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'We don't maintain data': MEA on how many passports issued to non-citizens | RTI reply

'We don't maintain data': MEA on how many passports issued to non-citizens | RTI reply

The response is notable because the government does maintain and provide other detailed passport-related data. Photo: File/ANI The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has said it does not maintain cons...

12-Aug-2026

'I ordered raids at Central prison', says Priyank Kharge after Prajwal Revanna found with android phone

'I ordered raids at Central prison', says Priyank Kharge after Prajwal Revanna found with android phone

Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge. Photo | ANI Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday said he ordered a surprise raid at Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara Central Prison after noticing ...

12-Aug-2026

FCRA Amendment Bill Likely To Go To JPC Today Amid Growing Opposition From States

FCRA Amendment Bill Likely To Go To JPC Today Amid Growing Opposition From States

The FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 is being referred due to growing opposition and concerns from state governments, political parties, and civil society groups. The Union government is likely to announce at...

12-Aug-2026

South will suffer: Vijay govt's big anti-delimitation push and 3 demands

South will suffer: Vijay govt's big anti-delimitation push and 3 demands

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay amil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay moved a resolution in the Assembly against the delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies on Wednesday, even though he firmly backed women'...

12-Aug-2026

Karnataka Bandh 2026: August 13 Shutdown Timings, Schools, Buses, Banks & Offices — What’s Open And Closed?

Karnataka Bandh 2026: August 13 Shutdown Timings, Schools, Buses, Banks & Offices — What’s Open And Closed?

Kannada activist Vatal Nagaraj has called for a statewide ‘ Karnataka bandh ’ for tomorrow, Thursday, August 13. The 12-hour bandh will reportedly be observed from 6 AM to 6 PM, which may affect sever...

12-Aug-2026

“Rahul Jharkhand Kyun Nahi Gaye?” BJP MP Taunts, Priyanka Gandhi’s Fiery Reply: “First Time I’ve Seen Ruling Party MPs Protest”

“Rahul Jharkhand Kyun Nahi Gaye?” BJP MP Taunts, Priyanka Gandhi’s Fiery Reply: “First Time I’ve Seen Ruling Party MPs Protest”

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in Parliament (Img: Pinterst) New Delhi: A political face-off unfolded outside Parliament on Tuesday as NDA MPs targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over the Jharkha...

11-Aug-2026

Prakash Raj Says Name Dropped From Voter List In Bengaluru Constituency He Contested From; Asks, ‘Kya Kya Kaagaz Dikhana Padega?’

Prakash Raj Says Name Dropped From Voter List In Bengaluru Constituency He Contested From; Asks, ‘Kya Kya Kaagaz Dikhana Padega?’

Prakash Raj has shared an update after the SIR in Karnataka. Actor Prakash Raj claims his Bengaluru voting right deleted. Raj questions government, challenging denial of citizens' voting rights. He pr...

11-Aug-2026

K’taka bandh on Aug 13: Kannada outfits divided after rain eases water situation

K’taka bandh on Aug 13: Kannada outfits divided after rain eases water situation

Bengaluru: Several Kannada organisations have extended support to the Karnataka bandh called on August 13 over Tamil Nadu’s opposition to the Mekedatu drinking water project, even as differences have ...

11-Aug-2026

‘My father is in RSS’: India’s Gen Z confronts Modi-loving parents at home

‘My father is in RSS’: India’s Gen Z confronts Modi-loving parents at home

New Delhi, India – When Kunal Choudhary left Punjab's Ludhiana city on July 14 to join the Gen Z-led protests in New Delhi, he knew it was in effect a one-way ticket with little possibility of returni...

11-Aug-2026

FCRA Bill 2026: Ambassador Vinay Kwatra debunks 5 ‘myths’, says asset cessation ‘not new’, doesn't target any religion

FCRA Bill 2026: Ambassador Vinay Kwatra debunks 5 ‘myths’, says asset cessation ‘not new’, doesn't target any religion

Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra. (ANI) As the Opposition continues to oppose the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, India's Ambassador to the United States Vinay Kwatra of...

10-Aug-2026

FCRA Bill 2026: Parliament Ruckus on Foreign Funds, NGOs & National Security

FCRA Bill 2026: Parliament Ruckus on Foreign Funds, NGOs & National Security

The FCRA Bill 2026 has ignited a fiery debate in Parliament, much like a gripping political potboiler, becoming the nation’s hottest topic. This crucial legislation, impacting foreign funds for NGOs a...

10-Aug-2026

8th Pay Commission Salary Hike: What Fitment Factor and DA Merger Could Mean for Your Pay

8th Pay Commission Salary Hike: What Fitment Factor and DA Merger Could Mean for Your Pay

The 8th central pay commission (CPC) is in its consultation stage as it has closed submission for suggestions and data from employee representative groups, unions and other stakeholders as of July. 8t...

10-Aug-2026

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