Politics

BJP Names Vasundhara Raje and Ram Madhav as New Vice Presidents

The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced a new slate of Vice Presidents, with former Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje and former BJP spokesperson Ram Madhav among the appointees.

18 Aug 2026

BJP Opposes Proposed Surge in Sikkim Tourist Permit Fees

The Bharatiya Janata Party has publicly opposed the state government’s plan to sharply increase tourist permit fees in Sikkim. The party argues the hike could deter visitors and hurt the local economy.

18 Aug 2026

BJP Unveils New Team with 8 UP Faces, Two Muslims, and Three Women in Key Roles

The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced a new leadership team featuring eight prominent Uttar Pradesh figures, including two Muslim leaders and three women in pivotal positions. Harish Dwivedi and Basit Ahmed are among the key appointees.

18 Aug 2026

Mizoram's Future: Gov Highlights Rail Line & Kaladan Project as Transformative

The governor of Mizoram said that the Bairabi‑Sairang rail line and the Kaladan project could transform the state, boosting connectivity and economic growth.

18 Aug 2026

Mizoram Assembly to Discuss Official State Song Resolution on Aug 25

The Mizoram Legislative Assembly will consider a resolution to adopt an official state song on August 25, marking a step toward formalizing the state’s cultural identity.

18 Aug 2026

12 SP-Rank Officers Transferred from Mohali in Major Police Reshuffle

Punjab Police announced a major reshuffle, transferring 12 officers of SP rank from Mohali to other districts as part of an effort to strengthen law‑enforcement operations.

18 Aug 2026

Critic Mohammad Ashraf Mir Accuses J&K Elected Government of Governance Failure

Mohammad Ashraf Mir has publicly condemned the elected government in Jammu & Kashmir for its failure to deliver effective governance.

18 Aug 2026

Tanvir Sadiq Calls on BJP to Address Statehood, Reservations and Governance

Kashmir activist Tanvir Sadiq has urged the Bharatiya Janata Party to clarify its stance on the statehood of Kashmir, reservation policies and governance reforms.

18 Aug 2026

Congress Agents Resign in Bulk as Kharge Arrives in Goa

During Congress president Rahul Kharge’s visit to Goa, 100 local booth-level agents submitted resignations, signalling internal challenges within the party.

18 Aug 2026

Goa BJP Calls for Congress Apology Over Vande Mataram Row

The Goa unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party has publicly criticized the Congress party over a Vande Mataram controversy, demanding an apology.

18 Aug 2026

Congress Rally in Goa Features Rahul Kharge, Sings Only First Two Stanzas of Vande Mataram

At a Congress rally in Goa, party leader Rahul Kharge took the stage while the party performed the first two stanzas of the national anthem Vande Mataram.

18 Aug 2026

Biplab Kumar Deb Named BJP National General Secretary

Former Tripura Chief Minister and current Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb has been appointed as a National General Secretary of the Bharatiya Janata Party.

18 Aug 2026