Politics
Bangladesh's Post-Uprising Consensus: Growing Distrust of India
Following the July uprising, Bangladesh’s political landscape has coalesced around a shared mistrust of India, a sentiment that now dominates national discourse.
05 Aug 2026
India Once Mocked Manmohan Singh's Silence, Now Longs for His Accountability
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was once ridiculed for his quiet demeanor, but his legacy of accountability is now sorely missed.
05 Aug 2026
Punjab Assembly Demands Centre Suspend Mandatory E20 Petrol Rollout
The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed a resolution urging the central government to halt the compulsory introduction of E20 petrol.
05 Aug 2026
Punjab SIR Identifies Over 20 Lakh Ineligible Voters; Draft Electoral Roll Due Aug 13
The Punjab State Election Commission has flagged more than 20 lakh voters as ineligible and will release the draft electoral roll on 13 August.
05 Aug 2026
CJP Eyes Expansion in Assam, Promises Legal Aid to Threatened Supporters
The Chief Justice of India announced plans to expand judicial reach in Assam. He also pledged legal assistance to supporters facing threats.
05 Aug 2026
Jharkhand JPSC Protest Reaches Day 11 as Devendra Mahto Maintains Hunger Strike
The protest against the alleged JPSC paper leak has entered its 11th day, with activist Devendra Mahto continuing a hunger strike to demand accountability. Authorities have yet to respond to the demands.
05 Aug 2026
Massachusetts & Boston Declare August 15 as India Day
The state of Massachusetts and the city of Boston have officially designated August 15 as India Day, recognizing the significance of India's Independence Day.
05 Aug 2026
Punjab Congress Sends Overseas Delegation to Assess Grassroots Amid Internal Strife
Punjab Congress has dispatched an overseas delegation to evaluate grassroots support as internal disputes intensify within the party. The delegation aims to understand local sentiments and strengthen party cohesion.
05 Aug 2026
Punjab Adds 879 New Polling Stations After Rationalisation
The Punjab Election Commission has announced the addition of 879 polling stations across the state following a rationalisation exercise aimed at improving voter access.
05 Aug 2026
Government Official Suspended Over Bribery Allegation in Nuapada
A senior government official in Nuapada district, Odisha, has been suspended following allegations of accepting bribes.
05 Aug 2026
Australia's Minister Julian Hill Says Racists Are a Minority but Widespread
Australian Defence Minister Julian Hill stated that while racists form a small fraction of society, they exist in all corners of the world. The remarks were made during a press briefing in Canberra.
05 Aug 2026
CM Chandrababu Naidu Marks International Women’s Day in Amaravati
On March 8, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu celebrated International Women’s Day in Amaravati, with the event covered by News On AIR.
05 Aug 2026