Politics

High Court Reaffirms Law Safeguarding Chandigarh’s ‘Unique’ Status Over Livelihood Claims

The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that the right to livelihood cannot override the law protecting Chandigarh’s distinctive status, upholding the city’s special regulatory framework.

25 Sep 2026

Haryana Congress to Gherao State Election Commission Office Today

The Haryana unit of the Indian National Congress announced it will surround the State Election Commission office today as a form of protest.

25 Sep 2026

Odisha Minister Announces Upgrade of Rasgovindpur Airstrip to Full‑Scale Airport

The Odisha cabinet minister told the state assembly that the Rasgovindpur airstrip will be expanded into a commercial airport to improve regional connectivity.

25 Sep 2026

AAP Protest Turns Violent at GMADA in Mohali: Stones Thrown at ED Vehicles, Windows Shattered

AAP activists disrupted a meeting at the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority, hurling stones at Enforcement Directorate vehicles, breaking windows and deflating tires.

25 Sep 2026

Andhra Pradesh launches review of ministers' file clearances, says Nara Lokesh

The state government announced a systematic review of pending file clearances by its ministers, with Nara Lokesh emphasizing speed as a core principle.

25 Sep 2026

Andhra Pradesh rolls out new social media influencer policy

The Andhra Pradesh government announced a fresh set of rules governing social media influencers, mirroring earlier approaches but under a different administration.

25 Sep 2026

Election Commission Faces Criticism After 20.57 Lakh Names Deleted in Odisha SIR List

The Election Commission has come under scrutiny after 20.57 lakh entries were removed from the SIR database in Odisha, prompting political and public criticism.

25 Sep 2026

Congress MLC urges Karnataka to divert Gruha Lakshmi funds to irrigation projects

A Congress member of the Karnataka Legislative Council has called for the paused Gruha Lakshmi scheme funds to be reallocated to irrigation, sparking a debate over the state's spending priorities.

25 Sep 2026

Karnataka Minister D K Shivakumar Calls for CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation

Senior Karnataka minister D K Shivakumar has publicly demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, heightening political tension in the state.

25 Sep 2026

BJP refutes anti‑incumbency claim, cites Tamil Nadu and Bengal election wins

The BJP countered Rahul Gandhi's suggestion that anti‑incumbency could hurt it, pointing to its strong performances in recent Tamil Nadu and West Bengal polls.

25 Sep 2026

Uttar Pradesh Government Claims 38 Acres in Prayagraj Linked to Royal Heritage

The Uttar Pradesh administration has formally asserted ownership over a 38‑acre parcel in Prayagraj that is associated with the city’s historic royal estates.

25 Sep 2026

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin denies TVK's allegation of protecting Veeramani in abuse case

Chief Minister MK Stalin refuted claims by legislator TVK that he had intervened to shield Veeramani in a sexual abuse investigation.

25 Sep 2026