Politics

Nishant Kumar Touted as Potential Bihar CM by Nitish Kumar’s Aide

A senior aide of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Kushwaha, said Nishant Kumar is being eyed for the chief ministerial post, citing his contribution to building the JD(U).

24 Aug 2026

Patna HC says Panchayat Raj Act, not Bihar Reservation Act, governs Mukhiya election reservations

The Patna High Court clarified that reservation of seats in Mukhiya (village head) elections is governed by the Panchayat Raj Act, not the Bihar Reservation Act.

24 Aug 2026

Sanitation Workers' Strike Prompts Channi-Pargatt to Criticise Government in Jalandhar

Sanitation staff in Jalandhar have staged a strike, leading political figure Channi-Pargatt to publicly blame the government for the unrest.

24 Aug 2026

Tamil Nadu CM Drops Plan for Second Chennai Airport at Parandur, New Site to be Identified

Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister announced that the proposed second airport at Parandur near Chennai will be scrapped, with a new site to be selected.

24 Aug 2026

Congress on TVK Projects TN CM Vijay as India's Next PM

The Indian National Congress aired a segment on TVK where it portrayed Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay as a potential future Prime Minister of India.

24 Aug 2026

Police crackdown on CJP protesters sparks criticism over excessive force

Police in India were reported to have used excessive force against demonstrators protesting the Chief Justice of India, according to DW.com.

24 Aug 2026

JD(U) MP Endorses Nishant Kumar as Prospective Bihar Chief Minister

A JD(U) Member of Parliament publicly supported Nishant Kumar, saying he hopes the leader will follow his father's legacy as Bihar's next chief minister.

24 Aug 2026

Punjab Congress Rift: Channi Advises Deepender, Former Deputy CM Demands CM Face Declaration

Internal tensions within the Punjab Congress resurfaced as party chief Harinder Singh Channi urged Deepender Singh to consider a leadership role, while former Deputy Chief Minister Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa pressed for his official nomination as the chief ministerial candidate ahead of the 2027 elections.

24 Aug 2026

Sanjay Raut Calls for Reversal of Maharashtra Bike Taxi Policy Amid Rickshaw Drivers' Concerns

Maharashtra MP Sanjay Raut has urged the state government to reconsider its bike taxi policy, citing the adverse effects on rickshaw drivers' livelihoods.

24 Aug 2026

PM Modi meets new BJP team to deepen engagement with party leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with a newly formed BJP team, signalling closer coordination with senior party leaders.

24 Aug 2026

Mizoram Govt Considers One‑Time Grant to Relieve Mara Council's Financial Strain

The Mizoram government is exploring a one‑time financial grant to help the Mara Council address its budget shortfall, according to Chief Minister Lalduhoma.

24 Aug 2026

Kunal Kohli Urges Maharashtra FDA Chief to Address Expired Product Issue

Kunal Kohli has requested Maharashtra's FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe to take action regarding the presence of expired items in the market.

24 Aug 2026