Politics

J&K Govt Orders Probe into Corruption Allegations Against JMC XEN

The Jammu & Kashmir government has announced an inquiry into corruption allegations involving JMC XEN.

18 Aug 2026

Arunachal MP Tai Tagak Nominated to Petroleum Ministry Consultative Committee

Arunachal Pradesh MP Tai Tagak has been nominated to serve on the Petroleum Ministry's Consultative Committee.

18 Aug 2026

Manipur Shuts Down on Second Day of JFD Strike Over NRC Demand

The state of Manipur was shut down on Tuesday as the JFD’s strike entered its second day, demanding the inclusion of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state’s policy.

18 Aug 2026

Karnataka Minister Calls for Resolution of Mhadei River Dispute with Goa and Maharashtra

Karnataka’s minister has urged a settlement over the Mhadei River dispute involving Goa and Maharashtra, seeking a prompt resolution to the long‑standing water‑sharing issue.

18 Aug 2026

Catholic Association of Goa Calls on Congress to Nominate Young Candidates for 2027 Elections

The Catholic Association of Goa has urged the Indian National Congress to field younger candidates in the upcoming 2027 general elections, citing a need for fresh leadership and broader representation.

18 Aug 2026

Congress MPs Protest Routine Disallowance of Their Parliamentary Questions

Congress MPs have voiced frustration that their questions in Parliament are routinely disallowed, raising concerns about parliamentary decorum and the right to ask questions.

18 Aug 2026

Nagaland Governor Emphasises Indigenous Culture at Basant Utsav

Governor Nand Kishore Yadav highlighted the importance of preserving indigenous traditions during the Basant Utsav festival in Nagaland.

18 Aug 2026

Manipur: Former Armed Group Reintegrates with 46 Cadres, Says KCP-Taibanganba Chairman

KCP-Taibanganba chairman reports that a group which had taken up arms during the 2023 conflict has rejoined mainstream politics with 46 members.

18 Aug 2026

Manipur Bandh: Protesters Demand NRC Before Census

In Manipur, a statewide bandh has been called as citizens demand the National Register of Citizens be updated before the upcoming census.

18 Aug 2026

Meghalaya CM Unveils ‘Ki Dienjat’ Initiative to Strengthen Khasi‑Jaintia Ties with Southeast Asia

The Chief Minister of Meghalaya has launched the ‘Ki Dienjat’ programme aimed at exploring historical and cultural links between the Khasi and Jaintia tribes and Southeast Asian communities.

18 Aug 2026

Jharkhand Protesters End Fast After Recruitment Test Cancellation

Three protesters, including Devendra, ended a hunger strike after the Jharkhand government cancelled scheduled recruitment exams.

18 Aug 2026

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Raises Concerns Over Declining Political Discourse

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has flagged a decline in political discourse, expressing concern over the quality of debate in the country.

18 Aug 2026