Politics

Naveen Patnaik Urges BJP MPs to Revoke Mining Act Amendment

Former Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik has written to BJP MPs urging them to reverse an amendment to the Mining Act that stripped the state of control over its mineral resources.

29 Aug 2026

Mahesh Walvekar Emphasizes RTI Act's Role in Promoting Transparency

Union Minister Mahesh Walvekar reiterated that the Right to Information Act, enacted on 12 October 2005, aims to bring transparency to government functioning.

29 Aug 2026

BJP Amplifies Meme Campaign Against Congress in Social Media Clash

The BJP has intensified its meme-driven social media campaign targeting Congress, asserting that its strategy remains unchanged and rooted in core party values.

29 Aug 2026

Dhami Rebukes Rahul Over Kharge Purification Row

BJP leader Dhami criticized Rahul Gandhi for raising religious slogans and responded to his remarks about Congress leader Kharge's alleged purification row.

29 Aug 2026

Rahul Gandhi Calls Modi to Order FIR Over Kharge ‘Purification’ Controversy

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi labeled the Kharge ‘purification’ row a criminal act and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to direct a police FIR against those involved.

29 Aug 2026

India Today Publishes Socio‑Political Feature Titled “The Trust Deficit”

India Today released a socio‑political analysis called “The Trust Deficit”, highlighting concerns over public confidence in institutions.

29 Aug 2026

Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Chhatro Ki Goonj’ Examines Congress’s Appeal to Gen Z

Frontline Magazine features Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Chhatro Ki Goonj’, probing whether the Congress party can attract India’s Generation Z voters.

29 Aug 2026

Andhra Pradesh Minister Nagababu Pledges to Boost State’s Green Cover to 50%

Nagababu, a senior official of the Andhra Pradesh government, has pledged to raise the state’s green cover to 50% of its total area.

29 Aug 2026

Kumaraswamy Calls for Priyank Kharge’s Resignation Over KPSC Recruitment Scandal

Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Kumaraswamy has publicly asked Minister Priyank Kharge to step down, citing alleged irregularities in recent Karnataka Public Service Commission recruitments.

29 Aug 2026

1984 Riot Victims Protest BJP in Ludhiana

Victims of the 1984 anti‑Sikh riots gathered in Ludhiana to demonstrate against the Bharatiya Janata Party, demanding justice and compensation.

29 Aug 2026

Congress Withholds Candidate List Ahead of Rajasthan Local Body Elections Over Rebellion Fears

The Rajasthan Congress is not publishing its candidate list for the upcoming local body polls, citing concerns of internal dissent. Selected aspirants are being notified by phone and instructed to file nominations.

29 Aug 2026

Rahul Gandhi to address students at "Students' Echo" event in Indore's Nehru Stadium

Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi will hold a direct dialogue with students and youth at the 'Students' Echo' event in Indore, covering education, jobs, paper leaks and fee hikes.

29 Aug 2026