Politics

ThePrint publishes satirical piece on ‘Winkle Twinkle’s time‑travelling comrade and Kolkata’s absent‑minded communism’

ThePrint released an opinion article titled ‘Winkle Twinkle’s time‑travelling comrade and the absent‑minded communism of Kolkata’.

07 Sep 2026

All Congress factions rally behind Amrinder Singh ‘Captain’ Pilot as Punjab party chief

The Indian National Congress has unified its Punjab unit by appointing Amrinder Singh ‘Captain’ Pilot as the state in‑charge, ending internal dissent.

07 Sep 2026

Punjab Government Says Consent Not Sought in New High Court Chief Justice Appointment

The Punjab state government has formally objected to the recent appointment of a new Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, claiming it was made without its prior consent.

07 Sep 2026

Southern States Form Front Over Delimitation, Language and Tax Issues

A coalition of southern Indian states has been announced to collectively address concerns about the upcoming delimitation exercise, language policies and tax reforms.

07 Sep 2026

Rahul Gandhi’s tweet on Darbhanga family dispute sparks accusations of political conspiracy

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s recent tweet about a family quarrel in Darbhanga prompted the relatives of local figure Swatantra Bhardwaj to denounce it as a political ploy.

07 Sep 2026

Rajasthan’s Local Body Elections Emerge as Launchpad for Future State Leaders

Local body polls in Rajasthan have become a stepping stone for many politicians, propelling them from councilor seats to roles as legislators, parliamentarians and ministers.

07 Sep 2026

Jaipur Municipal Election Day Declared Holiday; Dry Days Ahead of Voting and Counting

The Rajasthan state election commission has announced a public holiday on the voting day for Jaipur's municipal elections, with 48‑hour dry periods before each voting phase and on the counting day of September 14.

07 Sep 2026

Former MPs Turn to Local Governance in Bhilwara After Parliamentary Stints

Two politicians from Bhilwara, after serving as members of Parliament, have contested and won seats in local bodies, marking an unusual shift from national to grassroots politics.

07 Sep 2026

Congress Leader Supriya Says Youths Labeled 'Gutter' Forced Govt to Apologize

Congress leader Supriya stated that youths who were derogatorily called 'gutter' succeeded in getting the government to apologize. She made the remark while discussing Gen-Z and meme culture.

07 Sep 2026

Congress Unity Restored as All Factions Back Amrinder Singh Pilot as Punjab In‑Charge

All internal groups within the Indian National Congress have accepted Amrinder Singh Pilot as the party’s Punjab in‑charge, easing earlier tensions.

07 Sep 2026

Punjab Congress Turmoil: Baghel Ousted as Party In‑Charge Steps Down, State President Poised to Take Over

Senior leader Baghel has been sidelined amid internal reshuffle in the Punjab Congress, with focus now shifting to the state president after the party in‑charge's exit.

07 Sep 2026

Amit Shah unveils roadmap to make India drug‑free by 2029

Home Minister Amit Shah announced a comprehensive plan aimed at achieving a drug‑free India by 2029, outlining key measures and timelines.

07 Sep 2026