Politics

AP Govt. and Doctors Clash Over Stipend, No Resolution in Sight

In Andhra Pradesh, the state government and a group of striking doctors remain at an impasse over the payment of stipends, with neither side willing to compromise.

19 Aug 2026

Former YSRCP Leader Vijayasai Reddy Launches New Party in Andhra Pradesh

A year after leaving the YSR Congress Party, Vijayasai Reddy announced the formation of his own political outfit in Andhra Pradesh.

19 Aug 2026

Andhra Pradesh Assembly Passes Bill to Restore Direct Election of Mayors

The Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly has approved a bill that reinstates direct elections for mayors and chairpersons of urban local bodies.

19 Aug 2026

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann slams Centre over Satinder Jain's arrest

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann accused the central government of misusing investigative agencies after senior leader Satinder Jain was arrested.

19 Aug 2026

Former BJP Minister B.C. Nagesh Dies

Former BJP minister B.C. Nagesh has died, The Hindu reports.

19 Aug 2026

BJP Holds Karnataka Assembly in Stand‑Off Over Minister B Nagendra's Removal

The BJP in Karnataka has stalled the state assembly, demanding the removal of minister B Nagendra, sparking a political standoff.

19 Aug 2026

Tamil Nadu CM Announces Cars and Assistants for All MLAs

In a move aimed at boosting constituency outreach, Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister announced that every Member of Legislative Assembly will receive a vehicle and a dedicated assistant.

19 Aug 2026

Punjab Commission Seeks Confirmation on Independence Day 2026 School Instructions

A commission has asked the Punjab government to verify whether directives related to Independence Day 2026 reached all government schools and to detail monitoring arrangements.

19 Aug 2026

Karnataka Minister Nagendra Refuses to Resign, Blames Central Agencies Conspiracy

Minister Nagendra announced he will not quit his post, alleging a conspiracy by central investigative agencies.

19 Aug 2026

G. Ram G Aims to Upset BJP in Rajasthan Rural Polls Amid MGNREGA Concerns

In the upcoming Rajasthan rural elections, candidate G. Ram G is positioned to challenge the BJP's dominance, with the MGNREGA program influencing voter sentiment.

19 Aug 2026

Ministerial Row Sparks Removal of RAS Officer and Transfer of 21 Officers During Model Code

A dispute involving a state minister led to the dismissal of a Rashtriya Administrative Service officer, with 21 other RAS officers transferred as the model code of conduct came into force.

19 Aug 2026

CM Vijay Hinted as 2029 Prime Minister Candidate as TVK Ministers Mark 100‑Day Success

Speculation is swirling that Chief Minister Vijay could be the ruling party's prime ministerial pick for 2029, with TVK ministers using the government's first 100 days to promote his candidacy.

19 Aug 2026