associated with “foreign invaders” such as Babur continue to remain visible in public places across the state. “Mughal Names Will Not Remain in Public Places” Adhikari asserted that if the BJP forms the government in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, it will ensure that all references to Mughal emperors are removed from public spaces. “Wait till April. O...

Voter Numbers Rise in Muslim-Majority Districts, Decline in Tribal Regions as Assam Completes Special Electoral Revision

12Feb

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Assam, Politics, State

Voter Numbers Rise in Muslim-Majority Districts, Decline in Tribal Regions as Assam Completes Special Electoral Revision

Guwahati: Assam has completed its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with the final voter list published after a statewide verification drive. Interestingly, the updated figures reveal a noticeable rise in voter numbers across several Muslim-majority districts, while many tribal-dominated regions have recorded a significant decline. Assam’s Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Anurag Goyal announced that the SIR process officially concluded on February 10, after being initiated in November across all 35 districts of the state. House-to-House Verification Conducted Unlike routine revisions, the recent SIR exercise involved extensive door-to-door verification conducted by Booth Level Officers (BLOs). The process aimed at identifying eligible voters, verifying records, and...

Congress MPs Allegedly Misbehave with Lok Sabha Speaker; Kiren Rijiju Levels Serious Charges

11Feb

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Nation, Politics

Congress MPs Allegedly Misbehave with Lok Sabha Speaker; Kiren Rijiju Levels Serious Charges

New Delhi: Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju has alleged that several Congress MPs verbally abused Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inside his chamber. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday within the Parliament premises, Rijiju claimed that he personally witnessed the incident. Misconduct Alleged Against SpeakerRijiju stated, “At least 20–25 Congress MPs entered the Speaker’s chamber and misbehaved with him. I was present there as well. The Speaker is a very gentle person; otherwise, strict action would have been taken. Senior Congress leaders, including Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and K.C. Venugopal, were also present inside and reportedly encouraged the MPs to confront him.” No-Confidence Motion Against BirlaThe minister’s statement comes amid the opposition submitting a no-co...

No Rift in India Alliance, Says Congress Leader Selvapernathugai; Slams AIADMK, Calls BJP an ‘Octopus’

11Feb

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Politics, State, Tamil Nadu

No Rift in India Alliance, Says Congress Leader Selvapernathugai; Slams AIADMK, Calls BJP an ‘Octopus’

Chennai: Political activity is heating up in Tamil Nadu ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. Congress leader Selvapernathugai dismissed speculation about differences within the India Alliance, asserting that coalition partners are united and ongoing discussions are focused on coordination. ‘Rumors of Discord Are Baseless’Speaking at the inauguration of training sessions for new district leaders of the Tamil Nadu Congress, Selvapernathugai said that rumors of conflict within the alliance are “baseless.” He emphasized that the Congress leadership has full authority to engage in discussions and coordinate with other coalition partners. “There is no tension within the alliance,” he added, noting that members are actively communicating and that Congress is fully involved in decision-mak...

Anushka Yadav’s Photos Spark Trouble for Tej Pratap Yadav

11Feb

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Bihar, Politics, State

Anushka Yadav’s Photos Spark Trouble for Tej Pratap Yadav

Patna: Bihar politics is once again abuzz with news surrounding Tej Pratap Yadav, the elder son of RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav and head of the Jan Shakti Janata Dal. The controversy stems from Anushka Yadav giving birth to a daughter, allegedly fathered by Tej Pratap. However, Tej Pratap has publicly denied any relationship with Anushka or the newborn. Controversial Treatment Records SurfaceAfter his denial, a medical treatment document emerged, listing Tej Pratap’s name in the husband column, intensifying the debate. Questions remain about when the political and personal troubles for Tej Pratap began, tracing back to old photos of Anushka and him that surfaced before the 2025 assembly elections. Old Photos Sparked FrenzyThe photos, shared via Tej Pratap’s social media account, ref...

Bihar Plans to Cut Rent Agreement Registration Fees by Up to 50%

11Feb

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Bihar, Politics, State

Bihar Plans to Cut Rent Agreement Registration Fees by Up to 50%

Patna: Registering rent agreements and lease deeds in Bihar may soon become much cheaper. In a major relief for tenants and property owners, the Bihar government is preparing to reduce the registration fees for rent agreements and registered leases by up to 50 percent. The initiative is being taken by the Prohibition, Excise and Registration Department, which has also formed a special committee to finalize the proposal and recommend the new fee structure. Why the Fee Reduction is Being Planned According to official sources, the main objective behind the move is to encourage more people to register rent agreements legally, instead of relying on notarized documents which often lack legal validity in courts. Currently, despite a large number of tenants in the state, very few rent ...

Rajasthan Budget 2026: What’s in Diya Kumari’s Box? Eyes on 10 Major Announcements

11Feb

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Politics, Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Budget 2026: What’s in Diya Kumari’s Box? Eyes on 10 Major Announcements

Jaipur: Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Diya Kumari is set to present her third budget in the Rajasthan Assembly on Wednesday at 11 AM. With high expectations across the state, the Bhajanlal Sharma government’s third budget is being viewed as a crucial step toward the long-term vision of “Developed Rajasthan-2047.” As the state prepares for the financial year 2026-27, attention is firmly focused on key sectors such as employment, agriculture, women empowerment, infrastructure, irrigation, and urban development. Citizens are hopeful that the upcoming budget will deliver major relief measures and long-awaited development initiatives. Focus on Youth, Farmers and Women Sources indicate that the Rajasthan Budget 2026 may strongly emphasize job creation for youth, a...