Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami announces renaming of 11 places: Aurangzebpur to be renamed Shivaji Nagar; check list here

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami announced the renaming of 11 places in Haridwar, Dehradun, Nainital, and Udham Singh Nagar to honor Hindu deities, icons, and notable BJP and RSS leaders, reflecting public sentiment and Indian heritage.

from mint - politics Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami announced the renaming of 11 places in Haridwar, Dehradun, Nainital, and Udham Singh Nagar to honor Hindu deities, icons, and notable BJP and RSS leaders, reflecting public sentiment and Indian heritage.

Is PM Modi retiring in September? This BJP rule sparks buzz as Sanjay Raut flags RSS visit

Sanjay Raut of Shiv Sena (UBT) claimed PM Modi visited RSS headquarters to announce his retirement, sparking discussions about his successor. Maharashtra's CM Fadnavis dismissed this, asserting Modi will continue as PM until at least 2029, amid ongoing speculation about retirement at age 75.

from mint - politics Sanjay Raut of Shiv Sena (UBT) claimed PM Modi visited RSS headquarters to announce his retirement, sparking discussions about his successor. Maharashtra's CM Fadnavis dismissed this, asserting Modi will continue as PM until at least 2029, amid ongoing speculation about retirement at age 75.

PM Modi in Nagpur today, to pay tribute to RSS founders: Full itinerary here

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Nagpur is marked by tributes to RSS founders and significant development projects, including a new eye care facility and educational initiatives in Chhattisgarh. Find his full itinerary highlights here.

from mint - politics Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Nagpur is marked by tributes to RSS founders and significant development projects, including a new eye care facility and educational initiatives in Chhattisgarh. Find his full itinerary highlights here.

Danish Prime Minister to Visit Greenland Next Week

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen plans to visit Greenland next week to bolster the commonwealth between the two countries, as the US ramps up its rhetoric about taking over the Arctic island.

from mint - politics Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen plans to visit Greenland next week to bolster the commonwealth between the two countries, as the US ramps up its rhetoric about taking over the Arctic island.

Trump Revokes Permits to US, Foreign Oil Firms in Venezuela

The Trump administration revoked permits and waivers allowing Western energy firms to operate in Venezuela, three people familiar with the issue said Saturday. The move further isolates Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from the world oil market.

from mint - politics The Trump administration revoked permits and waivers allowing Western energy firms to operate in Venezuela, three people familiar with the issue said Saturday. The move further isolates Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from the world oil market.

Delhi LG VK Saxena dances with tribal community in Ooty | Watch viral video

Delhi LG viral video: In the video, Delhi LG VK Saxena is seen gracefully picking up the steps of the dance, which involves clapping and going around in a circle. He is seen smiling as he dances with the tribal community.

from mint - politics Delhi LG viral video: In the video, Delhi LG VK Saxena is seen gracefully picking up the steps of the dance, which involves clapping and going around in a circle. He is seen smiling as he dances with the tribal community.

Waqf Bill will be introduced in ongoing Budget session of Parliament: Amit Shah, amid protests by Muslim groups

As protests contine from Muslim groups, Union Home Minister Amit Shah declares that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill will be reintroduced in Parliament's ongoing session. With the bill aimed at amending the Waqf Act, Shah assures that no Muslim rights will be compromised. Dive into the details.

from mint - politics As protests contine from Muslim groups, Union Home Minister Amit Shah declares that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill will be reintroduced in Parliament's ongoing session. With the bill aimed at amending the Waqf Act, Shah assures that no Muslim rights will be compromised. Dive into the details.

Supreme Court Justice Says Judges Must Be ‘Fiercely Independent’

Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor told students at Georgetown University that judges should be “fiercely independent” in responding to growing challenges to the rule of law.

from mint - politics Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor told students at Georgetown University that judges should be “fiercely independent” in responding to growing challenges to the rule of law.

Govt imposes 10% duty on import of chana from 1 April

The move marks an end to the duty-free import regime that was in place since May last year to ease domestic shortages and stabilize prices.

from mint - politics The move marks an end to the duty-free import regime that was in place since May last year to ease domestic shortages and stabilize prices.

‘Hurting Muslim sentiments’: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin moves resolution against Centre's Waqf Amendment Bill in assembly

‘Hurting Muslim sentiments’: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin moves resolution against Centre's Waqf Amendment Bill in assembly

from mint - politics ‘Hurting Muslim sentiments’: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin moves resolution against Centre's Waqf Amendment Bill in assembly

Eknath Shinde slams Kunal Kamra's statement on ‘inability to take a joke’, says ‘This was like taking Supari’

Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde condemned comedian Kunal Kamra's jibes as a breach of decorum, equating them to taking a contract against someone. 

from mint - politics Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde condemned comedian Kunal Kamra's jibes as a breach of decorum, equating them to taking a contract against someone. 

Delhi Budget 2025 LIVE: ‘Delhi will progress, Ram Rajya will be established,’ CM Rekha Gupta to table budget today

Delhi Budget 2025 LIVE: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta said the Budget will be a 'peoples' budget' trying to strengthen basic services and emphasise job creation. Get all Delhi Budget 2025 LIVE here on LiveMint.

from mint - politics Delhi Budget 2025 LIVE: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta said the Budget will be a 'peoples' budget' trying to strengthen basic services and emphasise job creation. Get all Delhi Budget 2025 LIVE here on LiveMint.

India to drop ‘Google tax’ from 1 April amid US tariff threats

The move to drop the controversial levy, nicknamed the ‘Google tax’ comes in the wake of ongoing trade talks between the US and India.

from mint - politics The move to drop the controversial levy, nicknamed the ‘Google tax’ comes in the wake of ongoing trade talks between the US and India.

‘We are always there for Muslims’: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin criticises AIADMK for supporting Citizenship Amendment Act

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin affirmed the DMK's commitment to protecting Muslim rights during an Iftar party, criticizing the AIADMK's support for the Citizenship Amendment Act. He condemned former Chief Minister Palaniswami for his past actions against Muslims while attending the event.

from mint - politics Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin affirmed the DMK's commitment to protecting Muslim rights during an Iftar party, criticizing the AIADMK's support for the Citizenship Amendment Act. He condemned former Chief Minister Palaniswami for his past actions against Muslims while attending the event.

Kunal Kamra controversy: Shinde Sena leaders detained for vandalising Mumbai hotel over ‘traitor’ joke for Dy CM

Kunal Kamra's controversial video showing him taking jibes at Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde has triggered contempt proceedings and political outrage. The incident escalated to vandalism when Shinde Sena leaders and workers ransacked the venue where Kamra's video was filmed. 

from mint - politics Kunal Kamra's controversial video showing him taking jibes at Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde has triggered contempt proceedings and political outrage. The incident escalated to vandalism when Shinde Sena leaders and workers ransacked the venue where Kamra's video was filmed. 

RoCs step up compliance drive; basic company law breaches common among small businesses

Most of the over 1,160 adjudication orders issued by RoCs in FY25 are on breaches of fundamental company law requirements such as maintaining a registered office.

from mint - politics Most of the over 1,160 adjudication orders issued by RoCs in FY25 are on breaches of fundamental company law requirements such as maintaining a registered office.

‘Against Ambedkar, Constitution’: Did RSS take a veiled dig at Karnataka govt’s 4% Muslim reservation?

RSS criticised Karnataka govt for a 4% reservation for Muslims in government contracts, claiming it violates the Indian Constitution. Dattatreya Hosabale stated that religion-based reservations are unconstitutional

from mint - politics RSS criticised Karnataka govt for a 4% reservation for Muslims in government contracts, claiming it violates the Indian Constitution. Dattatreya Hosabale stated that religion-based reservations are unconstitutional

Delhi budget session to start from Monday, March 24 – Here's what to expect

The Delhi Assembly will start its budget session on March 24, 2025, at 11 am, lasting until March 28. The session includes the presentation of the 2025-26 budget and discussions by MLAs, with a daily Question Hour scheduled.

from mint - politics The Delhi Assembly will start its budget session on March 24, 2025, at 11 am, lasting until March 28. The session includes the presentation of the 2025-26 budget and discussions by MLAs, with a daily Question Hour scheduled.

‘Not about religion,’ RSS expresses ‘firm’ view amid Aurangzeb row - ‘Invader mindset is threat to India’

RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale emphasized that the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is a societal achievement, not just an RSS one. He criticized the idea of honoring figures like Aurangzeb, asserting that invader mindsets threaten India's ethos.

from mint - politics RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale emphasized that the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is a societal achievement, not just an RSS one. He criticized the idea of honoring figures like Aurangzeb, asserting that invader mindsets threaten India's ethos.

Transportation Secretary Slams NYC Subway, Pressures MTA

US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy intensified the Trump administration’s criticism of New York City’s subway system on Saturday, accusing Governor Kathy Hochul of neglecting safety and homelessness issues in the transit system.

from mint - politics US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy intensified the Trump administration’s criticism of New York City’s subway system on Saturday, accusing Governor Kathy Hochul of neglecting safety and homelessness issues in the transit system.