Politics

Bye‑election campaigning concludes in Madurantakam and Dharapuram

The final day of campaigning for the upcoming bye‑elections in Tamil Nadu’s Madurantakam and Dharapuram constituencies was observed on Saturday, with candidates completing their outreach ahead of the scheduled poll.

05 Oct 2026

Kumaraswamy accuses Congress of abusing power and money ahead of elections

Former Karnataka chief minister H.D. Kumaraswamy claimed the Congress party is exploiting its authority and financial resources to influence upcoming polls, as reported by Asianet Newsable.

05 Oct 2026

BJP rebukes Mallikarjun Kharge’s ‘illegal’ comment, says it insults voters’ mandate

The BJP criticised senior Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge for labeling a recent political move illegal, arguing that his remarks demean the mandate given by voters.

05 Oct 2026

TVK joins INDIA alliance, pauses support for Vijay as PM candidate

Political leader TVK has formally entered the INDIA opposition bloc, announcing a temporary halt to his backing of Vijay as a prime‑ministerial contender.

05 Oct 2026

Vijay Embarks on Four-Day Campaign for Two Bypoll Seats After Tamil Nadu Victory

Party leader Vijay will spend four days traveling to contest two by‑poll constituencies, framing the effort as a prestige test following his party’s recent win in Tamil Nadu.

05 Oct 2026

Farooq Abdullah Warns J&K Government Is 'Walking on Razor's Edge' Amid Financial Constraints

Former J&K chief minister Farooq Abdullah cautioned that the state government is operating under severe financial constraints, likening its situation to walking on a razor's edge.

05 Oct 2026

India's 'Cockroach' Protests Escalate, Police Probe Harassment Claims

Protests over the 'Cockroach' movement have intensified, prompting police investigations into alleged harassment.

05 Oct 2026

Aashish Shelar asks Raj Thackeray why he opposes SIR

Shiv Sena leader Aashish Shelar questioned Raj Thackeray about his opposition to SIR, seeking clarification on the political stance.

05 Oct 2026

BJP Announces Legislative Council Candidates, Sudhakar Kohale Nominated from Nagpur Division

The Bharatiya Janata Party has released its list of candidates for the Maharashtra Legislative Council, naming Sudhakar Kohale as the party’s nominee from the Nagpur division.

05 Oct 2026

Congress leader Nana Patole calls government scared in fresh criticism

Congress MP Nana Patole publicly accused the ruling government of being scared, intensifying political criticism ahead of upcoming debates.

05 Oct 2026

SP MP alleges Rahul Gandhi feared contesting from Amethi, hints at rift in INDIA bloc

A Samajwadi Party legislator said Rahul Gandhi was apprehensive about standing from Amethi, raising questions about unity within the opposition INDIA alliance.

05 Oct 2026

West Bengal to set up Paschim Banga Bhawan in Varanasi's Bangali Tola

The West Bengal government has announced plans to build a Paschim Banga Bhawan in the Bangali Tola neighbourhood of Varanasi, according to MillenniumPost.

05 Oct 2026