Politics

Woman claims to be J Jayalalithaa’s daughter, plans fast at Chennai’s Marina Beach

A woman alleging she is the daughter of former Tamil Nadu chief minister J Jayalalithaa announced she will fast at Marina Beach in Chennai, seeking justice.

20 Oct 2026

Vijay Unveils Major Irrigation, Education and Infrastructure Projects for Tamil Nadu

Minister Vijay announced a suite of large‑scale irrigation, education and infrastructure initiatives aimed at boosting Tamil Nadu’s development.

20 Oct 2026

TMC slams West Bengal BJP over safety lapses at Chorbagan puja stampede

The Trinamool Congress accused the West Bengal BJP‑led government of negligence after a stampede at the Chorbagan puja injured several devotees.

20 Oct 2026

Congress Leaders Protest Outside Jaipur Police Commissioner's Office Over Ritu Barala FIR

Congress leaders, including Govind Singh Dotasra, sat overnight outside the Jaipur Police Commissioner's office demanding action on Ritu Barala's FIR, and announced a march to Jaipur after no response.

20 Oct 2026

Old Video Circulates Claiming Pakistani, Bangladeshi Flags at Dhruv Rathee’s London Protest

A video shared online purports to show Pakistani and Bangladeshi flags at a protest led by Indian YouTuber Dhruv Rathee against the Election Commission of India in London. Fact‑checkers say the clip is old and unrelated to the event.

20 Oct 2026

Maharashtra Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar slams BJP on inflation and deposit safety

Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar accused the BJP of failing to curb inflation and protect public depositors, warning that rising prices and unsafe savings are hurting citizens.

20 Oct 2026

Indigenous Rights Group Condemns Police Crackdown on Adi Communities Defending Siang River

An indigenous rights organization has condemned a police crackdown on Adi communities in Arunachal Pradesh who were protecting the Siang River from illegal sand mining.

20 Oct 2026

Niglar Criticises Chief Justice of India, Supports SIR Amid INDI Alliance Protests

Politician Niglar publicly criticized the Chief Justice of India and protests organized by the INDI Alliance, while reaffirming his support for the SIR.

20 Oct 2026

Congress Leaders Protest Overnight Outside Jaipur Police Commission Over Ritu Barala FIR Demand

Congress figures, led by Govind Singh Dotasra, staged an all‑night sit‑in outside the Jaipur Police Commission, pressing for an FIR in the alleged assault on former minister Ritu Barala.

20 Oct 2026

IAS Dilkhush Meena Named New Commissioner of Delhi Development Authority

The Government of India has appointed IAS officer Dilkhush Meena as the new Commissioner of the Delhi Development Authority, effective immediately.

20 Oct 2026

Young Protesters Push Modi into Defensive Mode

A wave of young demonstrators has challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi, forcing him to adopt a defensive stance.

20 Oct 2026

India Ends Active Voter Outreach, Says Financial Times

The Financial Times reports that India’s democracy once actively sought voters, but the practice has been discontinued.

20 Oct 2026