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FairPoint: Lights, camera, opposition - Rahul Gandhi’s political theatre

Deepika Bhan | February 15, 2026 4:00 PM

New Delhi, Feb 15 (IANS) It no longer feels like politics; it feels personal -- at times even eccentric -- sliding into rhetoric that alienates more than it persuades. The tone carries grievance rather than governance, emotion rather than institution-building. What emerges is the impression of someone seeking power without the patience of political labour, who seems to believe leadership is inherited rather than earned -- a mindset perhaps shaped by the comforts of dynasty and its insulated coterie.

Bangladesh election signals shift to multiparty politics, BNP faces governance test: Report

IANS | February 15, 2026 3:46 PM

Dhaka/New Delhi, Feb 15 (IANS) Bangladesh’s 13th Parliamentary Election represents a return to "genuine multiparty politics" after years of disputed or largely one-sided contests, accompanied by a referendum that endorsed sweeping constitutional reforms, but the victorious Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) must now address deep-seated concerns in a nation scarred by political violence, as per a report.

PM Modi to inaugurate AI Impact Expo 2026 on Monday

IANS | February 15, 2026 3:26 PM

New Delhi, Feb 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate India AI Impact Expo 2026 at the Bharat Mandapam here on Monday, according to a PMO statement.

India-Pak T20 WC clash: From Bihar to Gujarat, excited fans cheer for Team India

IANS | February 15, 2026 3:15 PM

New Delhi, Feb 15 (IANS) The blockbuster match between India and Pakistan in Colombo, in the World Cup T20 clash, has left the cricket fans of both sides excited and frenzied, with all wishing and praying for the victory of the respective teams.

Pakistan must root out corruption to revive economy: Report

IANS | February 15, 2026 3:07 PM

New Delhi, Feb 15 (IANS) Pakistan’s economy cannot be fixed without fixing the politics first, as a corruption-ridden government is coming in the way of economic development, according to an article in the Pakistani media.

Japan-India ties gain fresh momentum with stronger security, technology push: Report

IANS | February 15, 2026 2:58 PM

New Delhi, Feb 15 (IANS) The long-standing and resilient partnership between Japan and India is entering a new and dynamic phase, marked by deeper security collaboration and expanding cooperation in advanced technologies, according to a report.

FM Sitharaman discusses India-EU FTA, investments with top leaders in Germany

IANS | February 15, 2026 9:47 AM

New Delhi, Feb 15 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met top leaders and industrialists during her visit to Germany and discussed bilateral trade relations in the backdrop of the EU-India FTA deal, while scaling up the partnership in several fields, including manufacturing, technology and agriculture, Finance Ministry said on Sunday.

Massive devotee turnout at Shiva temples nationwide on Mahashivratri

IANS | February 15, 2026 8:14 AM

New Delhi, Feb 15 (IANS) Mahashivratri was celebrated with immense devotion and spiritual fervour across the country as lakhs of devotees thronged prominent Shiva temples from the early hours on Sunday.

CM Mamata raises 'protocol concerns' over meeting with Chief Election Commissioner

IANS | February 14, 2026 9:51 PM

Kolkata, Feb 14 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has once again criticised Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging discourtesy during a recent meeting in Delhi on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the state’s electoral rolls.

For us, merger is a closed chapter now as negotiator Ajit Pawar is no more: NCP-SP leader

IANS | February 14, 2026 9:22 PM

Mumbai, Feb 14 (IANS) The Maharashtra unit president of Sharad Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Shashikant Shinde, on Saturday announced that the merger is a closed chapter now for the party as Ajit Pawar, who was negotiating it, is no more.

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FairPoint: Lights, camera, opposition - Rahul Gandhi’s political theatre

Bangladesh election signals shift to multiparty politics, BNP faces governance test: Report

PM Modi to inaugurate AI Impact Expo 2026 on Monday

India-Pak T20 WC clash: From Bihar to Gujarat, excited fans cheer for Team India

Pakistan must root out corruption to revive economy: Report

Japan-India ties gain fresh momentum with stronger security, technology push: Report

FM Sitharaman discusses India-EU FTA, investments with top leaders in Germany

Massive devotee turnout at Shiva temples nationwide on Mahashivratri

CM Mamata raises 'protocol concerns' over meeting with Chief Election Commissioner

For us, merger is a closed chapter now as negotiator Ajit Pawar is no more: NCP-SP leader

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