Politics

Bihar Council Elections Held Today; Patna Graduates Seat Under Spotlight Amid JD(U) Internal Strife

Bihar's council elections took place today with the Patna Graduates seat drawing particular attention as the Janata Dal (United) faces internal divisions.

23 Oct 2026

Congress MP Supriya Shrinate flags UP voter roll: 13,150 name changes, 804 missing

Congress MP Supriya Shrinate has raised concerns over the Supplementary Electoral Roll in a Uttar Pradesh constituency, citing that 13,150 voter names were altered and 804 entries marked missing.

23 Oct 2026

Uttar Pradesh orders 2‑day liquor shop and bar shutdown ahead of council elections

The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a two‑day closure of all liquor outlets and bars surrounding the upcoming council elections.

23 Oct 2026

Patna MLC Poll: Anant Singh, Neeraj Kumar Engage in Heated Feud

The Patna MLC election has become a battleground for Anant Singh and Neeraj Kumar, with both engaging in intense campaigning tactics.

23 Oct 2026

Bihar Launches 7‑Day Alcohol Ban to Test Crime Reduction

In 2016, Bihar introduced a dry experiment, temporarily banning alcohol sales to evaluate its effect on crime and public health, as reported by India Today.

23 Oct 2026

Maharashtra Minister Performs Bhoomipujan for New Traffic Signal

A Maharashtra minister conducted a bhoomipujan ceremony to mark the installation of a new traffic signal, as reported by India Today.

23 Oct 2026

UP Orders Liquor Shops Closed for Two Days

The Uttar Pradesh government has ordered all liquor shops to remain closed for two days.

23 Oct 2026

UP Governor Anandiben Patel urges men to fine girlfriends but keep marriage promises

Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel told men that while they may fine their girlfriends, they should still honor any promise of marriage, according to India Today.

23 Oct 2026

Keralam BJP Chief Criticizes Rahul Gandhi as 'Lazy' and 'Idea-less' Politician

The president of Kerala BJP publicly denounced Rahul Gandhi, labeling him a lazy politician lacking original ideas for the nation.

23 Oct 2026

Mizoram CM Meets Salvation Army General, Discusses Addiction & Rehabilitation

Mizoram Chief Minister hosted a breakfast meeting with the General of the Salvation Army, exploring potential collaborations in de-addiction and rehabilitation programs.

23 Oct 2026

BJP’s Youth Wing Inducts Arunachal Pradesh’s Tana Opu Tara to Drive ‘Stronger Bharat’ Vision

The Bharatiya Janata Party’s youth wing, BJYM, has welcomed Tana Opu Tara from Arunachal Pradesh as its newest member, assigning him the task of promoting the party’s ‘stronger Bharat’ agenda.

23 Oct 2026

Jammu & Kashmir Government appoints Sushil Kesar as Executive Magistrate of Reasi

The state government of Jammu and Kashmir has named Sushil Kesar as the new Executive Magistrate for the Reasi district, as reported by Daily Excelsior.

23 Oct 2026