Politics

CJP activists allege phone hacking, vow to keep protest until CEC resigns

Members of the Cockroach Janata Party said police seized their phones and warned of possible hacking, reaffirming their demand for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation.

12 Oct 2026

Jammu & Kashmir’s New Business Rules Raise Concerns Over Residential Zones and Flood Safety in Waheed Para

The recently announced business legislation in Jammu & Kashmir is being criticised for potentially endangering residential neighbourhoods and compromising flood‑mitigation measures in Waheed Para.

12 Oct 2026

AAP MP Sanjay Singh accuses Delhi Police of excesses in CEC protest, vows continued agitation

AAP leader Sanjay Singh said Delhi police used excessive force, detained thousands and shut metro stations during protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, and pledged to keep the agitation peaceful.

12 Oct 2026

CJI Surya Kant Declines Meeting Request from Rahul Gandhi and G.V. Kharge

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and G.V. Kharge were denied a meeting with Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, who said he could not spare time.

12 Oct 2026

CJI Surya Kant Refuses to Meet INDIA Bloc Leaders Amid Protest Plans

Chief Justice Surya Kant declined a meeting request from the opposition INDIA bloc, prompting co‑convenor Ashutosh Ranka to seek police permission for a peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar.

12 Oct 2026

Indian Envoy to Canada Says Peaceful Khalistan Stir Is Acceptable

India’s envoy to Canada stated that a peaceful movement for Khalistan is permissible, emphasizing the need for non‑violent expression.

12 Oct 2026

New Criminal Laws Prompt Constitutional Review of State Accountability, Legal Service India Says

Legal Service India has published an analysis examining how the recently introduced BNS, BNSS and BSA statutes affect state accountability under the Constitution.

12 Oct 2026

Two-Day Special Intensive Voter Enrolment Drive Concludes Across Jammu and Kashmir

The two-day special intensive voter enrolment drive conducted across Jammu and Kashmir has concluded. The drive was held for two days across the region.

12 Oct 2026

Gauhati High Court Seeks Assam Govt's Explanation on Woman Sent to Bangladesh

The Gauhati High Court has directed the Assam government to explain the circumstances under which a woman was sent to Bangladesh. The court sought details on the legal basis and procedure followed.

12 Oct 2026

From Voting to Negotiating: New Political Strategy for Indian Muslims

A recent Counterview article argues that Indian Muslims should shift their political focus from mere voting to active negotiation with power structures.

12 Oct 2026

Delhi Prepares for Further Protests After Mass Detentions

Authorities in Delhi detained a large number of protesters, prompting concerns about further demonstrations in the capital. Officials say they are preparing for the possibility of additional protests.

12 Oct 2026

Goa Police Block CJP Protest Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Detain Dozens

A protest by the CJP against CEC Gyanesh Kumar was blocked in Goa, leading to the detention of dozens of demonstrators.

12 Oct 2026