Politics

Congress PAC Meeting with Mallikarjun Kharge Ends in Invitation Row

A meeting between the Congress Party's PAC and AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge concluded amid an invitation dispute, raising questions about intra‑party coordination.

18 Aug 2026

Congress Leader Pawan Khera Defends Goa Vande Mataram Rendition, Invites Debate

Pawan Khera, a senior Congress leader, defended a Vande Mataram performance held in Goa, urging critics to step forward and engage in a constructive debate.

18 Aug 2026

Gupta Criticises 'Step-Motherly' Treatment of Non-BJP Governments as an Attack on Democracy

BJP leader Gupta has called the harsh treatment of non-BJP governments a ‘step-motherly’ approach that insults democracy, according to a report by Daily Excelsior.

18 Aug 2026

Goa Congress Event Sparks Row After Vande Mataram Not Sung in Full

During a political gathering in Goa, the national anthem Vande Mataram was not sung in its entirety, sparking a controversy among attendees and media.

18 Aug 2026

Mallikarjun Kharge Rebukes Claim of RSS/BJP Man Fighting for Nation Amid Vande Mataram Row

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge has sharply criticized a claim that an RSS or BJP figure has fought for the nation, amid the ongoing Vande Mataram controversy.

18 Aug 2026

BJP Unveils New National Office Bearers Ahead of Upcoming Elections

The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced a new slate of national office bearers, including positions such as President, Vice President, General Secretary, and Treasurer, as part of its strategy to strengthen the party's national structure.

18 Aug 2026

BJP Announces New Leadership: Six Women Vice‑Presidents, Four National Secretaries

The Bharatiya Janata Party has unveiled its new organisational team, appointing six women as vice‑presidents and four individuals as national secretaries, signalling a push for greater gender representation.

18 Aug 2026

Congress MPs Protest Against Routine Disallowance of Their Questions in Parliament

Congress MPs have raised concerns that their questions are being routinely disallowed during parliamentary sessions, calling for a review of the question‑time procedures.

18 Aug 2026

Rajnath Singh Highlights Decline in Political Discourse

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has expressed concern over the noticeable decline in political discourse in India, urging leaders to revive constructive dialogue.

18 Aug 2026

Ashok Gahlot urges Congress to award 50% of local body tickets to youth, based on merit

Before the Rajasthan local body polls, Congress leader Ashok Gahlot urged the party to base ticket distribution on ground realities and merit, advocating that half of the seats be allotted to young candidates.

18 Aug 2026

Former Rajasthan Minister Rajendra Gudha Calls for Lowering Election Contest Age to 21

Former Rajasthan minister Rajendra Gudha has urged the government to lower the minimum age for contesting elections from 25 to 21, arguing that 18‑year‑olds already have voting rights.

18 Aug 2026

Manipur DGP Calls on Insurgent Groups to Abandon Violence, Join Mainstream

The Director General of Police in Manipur has urged armed insurgent groups to cease violent activities and integrate into mainstream society, emphasizing peace and stability in the state.

18 Aug 2026