Politics

130 candidates file nominations on first day of ULB elections

A total of 130 nomination papers were submitted on the opening day of the urban local body polls, marking the start of the electoral process.

28 Aug 2026

Minister Giriraj Singh Blames Rahul Gandhi for Vote‑Bank Politics Over Muslim Women’s Protest in Begusarai

Central Minister Giriraj Singh criticised Rahul Gandhi, accusing the Congress of exploiting Muslim women’s protest outside its headquarters in Begusarai for vote‑bank gains.

28 Aug 2026

Former MLA Ajit Sharma Leads Women's Congress Rally Against Rising Inflation in Bhagalpur

A women's Congress rally at Station Chowk in Bhagalpur saw former MLA Ajit Sharma accuse the government of worsening household budgets amid soaring prices.

28 Aug 2026

Congress Stages Large-Scale Protest in Indore Over Rising Petrol, Gas and Sugar Prices

Congress activists marched through 22 blocks of Indore, distributing sugar at Rajwada and condemning recent hikes in petrol, LPG cylinder and electricity rates.

27 Aug 2026

Rajasthan leader Kirron Shekawat warns of anti‑BJP vote over UGC rollback

Kirron Shekawat, a senior BJP leader in Rajasthan, said she may vote against the party if its demand to reverse the UGC decision is not met.

27 Aug 2026

Congress leader Govind Singh Dotasra alleges intimidation of workers' families ahead of Rajasthan local body polls

Congress state chief Govind Singh Dotasra claimed the ruling government is misusing administrative machinery and pressuring officials to intimidate party workers' families before the upcoming local body elections in Rajasthan.

27 Aug 2026

Rahul Gandhi Pitches Youth‑Centric Politics as New Direction for India

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi announced a shift towards a youth‑focused political strategy, aiming to mobilise young voters across the country.

27 Aug 2026

NDA Tops INDIA Alliance in Maharashtra Poll Projections, BJP Leads in Key States

Recent opinion polls show the National Democratic Alliance ahead of the INDIA alliance in Maharashtra, while the BJP is leading in several other major states.

27 Aug 2026

Uttar Pradesh poses challenge for BJP if Lok Sabha polls start today, says Mood of the Nation

India Today's Mood of the Nation poll suggests that a Lok Sabha election held today would turn Uttar Pradesh into a tough battleground for the BJP.

27 Aug 2026

Jalandhar: CM Mann cancels staff meeting, workers vow to teach lesson in upcoming elections

A scheduled meeting between Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and his staff in Jalandhar was called off, prompting disgruntled employees to say they will make a point in the forthcoming assembly polls.

27 Aug 2026

मुख्यमंत्री ने विकास परियोजनाओं और जनकल्याणकारी योजनाओं की समीक्षा की

फर्रुखाबाद, झांसी व जेवर लिंक सहित एक्सप्रेसवे परियोजनाओं को गति देने के निर्देश; डिजिटल पुस्तकालय 30 सितंबर तक पूर्ण कराने को कहा

27 Aug 2026

Congress Launches Vikas Yatra in Ajmer Ahead of Municipal Polls, Targets BJP’s 36‑Year Rule

The Congress party began a ‘Vikas Yatra’ in Ajmer, framing the upcoming municipal elections as a contest against the BJP’s alleged 36‑year misrule.

27 Aug 2026