Politics

Telangana Election Commission redraws Hyderabad voter map, Andhra-origin strongholds see biggest drop

The Telangana State Election Commission has released a revised voter map for Hyderabad, highlighting that constituencies with a historic Andhra-origin voter base recorded the steepest decline in registered electors.

20 Aug 2026

Vijayasai Reddy to Launch New Political Party in Andhra Pradesh

Senior leader Vijayasai Reddy announced his intention to form a new political party in Andhra Pradesh, signalling a fresh entry into the state's political arena.

20 Aug 2026

Legal challenges loom over Andhra Pradesh's move to restore 34% BC quota in local bodies

The Andhra Pradesh government’s decision to reinstate a 34% reservation for Backward Classes in panchayats and municipalities faces petitions in the High Court, creating a legal cloud over its implementation.

20 Aug 2026

Karnataka Bill 2026 Prohibits Multiple Resident Associations in One Apartment Complex

The Karnataka Apartment (Ownership and Management) Bill, 2026, passed by the state legislature, bars the formation of more than one resident welfare association within a single apartment complex.

20 Aug 2026

Karnataka Government Says Ex-MP Prajwal Revanna Did Not Receive VVIP Treatment

The Karnataka administration clarified that former Lok Sabha member Prajwal Revanna was not accorded any VVIP privileges.

20 Aug 2026

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar lauds BJP leader B.C. Nagesh for primary‑education work

Chief Minister DK Shivakumar praised BJP veteran B.C. Nagesh, saying he did excellent work in primary education.

20 Aug 2026

Live Updates: Election Results for MD Sami Khan Constituency Seat on NDTV

NDTV is broadcasting live updates on the counting and results for the MD Sami Khan constituency seat. The coverage follows the ongoing vote tally as the election concludes.

20 Aug 2026

Close aide of Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Reddy says new political party to be launched

A senior aide of Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy announced plans to form a new political party, citing a focus on serving the public. The move could reshape the state's political landscape.

20 Aug 2026

Karnataka CM Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah Discuss District Presidents with Venugopal

Chief Minister K. Shivakumar and senior leader Siddaramaiah met with party functionary Venugopal to deliberate on the appointment of district presidents in Karnataka, sources said.

20 Aug 2026

Karnataka to Cancel Land Grants Issued in Violation of Conditions

The Karnataka government announced that all land allocations found to have breached stipulated conditions will be revoked.

20 Aug 2026

Model Code of Conduct Enforced Ahead of Civic Polls May Halt Free Power, Pensions and Affect Recruitments

The Election Commission has activated the Model Code of Conduct for upcoming civic elections, signalling possible suspension of free electricity and pension schemes and a pause in certain government recruitment drives.

20 Aug 2026

Sikkim's CAP Calls for Vigilance Probe into Rs 27‑crore Tourism Revenue Loss

The Chief Minister's Advisory Panel in Sikkim has asked the state vigilance department to investigate an alleged loss of Rs 27 crore from tourism revenues.

20 Aug 2026