Politics

BJP Names New State In-Charges for Uttar Pradesh and Punjab Ahead of Elections

The Bharatiya Janata Party has appointed new state in‑charges for Uttar Pradesh and Punjab as part of its pre‑election strategy, following the launch of its ‘Team Nitin Nabin’.

18 Aug 2026

MP Government to Invest ₹492 Crore in Science & Tech Over 5 Years

The Madhya Pradesh government has announced a ₹492 crore allocation for science and technology over the next five years, a sharp increase from the ₹6 crore spent during the Congress era.

18 Aug 2026

Samyam Lodha Issues Legal Notice Over Panchayati Raj Reservation Lottery Suspension

The Rajasthan Panchayati Raj Department’s decision to suspend the reservation lottery has prompted Samyam Lodha to send a legal notice to the chief secretary and other officials, citing contempt of a High Court order and warning against filing a petition.

18 Aug 2026

PM Modi Delivers I‑Day Speeches Highlighting Nation’s Evolution

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on I‑Day, outlining the challenges and progress in India's journey from foundational issues to advanced development.

18 Aug 2026

Punjab Politics: Family Ties Fracture Amid Party Lines

In Punjab, political families are increasingly splitting along party lines, reflecting a broader trend of fractured kinship ties in the state's politics.

18 Aug 2026

Congress PAC Meeting with Mallikarjun Kharge Ends in Invitation Row

A meeting between the Congress Party's PAC and AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge concluded amid an invitation dispute, raising questions about intra‑party coordination.

18 Aug 2026

Congress Leader Pawan Khera Defends Goa Vande Mataram Rendition, Invites Debate

Pawan Khera, a senior Congress leader, defended a Vande Mataram performance held in Goa, urging critics to step forward and engage in a constructive debate.

18 Aug 2026

Gupta Criticises 'Step-Motherly' Treatment of Non-BJP Governments as an Attack on Democracy

BJP leader Gupta has called the harsh treatment of non-BJP governments a ‘step-motherly’ approach that insults democracy, according to a report by Daily Excelsior.

18 Aug 2026

Goa Congress Event Sparks Row After Vande Mataram Not Sung in Full

During a political gathering in Goa, the national anthem Vande Mataram was not sung in its entirety, sparking a controversy among attendees and media.

18 Aug 2026

Mallikarjun Kharge Rebukes Claim of RSS/BJP Man Fighting for Nation Amid Vande Mataram Row

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge has sharply criticized a claim that an RSS or BJP figure has fought for the nation, amid the ongoing Vande Mataram controversy.

18 Aug 2026

BJP Unveils New National Office Bearers Ahead of Upcoming Elections

The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced a new slate of national office bearers, including positions such as President, Vice President, General Secretary, and Treasurer, as part of its strategy to strengthen the party's national structure.

18 Aug 2026

BJP Announces New Leadership: Six Women Vice‑Presidents, Four National Secretaries

The Bharatiya Janata Party has unveiled its new organisational team, appointing six women as vice‑presidents and four individuals as national secretaries, signalling a push for greater gender representation.

18 Aug 2026