Politics

Delhi imposes dry days on Oct 9-10 as Election Commission protests continue

Delhi will remain a dry city on October 9 and 10 as the Election Commission’s protest against the government’s liquor policy continues, halting alcohol sales across the capital.

09 Oct 2026

CJI calls mass arrests ahead of Jantar Mantar rally an "emergency", 10,000 detained nationwide

Chief Justice of India termed the detention of roughly 10,000 people across the country ahead of a Jantar Mantar gathering as an emergency.

09 Oct 2026

Court directs police to register FIR against Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan in bribery case

A court has directed police to register an FIR against Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in connection with a bribery case.

09 Oct 2026

ਪੰਜਾਬ ਨੂੰ ਪੱਕਾ DGP ਮਿਲਿਆ, ਗੌਰਵ ਯਾਦਵ ਨਿਯੁਕਤ

ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨੇ ਗੌਰਵ ਯਾਦਵ ਨੂੰ ਰਾਜ ਦੀ ਪੱਧਰਤਮ ਪੁਲਿਸ ਅਧਿਕਾਰੀ (DGP) olarak ਨਿਯੁਕਤ ਕੀਤਾ ਹੈ। ਇਹ ਨਿਯੁਕਤੀ ਡੀਜੀਪੀ ਪਦ ਦੀ ਅਨਿਸ਼ਚਿਤਤਾ ਨੂੰ ਖਤਮ ਕਰਦੀ ਹੈ।

09 Oct 2026

Bypoll Results Declared Today for Five Assembly Seats and One Assam Lok Sabha Seat

The Election Commission is announcing the bypoll results today for five assembly constituencies and one Lok Sabha seat in Assam. Counting of votes is underway and outcomes are expected shortly.

09 Oct 2026

BJP-Akali Dal Alliance Talk Gains Momentum Ahead of 2027 Punjab Polls

Speculation about a possible alliance between the BJP and the Shiromani Akali Dal is increasing as parties look ahead to the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. Political observers note growing discussions between the two sides.

09 Oct 2026

BJP's Debashish Sharma leads Nagaon bypoll by 3,859 votes after first round

In the Nagaon bypoll, BJP candidate Debashish Sharma is leading by 3,859 votes after the first round of counting. AIUDF and Congress candidates are trailing behind.

09 Oct 2026

Vote Counting Starts for Nagaon Lok Sabha By‑poll in Assam

Counting of votes has begun for the Nagaon Lok Sabha seat following the Assam by‑poll. Election officials oversee the process at designated counting centres.

09 Oct 2026

Jharkhand High Court Orders Six‑Month Limit for Corruption Probes Against State Officials

The court directed that all inquiries into alleged corruption by state government officials must be concluded within six months. The move aims to ensure timely accountability and prevent protracted investigations.

09 Oct 2026

Kerala Minister Announces Improved Facilities for Sabarimala Pilgrims

A minister from the Kerala government announced that amenities for devotees visiting the Sabarimala temple will be upgraded. The announcement aims to improve the pilgrimage experience.

09 Oct 2026

Congress Blocks Highway in Rajkanika During Odisha Statewide Bandh

Congress activists blocked a major highway in Rajkanika as part of a statewide bandh called by the party across Odisha. The blockade disrupted traffic during the protest.

09 Oct 2026

Gaurav Yadav Appointed Regular DGP of Punjab After UPSC Recommendation

The Punjab government has issued a notification appointing Gaurav Yadav as the regular Director General of Police (DGP) of the state. The appointment follows the recommendation sent by the Union Public Service Commission.

09 Oct 2026