Politics

Haryana Chief Secretary Urges Fast‑Track Land Acquisition for Gurugram Metro

The Haryana chief secretary has called for accelerated land acquisition to speed up the Gurugram metro project.

22 Aug 2026

Punjab observes statewide bandh today after calls from religious and political groups

A statewide bandh was observed across Punjab today following appeals from religious and political organisations.

22 Aug 2026

BJP‑SAD’s 1997‑2012 Winning Run Prompts Talk of Alliance Revival Ahead of Punjab Polls

The BJP‑SAD coalition, which swept Punjab elections from 1997 to 2012, is being examined for a possible comeback before the upcoming state assembly polls.

22 Aug 2026

Sarwan Panjher warns government over rising dam water levels and farmer distress

Sarwan Panjher highlighted the surge in dam water levels and mounting farmer grievances, urging the government to act promptly.

22 Aug 2026

RJD chief Mangni Lal Mandal questions Bihar government's finances

RJD leader Mangni Lal Mandal has publicly challenged the Bihar government, demanding answers on the state's fiscal health.

22 Aug 2026

Jharkhand Clarifies Ambedkar Jayanti School Meeting Was Not to Influence Lok Sabha Polls

State officials in Jharkhand said the Ambedkar Jayanti gathering held in a school was not an attempt to sway the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

22 Aug 2026

Manorama News Conclave 2026 ‘Kerala @70’ Launches in Kochi to Chart State’s Future

Manorama News kicked off its 2026 ‘Kerala @70’ conclave in Kochi today, aiming to discuss the state’s developmental trajectory as it marks 70 years of formation.

22 Aug 2026

MEA denies clearance for Revanth Reddy’s US trip, cites unsuitable programme

India’s Ministry of External Affairs refused to clear Congress leader Revanth Reddy’s planned visit to the United States, stating that the proposed programme was not appropriate.

22 Aug 2026

Rajasthan Proposes Uniform Civil Code Covering Marriage, Divorce and Live-in Relationships

The Rajasthan government has released a draft Uniform Civil Code that would apply a single legal framework to marriage, divorce and live‑in relationships.

22 Aug 2026

RAF Personnel Deployed at Parliament Street Police Station After Congress Crowd Closes Gate

Following a large gathering of Congress supporters near the Parliament Street police station, authorities sealed the gate and deployed Rapid Action Force personnel to maintain order.

22 Aug 2026

Tamil Nadu roundtable on NEP, Hindi push and two‑language formula sparks political clash

A roundtable in Tamil Nadu discussing the National Education Policy, alleged Hindi imposition and the two‑language formula has ignited a political showdown among state parties.

22 Aug 2026

Congress backs Tamil Nadu government's 25-year freeze on assembly seats

The Congress party has voiced support for the Vijay-led Tamil Nadu government's demand to freeze the number of assembly and parliamentary seats for the next 25 years amid the upcoming delimitation exercise.

22 Aug 2026