Politics
India Sets New Electoral Standards as World's Largest Democracy
India's electoral system, the largest in the world, is being hailed as a benchmark for future democracies.
12 Oct 2026
TDP, Allies Target 40% of Local Body Tickets for BCs in Andhra Pradesh
In the upcoming Andhra Pradesh local body elections, the Telugu Desam Party and its allies have pledged to allocate 40% of candidate tickets to Backward Classes, according to statements from chief ministers.
12 Oct 2026
Congress leaders walk out as Vande Mataram row hits Shivamogga Dasara
During the Dasara celebrations in Shivamogga, a dispute over the Vande Mataram song led Congress legislators to leave the event, intensifying the political debate in Karnataka.
12 Oct 2026
BJP Unveils First-Ever Manifesto for Rajasthan Panchayat Elections
The Bharatiya Janata Party has released its inaugural manifesto outlining promises and policies for the upcoming Rajasthan Panchayat elections.
12 Oct 2026
Delhi protests demand resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
Protesters in Delhi gathered on multiple platforms demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, though the demonstrations lacked a unified leadership.
12 Oct 2026
Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Committee files police complaint against Kejriwal over Bangla Sahib video
The Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Management Committee lodged a police complaint accusing Arvind Kejriwal and AAP leaders of spreading a misleading video and causing unrest at Bangla Sahib Gurudwara.
12 Oct 2026
Delhi Protests Persist Amid Police Deployment and Crowd Restrictions
Protests in Delhi continue despite a heavy police presence and restrictions on public gatherings. Police chased and detained demonstrators, while shoppers cautiously returned to Connaught Place.
12 Oct 2026
Pargat Singh Takes Charge of Punjab Congress Unit, Says Party is United
Pargat Singh has been formally appointed as the in‑charge of the Punjab unit of the Indian National Congress, with AICC General Secretary Sachin Pilot handing over the responsibilities. Singh emphasized the party’s unity.
12 Oct 2026
Three of 19 SIR Tribunals Vacant as ECI Awaits Calcutta HC Appointments
Three of the nineteen State Information Review tribunals are currently unfilled, and the Election Commission of India is waiting for the Calcutta High Court to submit the names of appointed members.
12 Oct 2026
Supreme Court to Hear Pleas Against Delhi Police Crackdown on CJP Protesters
The Supreme Court has opened hearings on petitions challenging the Delhi Police's crackdown on protests by the Centre for Justice and Peace (CJP).
12 Oct 2026
Thousands Detained as India Cracks Down on Protests Over Electoral Roll Manipulation
Security forces have detained thousands of demonstrators across India following large‑scale protests against alleged manipulation of the electoral roll, while activists and journalists face criminal charges.
12 Oct 2026
Mamata Banerjee's AITC accuses BJP of intimidation after MLA assault
The Trinamool Congress, led by West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, condemned the Bharatiya Janata Party for allegedly resorting to intimidation after a party MLA was attacked.
12 Oct 2026