Kejriwal Holds Talks with Punjab Ministers in Delhi
AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal met three Punjab ministers in New Delhi to discuss state developments and government schemes, with speculation about dera outreach and cabinet reshuffle.
Category : State Politics
Uttarkashi Residents Urge PWD to Stop Blasting Over House Risks
Residents in Bhatwadi, Uttarkashi, have called on the Public Works Department to cease blasting during tehsil building construction, warning of threats to nearby homes and demanding safer alternatives.
Ex-Punjab DGP Criticizes Congress 'Corridor Politics' in Punjab
Former Punjab DGP Mohammed Mustafa criticizes internal manipulation in Punjab Congress, alleging 'politics of the corridor' is strangling genuine 'politics of the field' through back-channel deals and organizational interference.
SAD Pledges to Stop Punjab Water to Rajasthan, End Gangster Culture
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal announced plans to divert Punjab's water from Rajasthan to local fields, restart the Rahat tax scheme, and combat drugs and gangsters if elected.
Navjot Kaur Sidhu's Anti-Congress Rant Fuels BJP Return Talk
Navjot Kaur Sidhu's scathing social media attack on Congress leadership intensifies speculation about her imminent return to the BJP fold, with analysts noting her strategic image reinvention.
Congress Leader Slams On-Stage Scuffle at UDF Yatra in Kerala
Senior Congress leader Mullappally Ramachandran stated that the public scuffle during the Puthu Yuga Yatra reception at Kuttiady should have been avoided, criticizing MP Shafi Parambil's reaction.
Odisha Discoms Collect Rs 500 Crore+ in Penalties
Power distribution companies in Odisha have amassed over Rs 500 crore in penalties from consumers for violations like delayed payments and meter tampering, as revealed in the state assembly.
Congress Expels Two Senior Bihar Leaders for Criticizing Party
The Congress party has expelled former MLA Chhatrapati Yadav and former research wing chairman Anand Madhav for six years for allegedly undermining party discipline and dignity after they criticized leadership over poor election results.
Odisha Assembly Adjourned Over Paddy Procurement Protests
The Odisha Assembly faced severe disruptions as BJD and Congress MLAs protested alleged paddy procurement mismanagement, forcing multiple adjournments. Opposition parties accused the BJP government of being anti-farmer.
Sunetra Pawar to Become NCP President on February 26
Maharashtra Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar will take over as the Nationalist Congress Party's national president on February 26, as announced by senior leader Praful Patel. This leadership transition follows the tragic death of her husband, former Deputy CM Ajit
Assam Congress Crisis: Gogoi vs Borah War of Words Escalates
Assam PCC chief Gaurav Gogoi claims defectors like Bhupen Borah become irrelevant in BJP, calling it 'old Congress.' Borah fires back, questioning Gogoi's authority as political rift deepens ahead of elections.
Assam Congress Walkout Over MLA Defections to Raijor Dal
Opposition Congress staged a dramatic walkout in the Assam assembly, questioning Speaker Biswajit Daimary's impartiality after two MLAs defected to Akhil Gogoi's Raijor Dal ahead of polls.
RJD MLAs Demand 85% Reservation, Spark Bihar Assembly Uproar
RJD MLAs created chaos in Bihar's legislative assembly, demanding reservation be raised to 85%. The Speaker rejected their motion, leading to protests. Other issues like migrant worker body transport and road construction were also debated.
Bihar Minister: No Farmer Denied Benefits Over Registry
Bihar Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav announced that no farmer will be excluded from government schemes due to lack of Farmer Registry registration. The state has issued 45 lakh farmer IDs under AgriStack and plans to establish 54 Bazar Samitis by 2
Bihar Prohibition Law Review Demanded by NDA Allies
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar faces mounting pressure from NDA allies to review the state's decade-old total prohibition law, citing revenue losses and enforcement flaws. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi and RLM legislators argue the ban disproportiona
JMM Accuses Congress, BJP of MCC Violations in Ranchi
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha has filed a complaint with the State Election Commission, alleging that Congress and BJP-backed mayoral candidates are flouting the model code of conduct in Ranchi Municipal Corporation elections.
J&K Tourism Revival After Pahalgam Terror Attack
Jammu and Kashmir's tourism sector is rebounding with improved footfalls following government measures after the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, though numbers remain below 2024 levels.
JMM Accuses Congress, BJP of MCC Violations in Ranchi Polls
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha has accused ally Congress and BJP of flouting model code of conduct in Ranchi Municipal Corporation elections, urging state election commission to act on violations.
Meghalaya Budget Session Heated Over ILP Demand
The Meghalaya budget session witnessed intense debate as opposition demanded clarity on Inner Line Permit implementation, leading to verbal clashes and a brief adjournment.
AAP MLA: SGPC, Akali Dal Revelations 'Deeply Disturbing'
AAP MLA Inderbir Singh Nijjar says former Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh's revelations about SGPC and SAD internal functioning are deeply disturbing, alleging land sales and contract fraud.
Congress, BJP Seek Special Security for Medininagar Civic Polls
Two mayoral aspirants in Medininagar, backed by Congress and BJP, have formally requested enhanced security measures, including CRPF deployment and CCTV coverage, for sensitive polling stations ahead of the February 23 municipal corporation elections.
Shillong Panel Suggests Creamy Layer in Reservation Policy
An expert committee in Shillong has recommended examining the creamy layer principle for Meghalaya's reservation policy to target the most disadvantaged, while retaining the 1972 framework after consultations.
Bihar Minister Threatens to Stop Rural Roads in Opposition MLAs' Areas
Rural Works Minister Ashok Choudhary triggered a political storm in the Bihar Assembly by announcing no rural roads would be built in constituencies of MLAs who moved a cut motion against his department's budget.
Mizoram Govt Loses Rs 128 Crore in Ginger Procurement
Mizoram's agriculture minister disclosed a Rs 128.38 crore loss in ginger procurement for 2025, citing high purchase costs and low sales revenue, with no funds lost to malpractice.
Bihar Builds 1.19 Lakh KM Rural Roads, 2,884 Bridges in 20 Years
Rural Works Minister Ashok Choudhary reports massive infrastructure growth in Bihar, with 1.19 lakh km of rural roads and 2,884 bridges constructed since 2005. The 2026-27 budget focuses on further expansion and connectivity to smaller habitations.
Assam: 1.7 Lakh Illegal Foreigners Detected, 31,000 Deported
Assam government reveals over 1.70 lakh illegal foreigners detected and about 31,000 deported since the Assam Accord. Minister Atul Bora details border security measures and Clause 6 implementation progress.
AAP Sarpanch Killed at Wedding in Tarn Taran, Cousin Hurt
An Aam Aadmi Party sarpanch was fatally shot during a wedding ceremony in Tarn Taran, Punjab. His cousin was injured while chasing the assailants. Police suspect old enmity as the motive.
Ranchi Ward 41 Voters Doubtful as Election Nears
Residents of Ranchi Municipal Corporation Ward 41 express skepticism toward election promises as they face chronic issues like water shortages, poor drainage, and lack of parks ahead of the February 23 vote.
BMC Revenue Hit by Holding Tax Dispute with Central Bodies
A long-standing dispute over holding tax between Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation and 55 central institutions has resulted in significant revenue losses for the civic body, with many entities refusing to pay even a reduced service charge.
Sisodia Meets Punjab CM Mann in Hospital, Says He's Improving
AAP leader Manish Sisodia visited Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann at a private hospital in Mohali to check on his health. Sisodia reported Mann is feeling better and may be discharged soon, while avoiding questions on farmers' protests and cabinet res
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