Politics

Sitharaman Rebukes Opposition Over UPI MDR Claims, Asserts No Consumer Burden

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman dismissed opposition allegations that UPI’s merchant discount rate (MDR) is unfair, stating that the government has taken steps to keep consumer costs low.

Rajya Sabha Elections Scheduled for 10 Uttar Pradesh and 1 Uttarakhand Seats on Oct 16

The Election Commission has announced that Rajya Sabha polls will be held on 16 October for ten seats from Uttar Pradesh and one seat from Uttarakhand.

Rajya Sabha Elections 2024: 12 Seats in UP, Uttarakhand, West Bengal on Oct 16

The 12 vacant Rajya Sabha seats across Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and West Bengal will be contested on October 16, 2024, as part of the national parliamentary elections.

Delhi Court Overturns Order Refusing Probe in Sonia Gandhi Electoral Roll Case

A Delhi court has annulled a prior order that barred a probe into Sonia Gandhi’s electoral roll records, allowing the investigation to proceed.

Punjab Police Directive 'No Uniform from Home' Sparks Viral Audio, Political Backlash

A viral audio claiming a new Punjab police directive that officers should not wear uniforms when coming from home has ignited political controversy, with opposition leaders accusing the government of being surrounded, while police officials label the advisory as fake.

Indore Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya Apologises for Body‑Shape Remark on Councillor Sandhya Yadav

Madhya Pradesh urban administration minister Kailash Vijayvargiya expressed regret after his remarks on councillor Sandhya Yadav’s physique sparked controversy, calling her like his own daughter.

Deputy Mayor, Vice-Chairperson and Vice-President Voting Starts in 301 Rajasthan Bodies

On September 22, Rajasthan commenced voting for deputy mayor, vice‑chairperson and vice‑president positions across 301 local bodies following the recent mayoral elections.

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Stone Attack on Congress Leaders' Cars in Assam Sparks Party Tensions

Stones were hurled at the vehicles of Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi and Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel in Assam, with the party accusing the BJP of orchestrating the attack.

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s PMLA Hearing Postponed to Sept 24 Over Technical Glitch

Chief Minister Hemant Soren’s scheduled appearance before the PMLA court has been delayed to September 24 after a technical glitch disrupted the proceedings, sources said.

Keralam Rail Funding Jumps Tenfold Under Modi, Says Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Rajeev Chandrasekhar said the Keralam rail project’s funding has increased tenfold since Prime Minister Narendra Modi took office. The claim was reported by India Today.

Prem Sagar Rao Announces Upcoming Meeting in Mancherial

Telangana Congress MLA Prem Sagar Rao has announced that he will hold a meeting within the next week in Mancherial, urging residents to attend and participate in the discussion.