Politics

SIR for J&K, Ladakh Expected March Next Year After Census, Snowfall

The lead states that no Special Survey Report (SSR) will be undertaken; instead a Special Investigation Report (SIR) for Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh is likely in March next year after the census and snowfall.

30 Aug 2026

Deputy CM slams BJP over secretariat gherao, flags J&K statehood delay

The deputy chief minister publicly rebuked the BJP for ordering a gherao of the secretariat and questioned why the granting of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir remains stalled.

30 Aug 2026

Manipur CM meets outgoing Chief Secretary, Thakur tipped as successor

The Chief Minister of Manipur hosted the outgoing Chief Secretary and sources say senior officer Thakur is being considered for the post.

30 Aug 2026

Naga MLA Awangbou Newmai condemns IT road ambush, urges Kuki leaders to uphold humanity

Naga legislator Awangbou Newmai denounced the recent ambush on the IT road in Manipur and appealed to Kuki community leaders to promote humanity and peace.

30 Aug 2026

Manipur CM Hosts Farewell for Outgoing Chief Secretary Dr Puneet Kumar Goel

The Chief Minister of Manipur hosted a farewell ceremony for Dr Puneet Kumar Goel, who is completing his tenure as the state's Chief Secretary.

30 Aug 2026

Congress Calls for Government Action on Uttarakhand Purification Ritual

The Congress party has urged the Uttarakhand government to intervene in a purification ritual being performed in the state, demanding immediate action.

30 Aug 2026

Ex‑Pak cricketer Moin Khan urges fellow players to back Imran Khan’s right to medical care

Former Pakistani wicket‑keeper Moin Khan appealed to authorities and fellow cricketers to ensure former prime minister Imran Khan receives proper medical treatment, describing his condition as worrying.

30 Aug 2026

SP chief Akhilesh Yadav slams RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s US visit and X account ban

Akhilesh Yadav criticised RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s recent US trip and protested the suspension of his X account, calling both actions politically motivated.

30 Aug 2026

PM Modi urges public to ignore rumours, trust government information in Mann Ki Baat

In his latest Mann Ki Baat address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi cautioned citizens against misinformation and asked them to rely on official sources.

30 Aug 2026

VP Radhakrishnan lauds former Karnataka CM Ramakrishna Hegde as great statesman

Vice President Radhakrishnan praised former Karnataka chief minister Ramakrishna Hegde, calling him a great statesman, in remarks reported by Daily Excelsior.

30 Aug 2026

PM Modi to visit Gujarat on Sept 8, address rallies in Vadodara and Navsari

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Gujarat on September 8, where he will speak at public rallies in Vadodara and Navsari and inaugurate a project in the latter city.

30 Aug 2026

Prime Minister Launches Namo Bharat Initiative in Meerut on Aug 29, 2026

On August 29, 2026, the Prime Minister inaugurated the Namo Bharat programme in Meerut, marking the start of a nationwide campaign aimed at boosting local manufacturing and employment.

30 Aug 2026