Politics

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari says drug‑free state is top government priority

Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that making West Bengal drug‑free is the government's foremost agenda, signalling a renewed focus on curbing substance abuse in the state.

23 Sep 2026

Election Commission says objection notes are part of decision‑making, ignores raised concerns

The Election Commission stated that objection notes are integral to its decision‑making process, while critics say key issues raised were overlooked.

23 Sep 2026

Rahul Gandhi urges CM Mohan Yadav to appoint OBC candidates to 13% reserved posts

Rahul Gandhi wrote to Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, asking for the appointment of candidates selected for the 13% OBC reserved posts under the 87:13 quota, who have been waiting since 2022.

23 Sep 2026

Mamata Banerjee demands West Bengal repoll, seeks arrest of EC poll panel chief

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has called for a fresh election in West Bengal, alleging irregularities linked to a split in the Election Commission’s Statement of Objects (SIR). She also demanded the arrest of the poll panel chief overseeing the process.

23 Sep 2026

Mamata Banerjee Calls for CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Arrest and Fresh West Bengal Polls

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee demanded the arrest of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and urged the Election Commission to conduct fresh assembly elections using the pre‑SIR voter list.

23 Sep 2026

Chirag Paswan’s ‘Transgender’ Comment Sparks Controversy, Manjhi Responds

Chirag Paswan’s recent remark referring to a person as ‘transgender’ has ignited a debate, prompting a response from fellow politician Manjhi.

23 Sep 2026

Opposition Parties Call for Re‑polls in Bihar and West Bengal Amid CEC Controversy

Opposition leaders in Bihar and West Bengal have demanded fresh elections, citing alleged lapses in the Chief Election Commissioner's functioning and urging unity among anti‑government forces.

23 Sep 2026

Sikkim CM says Vishwakarma community’s craftsmanship essential for nation‑building

Sikkim’s chief minister highlighted the pivotal role of the Vishwakarma community’s traditional skills in India’s infrastructure and economic growth.

23 Sep 2026

Mizoram CM Lalduhoma Leads Sixth Mi‑PRAGATI Meeting, Reviews Major Infrastructure Projects

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma chaired the sixth Mi‑PRAGATI meeting, focusing on the progress of key infrastructure initiatives in the state.

23 Sep 2026

BJP appoints Madhya Pradesh’s Ashish Usha Agrawal as National Media Coordinator

Former bank employee Ashish Usha Agrawal, who entered BJP politics in 2010, has been named the party’s national media coordinator, marking her rise from state to national leadership.

23 Sep 2026

J&K CM Omar Abdullah says education, health top priorities for global competitiveness

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced that improving education and health services will be the government's top focus to make Jammu and Kashmir globally competitive.

23 Sep 2026

BJP Appoints Satish Poonia as J&K In‑Charge, Rajkumar Bhatia to Lead Ladakh

The Bharatiya Janata Party has named veteran leader Satish Poonia to oversee its affairs in Jammu and Kashmir, while Rajkumar Bhatia has been assigned the Ladakh unit, according to Daily Excelsior.

23 Sep 2026