Politics
Cabinet greenlights Jammu & Kashmir High Court bench in Ladakh
The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of a Jammu and Kashmir High Court bench in Ladakh, extending the region's judicial infrastructure.
20 Aug 2026
Rahul Gandhi vows to keep ‘build India of your dreams’ resolve on Rajiv Gandhi’s birthday
On Rajiv Gandhi’s birth anniversary, Rahul Gandhi said his commitment to ‘build India of your dreams’ remains his guiding principle.
20 Aug 2026
Nagaland CM Rio Leads Wreath-Laying for Late Peace Advocate Niketu Iralu in Sechü Zubza
A wreath‑laying ceremony was held in Sechü Zubza, Nagaland, to honour peace activist Niketu Iralu, with Chief Minister Rio describing his death as a deep loss.
20 Aug 2026
Sirohi orders fuel reserves, weapon surrender before 2026 local elections
The Rajasthan administration has ordered petrol pumps in Sirohi to keep 1,000 litres of petrol and 2,000 litres of diesel in reserve and to collect licensed firearms from owners before the 2026 municipal and panchayat elections.
20 Aug 2026
ભાવનગર લઠ્ઠાકાંડઃ AAP નેતાઓએ શોકગ્રસ્ત પરિવારોની મુલાકાત લીધી
20 Aug 2026ભાવનગર લઠ્ઠાકાંડમાં 9 લોકોના મોત મામલે ડો. કાયનાત અંસારીની પ્રતિક્રિયા,
ભાવનગર લઠ્ઠાકાંડમાં 9 લોકોના મોતની ઘટનાને લઈને ડો. કાયનાત અંસારીએ ગૃહમંત્રી હર્ષ સંઘવીના રાજીનામાની માંગ કરી છે.
20 Aug 2026
Assam, Meghalaya Chief Ministers Urge Unity as Shillong Violence Sparks Border Tension
Violent clashes in Shillong have heightened border tensions between Assam and Meghalaya, prompting both chief ministers to call for cooperation.
20 Aug 2026
Congress Leaders Protest at Election Commission Office Over SIR Irregularities
Congress leaders staged a protest at the Election Commission of India’s office, alleging irregularities in the SIR process.
20 Aug 2026
‘Modi Chalisa’ performance at Press Club of India triggers controversy
A rendition of a ‘Modi Chalisa’ at the Press Club of India sparked criticism, prompting officials to issue a clarification on the event.
20 Aug 2026
Women Lead 12 of Chhattisgarh’s 33 Districts as Collectors
Women serve as district collectors in 12 of Chhattisgarh’s 33 districts, highlighting growing gender representation in senior administration.
20 Aug 2026
Rajasthan Chief Secretary V. Srinivas Granted Six-Month Extension till Feb 2027
The central government has approved the Rajasthan government's request to extend Chief Secretary V. Srinivas's tenure by six months, keeping him in office until 28 February 2027.
20 Aug 2026
Hasina’s firm grip steers Bangladesh’s India policy as Tarique Rahman balances pro‑ and anti‑India stance
Bangladesh’s foreign policy towards India remains under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s strong influence, while opposition leader Tarique Rahman walks a tightrope between supporting and opposing New Delhi.
20 Aug 2026