Politics

Governor Mangu Bhai Patel Approves Cabinet’s Decision to Halt Prosecution in Vijay Shah Controversy

The Governor of Madhya Pradesh gave his assent to the cabinet’s proposal late Monday night, clearing the way to forego prosecution against Vijay Shah over his contentious remarks.

01 Sep 2026

Supreme Court collegium recommends Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal as Rajasthan High Court Chief Justice

The Supreme Court collegium has advised the immediate transfer of Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal from Chhattisgarh High Court to head the Rajasthan High Court.

01 Sep 2026

FIR against Rahul Gandhi in Haldwani triggers BJP‑Congress political clash

An FIR was lodged against Rahul Gandhi in Haldwani under the SC/ST Act for allegedly giving a caste angle to cleaning work at a rally. The Congress termed the move casteist, while the BJP said Rahul raised the issue late after a threat from Mallikarjun Kharge.

01 Sep 2026

SC Collegium Names New Rajasthan HC Chief Justice Amid Allegations Against Acting CJ

The Supreme Court collegium has selected a new chief justice for the Rajasthan High Court while allegations persist against the incumbent acting chief justice. The appointment comes amid scrutiny over the functioning of the state's high judiciary.

01 Sep 2026

TMC MP Derek O’Brien Fails to Appear for Camac Street Scuffle Summons

Trinamool Congress MP Derek O’Brien ignored a court summons linked to a scuffle on Camac Street in Kolkata and has been issued a fresh notice.

01 Sep 2026

Mizoram BJP slams CM’s ADC funding comments, calls for clarification

The BJP unit in Mizoram publicly rebuked the chief minister after his remarks on the finances of the Autonomous District Council, demanding clarification.

01 Sep 2026

SC Collegium recommends Justice Pushpendra Bhati as Chief Justice of J&K High Court

The Supreme Court’s collegium has put forward Justice Pushpendra Bhati for appointment as the new Chief Justice of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court.

01 Sep 2026

Dr Pushpendra Singh Bhati appointed Chief Justice of J&K and Ladakh High Court

The central government has named Dr Pushpendra Singh Bhati as the new Chief Justice of the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court.

01 Sep 2026

Tripura Ministers Warn of Unrest After Targeting Ex‑CM Manik Sarkar Over ‘Militant’ Comment

State ministers Ratan Lal Nath and Sushanta Chowdhury said protests could erupt after they accused former chief minister Manik Sarkar of making a militant remark.

01 Sep 2026

Tripura CM Hints at Seat-Sharing Deal with Tipra Motha Ahead of Village Committee Polls

The Chief Minister of Tripura indicated a possible seat‑sharing arrangement with the Tipra Motha Party as the Village Committee elections approach, with BL Santosh’s upcoming visit expected to formalise the pact.

01 Sep 2026

Tripura to Hold Village Committee Elections on Sep 28, Counting Set for Oct 5

The Tripura state election commission has scheduled village committee polls for September 28, with vote counting slated for October 5.

01 Sep 2026

Telangana CM urges KCR to quit opposition leader post, says he hasn't left farmhouse

The chief minister of Telangana has publicly asked K. Chandrashekar Rao to relinquish his opposition leader position, alleging he remains holed up in his farmhouse.

01 Sep 2026