Amid speculation of ex-IAS officer Sujata Karthikeyan joining BJD, former MLA Pravat Biswal suggests a Rajya Sabha role, citing her administrative expertise as a key asset for the party's future.
Senior BJD leader Bhupinder Singh warns of a potential party split if discussions on new leadership gain traction, amid buzz about Sujata Kartikeyan Pandian's entry. Read the full story.
Drone footage of 8,000+ candidates for 187 Homeguard posts in Sambalpur goes viral, igniting political row over unemployment in Odisha. BJD attacks BJP, BJP defends recruitment drive.
Opposition BJD demands stronger safety measures after a surge in sexual violence cases in Bhubaneswar. The party submitted a memorandum to police highlighting recent gang rapes.
BJD workers from Hinjili met Naveen Patnaik, citing halted pensions, ration issues, and hospital staff shortages. The BJP calls the claims baseless. Read more on the political row.
A gathering of over 50 politicians, mostly former BJD MLAs, at a Bhubaneswar farmhouse triggers speculation about new political alignments in Odisha. Key figures dismiss political motives.
Facing strong public disapproval, Odisha's BJD and BJP MLAs urge CM Majhi to roll back the 200% salary hike passed just 10 days ago. Get the full story on this political U-turn.
A 40-hour intensive mediation programme for 30 advocate-mediators commenced in Nuapada, Odisha. Led by DLSA, it aims to strengthen alternative dispute resolution. Read more.
Odisha Assembly proceedings disrupted as BJD, Congress MLAs stage silent protest after BJP MLA Santosh Khatua's controversial remarks on Mahatma Gandhi. Speaker expunges comments.
BJP MLA Santosh Khatua's controversial remarks on Mahatma Gandhi in the Odisha Assembly triggered a silent protest by BJD and Congress MLAs, disrupting proceedings. Read the full story.
Counting of votes for the crucial Delhi MCD bypolls 2025 begins today. A voter turnout of 38.51% was recorded. Follow for live updates and results.
Cyber police register case against BJD's Manmath Routray for derogatory comments against PM Modi and CM Mohan Majhi during Nuapada by-election. Legal battle ensues.
President Droupadi Murmu made an emotional visit to Room No. 11 at Odisha Legislative Assembly, her former office as minister. She reunited with colleagues and staff, recalling her political journey from tribal roots to Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Senior BJD leader Debashish Samantaray sends explosive letter to party chief Naveen Patnaik, alleging deviation from core ideology and sidelining of loyalists in the regional party.
Biju Janata Dal alleges electoral manipulation in Nuapada bypoll, will file formal complaint with Election Commission after PAC meeting chaired by Naveen Patnaik.
R Lalthangliana of Mizo National Front sworn in as MLA after winning Dampa bypoll. Veteran politician brings MNF strength to 10 in 40-member assembly. Read full story.
JMM claims Champai Soren committed political suicide after joining BJP as his son suffers second consecutive defeat in Ghatshila bypoll. Analysis of the fallout.
The Congress party's victory in the Jubilee Hills bypoll, powered by BC-Muslim consolidation and caste census momentum, is set to redraw Telangana's political map. Read the full analysis.
Congress faces internal turmoil after poor performance in Tarn Taran bypoll. Party workers demand accountability and organizational changes. Read full analysis.
Odisha's BJD party rejects the Nuapada by-election results, alleging massive rigging by the ruling BJP. The political drama unfolded after the BJD MLA's son joined the BJP. Read the full story.
As Ghatshila bypoll counting begins, BJP and JMM express confidence. With a 74.63% voter turnout, both camps claim victory. Stay updated on the high-stakes political battle.
AAP's Harmeet Singh Sandhu wins Tarn Taran Assembly bypoll with 42,649 votes, defeating SAD's Sukhwinder Kaur. Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal led aggressive campaign strategy.
Neetu Shatranwala, an independent candidate, lost his 13th election in Tarn Taran bypoll with 464 votes. The shutter manufacturer vows to continue fighting for social causes despite repeated defeats.
Punjab government suspends Amritsar Rural SSP Maninder Singh for alleged dereliction of duty against gangsters. Second IPS officer suspension amid election tensions.
BJD faces a deepening crisis as it slips to third place in the Nuapada bypoll with a historic low 18% vote share. Analysis reveals the party's structural decline. Read more.
JMM's Somesh Chandra Soren triumphs over BJP's Babulal Soren in Jharkhand's Ghatsila bypoll, securing 1,04,794 votes. Victory strengthens CM Hemant Soren's position and tribal support base.
AAP's Harmeet Singh Sandhu wins Tarn Taran bypoll by over 12,000 votes. CM Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal credit victory to Punjab's preference for politics of work and development.
BJP's Jay Dholakia wins Nuapada bypoll with a massive margin, boosting CM Mohan Majhi's standing. Congress finishes second, pushing BJD to a humiliating third place in a major political shift.
BJP's Jay Dholakia wins Nuapada bypoll with a massive margin, boosting CM Mohan Majhi's standing. The result is a major setback for Naveen Patnaik's BJD, which finished third. Read the full analysis.
Jharkhand residents show intense interest in Bihar assembly poll results due to deep historical and family connections. Read how emotional ties transcend state boundaries.