Politics

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami orders swift disposal of pending SC/ST atrocity cases

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has instructed state authorities to resolve all pending Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe atrocity cases within a stipulated timeframe, aiming to expedite justice for victims.

23 Sep 2026

Former Punjab MLA Ravinder Brahmpura switches to AAP after SAD expulsion

Former Punjab legislator Ravinder Brahmpura, expelled from the Shiromani Akali Dal, has formally joined the Aam Aadmi Party.

23 Sep 2026

Punjab’s VIP Security: Who Gets Guard Detail and the Cost to the State

The Quint’s report examines the criteria for granting VIP security in Punjab and the financial strain it places on the state’s budget.

23 Sep 2026

Congress lodges memorandum with Jharkhand CEO over SIR irregularities

The Congress party has formally submitted a memorandum to the Chief Executive Officer of Jharkhand, highlighting alleged irregularities in the State Implementation Report (SIR).

23 Sep 2026

Odisha Zilla Parishad to Review Zone Boundaries After Urban Area Merger

The Odisha Zilla Parishad is considering a reorganisation of its administrative zones following the recent merger of urban areas within the state. The move aims to align jurisdictional boundaries with the new urban layout.

23 Sep 2026

Andhra CM N Chandrababu Naidu to Lay Foundation Stone for Development Projects Today

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will lay the foundation stone for several development projects today. The announcement was made by The New Indian Express.

23 Sep 2026

Odisha Assembly Session Ends in 47 Minutes Amid Opposition Protest

The Odisha legislative assembly adjourned after just 47 minutes of debate as opposition members staged a protest, halting proceedings.

23 Sep 2026

Karnataka Governor Urges Reconsideration of Two-Stanza Vande Mataram Order

The Karnataka Governor has called on the state government to review its order that restricts the singing of Vande Mataram to only two stanzas. The appeal comes amid a growing debate over the patriotic song's usage.

23 Sep 2026

Rajasthan: Khatushyamji Municipal Council Chairperson Election Postponed as Congress Candidate Absent

The Chairperson election for Khatushyamji Municipal Council in Rajasthan was postponed after the Congress candidate failed to appear for the polling process.

23 Sep 2026

Congress Wins Tijara Seat by Two Votes Despite Having Only One Councillor

Congress secured the Tijara assembly seat with a narrow two‑vote margin, even though the party fielded only a single councillor in the area. The victory emerged after a late‑night counting twist.

23 Sep 2026

Tamil Nadu Government’s New Secretariat Plan Faces Opposition from Pattinapakkam Residents

Residents of Pattinapakkam in Tamil Nadu have opposed the state government's proposal to build a new secretariat.

23 Sep 2026

Tamil Nadu Govt May Serve Beef in State Hostels as Students Demand It, Says Minister

A Tamil Nadu minister indicated that the state government is considering serving beef in government hostels after students requested it, with a decision expected soon.

23 Sep 2026