Politics

BJP Replies to Congress Allegation Over Nitin Nabin’s Diet During Sawan

Congress alleged that BJP MP Nitin Nabin ate non‑vegetarian food during the fasting month of Sawan; the party issued a response to the claim.

19 Aug 2026

Tejashwi Yadav Detained by Patna Police During JP Golambar March

During a protest march that began at JP Golambar, Patna police arrested opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav and his aides on income‑tax charges.

19 Aug 2026

Muslim groups from 50 MP districts submit memorandum to President opposing UCC

Around 50 districts in Madhya Pradesh saw Muslim representatives hand a memorandum to the President demanding a halt to the Uniform Civil Code, with a 21‑member delegation reaching the Bhopal collector’s office.

19 Aug 2026

Assam Government Announces Drive to Decentralise Governance and Empower Local Bodies

The Assam state administration has unveiled a plan to shift decision‑making power to local institutions, aiming for more responsive governance.

19 Aug 2026

Punjab Congress Leader Charanjit Singh Channi Misses CWC Meeting Amid Growing Rift

Punjab Congress chief ministerial candidate Charanjit Singh Channi did not attend the scheduled Congress Working Committee meeting, highlighting internal discord as the state prepares for assembly elections.

19 Aug 2026

BJP selects Badal leader Manpreet for Punjab strategy, reports India Today

India Today reports that the BJP has chosen a Badal family member, Manpreet, as part of its political strategy in Punjab.

19 Aug 2026

Assam CM inaugurates Integrated Kamrup (Metro) DC Office in Rupnagar

Assam Chief Minister opened the new Integrated Kamrup (Metro) District Collector office in Rupnagar, marking a step towards streamlined administration in the district.

19 Aug 2026

PM Modi flags off Meerut's Regional Rapid Transit System inauguration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) linking Delhi and Meerut on August 19, 2026.

19 Aug 2026

Bihar Cabinet Clears 13 Proposals Including Express‑way, AI Ecosystem and Social Media Policy

Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary gave his assent to 13 cabinet proposals covering an express‑way project, a state AI ecosystem, a new social‑media policy and other administrative reforms.

19 Aug 2026

MP Naveen Vows to Fight MMDR Bill Till His Last Breath

Member of Parliament Naveen declared his unwavering opposition to the MMDR Bill, vowing to fight it until his last breath.

19 Aug 2026

Odisha Approaches Final Electoral Roll Drop – September 21 Countdown

The Election Commission of Odisha is set to release the final version of the state's electoral rolls on September 21, marking the completion of the State Information Report (SIR) process.

19 Aug 2026

Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel on 10‑day leave; replacement rumours surface

Governor Anandiben Patel has begun a ten‑day leave, traveling to Daman, prompting speculation that she may be replaced, officials say.

19 Aug 2026