Central government

PM Narendra Modi's laboratory…: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi takes jibe at Centre over Agnipath scheme

"60,000 soldiers retire every year, out of which only 3,000 are getting government jobs. What will be the future of thousands of Agniveers retiring on 4-year contracts? With this new experiment in the Prime Minister's laboratory, both the security of the country and the future of the youth are in danger," Rahul Gandhi tweeted. 

Jul 24, 2022, 11:54 AM IST

'One-sided crackdown on Opposition...': AAP's Sanjay Singh targets Enforcement Directorate, Centre

AAP MP Sanjay Singh said, "Cases are being registered arbitrarily by the central agency (ED) against Health Minister Satyendar Jain and leaders of the Opposition... In the last 14 years, the Enforcement Directorate has registered more than 16,000 cases but could prove the charges against only 15 people." 

Jul 21, 2022, 18:16 PM IST

Methodology 'questionable, non-transparent': Centre rejects World Press Freedom Index report

According to the World Press Freedom Index, released in May, India's ranking dropped to 150th position from last year's 142nd rank among 180 nations.

Jul 21, 2022, 16:20 PM IST

Modi government never encouraged Telangana, says KCR; asks TRS MPs to raise voice in Parliament

"The Modi government has never encouraged Telangana, which is developing with economic discipline but is indulging in conspiracies to hinder development," KCR said. 

Jul 17, 2022, 08:30 AM IST

CBI being repeatedly used to intimidate opposition: Mamata Banerjee attacks Centre

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, who is among the harshest critics of the BJP, has often claimed that central agencies are being misused by the Narendra Modi government to harass the opposition.

Jun 29, 2022, 21:08 PM IST

Become ‘MAFIVEER’, otherwise...: Rahul Gandhi warns PM Modi over Agnipath scheme

“For 8 consecutive years, the BJP government has insulted the values of 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan'. I had said earlier also that the Prime Minister will have to withdraw the black Agriculture Act. In the same way, he will have to obey...” Gandhi said in a tweet.

Jun 18, 2022, 12:58 PM IST

Government's 'forced' efforts to establish peace in Jammu and Kashmir have 'miserably' failed: Farooq Abdullah

“We tried to persuade the ruling party to bring about a change in its approach with regards to Kashmir, but they didn't listen to us. Now they are struggling with their failures,” said Dr Farooq Abdullha. 

Jun 09, 2022, 07:21 AM IST

Land scarcity in Delhi, allow compensatory afforestation in neighbouring states: DDA urges Centre

"The ministry may consider allowing CA for the project implemented by the central government/PSUs on degraded forest land in the neighbouring states of Delhi," the DDA said.

May 21, 2022, 15:28 PM IST

J&K: Govt tightens grip on terror funding, charges 8 separatist leaders

Jammu and Kashmir terror funding: National political party leaders in Kashmir Valley have welcomed decision to charge the 8 accused.

May 11, 2022, 23:39 PM IST

Key points of Supreme Court hearing on sedition law

The Supreme Court has stayed the sedition law till reviewed. The court has asked the central government to refrain from registering an FIR under this law. The court said that the sedition law will remain ineffective for the time being.

May 11, 2022, 15:56 PM IST

Centre tells SC it will examine validity of sedition law amid 'civil liberty concerns'

The Centre said that it is aware of the differing views and concerns regarding the sedition law and has decided to re-examine it.

May 09, 2022, 21:11 PM IST

‘Power crisis, job crisis…’: Rahul Gandhi lists out Modi government’s ‘misgovernance’ in latest attack

"Power Crisis. Jobs Crisis. Farmer Crisis. Inflation Crisis. PM Modi's 8-years of misgovernance is a case study on how to ruin what was once one of the world's fastest growing economies," said Rahul Gandhi in a tweet. 

May 02, 2022, 13:33 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi lauds Himachal's progress, stress on further development in years ahead

In an address on the state's 75th foundation day, PM Modi lauded Himachal's progress, noting that doubts persisted about its future when it was formed due to geographical challenges.

Apr 15, 2022, 14:37 PM IST

Punjab, Haryana lock horns over Chandigarh– All you need to know

Following Punjab passing a resolution seeking immediate transfer of Chandigarh to the AAP-ruled state, Haryana has called a special session of the Assembly on April 5. 

Apr 03, 2022, 19:25 PM IST

7th Pay Commission: Salary of select govt employees increased by up to Rs 8000, check if you are eligible

With the latest decision, the salaries of eligible employees will increase anywhere between Rs 1000 to Rs 8000. 

Mar 13, 2022, 12:14 PM IST

7th Pay Commission: Central govt employees may get a DA hike ahead of Holi, check details

According to media reports, the central government may declare a 3% hike in DA. 

Mar 05, 2022, 17:46 PM IST

'Central government responsible for unemployment emergency': Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi tweeted, "Suicides rose due to unemployment. And what led to the rise in unemployment? The Central government is responsible for this unemployment emergency."

Feb 12, 2022, 22:38 PM IST

Amar Jawan Jyoti to merge with National War Memorial flame: Govt

The central government says that it is not extinguishing the Amar Jawan Jyoti, but it is being merged into the flames of the National War Memorial built at a distance.

Jan 21, 2022, 15:38 PM IST

7th Pay Commission: Central government employees’ salary may increase by THIS amount in 2022

With a 3% increase in DA, the overall DA for Central government employees will be 34 percent.

Jan 04, 2022, 16:17 PM IST

Congress attack on Agriculture Minister's statement

Recently, big allegations have been made against the Govt in the Congress regarding agricultural laws. The party is saying that all three are preparing to bring back the agriculture law.

Dec 26, 2021, 12:44 PM IST