BJP in power since 2014, UCC a tool for them to divert attention from pressing issues: Priyanka Chaturvedi

IANS | February 9, 2026 11:48 AM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, responding to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remarks on Uniform Civil Code (UCC), criticized the BJP’s repeated pitch for bringing a pan-India legislation, stating that the government has resorted to its periodical promotion and never took concrete steps and held consultations for its implementation despite a decade in power.

Desperation mounts as ISI hunts Afghan Taliban dissidents to sustain Kashmir operations

Vicky Nanjappa | February 9, 2026 11:47 AM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) After ties with the Afghan Taliban soured, Pakistan has been hunting for disgruntled elements and recruiting them into the Jaish-e-Mohammed. Indian agencies have learnt that the ISI has been scouting for disgruntled elements from the Afghan Taliban and other breakaway factions. The idea is to recruit such persons and take them into the Jaish-e-Mohammed.

‘Why the drama?’ BJP leader questions Mamata Banerjee over SIR plea in SC

IANS | February 9, 2026 9:45 AM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) BJP leader Dilip Ghosh on Monday lashed out at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over her petition challenging the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the poll-bound state, calling her move “dramatic” and alleging the state government’s actions were legally weak.

SC to hear Mamata Banerjee's plea against Bengal SIR today

IANS | February 9, 2026 8:11 AM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday the plea filed by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee challenging the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the poll-bound state scheduled to be held this year.