Politics
Ex-Power Minister Manik Dey Flags ₹1,700 Crore Deficit in Tripura Electricity Corp
Former Tripura Power Minister Manik Dey has raised concerns over the state electricity corporation’s finances, noting a jump from a ₹300 crore fixed deposit to a ₹1,700 crore deficit.
23 Aug 2026
Himachal govt spent Rs 21.38 crore on foreign trips in 2023-25, says CM Sukhu
The Himachal Pradesh government disclosed a total outlay of Rs 21.38 crore for foreign visits during 2023-24 and 2024-25, according to Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.
23 Aug 2026
Bihar MP Upendra Kushwaha Calls for Education Commission, Pushes 65% Reservation
Rajya Sabha MP Upendra Kushwaha told journalists that establishing an education commission is essential and that his party will keep pursuing the implementation of a 65% reservation quota.
23 Aug 2026
BJP steps up for 2026 Kotpootli-Bahrod municipal polls, warns against trade violations
The Bharatiya Janata Party has accelerated its campaign for the 2026 Kotpootli‑Bahrod municipal elections, holding a strategy session at Hotel RTM to finalize candidates and ward‑level organization while cautioning against any trade violations.
23 Aug 2026
Tripura BJP Minister Sudhanshu Labels Congress ‘Like Muslim League’ Over Vande Mataram Issue
BJP minister Sudhanshu in Tripura accused the Congress of becoming akin to the Muslim League over its stance on the Vande Mataram song, as reported by Muslim Mirror.
23 Aug 2026
Kuldeep Singh Pathania Chairs Himachal Pradesh Assembly Session
Senior Congress leader Kuldeep Singh Pathania presided over the opening of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly session, overseeing proceedings as the house convened.
23 Aug 2026
Himachal Pradesh’s plan to cut IAS cadre size sparks backlash
The Himachal Pradesh government’s proposal to reduce the number of IAS officers has drawn criticism from the bureaucracy, sparking a heated debate over the move.
23 Aug 2026
Rahul Gandhi rallies in Pune to back Neha Rathour, says he too is not improving
At a public gathering in Pune, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi voiced support for Neha Rathour and remarked that he himself is also not improving.
23 Aug 2026
Rahul Gandhi condemns PM Modi’s ‘cultural shock’ over girls using profanity in Pune address
Speaking to women students in Pune, Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of a ‘cultural shock’ when girls use profanity, calling the reaction a symptom of patriarchal attitudes.
23 Aug 2026
Rasheed Kidwai: Congress needs five‑six Shivakumars to match Karnataka CM’s appeal
Congress leader Rasheed Kidwai said the party requires several leaders like Shivakumar to emulate the Karnataka chief minister’s national popularity.
23 Aug 2026
Indian Overseas Congress USA disappointed as Telangana CM's US visit denied political clearance
The Indian Overseas Congress USA expressed disappointment after the Indian government refused political clearance for the Telangana chief minister’s planned visit to the United States.
23 Aug 2026
India's 'Cockroach' Movement Highlights Weaknesses in Modi's Political Machine
A grassroots movement dubbed the 'cockroach' is drawing attention to internal strains within Prime Minister Narendra Modi's political organization, according to Nikkei Asia.
23 Aug 2026