Politics

Jhunjhunu Local Body Elections Rescheduled to Sept 9 and 11 Amid Bhadvii Amavasya

The Rajasthan election commission has shifted the first and second phases of Jhunjhunu district’s local body polls to September 9 and September 11 to accommodate Bhadvii Amavasya religious observances.

22 Aug 2026

GFP petitions Speaker for dedicated discussion on three key issues

The Gujarat Forward Party has written to the Lok Sabha speaker, requesting a slot for a substantive debate on three matters.

22 Aug 2026

Census Likely Delayed in Manipur, Raising NRC Readiness Concerns

The scheduled census in Manipur may be postponed, prompting questions about the state's preparedness for a potential National Register of Citizens (NRC).

22 Aug 2026

UDP urges government to free student leaders after Shillong violence

The United Democratic Party has called on the Meghalaya government to release student body leaders detained following recent violence in Shillong.

22 Aug 2026

Uttarakhand Positioned as Leading State on Growth, Investment and Governance, Says CM

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said Uttarakhand is emerging as a leading state thanks to its emphasis on economic growth, investment attraction and good governance.

22 Aug 2026

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami explains why state adopted Uniform Civil Code

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami outlined the reasons behind Uttarakhand's decision to implement the Uniform Civil Code, citing social harmony and legal uniformity.

22 Aug 2026

Uttarakhand CM Dhami unveils plan for UCC rollout and new expressways

Chief Minister Pushkar Dhami presented Uttarakhand's development blueprint, highlighting the introduction of a Unified Credit Card system and the construction of several new expressways.

22 Aug 2026

BJP adopts resolution denouncing Congress over Vande Mataram, launches national campaign

The BJP parliamentary board approved a resolution condemning the Congress party’s stance on the Vande Mataram issue and announced a country‑wide outreach to rally support.

22 Aug 2026

Assam Cab Drivers Block Meghalaya‑Bound Traffic, Ministers to Negotiate End of Standoff

Cab operators in Assam have halted vehicles heading to Meghalaya, prompting state ministers to schedule talks aimed at resolving the dispute.

22 Aug 2026

PM Narendra Modi addresses Economic Times World Leaders Forum 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his keynote speech at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum 2026, outlining India’s growth agenda and global partnerships.

22 Aug 2026

Senior Advocate Pawan Kumar Mutneja Named Haryana's New Advocate General

Senior Advocate Pawan Kumar Mutneja has been appointed as the Advocate General of Haryana, succeeding the previous office‑holder.

22 Aug 2026

Assam Congress MLA Rekibuddin Ahmed says Assam and Meghalaya cannot operate in isolation

Congress MLA Rekibuddin Ahmed stressed that Assam and Meghalaya must work together, as neither can function independently.

22 Aug 2026