Politics

Karnataka HC dismisses FIR against Amit Malviya, Arnab Goswami in Turkey Congress office case

The Karnataka High Court has set aside the FIR filed against BJP national spokesperson Amit Malviya and journalist Arnab Goswami concerning allegations about a Congress office in Turkey.

17 Oct 2026

Madhya Pradesh Government Moves Supreme Court Against HC Verdict on 27% OBC Quota

The Madhya Pradesh government has approached the Supreme Court challenging the High Court's decision that struck down the 27% reservation for Other Backward Classes. The state seeks to restore the quota benefit.

17 Oct 2026

Virk Highlights Punjab's Drug Divide: Rich Use Cocaine, Poor Rely on Cheap Pills

Virk pointed out a growing drug-crime nexus in Punjab, noting that affluent sections consume cocaine while poorer sections depend on cheap pills.

17 Oct 2026

Opposition Leaders Support Neha Bora and Abhijeet Dipke, Declare Waving Tiranga Not a Crime

Opposition leaders have rallied behind Neha Bora and Abhijeet Dipke after they were involved in an incident concerning the waving of the Indian flag, stating that such an act is not a crime.

17 Oct 2026

Derek O’Brien warns of uncertainties ahead of EC hearing on rival TMC claims

Derek O’Brien, a Trinamool Congress leader, said that many developments could occur before the Election Commission hears rival claims within the party. His remark highlights the uncertainty surrounding the upcoming hearing.

17 Oct 2026

ABVP launches nationwide protests, blames Congress for undermining democracy

Student organization ABVP staged protests across India, accusing the Congress party of eroding democratic norms.

17 Oct 2026

Calcutta High Court Stays Order Allowing Bookstalls After Left Parties' Attack Allegation

Left parties have claimed that bookstalls in Kolkata were attacked, prompting the Calcutta High Court to stay a previous order that allowed the stalls to operate. The stay halts the bookstalls' activity while the court examines the allegations.

17 Oct 2026

Divya Mittal’s Janneeti Bharat Eyes Alliance with Amitabh Thakur’s AAS for UP 2027 Polls

Sources say Janneeti Bharat, led by Divya Mittal, is in talks with Amitabh Thakur’s AAS to form a pre‑poll alliance ahead of Uttar Pradesh’s 2027 assembly elections.

17 Oct 2026

Uttar Pradesh 2027 Election: Employment Emerges as Top Voter Priority

A News18 poll finds employment to be the foremost issue for Uttar Pradesh voters ahead of the 2027 state election, ahead of inflation and law‑and‑order concerns.

17 Oct 2026

Maharashtra BJP labels Sanjay Raut 'apology warrior' amid SC and SIR controversy

The Maharashtra unit of the BJP has accused Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut of being an 'apology warrior', criticising him over his conduct in Supreme Court proceedings and the ongoing SIR row.

17 Oct 2026

UP 2027 Assembly Polls: BJP, SP, Congress Debate Vision Ahead of Elections

Political parties in Uttar Pradesh are beginning to outline their visions for the state as they prepare for the 2027 assembly elections. The BJP, Samajwadi Party and Congress are each being asked to articulate their roadmap for development and governance.

17 Oct 2026

The Week Publishes Article on Politics of Festivities

The Week's latest edition features an article titled 'Politics of festivities' that examines how political narratives intersect with festive celebrations across India.

17 Oct 2026