Politics

Karnataka Minister’s Absence Sparks Flag‑Hoisting Controversy Ahead of Independence Day

A Karnataka minister was absent from the state’s flag‑hoisting ceremony, igniting controversy ahead of India’s Independence Day celebrations.

14 Aug 2026

Rajasthan's New UCC Law

Rajasthan introduces a new Uniform Civil Code law, requiring live-in relationships to be recorded from start to end. This move aims to bring transparency and regulation to such relationships.

14 Aug 2026

Sukhbir Badal Injured

Sukhbir Singh Badal, president of Shiromani Akali Dal, was injured in an attack at Takht Sahib in Nanded. He received around 150 stitches for his injuries.

14 Aug 2026

Collector, Sarpanch Clash in Guna

A heated argument broke out between the Collector and Sarpanch in Guna over a gun issue. The incident occurred during a Panchayat meeting.

14 Aug 2026

Karnataka Announces Permission Required for Private Use of Public Spaces

The Karnataka government has declared that any private use of public spaces will now need official permission, a move that some say targets the RSS.

14 Aug 2026

Karnataka Assembly to Elect New Speaker, Chairman; BJP Announces Boycott

The Karnataka Legislative Assembly will hold polls today to elect a new Speaker and Chairman, while the BJP has decided to boycott the proceedings.

14 Aug 2026

Sukhbir Badal Injured

Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal was injured in an attack at Takht Sahib in Nanded. He received around 150 stitches for his injuries.

14 Aug 2026

MP CM Pays Tribute to Bharat Mata

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav paid tribute to Bharat Mata at the Shaurya Smarak in Bhopal, acknowledging the pain of partition. He emphasized the need to learn from this experience to strengthen national unity.

14 Aug 2026

Udaipur MP Gets Election Duty Notice

Udaipur MP Dr. Mannalal Rawat has received a notice from the Jodhpur District Election Officer regarding election duty. This development comes despite Rawat taking VRS two and a half years ago.

14 Aug 2026

TVK Party Faces Challenge in Validating Majority Claim in Tamil Nadu

The Tamil Nadu-based TVK party is grappling with proving its majority status after recent election results.

14 Aug 2026

Tamil Nadu Faces Uncertainty Over Government Formation Under T. V. Karthikeyan

Tamil Nadu remains uncertain about forming a government under T. V. Karthikeyan, as political negotiations continue.

14 Aug 2026

MP Government Forms Committee to Study Uniform Civil Code Feasibility

The Madhya Pradesh government has constituted a high‑level committee to examine the feasibility of implementing the Uniform Civil Code across the state.

14 Aug 2026