Political

The BJP has termed it a "political agenda" after West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee offered to "cook food" for PM Modi. Besdies, CPI(M) has named it an "understanding" between the TMC and the saffron party. The TMC chief, Mamata Banerjee, taking a jibe at PM Modi for his recent allegation that RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav last month had fish during a period when some Hindus abstain from having non-vegetarian food, said that she was ready to "cook something for him (Modi)" if he wanted, though she was not sure whether he would eat what she cooked. Banerjee, at an election rally here, had made the remarks while taking a dig at the BJP for allegedly interfering with the food habits of the people and had said she would be happy to cook food for Modi but is not sure "whether the PM will be read...

In the wake of a series of petrol bomb attacks rattling Shillong, Prestone Tynsong, Meghalaya's Deputy Chief Minister, has taken a firm stand for peace. Addressing the recent wave of violence, Tynsong, also in charge of the Home portfolio, emphasized the need for dialogue to address underlying grievances. "Creating disturbances will not solve problems," asserted Tynsong, urging citizens to refrain from resorting to violence. He extended an olive branch, stating, "We are ready to meet with any disgruntled groups or individuals to discuss their concerns." Highlighting the government's commitment to ensuring safety and justice, Tynsong emphasized ongoing investigations into the attacks. "We have instructed the Director General of Police to investigate these incidents thoroughly. We will f...

With just three days remaining until the General Election to Lok Sabha 2024, Deputy Commissioner & District Election Officer of South West Garo Hills, Hema Nayak, took charge on Tuesday evening, orchestrating a final Coordination meeting. The assembly brought together Nodal Officers from various cells, Zonal Magistrates, Zonal Police Officers, Sector Officers, and Police Sector Officers at the DRDA conference hall. The objective: ensuring a seamless and trouble-free polling process. In the meeting chaired by DC & DEO Hema Nayak, comprehensive discussions revolved around material dispatch and movement plans, receiving protocols, 72-hour Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and other crucial election-related matters. Emphasizing the pivotal role of coordination between Civil and ...

India has protested America's comments regarding the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and the 'freezing' of Congress bank accounts. India's Ministry of External Affairs termed America's 'prying' repeatedly into India's internal affairs as 'unwanted'. Informed that, as a result, their 'acceptability' will decrease. It also said, in a tone of advice, "Other countries should respect India's sovereignty." America has commented on Kejriwal's arrest twice so far. The Joe Biden government had asked to ensure that Kejriwal gets a fair, transparent, and timely trial. As a result, Gloria Barbena, the acting assistant chief of the US Embassy in India, was summoned last Wednesday. America was adamant in its position. When asked about the summoning of the acting assistant chief of ...