Politics

Karnataka Legislature Rejects ESA Draft, Highlights Key Objections

On September 22, the Karnataka Legislature voted to reject the draft Ecological Sensitive Area (ESA) proposal, citing concerns over land use and local development. The state has repeatedly opposed the ESA, arguing it would hamper infrastructure projects in the Western Ghats.

27 Sep 2026

UP Faces Renewed Calls to Split into Four States After Minister's Statement

Demand to divide Uttar Pradesh into four separate states has resurfaced after a statement by Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar, stirring political debate across the state.

27 Sep 2026

UP Parties Clash Over Colours and Symbols Ahead of Elections

Political parties in Uttar Pradesh are competing to secure distinctive colours and symbols that will define their identity in the upcoming elections.

27 Sep 2026

CM Mohan Yadav drives bullock cart at Ujjain ancestral home to launch Singhasth‑2028

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav personally operated a bullock‑cart at his family house in Ujjain, marking the start of development work for the upcoming Singhasth‑2028 event.

27 Sep 2026

BJP Accused of Funding YouTubers to Fuel Polarisation in Bengal Elections

Trinamool MLA Kunal Ghosh has accused the BJP of paying YouTubers, influencers, radio jockeys and actors to create a narrative of religious polarisation during the West Bengal elections, while BJP spokesperson Debjit Sarkar defended the payments as standard political practice.

27 Sep 2026

Revanth's comment underscores Congress's family‑centric politics, says analyst Rao

Political analyst Ramchander Rao said Revanth's recent remark highlights the Congress party's reliance on family ties.

27 Sep 2026

CJP Co‑Convener Ranka Signals Party Will Consider Electoral Politics

Co‑convener Ranka of the Civic Justice Party (CJP) said the party cannot rule out entering electoral politics in the future, stating that a 'no' is never an option for them.

27 Sep 2026

Viksit Bharat Beyond Modi: India's 2047 Vision Examined

South Asian Herald publishes a feature titled “Viksit Bharat Beyond Modi: India’s 2047 Test”, analysing the country’s developmental outlook for its centenary year beyond the current leadership.

27 Sep 2026

Azad Launches New Blue‑Themed Political Group in Uttar Pradesh

Azad has announced a new political faction in Uttar Pradesh, adopting a distinct shade of blue to differentiate itself in the state's crowded political arena.

27 Sep 2026

Election Commission’s Clarification Spurs Unified Support from Congress, BJP and Allies

The Election Commission clarified a procedural issue, prompting Congress, BJP and their allies to express unified backing, signaling a shift in political alignment.

27 Sep 2026

Rohit Varman Calls India’s Political Order ‘Fascist’ Over Hindutva‑Capital Ties

Rohit Varman, a political commentator, has declared that India’s current political system is fascist, citing the close relationship between Hindutva ideology and large corporate interests.

27 Sep 2026

ECI pushes Delhi SIR filing deadline to Oct 30, Maharashtra to Oct 12

The Election Commission of India has extended the deadline for submitting SIR claims in Delhi to October 30 and in Maharashtra to October 12.

27 Sep 2026