Anurag Thakur

Anti-CAA protests: Delhi HC dismisses plea for hate speech FIR against Union Minister Anurag Thakur

The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition by CPI(M) leaders challenging the trial court's refusal to direct the registration of an FIR against Anurag Thakur for his alleged hate speeches concerning anti-CAA protest at Shaheen Bagh in Delhi.

Jun 13, 2022, 16:53 PM IST

Hate speech: Delhi HC to pronounce verdict tomorrow on plea against Anurag Thakur

CPI (M) leaders mentioned in their plea that BJP's Anurag Thakur had, on January 27, 2020, egged on the crowd to raise an incendiary slogan "shoot the traitors" after lashing out at those protesting against the amended Citizenship Act (CAA) in Delhi's Rithala. 

Jun 12, 2022, 16:39 PM IST

Exclusive: Anurag Thakur speaks on the ongoing violence in the country

Anurag Thakur while speaking on the ongoing violence in the country said that some political parties are trying to disturb peace in their state. With such politics, they will fall in the eyes of the people.

Jun 12, 2022, 12:34 PM IST

Modi's 8 years better than past 60 years: Union Minister Anurag Thakur

PM Narendra Modi-powered BJP led NDA to a thumping win in 2014 over throwing the UPA rule of a decade.

Jun 03, 2022, 21:41 PM IST

World Bicycle Day: Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur launches nationwide 'Fit India Freedom Rider Cycle rally'

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Thakur said that by riding a bicycle we can accomplish the goal of the Fit India Movement, the Khelo India movement, the Clean India movement & Healthy India movement.

Jun 03, 2022, 09:30 AM IST

On IAS couple who walked dog at stadium, Anurag Thakur says Delhi govt failed to act

The IAS couple, who alleged;y walked their dog in Delhi's Thyagraj Stadium were transferred by the Central government.

May 28, 2022, 17:12 PM IST

Cannes 2022: Union Minister Anurag Thakur India set to add 30 crore more OTT users

Information and Broadcasting, and Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Anurag Thakur announced a slew of initiatives to promote India as an international film shooting destination.

May 19, 2022, 20:28 PM IST

Anurag Thakur arrives at Cannes Film Festival, praises Indian cinema

India's Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur praised Indian cinema at the 75th Cannes Film Festival. Anurag Thakur said Indian cinema has a golden history.

May 18, 2022, 18:22 PM IST

AR Rahman poses with Kamal Haasan at Cannes 2022, see photo

AR Rahman also walked the red carpet on Tuesday, representing the Indian delegation led by I&B Minister Anurag Thakur.

May 18, 2022, 08:26 AM IST

Cannes 2022: PM Narendra Modi lauds India's participation as 'Country of Honour' this year

"India has a lot of stories to be told and the country truly possesses immense potential to become the content hub of the world," Narendra Modi on Indian cinema.

May 18, 2022, 08:06 AM IST

Aishwarya Rai, Abhishek Bachchan and Aaradhya get trolled for their Cannes 2022 airport look!

Aishwarya, Abhishek and Aaradhya Bachchan at Cannes 2022: Aaradhya looked cutesy in a pink sweatshirt and blue pants, posing shyly for the cameras as mommy Ash walked with her hand around her daughter. 

May 17, 2022, 17:51 PM IST

Cannes 2022: Akshay Kumar, AR Rahman to walk the red carpet with I&B minister Anurag Thakur

Cannes 2022: At a time when India is celebrating the 75th year of its independence and has launched Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, India and France are also celebrating 75 years of their association as is the annual Cannes Film Festival. 

May 10, 2022, 21:56 PM IST

Jammu & Kashmir to become 'Self-reliant'- Union Minister Anurag Thakur

Giving information about the decisions of the cabinet, Union Minister Anurag Thakur said that Jammu and Kashmir will become self-reliant.

Apr 27, 2022, 17:54 PM IST

Is Union Minister Anurag Thakur BJP's man behind coup in AAP's Himachal unit?

Among those responsible, Union Minister Anurag Thakur is said to be instrumental and played an active role in what can be dubbed as a right hit to diminish AAP`s poll prospects in the Himachal Pradesh Assembly Election.

Apr 14, 2022, 12:32 PM IST

PM Modi-led cabinet approves Rs 5,911 crore for Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan

Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan has now been extended till 2025-26

Apr 13, 2022, 16:07 PM IST

Sourav Ganguly and Jay Shah’s ICC chairmanship hopes put on hold, BCCI secretary settles for cricket committee berth

The delay works for the BCCI as it has been hoping that an Indian would be ICC chairman when the 50-over World Cup Trophy takes place in the country in 2023.

Apr 11, 2022, 12:12 PM IST

BJP to drop Jai Ram Thakur as Himachal Pradesh CM? JP Nadda responds to AAP’s claim

BJP president J P Nadda made the statement when asked about Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia's claim that Union minister Anurag Thakur will replace Jai Ram Thakur as the Himachal Pradesh CM. 

Apr 10, 2022, 16:39 PM IST

BJP wants to replace Jai Ram Thakur with Anurag Thakur as new Himachal Pradesh CM: AAP’s Manish Sisodia

Manish Sisodia claimed that witnessing the response AAP received during its roadshow in Mandi a day earlier has terrified the BJP and it wants to replace Jai Ram Thakur with Union Minister Anurag Thakur as Himachal Pradesh CM. 

Apr 07, 2022, 16:10 PM IST

Kejriwal wave exists only on social media, nothing on ground: BJP's Anurag Thakur's vile jibe at AAP

Anurag Thakur’s comments came after Kejriwal's Gujarat Tirnaga Yatra where he urged people to give his party a chance and called BJP dishonest.

Apr 03, 2022, 09:29 AM IST

Ranveer Singh makes Union Minister Anurag Thakur shake legs on 'Malhari', video goes viral - Watch

During an event at the Dubai Expo 2020, Ranveer was asked to perform a step on the hit number from his movie 'Bajirao Mastani' and the actor didn't miss the chance. He even invited Thakur, who was also present on the stage, to join him.

Mar 29, 2022, 12:20 PM IST