Politics

Kerala Minister Criticizes BJP Protest in Thrissur as an 'Insult' to Independence Day

A Kerala minister condemned a BJP protest in Thrissur, calling it an insult to the sanctity of India's Independence Day.

16 Aug 2026

Chandigarh Police Clash with Protesters Over Sikh Prisoner Release

Police in Chandigarh confronted a group of protesters demanding the release of a Sikh prisoner, leading to a violent clash on Aug 21.

16 Aug 2026

Congress Backing Release of Bandi Sikh Ahead of August 21 Bandh in Punjab

The Indian National Congress has expressed its support for the release of Bandi Sikh amid growing tensions, as a statewide bandh is set to be called on August 21 in Punjab.

16 Aug 2026

Haryana Police Block Khanauri Crossing to Stop Farmers' Delhi March

Haryana police blocked the Khanauri crossing to halt a farmers' march heading toward Delhi.

16 Aug 2026

Punjab Protest Turns Violent

Qaumi Insaf morcha protesters clashed with authorities in Punjab, prompting the use of tear gas and water cannons. A Punjab Bandh call has been issued for August 21.

16 Aug 2026

Attack On Sukhbir Badal

Harsimrat Kaur terms the attack on Sukhbir Badal as a well-planned conspiracy. The incident has sparked a political controversy.

16 Aug 2026

Attack On Sukhbir Badal Sparks Outrage

An attack on Sukhbir Badal has been termed a political conspiracy aimed at disrupting Punjab's peace. Harsimrat Kaur has condemned the incident.

16 Aug 2026

Assam: BJP Wins Third Term

The BJP has secured a third term in Assam, with Himanta Biswa Sarma leading the party to victory. A 5% vote swing has affected the Congress bloc.

16 Aug 2026

Jharkhand Student Prem Nayak Begins Hunger Strike Amid Protest

Prem Nayak, a student in Jharkhand, has launched a hunger strike as part of a protest, claiming he may not survive much longer.

16 Aug 2026

Alwar: Students Detained Ahead of Amit Shah's Event

Police in Alwar have taken several students into custody ahead of a proposed protest at RR College, prior to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's program. The move is seen as a preventive measure to maintain law and order.

16 Aug 2026

Jharkhand Student Begins Hunger Strike, Criticizes Government Ahead of Stir 2.0

A student from Jharkhand has started a hunger strike, condemning the state government as part of the upcoming Stir 2.0 protest movement.

16 Aug 2026

Jharkhand Protesters Urge Rahul Gandhi to Withdraw Support from Hemant Soren's Government

Protesters in Jharkhand have called on opposition leader Rahul Gandhi to withdraw his support for the state government if Chief Minister Hemant Soren continues certain policies.

16 Aug 2026