Politics

Chhattisgarh Governor Signs Bill Introducing Strict Penalties for Illegal Conversions

The Governor of Chhattisgarh has signed a Freedom of Religion Bill that imposes severe penalties on illegal conversions, aiming to curb forced religious changes.

18 Aug 2026

Yogendra Yadav Questions Modern Patriotism in New Column

Yogendra Yadav has published a new column in The Indian Express titled 'What will we sing of now, when we sing of patriotism', where he reflects on the current state of patriotic sentiment in India.

18 Aug 2026

Rajasthan Reshuffles 26 IAS and 53 RAS Officers Ahead of Elections

The Rajasthan government has transferred 26 IAS and 53 RAS officers and appointed 14 trainee IAS as special officers in district election offices before the upcoming elections.

18 Aug 2026

Smriti Irani Returns to Politics, BJP Assigns Her Uttar Pradesh Portfolio

Smriti Irani has re-entered the political arena after a brief hiatus, with the Bharatiya Janata Party designating her as the chief ministerial candidate for Uttar Pradesh.

18 Aug 2026

Indian Immigrant Voices Against Socialist Policies in North Carolina

An Indian-born resident of North Carolina has publicly stated that while socialism shaped his upbringing in India, he does not wish to see similar policies adopted in the U.S. state.

18 Aug 2026

Trump cites India's voter ID system in push for SAVE America Act

Former President Donald Trump has highlighted India's photo‑ID system for voters as a model while advocating for the SAVE America Act, a proposed law that would require photo identification at polling stations across the United States.

18 Aug 2026

Jharkhand Protesters End Hunger Strike, Promise Continued Reform Fight

Three protestors, including Devendra Mahto, have called off their hunger strike in Jharkhand, stating that their struggle for reform will continue.

18 Aug 2026

Punjab Health Scheme Row Escalates After Elderly Men’s Bhangra Sparks Controversy

A controversy over Punjab's health scheme has intensified after a group of elderly men performed bhangra, drawing political criticism.

18 Aug 2026

Jharkhand Protesters End Hunger Strike, Promise Continued Reform Fight

Three protest leaders, including Devendra Mahto, have called off their hunger strike in Jharkhand, stating that the fight for reforms will persist.

18 Aug 2026

Viksit Bharat G RAM G Act Enters Force Nationwide

The Viksit Bharat G RAM G Act has been enacted across India, coming into force nationwide today.

18 Aug 2026

Andhra Pradesh Minister Confirms No LPG Shortage

Andhra Pradesh’s LPG supply remains stable, Minister N. Manohar assured on News On AIR, dispelling concerns of a shortage.

18 Aug 2026

Supreme Court Orders Karnataka to Release Water to Tamil Nadu as per CWMA Directions

The Supreme Court has directed Karnataka to comply with Central Water Management Authority (CWMA) directives for releasing water to Tamil Nadu, reinforcing the legal framework governing inter-state water sharing.

18 Aug 2026