Politics

Karnataka Minister Santosh Lad: OBC Reservation Is Not Charity

Karnataka’s senior minister Santosh Lad asserted that reservations for Other Backward Classes are a constitutional right, not a charitable concession, amid ongoing quota debates.

30 Sep 2026

DMK pulls out of INDIA bloc meeting, blames Congress‑TVK alliance in Tamil Nadu

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam announced it will not attend the upcoming INDIA bloc meeting, citing the Congress‑TVK alliance in Tamil Nadu as the reason.

30 Sep 2026

DMK Challenges TVK on Law and Order Ahead of Tamil Nadu By‑Poll

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has launched a campaign against TVK in the upcoming Tamil Nadu by‑poll, accusing the rival of neglecting law and order and pledging corrective measures.

30 Sep 2026

Opposition Targets Tamil Nadu CM Over Personal Life in Political Row

Opposition parties in Tamil Nadu have launched a campaign against the Chief Minister, focusing on allegations related to his personal life, sparking a heated political row.

30 Sep 2026

PM Modi Says West Bengal’s Vision Turning Into Reality on Paschimbanga Divas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at the Paschimbanga Divas celebration, said the aspirations set for West Bengal are now materialising through ongoing development initiatives.

30 Sep 2026

Union Minister says West Bengal’s double‑engine government set for ‘golden period’

Union Minister J told The Economic Times that the double‑engine government in West Bengal is poised to enter a golden period in the coming days.

30 Sep 2026

Maharashtra Cabinet Approves 10% Ex-Servicemen Quota and Expands Drought Relief

The state cabinet approved a 10% reservation for ex‑servicemen and announced an expanded drought relief package.

30 Sep 2026

126 Clubs in Mohali to Lead Voter Awareness Drive

A network of 126 clubs in Mohali has been mobilised to promote voter awareness ahead of upcoming elections.

30 Sep 2026

Divya Mittal Quits IAS, Announces Political Career to Serve People Directly

Former IAS officer Divya Mittal has resigned from her civil service position and declared her intention to enter politics, vowing to work directly with the public.

30 Sep 2026

Congress Blames Maharashtra Govt for Omitting Opposition Regions from Drought List

The Congress party has accused the Maharashtra government of excluding regions controlled by opposition parties from the official drought list, alleging political bias in relief distribution.

30 Sep 2026

Maharashtra FDA Chief Tukaram Mundhe Calls for Evidence Before Acting on Corruption Claims

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration chief, Tukaram Mundhe, has responded to recent corruption allegations by insisting that any action must be backed by concrete evidence.

30 Sep 2026

BJP likely to field Smriti Irani, Kumar Vishwas for Uttar Pradesh Rajya Sabha seats

The Bharatiya Janata Party is expected to nominate Smriti Irani and poet‑politician Kumar Vishwas for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections from Uttar Pradesh, with other names such as Varun Gandhi and Hardeep Puri also being discussed.

30 Sep 2026