Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stated that southern Indian states, despite controlling population growth, will gain seats in the ongoing delimitation exercise. He addressed concerns that these states were previously misled on the issue.

The announcement for Bihar's Chief Minister is expected tomorrow, with Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan appointed to oversee the election of the BJP legislative party leader.

India's BJP party has appointed Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan as the central observer for the election of its legislative party leader in Bihar.

Actor Vijay's unreleased film 'Jananayagan' has leaked online, prompting his TVK party to blame Union minister L Murugan and Tamil Nadu's deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin for the incident. The production house has filed a complaint seeking a forensic investigation.

Indian Union Minister Smriti Irani launched a strong attack on the Mamata Banerjee government and the Trinamool Congress, expressing support for the mother of an RG Kar victim.

Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal stated that illegal infiltrators in Assam must be cornered and made landless, while also predicting a strong performance for the BJP in the upcoming elections.

Indian Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has suggested replacing Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) with 'Mahakal Standard Time' as a new time standard.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has launched his poll campaign, criticizing AIADMK, while Union Minister Piyush Goyal released a 'chargesheet' against the DMK ahead of the state elections.

European Union ministers are working to establish a unified strategy to address the ongoing energy price crisis.

Union minister Patil stated in Surat that the conduct of some police officers is damaging the image of the police force.

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has listed its first public infrastructure investment trust (InvIT) on the BSE, a move Union Minister Nitin Gadkari stated would allow ordinary road users to become stakeholders in national highway assets.

Jayant Chaudhary, the Minister of State (Independent Charge) of skill development and entrepreneurship, received the threat call from an unidentified number on Thursday (March 19), prompting an…

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that officials are permitted to travel on luxury trains like the Palace on Wheels and Maharaja Express if existing norms allow it.

A tricycle reportedly broke down minutes after being handed over to a person with disabilities during Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia's visit to Guna, Madhya Pradesh, with an official claiming it was rammed by a bike.

The NDTV Assam Conclave, 'The Great Brahmaputra Dialogue,' will feature Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal, and Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev as key speakers.

Union minister Murlidhar Mohol is undergoing surgery for a 29-year-old wrestling injury, which will cause him to miss the upcoming Parliament session.

The Karnataka High Court has quashed a cheating case filed against Jagadish Joshi, the brother of Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, providing a legal reprieve for the minister's family.

The Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas says ‘due to diplomatic sensitivities, some matters related to supply through Hormuz Strait cannot be revealed’

After a resolution seeking removal of Speaker Om Birla from office was defeated in the Lok Sabha, the BJP hit out at the Opposition, saying the “conspiracy” of the Congress and its allies to lower…

Union Minister Piyush Goyal assured that India is not facing any fuel shortage despite the growing uncertainty in global energy markets due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

An ex-union minister stated that clean energy and digital innovation will be the foundational pillars of India's economic identity.

Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri has also sought to allay public concerns amid rising uncertainty about energy availability

The Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology stated that regulating the internet falls under the Centre's domain, suggesting that social media bans imposed by states like Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka could face jurisdictional challenges.

“As per the provisions, the preliminary report in any plane crash should be submitted within a month of the incident. In the present plane crash, the preliminary report has been submitted. With many other agencies carrying out probes, the work on the final report has now begun,” says Union Minister

India's Union Minister for Communications officially launched Tejas Networks’ hyper-scalable Data Center Interconnect (DCI) platform during the Mobile World Congress.

Union Minister Joshi emphasized the need for an inquiry into phone tapping, citing privacy concerns and highlighting a contradiction in the State Home Minister's statement on the issue.

Tributes are pouring in for former Union Minister K.P. Unnikrishnan.

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi stated that the Centre is actively working to ensure the safe return of Indians stranded in the volatile Middle East.

Union Budget 2026-27 gave special focus on shaping the future of the country’s youth, says Suresh Gopi

Union Minister Baghel conducted visits to CMRI and the Simhachalam temple.

Journalists have appealed to the Union Minister to reinstate the railway fare concession.

A Union minister has advised the Odisha government to organize 'Tithi Bhojan' and 'Poshan Diwas' events in Anganwadi centers to promote community participation and nutrition.

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia stated that India's SIM-binding rules will not change, prioritizing national security over revenue implications.

Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026, will be sent to the State Legislative Assembly of Kerala to facilitate the state's renaming to 'Keralam'.

A political spat has erupted between the Congress and BJP after the Opposition party tagged Union Minister Piyush Goyal as 'missing' during a temporary absence from public view.

Union Minister V Somanna stated that a Karnataka BJP MLA’s arrest could be a conspiracy, but also acknowledged that the MLA's behavior was not tolerable.

Roy was once regarded as West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's most trusted lieutenant and the TMC's principal strategist

The voter roll cleanup exercise SIR in Manipur must go beyond routine updating, and focus on strict scrutiny of abnormal growth patterns, former Union Minister Rajkumar Ranjan Singh has said in a statement.

Union Commerce ministry, meanwhile, said it was studying the recent developments in the US on Trump's tariffs and their implications.

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram has dismissed social media claims linking him and his father, former Union minister P Chidambaram, to a scene in the film Dhurandhar. He stated the allegations are a mix of fact, fiction, and WhatsApp forwards, questioning the lack of official records if such an event had occurred.

Union Ministers J.P. Nadda, Kiren Rijiju, Arjun Meghwal, and Shivraj Singh Chouhan, along with BJP National President Nitin Nabin, attended a meeting of NDA floor leaders in the Indian Parliament.

Indian politician Rohit Pawar has reportedly advised Union Minister Nitin Gadkari not to travel by aircraft belonging to a particular firm, VSR.

India's Union Minister for Shipping, Sarbananda Sonowal, has urged the country’s marine regulator to ensure transparency in port operations and prevent profiteering by agencies, to avoid undue charges for vessels.

The BJP has issued a strict three-line whip, mandating full attendance for all MPs and Union ministers during a special three-day Parliament session from April 16-18, expected to focus on the Women's Reservation Amendment Bill.

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan criticized Kharge, stating that women's reservation in India is about delivering outcomes rather than making recurring, unfulfilled promises.

Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar made a veiled jibe at Union Minister Amit Shah during an Assam rally, calling on voters to drive 'infiltrators from Gujarat' out of the state.

The BJP has announced its fifth list of candidates for the Bengal polls, including a veteran leader and the nephew of former Union minister Tapan Sikdar, Saurav Sikdar, who will contest from Dum Dum Uttar.

The Allahabad High Court has directed an additional chief secretary in Uttar Pradesh to provide an explanation. The court's order concerns the omission of the honorific 'Hon'ble' when referring to a Union minister in a First Information Report (FIR).

The BJP has announced its fourth list of candidates for the West Bengal elections, including MP Santanu Thakur's wife and former Congressman Santosh Pathak, while also changing the candidate for Maynaguri.

Union Minister JP Nadda has confirmed that adequate fertilizer is available for the ensuing agricultural season, addressing concerns about supply.

A man in West Bengal made a death threat against Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary, with authorities citing 'personal reasons' and the individual being 'mentally unfit' as potential motives.

The Centre has informed the Rajya Sabha that the provisional answer key for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) will be released following the preliminary exams. Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh confirmed this in a written reply.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari informed the Rajya Sabha about a significant 60% increase in complaints related to National Highways during the current fiscal year.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has accused the governments of Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala of stalling various development projects, highlighting a political dispute over project implementation.

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri's daughter has filed a plea in the Delhi High Court, seeking legal action against individuals and online platforms.

Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu stated that granting international status to Madurai airport would attract more tourists and pilgrims, create jobs, and boost the hospitality, MSME, and agricultural sectors in the district.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal met with South Korean Trade Minister Yeo Han-Koo to bolster economic ties, boost investments, and deepen supply-chain collaboration. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing trade, manufacturing, and exports, aiming for a mutually beneficial economic partnership. South Korea is a significant investor in India, with bilateral trade projected to reach $50 billion by 2030.

Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs Tokhan Sahu felicitated Anil Marwah, a dedicated enthusiast of the Delhi Metro, for his personal milestone of riding the first train on the…

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has highlighted the commercial LPG disruption in Bengaluru, writing to the Union Minister about the crisis.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has written to Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri, requesting a revisit of the methodology for supplying adequate natural gas to meet power plant demands.

A Union minister announced that 98.48% of rural roads under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) have been completed in Udupi district, India. This update highlights significant progress in rural infrastructure development in the region.

A Union Minister inspected the venue for the Prime Minister's upcoming public meeting in Tiruchi, indicating preparations for a significant political event.

Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh together account for around 55 per cent of child labour cases, says the Union Minister

In his pursuit of records, Siddaramaiah has pushed the State’s economy in disarray: Union Minister Kumaraswamy

Union Minister Sonowal laid the foundation stone for India's first river lighthouses in Assam, marking a new development for inland navigation.

The ruling BJP separately named four candidates, including its general secretary Vinod Tawde and Union minister Ramdas Athawale, for the biennial polls, nominations for which will close on March 5.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah rubbished allegations of spying and phone tapping made by Leader of Opposition in the Assembly R. Ashok and JD(S) leader and Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy

The Union Minister for Law and Justice stated that the NDA will ensure corruption-free good governance in Tamil Nadu, criticizing the DMK government for alleged corruption.

K. P. Unnikrishnan, a former Union Minister, confidant of Indira Gandhi, and early critic of the Bofors scandal, has passed away at the age of 89.

India has to create a maritime ecosystem to take leadership in the sector, says Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways

A Union Minister in India has assured Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) that the government will take measures to control raw material prices.

Union Government to establish content creator labs in 15,000 secondary schools to boost the ‘orange economy’

Union minister Bhupender Yadav highlighted AI's potential for solving real-world issues and its role in climate response at the launch of "Smarter Than the Storm," stressing the need for efficient power use in AI development.

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has approved the construction of approximately 5,000 new houses under PMAY-G for the rehabilitation of internally displaced persons (IDPs) affected by ethnic violence in Manipur.

A Union Minister has claimed the unauthorised presence of a former Bengal Chief Secretary at a Supreme Court-mandated SIR meeting, demanding a probe and arrest, and accusing the TMC government of trying to influence the judiciary.

A Union Minister has inaugurated the V.O.C. Maritime Heritage Museum located in Thoothukudi, India.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stated that the NDA will contest elections in Kerala with the aim of forming a government, asserting that the state needs a 'right government' for prosperity.

Suresh Gopi is among 27 persons who donated gold and cash for installation of flagmast. Officials say actors Mohanlal and Renji Panicker, and film producer M. Renjith, were among the donors, and that the SIT will record their statements

Union Minister Suresh Gopi stated that the Vizhinjam port project materialized after he raised the issue with Prime Minister Modi in 2014.

India's Union Minister Kiren Rijiju announced that a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will be debated and voted on, amidst opposition challenges.

India's Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri met with US Ambassador Sergio Gor to discuss strengthening energy security, with India affirming its commitment to buying oil from diversified sources.

Union Coal Minister Kishan Reddy announced that India currently possesses an adequate coal stock to last for 90 days.

Union Minister Athawale has expressed confidence that the NDA alliance will come to power in Puducherry, as well as in West Bengal, Assam, and Tamil Nadu.

Union Minister Amit Shah urged Bengal's tribal communities to vote against TMC, alleging Mamata Banerjee insulted President Droupadi Murmu, and promised a 'son of soil' chief minister for the state.

Mohsina Kidwai, a veteran leader of the Congress party and former Union Minister, has passed away at the age of 94. She held significant portfolios in the Rajiv Gandhi government.

An Indian High Court has sought a reply from the Uttar Pradesh government regarding the protocol of not using honorifics like 'Hon'ble' or 'Mr' before a Union minister's name in First Information Reports (FIRs).

The Congress party has named 27 candidates for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, contesting 28 seats in alliance with the DMK, while the BJP also announced 27 candidates, including Union Minister L Murugan.

Union Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to address the Lok Sabha to provide updates on ongoing anti-Maoist operations and outline a roadmap for achieving long-term peace in affected regions.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that government measures have helped alleviate the LPG crisis, with the oil ministry confirming a large number of LPG cargoes are lined up to meet demand.

Union ministers and the BJP chief celebrated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for becoming the longest-serving head of an elected government in India, marking 8,931 days in office.

Rahul Gandhi has raised concerns about the cost burden of the Bus Body Code, while Union Minister Gadkari emphasized its importance for safety standards.

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal commends the courage of Indian seafarers aboard LPG carriers Shivalik and Nanda Devi, which safely navigated the strategically sensitive Strait of Hormuz amid heightened regional tensions

He lauds the Tamil Nadu postal circle for ranking second in the country in terms of overall revenue and postal staff

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, speaking at NDTV Assam Power Play, detailed the BJP government's accomplishments in Assam over the past 11 years, drawing comparisons with the previous Congress administration.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has stated that fertiliser stocks for the upcoming kharif cropping season are sufficient, addressing concerns about agricultural supplies.

Tobacco farmers are facing a crisis, prompting Union Minister Piyush Goyal to assure steps to ease their situation during a meeting in New Delhi.

Union minister JP Nadda rebuffed Kharge’s comments, saying the government will carry out the necessary investigation

Union Minister Gadkari informed the Rajya Sabha that the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway will be completed in phases by March 2028, citing delays that have necessitated re-tendering some contracts.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal assured India faces no fuel shortage despite global energy market volatility.

Union minister G Kishan Reddy has called on Telangana to sign a Power Purchase Agreement with NTPC for a new thermal power project to meet the state's escalating electricity demand, projected to reach 100,000 MW by 2047.

Farmers have expressed the inability to grow sandalwood due to restrictions. They said the numbers are also dwindling and sought help to increase the sandalwood tree population," said Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union Minister for Agriculture at Chennai

The Minister was addressing graduates at the convocation ceremony of Guntur Medical College

The Chief Minister of Karnataka has announced the allocation of 100 acres for setting up an Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) facility in Mandya, responding to a Union Minister's appeal.

Ahead of Assembly elections in Assam, three suspended Congress Members of Legislative Assembly have joined the BJP, with Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita welcoming their support for the BJP's ideology.

Meeting of top JD-U leaders, including the party’s working president Sanjay Kumar Jha and Union Minister and party’s MP from Munger Rajeev Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh are going on at the official residence of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar

A Union Minister has requested the introduction of new train services from Srikakulam to Secunderabad and Tirupati.

A Union Minister inaugurated an incubation center at Nirmala College for Women in Coimbatore, India, aimed at promoting innovation and technology among students.

K.P. Unnikrishnan, a former Union Minister and senior Congress leader who served as MP for Vadakara from 1971 to 1996, has passed away.

The senior leaders of West Bengal BJP State president Samik Bhattacharya, Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari and Union Minister of State Sukanta Majumdar were present when theme song and a booklet of ‘Paribartan Yatra’ was released in the State.

India's Union Minister announced in Puducherry that the e-rupee project for food grain subsidy will be expanded across the country.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has stated that social media platforms must implement fair revenue sharing mechanisms for all content creators, including professional journalists and independent voices.

Deepfakes and coordinated disinformation campaigns are putting global trust at risk, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday.

Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced that India's first cannabis-based medicinal project is underway in Jammu, with testing and trials in their third stage, to be followed by human trials.

A Union Minister called for the implementation of a scientific and sensitive paradigm for mine closure.

Rahul Gandhi challenged PM Modi to scrap the Indo-U.S. trade deal, claiming it was done under pressure due to the Epstein files and to benefit industrialist Adani, and that Union minister Hardeep Puri's name in the files was released to threaten the PM.

BJP State president Rajeev Chandrasekhar stated that Major Archbishop Raphael Thattil requested 'micro minority' status from Union Minister for Minority Affairs during his visit to the Church’s headquarters.

VACB records statement of Union Minister Suresh Gopi in Sabarimala flag mast probe

The preliminary report on the Learjet 45 plane crash in Baramati, which resulted in the deaths of NCP leader Ajit Pawar and four others, is expected to be released by February 28.

A Union Minister announced that the Kanipakam temple is likely to undergo development as part of the PRASHAD scheme, aimed at enhancing pilgrimage sites.

In a startling turn of events, Bihar's prohibition law, which has been in place for a decade, is under scrutiny once again, this time from unexpected political allies. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi raised his voice against the law, shedding light on how it disproportionately affects the marginalized and leads to substantial revenue losses.