'Shashi Tharoor is skilled, Rahul Gandhi creates drama': BJP on Congress' banquet row

IANS | December 7, 2025 11:34 AM

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Amid the political controversy over invitations to the state banquet hosted for Russian President Vladimir Putin at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Minister and BJP state President Dilip Jaiswal launched a sharp attack on the Congress leadership, contrasting the diplomatic credentials of MP Shashi Tharoor with those of Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi.

Civil Aviation Minister slams Rahul Gandhi's 'monopoly model' remark, says Centre always pushes for competition

IANS | December 7, 2025 10:50 AM

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Sunday criticised Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi for alleging that the Centre's policies had encouraged a "monopoly model" in the aviation industry, leading to IndiGo's widespread flight cancellations and delays.

IndiGo crisis: Civil Aviation Minister says minimising inconvenience for passengers, assures strict action (IANS Interview)

IANS | December 7, 2025 9:42 AM

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu stated on Sunday that measures have been implemented to prevent further issues for passengers amid the ongoing crisis of cancellations and delays with IndiGo.

Goa fire mishap: PM Modi expresses grief, announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for kin of victims

IANS | December 7, 2025 8:37 AM

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed distress over the fire mishap in Goa's Arpora on Sunday and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased and Rs 50,000 to those injured.

'Sardar@150' Unity March culminates; Vice Prez Radhakrishnan hails Patel's legacy of national integration

IANS | December 6, 2025 11:58 PM

New Delhi/Gandhinagar, Dec 6 (IANS) The 'Sardar@150' Rashtriya Ekta Padyatra, organised to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, concluded on Saturday at the Statue of Unity in Ekta Nagar after an 11-day march that began from Karamsad, the Iron Man's ancestral village.

Arif Khan links Sardar Patel to Shankaracharya’s mission, urges reclaiming India’s civilisational identity

IANS | December 6, 2025 11:50 PM

New Delhi, Dec 6 (IANS) Bihar Governor Arif Mohammed Khan and India Foundation President Ram Madhav on Saturday participated in a book launch and discussion programme in the national capital, where the book ‘Bharat: That Is India - Reclaiming Our Real Identity’ was released.

'Maharashtra at risk of becoming Bengal if society doesn't unite': Minister Mangal Pratap Lodha

IANS | December 6, 2025 9:56 PM

Mumbai, Dec 6 (IANS) Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Maharashtra's Minister of Skill, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, on Saturday, came down heavily on those involved in encroachment and allowing illegal Rohingya and Bangladeshi immigrants.

Marble chess from Agra reaches Kremlin: Artisans thank PM Modi

IANS | December 6, 2025 9:44 PM

Agra, Dec 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has gifted a handcrafted marble chess set from Agra to Russian President Vladimir Putin, bringing immense pride to the city’s artisans and exporters.

Arun Govil slams Humayun Kabir, calls his actions ‘anti-national’

IANS | December 6, 2025 9:07 PM

Meerut, Dec 6 (IANS) BJP MP Arun Govil has come down heavily on suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir for laying the foundation stone of a Babri Masjid structure on Saturday.

Indian Railways to run 89 special trains in next 3 days amid flight chaos, winter demand

IANS | December 6, 2025 9:05 PM

New Delhi, Dec 6 (IANS) To help support smooth travel amid flight disruptions and ensure adequate connectivity amid rising demand in the winter season, the Union government on Saturday announced to run 89 special train services (more than 100 trips) across multiple zones, in the next three days.

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'Shashi Tharoor is skilled, Rahul Gandhi creates drama': BJP on Congress' banquet row

Civil Aviation Minister slams Rahul Gandhi's 'monopoly model' remark, says Centre always pushes for competition

IndiGo crisis: Civil Aviation Minister says minimising inconvenience for passengers, assures strict action (IANS Interview)

Goa fire mishap: PM Modi expresses grief, announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for kin of victims

'Sardar@150' Unity March culminates; Vice Prez Radhakrishnan hails Patel's legacy of national integration

Arif Khan links Sardar Patel to Shankaracharya’s mission, urges reclaiming India’s civilisational identity

'Maharashtra at risk of becoming Bengal if society doesn't unite': Minister Mangal Pratap Lodha

Marble chess from Agra reaches Kremlin: Artisans thank PM Modi

Arun Govil slams Humayun Kabir, calls his actions ‘anti-national’

Indian Railways to run 89 special trains in next 3 days amid flight chaos, winter demand

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