Politics
OBC Population Declines 9% in Six Years, Threatening Political Representation
The OBC population has fallen by 9% over the past six years, raising concerns about reduced political representation. The commission faces criticism for allegedly overlooking 100 villages in its data collection.
12 Aug 2026
Karnataka to Hold Statewide Bandh Over Cauvery Row; Schools' Status Uncertain
Karnataka has announced a statewide bandh tomorrow over the Cauvery water‑sharing dispute, but officials have not yet confirmed whether schools will remain open.
12 Aug 2026
Vijay Government Launches Anti-Delimitation Campaign, Asks for Three Demands
The Vijay‑led administration has announced a major anti‑delimitation drive, asserting that the process will disadvantage the southern region. The government has also outlined three specific demands to be addressed before any delimitation work proceeds.
12 Aug 2026
Vijay Proposes Resolution to Keep Lok Sabha Seats at 543, Demands 3 Key Changes
The politician Vijay has tabled a resolution to freeze the Lok Sabha seats at 543, opposing the current delimitation process and outlining three specific demands.
12 Aug 2026
Karnataka Announces August 13 Bandh: Services to Be Disrupted
The Karnataka government has called for a statewide bandh on August 13, warning that many public services will be disrupted. A detailed list of affected services is available for the public.
12 Aug 2026
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Launches State-wide 'Drug-Free' Pledge Drive
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has introduced a mass pledge initiative aimed at making the state drug-free, urging citizens to commit to a drug-free lifestyle.
12 Aug 2026
Rajasthan: BJP, Congress Woo Gen-Z Voters
The BJP and Congress are competing to win over young voters in Rajasthan. The BJP is sending birthday cards to new voters, while the Congress is planning to form a Gen-Z committee.
12 Aug 2026
Fadnavis Leads Massive Tiranga Yatra in Pune Ahead of 2026 Independence Day
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis led a large Tiranga Yatra in Pune as part of the state's preparations for the 71st Independence Day in 2026.
12 Aug 2026
Mayawati Urges Youth to Resist BJP, Congress
Mayawati has urged the youth to resist the BJP and Congress, stating that youth protests are being hijacked. She called upon Gen Z to be cautious of these parties.
12 Aug 2026
Minister Supports Sanitation Workers
Rajasthan Minister Sanjay Sharma sat on a protest in support of sanitation workers in Alwar. He questioned the officials over the appointment of sanitation workers in the municipal corporation.
12 Aug 2026
West Bengal to Enact Anti‑Conversion Law, Aims to Regulate Land Sales
West Bengal lawmakers are poised to introduce an anti‑conversion bill that would also target land sales across different communities.
12 Aug 2026
J&K Govt Issues Fresh Forest Directives
The Jammu and Kashmir government has issued fresh directives on forest rights and encroachment. The move aims to address issues related to forest land in the state.
12 Aug 2026