Politics
Rajya Sabha By-Election Voting Begins in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand
Voting for the biennial Rajya Sabha by-elections in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand started on the morning of October 16.
16 Oct 2026
IAS Pawan Kumar Jain Appointed Collector of Bhind Amid Controversies
IAS officer Pawan Kumar Jain has been named Collector of Bhind district in Madhya Pradesh. His appointment follows earlier controversies over alleged misconduct with a disabled youth in Indore and land transfer disputes in Baitul.
16 Oct 2026
154 candidates vie for 57 district council wards in Jaipur's Phase‑1 panchayat elections
In the first phase of Jaipur's panchayat elections, 154 candidates are contesting 57 district council wards, while 417 aspirants vie for 146 wards across eight panchayat samitis.
16 Oct 2026
85 nominations filed on third day of Sirohi district Panchayat elections, final day for candidates
On Thursday, the third day of the second phase of Rajasthan’s 2026 Panchayat elections, 85 nomination papers were submitted for four Panchayat Samitis in Sirohi district, with today being the last day to file.
16 Oct 2026
Kumaraswamy Challenges Ministers to Arrest Him Directly Over Controversy
Kumaraswamy responded sharply to remarks by ministers Priyank Kharge and Chaluvaray Swamy, daring them to arrest him if they have the authority.
16 Oct 2026
Sting operation against Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah sparks political clash; Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy protests in Bangalore
An alleged sting operation targeting Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has ignited a sharp political confrontation, prompting central minister H.D. Kumaraswamy to lead a large protest demanding an FIR against the alleged conspirators outside the Bangalore Police Commissioner’s office.
16 Oct 2026
Haryana Env. Minister Mandates Weekly Pollution Reviews to Tackle Air Quality
The Haryana government has instructed the environment department to conduct weekly reviews of pollution levels across the state, aiming to curb rising air quality concerns.
16 Oct 2026
Haryana Minister Nayab Saini Meets Swedish Minister During Visit
Haryana minister Nayab Saini held a meeting with a Swedish minister as part of the state's chief ministers' visit to Sweden.
16 Oct 2026
Amit Shah declares end of violent Naxalism, urges focus on healing wounds
Home Minister Amit Shah said the era of violent Naxalism has ended and the nation must now concentrate on healing the wounds left by the insurgency.
16 Oct 2026
Supreme Court Issues Strict Warning Against Protests Inside Its Premises
The Supreme Court has expressed strong disapproval of attempts to protest within its premises, stating such conduct will not be tolerated.
16 Oct 2026
Election Commission to Revise Electoral Rolls in 17 States and Union Territories
The Election Commission of India announced a State‑wise Revision (SSR) of electoral rolls to be carried out in 17 states and union territories, aiming to update voter lists before the next general elections.
16 Oct 2026
Congress Secures 100% Support to Form Punjab Government, No CM Face Yet
The Indian National Congress has secured unanimous support to form the Punjab government, but has yet to announce a Chief Minister, amid internal disputes with Pargat leading the unifying team.
16 Oct 2026