Politics

Congress leaders walk out as Vande Mataram row hits Shivamogga Dasara

During the Dasara celebrations in Shivamogga, a dispute over the Vande Mataram song led Congress legislators to leave the event, intensifying the political debate in Karnataka.

12 Oct 2026

BJP Unveils First-Ever Manifesto for Rajasthan Panchayat Elections

The Bharatiya Janata Party has released its inaugural manifesto outlining promises and policies for the upcoming Rajasthan Panchayat elections.

12 Oct 2026

Delhi protests demand resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar

Protesters in Delhi gathered on multiple platforms demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, though the demonstrations lacked a unified leadership.

12 Oct 2026

Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Committee files police complaint against Kejriwal over Bangla Sahib video

The Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Management Committee lodged a police complaint accusing Arvind Kejriwal and AAP leaders of spreading a misleading video and causing unrest at Bangla Sahib Gurudwara.

12 Oct 2026

Delhi Protests Persist Amid Police Deployment and Crowd Restrictions

Protests in Delhi continue despite a heavy police presence and restrictions on public gatherings. Police chased and detained demonstrators, while shoppers cautiously returned to Connaught Place.

12 Oct 2026

Pargat Singh Takes Charge of Punjab Congress Unit, Says Party is United

Pargat Singh has been formally appointed as the in‑charge of the Punjab unit of the Indian National Congress, with AICC General Secretary Sachin Pilot handing over the responsibilities. Singh emphasized the party’s unity.

12 Oct 2026

Three of 19 SIR Tribunals Vacant as ECI Awaits Calcutta HC Appointments

Three of the nineteen State Information Review tribunals are currently unfilled, and the Election Commission of India is waiting for the Calcutta High Court to submit the names of appointed members.

12 Oct 2026

Supreme Court to Hear Pleas Against Delhi Police Crackdown on CJP Protesters

The Supreme Court has opened hearings on petitions challenging the Delhi Police's crackdown on protests by the Centre for Justice and Peace (CJP).

12 Oct 2026

Thousands Detained as India Cracks Down on Protests Over Electoral Roll Manipulation

Security forces have detained thousands of demonstrators across India following large‑scale protests against alleged manipulation of the electoral roll, while activists and journalists face criminal charges.

12 Oct 2026

Mamata Banerjee's AITC accuses BJP of intimidation after MLA assault

The Trinamool Congress, led by West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, condemned the Bharatiya Janata Party for allegedly resorting to intimidation after a party MLA was attacked.

12 Oct 2026

CJP Holds Press Conference at Jantar Mantar with Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka and Others

The Central Judicial Panel convened a press conference at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, attended by Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka, Ratna Singh and Gyanesh Kumar.

12 Oct 2026

Protesters at Jantar Mantar Vow to Continue Fight After Leaders Released

Leaders of the recently freed activist group addressed a crowd at Jantar Mantar, reaffirming their commitment to the protest movement.

12 Oct 2026