Politics

Anticipatory bail was also granted to Yeddyurappa's two sons BS Raghavendra and BS Vijayendra and son-in-law Sohan Kumar.

The Prime Minister in the G20 summit had said his government is determined to take "tough" decisions.

In a response, Mamata said, "We Indians are proud of you, for your personality and achievements in the country."

Earlier, former president APJ Abdul Kalam pulled out of the race, thanking Mamata Banerjee for her support.

The Trinamool Congress chief has appealed for supporting former President APJ Abdul Kalam in the Presidential elections.

The TMC chief has asked PA Sangma to withdraw from the race if APJ Abdul Kalam, whom she wants to join the fray, agreed to contest.

Pranab admitted lack of numerical strength was posing hurdles in ushering in reforms.

Congress on Saturday said Pranab Mukherjee would win comfortably in the event of a contest for the Presidential post.

As president, Pranab, a loyal Congress man, will play a key role in deciding which party will form the government.

Mamata Banerjee is still hopeful about having a consensus on APJ Abdul Kalam as the next president.

Pranab's MLA son Abhijit Mukherjee said his father was the most suitable candidate.

The announcement was made by UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi after all the members present at the meet endorsed Pranab.

Sources said Ghosh was carrying a message, apparently through a letter, to Yadav from Banerjee.

APJ Abdul Kalam has, however, maintained he would agree to enter the fray only if there is consensus on his name.

The Left has also said that they will never support the candidature of former Lok Sabha speaker Somnath Chatterjee.

The party blamed a section of the media for twisting the Gujarat Chief Minister's remarks.