BJP Deputy CM Predicts Landslide Win in 2027 UP Polls
BJP Deputy Chief Minister Brijesh Pathak asserts the party will secure an absolute majority in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections, criticizing opposition tactics as ineffective.
Category : State Politics
BJP Chief Calls Congress Municipal Wins 'Inflated', Cites AIMIM Alliance
Telangana BJP chief N Ramchander Rao dismissed Congress's municipal election victories as inflated, alleging AIMIM support and misuse of power while highlighting BJP's vote share growth.
Maurya: Budgets Inspire Youth, UP Attracts Global Investors
Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya states Union and state budgets energize youth to become job creators. He notes improved law and order and infrastructure are drawing global investment to Uttar Pradesh.
Nikshith Podila Wins Ward Election, Father Loses in Nalgonda
In a bittersweet electoral outcome, 22-year-old Nikshith Podila won as ward member in Hyderabad, while his father Venkanna lost in Miryalaguda municipality. Both contested as independents after Congress denied tickets.
Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP of Fostering New Mafias in UP
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticizes BJP government for creating 'new mafias' and failing infrastructure in Kanpur, promising development if SP returns to power.
Jaipur Heritage Controversy Over Second IPD Tower Plan
The Rajasthan state budget's proposal for a second IPD Tower at J K Lon Hospital faces opposition from experts and locals, who warn it threatens the UNESCO World Heritage site's aesthetic and historical integrity along JLN Marg.
Transgender Woman Wins Municipal Seat in Telangana
Nagilla Sudhakar, alias Kaveri, becomes the first transgender woman elected in Telangana municipal polls, winning as an independent candidate in Chityala.
Ex-Officio Members Key to Telangana Municipal Control
As Telangana's urban local body results are declared, focus shifts to ex-officio members whose votes could decide mayors and chairpersons in closely-fought municipalities. The indirect elections scheduled for February 16 will see intense political maneuve
Revanth Meets Priyanka, Congress Wins Big in Telangana Municipal Polls
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy met Priyanka Gandhi in Delhi, discussing Congress's victory in municipal elections. The party won 83 municipalities and 5 corporations, with plans for alliances and infrastructure focus.
BJP Nears First Mayoral Wins in Telangana Urban Politics
The BJP is on the brink of securing its first municipal corporation mayor posts in Telangana, leading in Karimnagar and competing closely in Nizamabad, marking a significant shift in the state's urban political landscape.
AAP Burns Effigy of Bajwa Over Remarks Against Minister's Father
The Aam Aadmi Party in Jalandhar staged a protest and burned an effigy of Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa for his alleged derogatory remarks against the father of Punjab Minister Harbhajan Singh Eto. The incident highlights rising political tensions in
BMC's 2026-27 Budget Focuses on Roads, Water, and Lighting in Kolkata
The Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation presents a surplus budget of Rs 67.8 lakh for 2026-27, with major allocations for road development, water supply augmentation, street lighting, and sewerage system modernization in Salt Lake and Rajarhat areas.
Prayagraj GST Collections Jump 8.83% During Magh Mela
Prayagraj records impressive 8.83% GST growth during Magh Mela, surpassing national average. Collections rise from Rs 262.72 crore to Rs 285.91 crore year-on-year.
TN Govt's Retroactive Scheme to Legalize Illegal Quarrying
Tamil Nadu government introduces a one-time regularization scheme for excess and illegal quarrying, effective from 2015, with penalties up to five times seigniorage fee. Activists demand withdrawal and criminal action.
KTR: Municipal Polls Show Public Discontent with Congress
BRS working president KT Rama Rao claims municipal election results reflect growing public dissatisfaction with Congress government and renewed confidence in BRS as principal opposition force.
Kolkata's Rs 111 Crore Deficit Budget Focuses on Infrastructure
Kolkata Municipal Corporation presents a Rs 111 crore deficit budget with Rs 6,000 crore expenditure, emphasizing road repairs, waste management, and water supply upgrades ahead of assembly polls.
BRS Wins 27% of Urban Wards in Telangana Municipal Elections
The BRS party secured around 717 of 2,582 municipal wards in Telangana's urban local bodies, winning 13 municipalities outright and emerging as the single largest party in 10-15 others.
Congress Sweeps Telangana Urban Polls, BJP Gains in Corporations
Congress secured a landslide victory in Telangana's urban local body elections, winning 83 of 116 municipalities. BJP emerged as single largest party in Karimnagar and Nizamabad corporations, while BRS faced major setbacks.
Ex-TN Minister Vijayabaskar Booked for Illegal Sand Possession
Former Tamil Nadu minister M R Vijayabaskar and an AIADMK functionary face charges for illegal transport and possession of Cauvery river sand in Karur district, following police complaints and protests.
AIADMK's EPS Slams DMK Cash Transfer as Election Fear Tactic
AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami criticizes Tamil Nadu's 5,000 cash credit to women, calling it a move driven by fear of electoral defeat, with opposition parties echoing concerns over timing and governance.
Vijay Criticizes DMK's Cash Distribution Ahead of Tamil Nadu Polls
TVK president Vijay condemns DMK's alleged vote-buying through cash schemes, framing the upcoming assembly election as a battle between his 'pure force' and the ruling party's 'evil force'.
Congress Sweeps Urban Polls in Ministers' Home Districts
The Congress party has consolidated its urban electoral dominance in Telangana, sweeping municipal bodies in districts represented by its senior ministers and turning ministerial strongholds into electoral victories.
Stalin Inaugurates Subbarayan Memorial Hall in Namakkal
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin inaugurated a Rs 3.06 crore multipurpose memorial hall for former Madras Presidency CM Dr P Subbarayan in Namakkal via video conference. The hall features a bust and honors his legacy.
100+ Cops Deployed for CM Bhagwant Mann's Jalandhar Stay
Jalandhar witnessed a major security operation as over 100 police personnel were deployed to ensure safety during Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's overnight visit, highlighting heightened vigilance.
DMK Allies Welcome ₹5,000 KMUT Scheme Payment in Tamil Nadu
Congress, VCK, CPM, and other DMK allies praised the Tamil Nadu government for crediting ₹5,000 to KMUT beneficiaries' accounts, calling it crucial inflation relief amid alleged Union government attempts to block the scheme.
AIMIM Wins 70 Wards in Telangana Civic Elections
The AIMIM, led by Asaduddin Owaisi, has strengthened its urban presence in Telangana by securing 70 wards across municipalities and corporations in recent civic polls, with notable performances in Bodhan, Bhainsa, and Nizamabad.
Sena-UBT Blames Congress for Chandrapur Mayor Poll Loss
Shiv Sena-UBT shifts blame to Congress internal discord after its corporators helped BJP win Chandrapur mayor's post. Sanjay Raut denies Uddhav Thackeray's involvement, promises action against local leaders.
Telangana: 63% Revenue from Own Tax Collections (2015-2024)
Data reveals Telangana generated 63% of its total revenue from own tax collections between 2015-16 and 2023-24, with 14% from non-tax sources, showing strong financial independence while still receiving central support.
Telangana Tops India's Inflation at 4.92% in Jan
Telangana recorded the highest inflation rate in India at 4.92% in January, exceeding RBI's target range. Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and Karnataka followed. New CPI methodology with revised food weightage impacts data.
Two Boys Killed in Tamil Nadu Building Collapse
Two teenage boys died in a building collapse in Tiruvannamalai district. Chief Minister M K Stalin announced compensation and expressed condolences.
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