Politics
Jharkhand Protesters End Hunger Strike, Promise Continued Reform Fight
Three protestors, including Devendra Mahto, have called off their hunger strike in Jharkhand, stating that their struggle for reform will continue.
18 Aug 2026
Punjab Health Scheme Row Escalates After Elderly Men’s Bhangra Sparks Controversy
A controversy over Punjab's health scheme has intensified after a group of elderly men performed bhangra, drawing political criticism.
18 Aug 2026
Jharkhand Protesters End Hunger Strike, Promise Continued Reform Fight
Three protest leaders, including Devendra Mahto, have called off their hunger strike in Jharkhand, stating that the fight for reforms will persist.
18 Aug 2026
Viksit Bharat G RAM G Act Enters Force Nationwide
The Viksit Bharat G RAM G Act has been enacted across India, coming into force nationwide today.
18 Aug 2026
Andhra Pradesh Minister Confirms No LPG Shortage
Andhra Pradesh’s LPG supply remains stable, Minister N. Manohar assured on News On AIR, dispelling concerns of a shortage.
18 Aug 2026
Supreme Court Orders Karnataka to Release Water to Tamil Nadu as per CWMA Directions
The Supreme Court has directed Karnataka to comply with Central Water Management Authority (CWMA) directives for releasing water to Tamil Nadu, reinforcing the legal framework governing inter-state water sharing.
18 Aug 2026
Karnataka Congress Leaders Label RSS a 'Thousand‑Headed Snake', BJP Responds
In a heated statement, Karnataka Congress leaders compared the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh to extremist groups, calling it a 'thousand‑headed snake', prompting a rebuttal from the BJP.
18 Aug 2026
Karnataka Congress Switches Deputy Speaker Candidate to Appease OBC Community
The Karnataka Congress party has changed its candidate for the deputy speaker post, a move aimed at placating the OBC community.
18 Aug 2026
BJP Assigns Key Roles to Two Delhi Leaders in New National Team
BJP national president has appointed two senior Delhi leaders to pivotal roles in the party's newly formed national team.
18 Aug 2026
Manickam Tagore Dismisses BJP‑RSS 'Vande Mataram' Politics in TN
Congress leader Manickam Tagore has publicly dismissed the BJP‑RSS strategy of promoting 'Vande Mataram' as ineffective in Tamil Nadu, citing the state’s unique political dynamics.
18 Aug 2026
India's 'Cockroach' Movement Sparks Debate Over BJP's Political Future
A newly emerged protest movement dubbed 'Cockroach' has drawn attention to the Bharatiya Janata Party's policies, prompting discussions about whether the party will need to rethink its political strategies.
18 Aug 2026
Bihar CM Launches New Portal to Resolve Student Protest Grievances
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced a new online portal aimed at addressing student complaints swiftly amid ongoing protests.
18 Aug 2026