Politics

Strikes and Boycott Calls Mark India's Independence Day in IIOJK and Northeast

On August 15, workers and students in Indian‑administered Jammu & Kashmir and the Northeast called for strikes and boycotts to observe Independence Day, signalling widespread dissent.

16 Aug 2026

Ishwak Singh Stresses India's Strength Lies in Idea Diversity on Independence Day

Actor Ishwak Singh highlighted that India's unity stems from the diversity of ideas during his Independence Day address.

16 Aug 2026

Governor Hosts 'At Home' Event at Lok Bhavan

The Governor organized the 'At Home' event at Lok Bhavan to engage with citizens and discuss ongoing initiatives.

16 Aug 2026

Uttarakhand Celebrates Independence Day

Banshidhar Tiwari emphasized duty, honesty, and accountability on Uttarakhand's Independence Day. The event highlighted the importance of these values in public life.

16 Aug 2026

Uttarakhand Gets Rs 2 Lakh Crore Boost

Uttarakhand CM Dhami announces big projects worth Rs 2 lakh crore on Independence Day. The move aims to boost the state's economy and development.

16 Aug 2026

BJP Expands Punjab Unit

The BJP has strengthened its organization in Punjab ahead of the state assembly elections. The party has appointed in-charges and co-in-charges to oversee the election preparations.

16 Aug 2026

મુખ્યમંત્રી ભૂપેન્દ્ર પટેલનો અમેરિકાની યાત્રા શરૂ

મુખ્યમંત્રી ભૂપેન્દ્ર પટેલ અમદાવાદ એરપોર્ટ પરથી અમેરિકાની યાત્રા પર નીકળ્યા છે. તેઓ વાઇબ્રન્ટ ગુજરાત ગ્લોબલ સમિટના સંદર્ભે અમેરિકા અને કેનેડાના પ્રવાસે છે.

16 Aug 2026

Congress High Command to Announce Kerala’s New Chief Minister

The Indian National Congress high command has confirmed it will announce the successor to Kerala’s Chief Minister in the coming days.

16 Aug 2026

Kerala Minister Criticizes BJP Protest in Thrissur as an 'Insult' to Independence Day

A Kerala minister condemned a BJP protest in Thrissur, calling it an insult to the sanctity of India's Independence Day.

16 Aug 2026

Chandigarh Police Clash with Protesters Over Sikh Prisoner Release

Police in Chandigarh confronted a group of protesters demanding the release of a Sikh prisoner, leading to a violent clash on Aug 21.

16 Aug 2026

Congress Backing Release of Bandi Sikh Ahead of August 21 Bandh in Punjab

The Indian National Congress has expressed its support for the release of Bandi Sikh amid growing tensions, as a statewide bandh is set to be called on August 21 in Punjab.

16 Aug 2026

Haryana Police Block Khanauri Crossing to Stop Farmers' Delhi March

Haryana police blocked the Khanauri crossing to halt a farmers' march heading toward Delhi.

16 Aug 2026