BJP crisis

Advani aide Sudheendra Kulkarni calls Narendra Modi an 'autocrat', Rajnath 'foxy'

Sudheendra Kulkarni has said that BJP Chief Rajnath Singh has 'astrologically-induced delusions' of becoming the Prime Minister.2

Monsoon mayhem

Delhi: Yamuna water level rises over 207 meters, breaks 2010 record

The government has set up 19 camps and 500 tents for the people living near the river.0

Bihar politics

Bihar: In an easy win for Nitish Kumar, Congress backs JD(U), BJP walks out

The biggest takeaway for the JD(U) was the four Congress MLAs, who voted for Nitish's government, raising questions a new political alignment in Bihar.0

Uttarakhand: Rescue operations in full swing but thousands still out of reach

Houses are partly submerged in the flooded Alaknanda River in Govind Ghat in Uttarakhand.
Thousands of tourists and pilgrims are stuck in various parts of Uttarakhand.
500 roads and 175 bridges have been destroyed in the state due to massive landslides and heavy rains, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Vijay Bahuguna said.
Gaurikund and Kedarnath route has been washed out due to heavy rain.
  • Nitish vs Modi

    Nitish Kumar attacks Narendra Modi, says the Gujarat Chief Minister blows his own trumpet

    Nitish Kumar attacks Narendra Modi, says the Gujarat Chief Minister blows his own trumpet

    During his speech, Nitish said Bihar and the country cannot be ruled by those who practise divisive politics, while taking a dig at Modi.

  • NDA

    Alliance is intact as long as BJP sticks to Hindutva: Shiv Sena

    Alliance is intact as long as BJP sticks to Hindutva: Shiv Sena

    Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray also attacked Nitish Kumar for severing ties with the BJP and the NDA.

  • ICC Champions Trophy 2013

    Familiar foes India and Sri Lanka in semi-final shootout

    Familiar foes India and Sri Lanka in semi-final shootout

    With rain forecast for Thursday's semi-final in Cardiff, the 2011 World Cup finalists will hope for enough over to try and outdo the other for a spot in the final on Sunday.

  • Jiah Khan suicide case

    Jiah Khan suicide: Actress died of hanging, says autopsy report

    Jiah Khan suicide: Actress died of hanging, says autopsy report

    Jiah Khan hanged herself at her home in Mumbai on June 3, allegedly over broken relationship with aspiring actor Suraj Pancholi.

  • CNG-fuelled Tata Nano

    Tata Motors launches CNG-powered Nano emax

    Tata Motors launches CNG-powered Nano emax

    Tata plans to invest more than 75 billion rupees in its passenger vehicle business over the next five years.

  • Himanshu Thakkar, environmentalist

    Why is Uttarakhand so prone to natural disasters?

    "The very nature of geological, topographical, geomorphological and seismic situation in Uttarakhand makes it prone to large kinds of disasters. It is part of young Himalayan mountain, prone to landslides, erosion and flash floods. When you add the heavy infrastructure building going on without taking into account the basic character of the area, the disaster potential increases." Click to read more.
  • ICC Champions Trophy 2013

    England thrash South Africa to reach Champions Trophy final

    England thrash South Africa to reach Champions Trophy final

    Jonathan Trott made 82 not out to help England chase down 176 in 37.3 overs at The Oval. England will now either play India or Sri Lanka in the title clash.

  • Uttarakhand floods

    Kedarnath yatra may take 2-3 years to start: Sources

    Kedarnath yatra may take 2-3 years to start: Sources

    Officials say the famous Kedarnath shrine has suffered severe damages as it was almost submerged by floods and mudslides.

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