Politics

Supreme Court Warns: ‘Superior’ CEC Undermines Election Commissioners' Functioning

The Supreme Court ruled that a Chief Election Commissioner who dominates the panel renders other Election Commissioners ineffective, emphasizing the need for collegial decision‑making within the Election Commission of India.

27 Sep 2026

YSRCP Threatens Statewide Protest Over Midnight Arrests by TDP Coalition

The YSRCP has warned the TDP coalition that any continuation of midnight arrests will trigger a statewide protest.

27 Sep 2026

BJP MLA Escapes Serious Accident After Tyre Burst Causes 100‑Metre Skid on UP Highway

A BJP legislator narrowly avoided a serious crash on a Uttar Pradesh highway after his vehicle’s tyre burst, causing the car to skid for more than 100 metres.

27 Sep 2026

Election Commission Reaffirms Unified Stance Amid Digital Initiative Criticism

The Election Commission said it will involve further discussions and checks before any new digital initiatives are finalized, amid mounting criticism.

27 Sep 2026

Manipur leader Ibobi slams Centre, state govt as ‘silent spectators’ to killings

Manipur politician Ibobi accused the central and state governments of remaining passive while killings occurred in the state.

27 Sep 2026

Modi Calls on BJP Cadre to Prioritise Social Reforms Over Vote‑Bank Politics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged BJP members to focus on delivering social reforms instead of relying on vote‑bank calculations.

27 Sep 2026

US Senators Criticise Soros‑Funded Witness at Heated Minnesota Somali Fraud Hearing

During a contentious hearing on alleged Somali fraud in Minnesota, U.S. senators sharply rebuked a witness identified as receiving funding from George Soros.

27 Sep 2026

UDP and Tura church leaders reject proposal to open banks on Sundays

The United Democratic Party and church leaders from Tura have voiced opposition to a plan to allow banks to operate on Sundays.

27 Sep 2026

Election Commission to Deploy Officials for Home Visits to Notice Recipients

The Election Commission announced that after a recent meeting, officials will conduct door‑to‑door visits to individuals who have been served notices.

27 Sep 2026

NE India Broadcast Examines Decline in Mainstream Politics Appeal

The programme "The Cockroach and the Commission" aired on NE India Broadcast, probing whether mainstream politics is losing its appeal among voters.

27 Sep 2026

INDIA Bloc Parties to Convene on Sep 30 Over Demand to Oust CEC Gyanesh Kumar

A coalition of parties under the INDIA bloc will meet on September 30 to deliberate on calls for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the related SIR controversy.

27 Sep 2026

BJP and JD(S) Join Forces for Upcoming Council Elections

The Bharatiya Janata Party and Janata Dal (Secular) have agreed to contest the forthcoming council elections together, according to Deccan Herald.

27 Sep 2026