Politics

MP says Arms Act bars converting sports gun licence to self‑defence use

A parliamentarian asserted that the Indian Arms Act does not allow a licence issued for sporting purposes to be re‑classified for self‑defence.

08 Oct 2026

Bihar MLC Election: Nomination Papers of Anand Mohan and Neeraj Kumar Rejected in Patna Graduate Seat

In the ongoing Bihar Legislative Council elections, the nomination papers of candidates Anand Mohan and Neeraj Kumar were rejected for the Patna graduate constituency, sparking debate among voters and political observers.

08 Oct 2026

Former MLA Ajit Kushwaha Injured in Patna Protest Against Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar

During an India Alliance rally in Patna demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, former MLA Dr. Ajit Kumar Singh, known as Ajit Kushwaha, was injured while scaling a barricade.

08 Oct 2026

MP Revenue Officers Suspended Over 82‑Day Absence, Map Negligence

Three patwaris in Madhya Pradesh were suspended by SDMs of Ashoknagar, Eisa Gadh and Mungawali for failing to produce land maps, being absent for 82 days and not responding to notices.

08 Oct 2026

Congress Protest Turns Violent at Udaipur Collectorate, Ex-Minister Scales Barricade

During a Congress rally at the Udaipur collectorate, police and protesters clashed, and former minister Mangilal Garasia climbed the barricade while an effigy of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar was burnt.

08 Oct 2026

किशनगढ़ में कांग्रेस ने किया विरोध प्रदर्शन

राजस्थान के किशनगढ़ में कांग्रेस पार्टी द्वारा एक विरोध प्रदर्शन किया गया। प्रदर्शन का कारण स्पष्ट नहीं है, लेकिन यह शहर में राजनीतिक गतिविधि का संकेत देता है।

08 Oct 2026

Tejashwi Yadav, Misa Bharti Arrested in Bihar Protest Against Election Commission Chief Gyanesh Kumar

Tejashwi Yadav and his wife Misa Bharti were taken into custody during a protest in Bihar against Election Commission Chief Gyanesh Kumar.

08 Oct 2026

BJP Launches Counter-Movement Against Congress Protest

The BJP has launched a counter-movement in response to a protest by the Congress party.

08 Oct 2026

Maharashtra CEO unveils new steps to enrol voters and clear objections

The Chief Electoral Officer of Maharashtra announced a set of measures aimed at registering eligible voters and swiftly resolving pending claims and objections ahead of upcoming elections.

08 Oct 2026

Yogi Adityanath says pre-2017 sports quota favoured influence over talent

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath told India Today that before 2017 the sports quota was allocated more on the basis of influence than genuine talent.

08 Oct 2026

Maharashtra CEO Launches Special Camps to Boost Voter Registration Ahead of Oct 12 Deadline

The Maharashtra Chief Electoral Officer announced a series of special camps and door‑to‑door drives to encourage citizens to enroll before the October 12 voter registration deadline.

08 Oct 2026

Chirag Paswan Warns Alliance Partners of Injustice Over 'A' Category Decision

Chirag Paswan, leader of the Jan Adhikar Party, said his party has earmarked the 'A' category for certain seats, a move that could disadvantage coalition partners.

08 Oct 2026