AAP Calls Village Defence Committees Frontline Warriors in Drug Fight
Aam Aadmi Party praises village defence committees as frontline warriors against drug mafia in Punjab, revealing over 300 arrests in 15 days through their confidential inputs.
Category : State Politics
Sule Supports Zirwal, Questions CM on ACB Raid in Mantralaya
NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule expresses shock over ACB raid in FDA minister Narhari Zirwal's office, demands CM Devendra Fadnavis reveal tip-off source and address corruption concerns.
Maharashtra Transfers Official in Minority Certificate Probe
The Maharashtra government transferred the deputy secretary of the minority development department amid a probe into 75 minority status certificates issued to educational institutes shortly after Ajit Pawar's death.
MP Admits Vet Shortage Worsens Stray Dog Problem in Assembly
The Madhya Pradesh government acknowledged a severe shortage of veterinary doctors is hindering stray dog population control, as the issue sparked heated debate in the Budget session.
Chamiyari Village Struggles for Basic Amenities in Amritsar
Chamiyari village in Amritsar, known for its folklore, faces severe challenges with water supply, roads, and sanitation, highlighting rural infrastructure gaps.
SAD's Sukhbir Badal Launches 2027 Punjab Poll Campaign
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal kickstarted his party's 2027 assembly election campaign in Qadian, promising government jobs exclusively for Punjabis, infrastructure projects, and cultural initiatives including a racecourse for Marwari h
Anil Vij Injured, May Miss Haryana Budget Session
Haryana Transport and Labour Minister Anil Vij suffers fractures in both feet after a fall at his residence, casting doubt on his participation in the upcoming state budget session beginning February 20.
Samastipur Suicide: Man Cites Wife's Death in Video
A 25-year-old man, Avinash Kumar, died by suicide in Samastipur, recording a distressed video beforehand. Family links his death to emotional trauma after his wife's suicide two months ago.
Hooda Accuses Haryana Govt of Law & Order Collapse, Anti-Farmer Deal
Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda criticizes the state government for deteriorating security, industrial flight, and a proposed US trade deal harming farmers, ahead of a key assembly session.
Haryana Youth Congress Protests HPSC Recruitment Corruption in Panchkula
Police used water cannons and barricades to disperse Haryana Youth Congress workers protesting alleged recruitment corruption and neglect of local candidates at the HPSC office in Panchkula.
Trichy Villagers Protest Forest Dept Over Hunting Arrests
Over 100 villagers in Trichy district blocked a road and protested against forest officials who apprehended three individuals for illegal rabbit hunting during Mahasivaratri. The protest ended after authorities released the detainees.
UP CEO Rejects Voter Deletion Claims, Explains Revision Process
Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa dismissed allegations of mass deletions from electoral rolls during Special Intensive Revision, citing investigations and detailed procedures.
UP Assembly Clash Over Dalit Event Permissions Sparks Debate
A heated exchange erupted in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly as SP MLA Sachin Yadav questioned the state government's policy on permissions for religious events and processions related to Dalit ideologues, alleging discrimination.
Cauvery Farmers Criticize TN Agri Budget as 'Rehash'
Farmers' associations in Tamil Nadu's Cauvery delta region express deep disappointment with the state's interim Agriculture Budget, citing lack of fresh relief measures like crop loan waivers, higher procurement prices, and unfulfilled election promises.
SP Leader Slams UP Budget as 'Show-Off', Cites Low Spending
Samajwadi Party MLC Lal Bihari Yadav criticizes the UP Budget 2026-27, calling it a 'show-off' and pointing to low expenditure rates in key departments like social welfare and PWD.
UP CM Yogi Announces Pay Hike for Anganwadi, ASHA Workers
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced a significant increase in honorarium for Anganwadi workers, helpers, ASHA workers, and Shiksha Mitra during his legislative council speech.
UP Minister Suggests Phone System for Legislator Complaints
Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Minister Asim Arun has proposed a dedicated phone mechanism at state and district levels to address complaints from legislators about unanswered calls to government officials.
Congress Wins 7 of 8 Municipal Chairperson Posts in Telangana
The ruling Congress party secured chairperson positions in seven out of eight municipalities in Telangana, with BRS winning one. Elections in three municipalities were deferred due to tension and procedural issues.
Vaiko: DMK Alliance to Win, Defends Welfare Schemes
MDMK leader Vaiko asserts the DMK-led alliance will secure a clear majority in Tamil Nadu, defending CM Stalin's welfare announcements and interim budget against opposition criticism.
NCP Seeks CBI Probe for Ajit Pawar's Air Crash, Meets Maharashtra CM
Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar and NCP leaders met CM Devendra Fadnavis, demanding a CBI investigation into the January 28 air crash that killed Ajit Pawar. The party cited multiple technical concerns requiring central agency expertise.
Gujarat Voter List Declines 13.4% After Revision, Adds New Electors
Gujarat's electoral rolls contracted by 13.4% to 4.4 crore voters after a special intensive revision, with 77 lakh deletions and 9.5 lakh additions. Ahmedabad leads with 49.1 lakh voters.
Mamata Banerjee Escalates Clash with Election Commission Over Suspensions
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee vows to protect seven suspended AEROs, accusing the Election Commission of bias and overreach, while her government files FIRs as ordered.
Odisha Targets Rs 32 Lakh Per Capita Income by 2047
Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati outlines ambitious roadmap to boost Odisha's per capita income from Rs 1.8 lakh to Rs 32 lakh by 2047 through industrialization, skilling, and infrastructure expansion.
Tamil Nadu Agriculture Budget: Paddy Growth & Agroforestry Push
Tamil Nadu's interim agriculture budget highlights a significant increase in paddy cultivation and cropped area, with a new agroforestry policy to promote high-value tree farming.
Congress Demands ECI Transparency on Gujarat Voter Roll Updates
Gujarat Congress chief Amit Chavda calls for booth-wise disclosure of new and cancelled voters in electoral rolls, citing concerns over discrepancies in the special revision process.
DMK's Maran: Kongu Region to Become Party Fortress in Elections
DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran declared that the Kongu region will transform into a DMK stronghold in the upcoming elections, praising Karur MLA V Senthil Balaji's organizational prowess and lauding CM Stalin's welfare schemes.
Ex-Minister Leads Cow Protection March in Jaipur After Calf Incident
Former Congress minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas led a cow protection march in Jaipur's Vidyadhar Nagar, demanding action against those responsible for the alleged beheading of a calf in Ashokpura. He threatened statewide protests if the government fai
Mevani: 20,000 Acres Land for Dalits, OBCs, Tribals Pending
Congress MLA Jignesh Mevani highlights in Gujarat assembly that 20,000 acres of land allotted to Dalits, OBCs, and tribals remains undelivered, citing encroachments and inaction.
Kerala HC Stops LDF's Nava Kerala Survey Over Political Concerns
The Kerala High Court has suspended the LDF government's 'Nava Kerala Citizens Response Programme', a Rs 20 crore survey, ruling it violates constitutional norms and appears politically motivated ahead of the 2026 assembly elections.
Himanta Sarma on Borah's Congress Exit, Demographics, and Politics
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed skepticism about former Assam Congress chief Bhupesh Borah rejoining the party, while addressing demographic issues and political controversies in Varanasi.
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