Delhi BJP protests near Kharge’s official residence over remark on PM Modi

IANS | October 26, 2026 5:59 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Demanding an apology, Delhi BJP President Harsh Malhotra on Monday led a massive protest near the residence of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge at Rajaji Marg, opposing his alleged insulting remarks about the late father of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a meeting in Patna a day earlier.

After Somnath, Gujarat plans plastic-free prasad packaging at Ambaji Temple

IANS | October 26, 2026 5:27 PM

Gandhinagar, Oct 26 (IANS) The Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) plans to introduce eco-friendly packaging for prasad at the Ambaji temple, with the proposed switch from conventional plastic boxes expected to prevent around 135.6 tonnes of packaging-related plastic waste annually.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to attend ASEAN meeting in Philippines

IANS | October 26, 2026 4:57 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will lead the Indian delegation at 13th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Defence Ministers' Meeting (ADMM) - Plus in Philippines' Cebu from October 28-29, the Ministry of Defence stated on Monday. Singh will address the forum on 'Exchange of Views on Regional and International Security Issues' and hold meetings with his counterparts from participating nations on the sidelines of the event. At ADMM-Plus, he will also review the ongoing defence ties with the nations and explore ways to further strengthen strategic partnerships.

Congress a gathering of ‘mad people’, led by Kharge and Rahul: Nishikant Dubey

IANS | October 26, 2026 4:39 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Congress, alleging that the party had deteriorated and was using abusive and degrading language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his mother, and asserted that today Congress is a gathering of mad people, led by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi.