Politics

Assam Government Announces Drive to Decentralise Governance and Empower Local Bodies

The Assam state administration has unveiled a plan to shift decision‑making power to local institutions, aiming for more responsive governance.

19 Aug 2026

Punjab Congress Leader Charanjit Singh Channi Misses CWC Meeting Amid Growing Rift

Punjab Congress chief ministerial candidate Charanjit Singh Channi did not attend the scheduled Congress Working Committee meeting, highlighting internal discord as the state prepares for assembly elections.

19 Aug 2026

BJP selects Badal leader Manpreet for Punjab strategy, reports India Today

India Today reports that the BJP has chosen a Badal family member, Manpreet, as part of its political strategy in Punjab.

19 Aug 2026

Assam CM inaugurates Integrated Kamrup (Metro) DC Office in Rupnagar

Assam Chief Minister opened the new Integrated Kamrup (Metro) District Collector office in Rupnagar, marking a step towards streamlined administration in the district.

19 Aug 2026

PM Modi flags off Meerut's Regional Rapid Transit System inauguration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) linking Delhi and Meerut on August 19, 2026.

19 Aug 2026

Bihar Cabinet Clears 13 Proposals Including Express‑way, AI Ecosystem and Social Media Policy

Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary gave his assent to 13 cabinet proposals covering an express‑way project, a state AI ecosystem, a new social‑media policy and other administrative reforms.

19 Aug 2026

MP Naveen Vows to Fight MMDR Bill Till His Last Breath

Member of Parliament Naveen declared his unwavering opposition to the MMDR Bill, vowing to fight it until his last breath.

19 Aug 2026

Odisha Approaches Final Electoral Roll Drop – September 21 Countdown

The Election Commission of Odisha is set to release the final version of the state's electoral rolls on September 21, marking the completion of the State Information Report (SIR) process.

19 Aug 2026

Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel on 10‑day leave; replacement rumours surface

Governor Anandiben Patel has begun a ten‑day leave, traveling to Daman, prompting speculation that she may be replaced, officials say.

19 Aug 2026

Udaipur Municipal Corporation mayoral poll on Sep 21, deputy mayor vote on Sep 22

The Udaipur Municipal Corporation will conduct its mayoral election on September 21, followed by the deputy mayor election on September 22, with more than 415,000 registered voters slated to vote.

19 Aug 2026

Odisha Minister Calls for Faster Execution of Urban Development Projects

The state’s urban development minister inspected ongoing projects and urged authorities to accelerate completion.

19 Aug 2026

100 Drivers Arrested in Odisha Protest at Lower PMG

Hundreds of drivers were taken into custody during a protest at Lower PMG in Odisha, authorities said.

19 Aug 2026