Politics
AAP announces first 23 candidates for Gandhinagar municipal corporation elections
The Aam Aadmi Party has released the names of its initial 23 candidates for the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation polls scheduled for October 11, as the city prepares for a three‑cornered contest with BJP and Congress for 44 seats.
21 Sep 2026
BJP Workers Stage Bandh in Jagalur Over Drought List Exclusion
BJP workers in Jagalur, Karnataka, called a bandh to protest their exclusion from the state’s drought list, demanding inclusion and support for affected farmers.
21 Sep 2026
AP CM Naidu Urges Shift from Grey to Green Growth
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has called for a transition from traditional grey growth to sustainable green growth, emphasizing the need for environmental and economic reforms.
21 Sep 2026
Tamil Nadu Government Quickly Approves 12 Bills, Signalling New Phase in Lok Bhavan Relations
The state cabinet gave swift assent to twelve bills, a move seen as deepening cooperation between the Tamil Nadu government and Lok Bhavan.
21 Sep 2026
Karnataka Minister’s ‘Tipping Good Officials’ Remark Sparks Controversy
A Karnataka minister’s comment that praising good officials is acceptable has ignited a political row, drawing criticism from opposition leaders and civil society.
21 Sep 2026
18 Congress Councillors Detained at Haryana Toll Booth, Party Claims Police Preempted Action
Eighteen members of the Indian National Congress were reportedly detained at a toll booth in Haryana. The party says police had already taken them before the incident.
21 Sep 2026
273 Civic Bodies Hold Mayor and Chairperson Elections Today
Today, councillors across India will vote to elect mayors and chairpersons in 273 civic bodies after a stay at a resort.
21 Sep 2026
Ajith Fans Form New Political Party in Tamil Nadu
Fans of Tamil actor Ajith Kumar have announced the launch of a new political party in Tamil Nadu, marking a fresh entry into the state's political landscape.
21 Sep 2026
Will Indore's Youthful Energy Translate Into Votes?
Observations point to a noticeable surge of enthusiasm among young people in Indore as elections approach, prompting speculation on how many will turn that energy into actual votes.
21 Sep 2026
Congress accuses police of detaining councillors amid chaos in Khairthal‑Tijara before speaker election
Congress alleges that police detained several of its councillors in Khairthal‑Tijara as turmoil erupted ahead of the Rajasthan speaker election.
21 Sep 2026
AIMIM willing to join anti-BJP alliance in Uttar Pradesh, says Owaisi
All India Majlis‑e‑Ittehadul Muslimeen chief Asaduddin Owaisi said the party is open to partnering with any group that aims to keep the BJP out of power in the upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections.
21 Sep 2026
Matang Community Launches Morcha After Manoj Jarange‑Patil’s Fast Over Maharashtra Quota Issue
The Matang community began a protest march following activist Manoj Jarange‑Patil’s hunger strike demanding clarification on Maharashtra’s reservation quota.
21 Sep 2026