Politics

Punjab & Haryana HC Urges Govt to Set Debris‑Removal Timeline, SOP

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the state governments to establish a clear schedule and standard operating procedure for clearing debris following civic projects.

16 Aug 2026

Punjab-Haryana Border Closed Ahead of Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s Delhi March

Authorities have shut the Punjab-Haryana border crossing again as protestors led by Jagjit Singh Dallewal prepare to march to Delhi.

16 Aug 2026

Punjab CM Announces 80th Independence Year as Economic Freedom Year for Women

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has declared the 80th year of India’s independence as a year dedicated to achieving economic freedom for women in the state.

16 Aug 2026

MP Randhawa Challenges Punjab Congress Chief With Bold Ticket Offer

MP Randhawa of Punjab has publicly challenged the Punjab Congress chief, stating that those who can win will receive four tickets. The remark was made during a political gathering in the state.

16 Aug 2026

Kerala Skips Vande Mataram

The Kerala government did not sing Vande Mataram on Independence Day, unlike Congress-led states. The decision has sparked interest across the nation.

16 Aug 2026

Rajasthan Governor Unveils Statue

Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde unveiled a statue of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya in Didwana. He reviewed development works with officials during his visit.

16 Aug 2026

AASU Leader Urges Full Implementation of Assam Accord for Assamese Community Survival

AASU president Utpal Sarma has called for the complete implementation of the Assam Accord, arguing that it is essential for the survival of the Assamese community.

16 Aug 2026

Telangana CM Accuses BRS Leaders of ‘Occult Practices’ Against Congress

Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao has alleged that leaders of the ruling BRS party are engaging in occult practices aimed at undermining the Congress government.

16 Aug 2026

Congress Labels Modi’s Women’s Reservation Appeal as ‘Drama’

The Congress party has dismissed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for a 10% reservation for women in Parliament and state legislatures as mere political drama.

16 Aug 2026

BJP Leader Vikas Puttur Urges Karnataka High Court to Act on FIR Against Sonia Gandhi

BJP's Vikas Puttur has called upon the Karnataka High Court to address an FIR filed against Sonia Gandhi, urging swift action.

16 Aug 2026

Rajasthan LoP To Raise Youth Issues

The Leader of Opposition in Rajasthan has promised to raise youth issues in the state assembly. This comes after a Gen Z event was held in Jaipur.

16 Aug 2026

Karnataka Bill Proposes Jail Term for Unpermitted Rallies

The Karnataka government has drafted a bill that would impose a jail term on anyone who organizes a rally without prior permission.

16 Aug 2026