MB Patil Slams BJP Over German Chancellor's Private Visit
Karnataka Minister MB Patil calls BJP criticism 'petty and irresponsible' regarding German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's private state visit focused on Bosch and IISc engagements.
Karnataka Minister MB Patil calls BJP criticism 'petty and irresponsible' regarding German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's private state visit focused on Bosch and IISc engagements.
Senior BJP leader Chandrakant Patil expresses strong confidence in BJP-Shiv Sena alliance winning BMC with 90 seats for BJP, 40 for Sena. He predicts Mahayuti dominance across western Maharashtra civic bodies.
Expelled BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal dares Deputy CM DK Shivakumar to demonstrate his political strength in North Karnataka, questioning his popularity and demanding a CBI probe.
In a significant political development, Shiv Sena-backed NCP councillor Shital Patil defeats BJP nominee to become Deputy Mayor of Ambernath Municipal Council. Read the full story.
A political slugfest erupts in Chandrapur after Congress enlists folk dancer Gautami Patil for a roadshow. BJP's Sudhir Mungantiwar and Congress's Vijay Wadettiwar trade sharp barbs. Read the full story.
Kerala Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil arrested in a third rape case after CM's intervention. Police allege he used his position to abuse women. Congress distances itself from the MLA.
High drama at Kharghar police station after BJP supporters allegedly evict ex-corporator Netra Patil from a public event. Videos go viral. ACP says no complaint lodged yet.
Shiv Sena candidates accused BJP workers of distributing cash in Tukaram Nagar, leading to a major confrontation and police intervention during KDMC election campaigning. Read the full details.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP's growing support in Kerala and predicted a party-led government in the 2026 Assembly elections, highlighting a surge in vote share and local body wins.
Kerala Assembly Speaker consults legal experts on disqualifying Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil after his arrest in a sexual assault case. Get the latest updates on this political crisis.
Kerala Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil arrested in cheating case. Party leadership distances itself, citing personal conduct. Details on the case and political fallout.
Expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil arrested from a Palakkad hotel in a new rape and forced abortion case. This marks the third such allegation against the former Youth Congress leader.
Dr. Sangram Patil, a London-based YouTuber, was briefly detained at Mumbai airport in a defamation case filed by BJP's Nikhil Bhamre. He was served a notice and released after questioning. Details inside.
Expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil arrested in Palakkad over a third sexual assault case. He was taken from a hotel and is in Pathanamthitta police custody. Read the latest developments.
London-based doctor Sangram Patil was briefly held at Mumbai airport over a BJP defamation case. He was served a notice under BNSS and released after questioning. Details inside.
Minister Chandrakant Patil predicts BJP's Lahu Balwadkar will win Pune's Ward 9 with the highest margin. NCP's Amol Balwadkar retaliates, highlighting BJP's internal ticket disputes. Read the full story.
Kerala Assembly disqualifies LDF MLA Antony Raju after a 3-year jail sentence for tampering with evidence in a 1990 drug case involving an Australian man's underwear. Read the full story.
Harshwardhan Patil, great-grandson of ex-CM Vasantdada Patil, contests Sangli Miraj Kupwad civic polls on Congress ticket. The UK-educated scion aims to address grassroots issues.
In a major political realignment, 12 suspended Congress corporators and a former block president formally joined the BJP in Ambernath, citing development goals. Read the full story.
Discontent brews in BJP's R Central stronghold as veteran women corporators are sidelined for new faces. Key defection and environmental concerns shape the high-stakes ward battle. Read the full analysis.
The BJP gears up for its first-ever state conference in Punjab on April 27-28, aiming to galvanize workers and project a strong alternative. Key leaders to attend.
Karnataka police file case against Congress MLA and his son for allegedly assaulting a cooperative bank staff union leader. Incident reported on Jan 5, 2026. Read details.
DMK MLA T J Govindarajan allegedly slapped a party worker at a Pongal event near Chennai. The viral video has shocked local party units. Read the full story here.
A public meeting in Bidar was postponed after a heated altercation between BJP MLA Siddu Patil and Congress MLC Bhimrao Patil. Police intervened to prevent violence. Read the full details.
Two separate altercations involving Union Minister V Somanna, Congress leaders in Koppal, and a clash between Congress MLC & BJP MLA in Bidar rocked Karnataka politics on Monday. Details inside.
Former Kerala Transport Minister Antony Raju disqualified as MLA following his conviction in a 2013 drug seizure case. The court sentenced him to three years in prison. Read the full story.
Kerala MLA and former minister Antony Raju disqualified from the Assembly following a conviction for evidence tampering in a 1992 drug case. The court sentenced him to three years in prison.
BJP's Nitin Nabin is expected to be formally elected party president before the January budget session, marking a significant organizational overhaul and generational change. Get the full details here.
Congress MLA's son and aides allegedly assault cooperative bank union chief in Karnataka's Chitradurga. Police complaint filed, political tensions rise. Read the full report.
Former BJP MLA Phoolchand Gurjar, who represented Neem ka Thana twice, passed away at 72. A large crowd attended his final rites. Read more about his political legacy.