CEC took decisions arbitrarily according to his own whims, says Kapil Sibal amid ECI 'dissent' row

IANS | September 23, 2026 2:31 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Former Union Minister and Rajya Sabha member Kapil Sibal, reacting to the controversy over 'dissent' in the Election Commission of India (ECI), stated that "the majority was not with Gyanesh Kumar" and claimed that the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar was taking decisions "arbitrarily according to his own whims".

Ayushman Bharat continues to move forward with vision of stronger Bharat: Nitin Nabin

IANS | September 23, 2026 2:02 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) As India's government health insurance scheme Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) completed eight years on Wednesday, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin said that the scheme continues to expand with the vision of a "healthier citizen" and a stronger nation.

LSR online classes over women safety sends clear message that women not safe in Delhi: Congress

IANS | September 23, 2026 1:54 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Congress leader Abhishek Dutt on Wednesday reacted to Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR) shifting classes online following the alleged gang rape of a minor in Delhi’s Aastha Kunj Park, saying the move sends a 'big message' about women’s safety in the national capital.

Congress accuses govt of silencing critics over exit of Justice Chavan from Maha UCC panel

IANS | September 23, 2026 1:22 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The Congress party on Wednesday accused the Modi government of using the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) as an instrument to “divide, disrupt and divert” society rather than push it as a legal reform -- after detailed consultations and broader consensus.

Time will come, we will not spare you: Rahul Gandhi attacks ECI amid SIR dissent row

IANS | September 23, 2026 1:09 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Amid the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) row, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) and election officials of wrongdoing and issued a warning, saying that the "time will come, we will not spare you".

Bharat Taxi to operate with zero commission, drivers to get Rs 5 lakh social security: CM Yogi

IANS | September 23, 2026 1:07 PM

Lucknow, Sep 23 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday launched Bharat Taxi and the Mukhyamantri Krishak Samriddhi Yojana, announcing measures to provide greater social security to taxi drivers and reduce the cost of credit for farmers.

Eight UDP MLAs join BJP; party strength rises to 10 in Meghalaya Assembly

IANS | September 23, 2026 12:34 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday expanded its footprint in Meghalaya as eight sitting legislators of the regional outfit in the state -- United Democratic Party (UDP) joined it, increasing the BJP's strength in the 60-member state Assembly from two to 10.

Had it been temple, this wouldn't have happened, says Cong leader on mosque demolition in Delhi's Shalimar Bhag

IANS | September 23, 2026 11:56 AM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Congress leader Udit Raj on Wednesday questioned the late-night demolition drive on portions of the Madina Mosque and adjoining structures in Delhi’s Shalimar Bagh, alleging that authorities do not apply the law equally when dealing with illegal constructions.

All decisions, including SIR, were unanimous; ECI rejects report of dissent by Election Commissioners

IANS | September 23, 2026 11:32 AM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has rejected a report by a leading newspaper claiming that two Election Commissioners had "objected on record" to several decisions taken by the poll panel, allegedly without their knowledge.

‘Anyone who harasses women won't be spared’: Bihar Minister on Jamui molestation case encounter

IANS | September 23, 2026 11:15 AM

Patna, Sep 23 (IANS) Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav on Wednesday said the state government would not tolerate people involved in activities that create disorder in society and asserted that women’s safety remains a priority.

Politics

CEC took decisions arbitrarily according to his own whims, says Kapil Sibal amid ECI 'dissent' row

Ayushman Bharat continues to move forward with vision of stronger Bharat: Nitin Nabin

LSR online classes over women safety sends clear message that women not safe in Delhi: Congress

Congress accuses govt of silencing critics over exit of Justice Chavan from Maha UCC panel

Time will come, we will not spare you: Rahul Gandhi attacks ECI amid SIR dissent row

Bharat Taxi to operate with zero commission, drivers to get Rs 5 lakh social security: CM Yogi

Eight UDP MLAs join BJP; party strength rises to 10 in Meghalaya Assembly

Had it been temple, this wouldn't have happened, says Cong leader on mosque demolition in Delhi's Shalimar Bhag

All decisions, including SIR, were unanimous; ECI rejects report of dissent by Election Commissioners

‘Anyone who harasses women won't be spared’: Bihar Minister on Jamui molestation case encounter

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