Politics

BJP to contest all 117 Punjab seats, says it appeals to urban and rural voters

BJP spokesperson Tarun Chugh announced that the party will field candidates in every Punjab Assembly seat, emphasizing its reach across both urban and rural constituencies.

17 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Deploys Teams to Assam Border Over Voter‑Enrollment Allegations, Says CM Conrad Sangma

Chief Minister Conrad Sangma announced that Meghalaya is monitoring the Assam border after reports of irregular voter enrollment, and has dispatched officials to supervise the area.

17 Sep 2026

Chhattisgarh Deputy CM Supports Death Penalty for Jhiram Ghati Maoist Accused

The deputy chief minister of Chhattisgarh publicly endorsed capital punishment for those convicted in the Jhiram Ghati Maoist case.

17 Sep 2026

Punjab leader Nayab Saini hails Modi’s new direction, slams AAP government

In a public address in Punjab, Nayab Saini praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for steering the nation onto a new path and criticised the AAP state government.

17 Sep 2026

Chhattisgarh CM Calls for Buying from Local Vendors to Boost State Economy

The Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh urged residents to purchase goods from local sellers, emphasizing the benefits for the state's economy and employment.

17 Sep 2026

BJP fields candidates for all 117 Punjab Assembly seats, says Tarun Chugh

Party strategist Tarun Chugh said the BJP will contest every seat in Punjab, aiming to attract voters in both urban and rural areas.

17 Sep 2026

Jharkhand High Court puts on hold order on Hemant Soren's plea in Bargaain land fraud case

The Jharkhand High Court has reserved its order on former chief minister Hemant Soren's plea seeking relief in the Bargaain land fraud investigation, delaying any immediate ruling.

17 Sep 2026

Congress leader Revanth Reddy raises ‘black magic’ allegation in Telangana Assembly

During a recent session, Congress leader Revanth Reddy alleged the use of black magic, prompting debate in the Telangana Legislative Assembly.

17 Sep 2026

Prince Rahim Aga Khan Discusses New Partnership with Telangana Chief Minister

Prince Rahim Aga Khan met Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao to explore a collaborative initiative aimed at boosting regional development.

17 Sep 2026

Supreme Court hears challenge to Odisha DGP appointment

The Supreme Court has begun hearing a petition questioning the selection process for the new Director General of Police in Odisha.

17 Sep 2026

Karnataka Minister Challenges Opposition Over Full Recitation of National Song

A dispute erupted in Karnataka after a minister urged opposition legislators to sing all verses of the national song, sparking a heated debate in the assembly.

17 Sep 2026

Two Karnataka police officers transferred after hoisting BJP MLA in Ganpati procession

The Karnataka home department transferred two constables after a video showed them lifting a BJP legislator during a Ganpati festival procession.

17 Sep 2026