Nikhila Henry

According to the PM’s Office, “this is the first time a Prime Minister is addressing such a programme at the headquarters of the Catholic Church of India”.

In his address, CBCI president Archbishop Andrews Thazhath said the PM’s "vision echoes the Gospel values of inclusion and service to all”, but also mentioned concerns regarding those “targeted by anti-social fringe elements in some parts of the country”.

On the possibility of BJP's tie-up with AIADMK, Annamalai tells The Indian Express that alliances are decided by BJP leadership and that “our focus remains solely on the party's development in the state”

A minister in the state Cabinet, Lokesh has assumed a more assertive role, with sources saying that while Chandrababu Naidu still has the final word, he does not contest decisions taken by son.

Of 31 CMs, six record a decline between latest election and one preceding it, four declare zero income, nine list professions other than politics or social work as source of income.

“The resolution passed by Tamil Nadu Assembly exhorts the Centre to withdraw it (UGC draft regulations)… If not, this will turn into a people’s protest. We will even pursue a legal route against it,” Govi Chezian tells The Indian Express

The Indian Kalaripayattu Federation has accused the Indian Olympics Association (IOA) of “relegating” the martial art to the demonstration section of the event.

TDP wants Centre to fulfill only promises made in Andhra Reorganisation Act, 2014, doesn't want to put BJP under too much pressure, ignores YSRCP criticism

According to an order issued by the state government on January 7, the police station will be headed by an officer of the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police.

While several YSRCP leaders claimed there was “no dearth of leaders” to take Reddy’s place, others say the party will miss his “unparalleled political and financial mind”