Politics

Arvind Kejriwal Challenges BJP to Compare 1,000 Schools in Punjab and Gujarat

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal publicly urged the BJP to undertake a side‑by‑side review of 1,000 schools in Punjab and Gujarat, framing it as an open challenge on education standards.

25 Aug 2026

Delhi Court to Decide on AAP MLA Satyendar Jain’s Bail in DJB Tender Scam on Sept 3

The Delhi court has reserved its order on AAP leader Satyendar Jain’s bail application, linked to the DJB tender scam, with a hearing set for September 3.

25 Aug 2026

Jalandhar Bandh: Kirtan and Langar Highlight QIM Protest at Guru Nanak Mission Chowk

A citywide bandh in Jalandhar saw devotees perform kirtan and serve langar as part of a protest organized by QIM at Guru Nanak Mission Chowk. The event drew crowds and highlighted grievances of the group.

25 Aug 2026

BJP Says It Will Contest Punjab Assembly Polls Solo Amid SAD Alliance Talk

The Bharatiya Janata Party announced it will contest the upcoming Punjab Legislative Assembly election on its own, despite rumours of a possible alliance with the Shiromani Akali Dal.

25 Aug 2026

BJP fields candidates for all 117 Punjab Assembly seats

The Bharatiya Janata Party announced it will contest every constituency in the upcoming Punjab legislative assembly election.

25 Aug 2026

Assam Govt Renames Barak Valley Secretariat, Shifts 32 Departments to Silchar

The Assam government has officially renamed the Barak Valley Secretariat and announced that thirty‑two departmental offices will now operate from Silchar.

25 Aug 2026

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma meets Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to discuss infrastructure

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a meeting with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to focus on infrastructure development, as reported by The Economic Times.

25 Aug 2026

Kerala Politician V.D. Satheesan Declares State Progressive Amid Saudi Returnee Debate

V.D. Satheesan, a prominent Kerala politician, asserted that Kerala remains a progressive state while addressing concerns over Saudi returnees and rising conservatism, during a recent interview with Shashi Tharoor on News18.

25 Aug 2026

Kerala CM Satheesan Highlights Project Implementation as Key Priority

Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan underscored the importance of project implementation during a recent accountability session, stressing that successful execution is vital for the state's development goals.

25 Aug 2026

Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan Denies Allegations of Aligning with RSS

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has publicly refuted claims that he is surrendering to the RSS, stating that his policies remain independent and focused on Kerala's development.

25 Aug 2026

Police Launch Intelligence Drive to Track Jantar Mantar Protest Mobilisers and Funding

In response to the fallout from the Jantar Mantar protest, Delhi police have unveiled a new intelligence initiative aimed at monitoring the mobilisation of participants and tracing the sources of financial support.

25 Aug 2026

JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha pledges year‑round water flow in Falgu for Gaya‑Bodh Gaya development

Sanjay Jha, chair of the parliamentary standing committee and senior JD(U) leader, said a plan to divert water from the Son River to the Falgu is progressing fast, promising continuous clean water for the Gaya‑Bodh Gaya region.

25 Aug 2026