Cong losing elections since Rahul emerged as its face in 2014, says Sharmistha Mukherjee (IANS Interview)

IANS | June 28, 2026 10:03 AM

Gurugram, June 28 (IANS) Sharmistha Mukherjee, the daughter of former President Pranab Mukherjee, commented on the organisational strength of the Congress party, stating that it reflects a "failure" on the part of Rahul Gandhi because, according to her, he has not been able to secure a decisive mandate for the party despite being its face.

‘Made enduring contributions to India’s progress’: PM Modi pays tribute to PV Narasimha Rao on birth anniversary

IANS | June 28, 2026 9:43 AM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to former Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao, saying the veteran leader played a significant role in India's progress during a critical phase of the nation's history.

Seven mothers dead, one injection under scanner; Rajasthan's Oxytocin tragedy triggers national action

Archana Sharma | June 28, 2026 9:08 AM

Jaipur, June 28 (IANS) What began as a series of unexplained maternal deaths in Rajasthan has now snowballed into a nationwide drug safety investigation.

PM Modi to address nation in 135th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' today

IANS | June 28, 2026 2:05 AM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will connect with citizens of India and the global Indian diaspora in the 135th episode of his popular monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday at 11 a.m.

'Extend influence, create disruption in South Asia': China's strategy over proposed economic corridor till B'desh

Jayanta Bhattacharya | June 27, 2026 11:03 PM

New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) The proposed China–Myanmar–Bangladesh Economic Corridor (CMBEC) is another attempt at Beijing trying to reshape South Asia's connectivity trying to strengthen its Belt and Road footprint and direct access to the Indian Ocean.

'India has been a steadfast friend to Seychelles': President Herminie

IANS | June 27, 2026 10:53 PM

Victoria, June 27 (IANS) The President of Seychelles, Patrick Herminie, said on Saturday that India has been a steadfast friend to Seychelles during a banquet hosted in honour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as the latter is on an official state visit to the Archipelagic island.

Sudhanshu Trivedi questions Sonia Gandhi over criticism of Centre's stand on Gaza

IANS | June 27, 2026 10:39 PM

New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Rajya Sabha member and party spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi on Saturday criticised Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi for questioning India's foreign policy approach to the escalating tensions in West Asia and the crisis in Palestine and Gaza.

Rights body slams Pakistan Defence Minister over remarks on PoK residents' 'Kashmiri identity'

IANS | June 27, 2026 10:17 PM

Islamabad, June 27 (IANS) The Human Rights Council (HRC) of Pakistan on Saturday condemned the statement made by the country’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, regarding the Kashmiri identity of the people of Rawalakot and Mirpur in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK).

Big diplomatic victory: Veteran officials after Marco Rubio backs India's diversification of energy sources

IANS | June 27, 2026 7:49 PM

New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) Senior government officials and leaders on Saturday welcomed the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's backing of New Delhi's strategy of diversifying its energy sources, calling it a "big diplomatic victory".

Seven Op-Eds, three on Gaza-Iran: Sonia Gandhi's priorities raise eyebrows

IANS | June 27, 2026 7:16 PM

New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) Seven opinion pieces in two years. Three focused on Gaza and Iran. Sonia Gandhi's repeated focus on West Asia has triggered a fresh political debate over her priorities and the intent behind her criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government.

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Cong losing elections since Rahul emerged as its face in 2014, says Sharmistha Mukherjee (IANS Interview)

‘Made enduring contributions to India’s progress’: PM Modi pays tribute to PV Narasimha Rao on birth anniversary

Seven mothers dead, one injection under scanner; Rajasthan's Oxytocin tragedy triggers national action

PM Modi to address nation in 135th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' today

'Extend influence, create disruption in South Asia': China's strategy over proposed economic corridor till B'desh

'India has been a steadfast friend to Seychelles': President Herminie

Sudhanshu Trivedi questions Sonia Gandhi over criticism of Centre's stand on Gaza

Rights body slams Pakistan Defence Minister over remarks on PoK residents' 'Kashmiri identity'

Big diplomatic victory: Veteran officials after Marco Rubio backs India's diversification of energy sources

Seven Op-Eds, three on Gaza-Iran: Sonia Gandhi's priorities raise eyebrows

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