Congress Turmoil in Jagtial Municipality After Fractured Verdict
Congress emerges as single largest party in Jagtial municipal council but falls short of majority, with independents linked to party leaders creating political uncertainty.
Category : State Politics
Mayoral Aspirants Face Defeat in Telangana Municipal Polls
Several candidates aspiring for mayor and chairperson posts in Telangana municipalities faced election defeats despite significant financial investments and party backing. Key contenders from Congress and other parties lost in Nizamabad, Armoor, and Mahab
Misl Satluj Campaign on Punjab Issues Launches Feb 17
Misl Satluj announces a major campaign starting February 17 to tackle Punjab's pressing issues like drug abuse, unemployment, and farmer distress through public engagement.
Mohali Honors Pulwama Martyrs in Candle March
Residents of Mohali gathered for a candlelight march to honor the 40 CRPF personnel martyred in the 2019 Pulwama attack, expressing solidarity and remembrance.
Panchkula MC Chief's Surprise Inspection in Kalka
Panchkula Municipal Corporation Commissioner conducted a surprise inspection in Kalka, focusing on sanitation, water supply, and infrastructure issues.
Haryana CM Lures Global Firms with Transparent Policies
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini emphasizes transparent policies and focused governance to attract global companies, boosting the state's industrial growth and investment prospects.
Mamata's Valentine Post with Tagore Poem Sparks Debate
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee posted a Valentine's Day message on X quoting Rabindranath Tagore's 'Ananta Prem,' emphasizing love transcending barriers. The post garnered 358,000 views in two hours and drew mixed political reactions.
Kerala CM Pushes for RRTS System on Thiruvananthapuram-Kasargod Route
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has formally requested the Union government to establish a Regional Rapid Transit System along the Thiruvananthapuram-Kasargod corridor, modeled after the successful Delhi-Meerut RRTS project.
Kolkata Designer Claims Extortion, Assault by INTTUC Member
An interior designer in Kolkata's Baranagar alleges he was dragged from his home and beaten at a club after refusing to pay Rs 1 lakh protection money, sparking a political row between BJP and Trinamool.
Bengal's Swanirbhar Bangla Scheme: Registration Feb 15-26
West Bengal Chief Secretary Nandini Chakravorty chaired a meeting to implement the Swanirbhar Bangla scheme, offering youth stipends, women's aid, and farmer benefits. Registration runs from February 15 to 26.
AMMK's Dhinakaran Predicts DMK's Defeat in Elections
AMMK general secretary T T V Dhinakaran asserts the DMK government will lose the upcoming election, criticizing cash schemes and highlighting issues like unemployment and law and order.
DMK Defends Rs 5,000 Women's Payout Amid BJP Legal Challenge
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin asserts the Rs 5,000 advance payout to women is not election-driven, as BJP files Supreme Court case to block the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme.
TNCC Leaders Detained in Chennai Over MGNREGA Name Change Protest
Tamil Nadu Congress Committee functionaries, led by state president K Selvaperunthagai, were detained by police in Chennai while attempting to gherao Lok Bhavan. They protested the BJP government's decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Empl
Mini Airport & Agri-Conclave for Burhanpur Announced by CM
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announced a mini airport in Burhanpur, an agriculture-based industry conclave, and approved 80 projects worth Rs 696 crore to boost regional connectivity and empower farmers.
AIADMK's Palaniswami Campaigns in Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami will campaign across eight assembly constituencies in Tiruvallur and Chengalpattu districts from February 21 to 26 as part of his state-wide 'Makkalai Kappom, Thamizhagathai Meetpom' programme.
MLA Announces Land, Relief for Wild Boar Attack Victim's Family
P S Supal, MLA, has announced land under the 'Landless Punalur' project, Rs 10 lakh immediate relief, and employment assistance for the family of Raghunathan Pillai, killed in a wild boar attack in Karavoor.
TN Govt's 6,500 Cr 'Surgical Strike' for Women Beneficiaries
In a swift move, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin credited 5,000 each to 1.31 crore women's accounts, totaling 6,500 crore, early Friday morning, stunning the opposition.
TN Leaders Slam BJP Chief Over Remarks on Actor Vijay
Senior politicians across party lines in Tamil Nadu have strongly criticized BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran for his controversial remarks linking TVK president Vijay with an actor, calling for more civilised political discourse.
Kerala Govt Sanctions Rs 6.18 Crore for HMT Junction Renovation
Kerala's Industries Minister P Rajeeve announced a Rs 6.18 crore KIIFB allocation for renovating HMT Junction in Kalamassery to ease traffic bottlenecks. Additional projects include an autism centre and IIM Kozhikode off-campus centre.
Ahmedabad Man Dies in Tragic Road Accident on Vatva GIDC Road
A 24-year-old man from Gandhinagar died on the spot after his speeding sedan lost control and hit a tree on Vatva GIDC Road in Ahmedabad. Police report no case registered as the father refused to file a complaint.
Goa Movement Submits Draft Bill to Protect Farmland
The 'Enough is Enough' movement in Goa has submitted a draft Agricultural Land Protection Bill to political parties, aiming to curb land use and construction outside settlement zones and amend key laws to safeguard agricultural land.
Political Banners Mar Amritsar's Signage System
Amritsar's newly installed digital signage system is being marred by unauthorized political banners, causing visual clutter and safety concerns among residents and officials.
Congress MP Demands 40 Seats from DMK in Tamil Nadu
Congress MP Manickam Tagore demands 40 seats lost by DMK in 2021 assembly election, asserting power-sharing rights amid DMK's stance on contesting 170 seats alone.
Malegaon Row: Tipu Sultan Portrait Sparks Political Clash
A portrait of Tipu Sultan displayed in Malegaon's deputy mayor's office triggered a political controversy, leading to its removal and a war of words between Congress and BJP leaders over historical comparisons.
Pilibhit Accountant Suspended in Rs 1 Crore Treasury Scam
A Class IV employee at Janata Inter College in Bisalpur has been suspended for allegedly siphoning over Rs 1 crore from the district treasury to his wife's account through 98 suspicious transactions.
Chennai Residents Slam Freebies, Demand Basic Amenities Focus
Tamil Nadu's AORWA criticizes political parties for prioritizing cash-transfer schemes over unresolved issues like water supply and pollution in Chennai ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
Vijayawada Neglected in State Budget, No Civic Funds
Vijayawada residents express disappointment as the state budget fails to allocate funds for critical infrastructure projects like Budameru flood management and suburban development.
Congress Protests in Dehradun Over Murders, Questions Police Role
Congress members staged a protest at Dehradun's police headquarters, demanding immediate steps to curb recent murders and questioning police effectiveness, as incidents occurred near senior officers' offices.
Bihar Deputy CM Announces Agricultural & Infrastructure Push in East Champaran
Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary outlined Bihar's vision to become a leading agricultural state, announcing airport expansions and sugar mill revivals while emphasizing farmer welfare.
Bihar Fancy Number Plates Earn Rs 6 Crore, Patna Tops Demand
Bihar's transport department generated nearly Rs 6 crore from e-auctions of VIP vehicle registration numbers in two months, with Patna spending Rs 2.46 crore. The system categorizes numbers, with top picks like 0001 priced at Rs 1 lakh.
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