Raiganj Assembly Seat: Key Battleground for 2026 Polls
A detailed profile of the Raiganj Assembly constituency in West Bengal, covering past winners, vote margins, and party-wise candidates ahead of the 2026 state elections.
Category : State Politics
Akhilesh Yadav Slams BJP Over Seer's 'Insult', PDA Alliance
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of insulting Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand, alleges police misconduct, and outlines PDA bloc's social justice agenda in UP.
Mamata Banerjee Slams Voter Deletion, Vows to Fight for Rights
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes SIR process, alleging deletion of 58 lakh voters with 80 lakh more at risk. She pledges to protect all electors regardless of party or religion.
Rajasthan Congress to Protest US Trade Deal with Farmers' Conference
Rajasthan Congress announces statewide agitation against Centre's US trade deal, with a farmers' conference in Sriganganagar on March 9 featuring Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi.
Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar Opens for Weddings and Social Events
The Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre in Gandhinagar, known for Vibrant Gujarat Summits, will now host weddings and social gatherings under the 'Wed in Gujarat' initiative.
Illegal Construction on Buddha Dariya Sparks Political Clash in Ludhiana
A political firestorm has erupted in Ludhiana's Basant Nagar as BJP and SAD leaders accuse local MLA and councillor of facilitating illegal construction on Buddha Dariya drain, raising flood risks.
Kerala CM Slams Congress Over KSU Attack on Health Minister
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan condemns KSU's protest against Health Minister Veena George as a 'heinous political act' by Congress, calling it an attack rather than a legitimate demonstration.
Private Transport Staff Assault Ex-Minister's Relative in Ludhiana
A relative of former Punjab minister Bharat Bhushan Ashu was assaulted by private transport staff in Ludhiana, sparking outrage and police investigation into the incident.
RSS Chief Meets Volunteers, Ex-Servicemen in Punjab
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat held an interactive session with volunteers and ex-servicemen in Punjab, discussing organizational activities and national service.
Suvendu Adhikari Moves Calcutta HC Over Security Breach
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has filed a case in Calcutta High Court alleging a security breach during a protest outside the CEO office, where shoes were hurled at him.
Mungantiwar Questions Maharashtra Govt on Milk Pricing, Paddy Bonus
Senior BJP MLA Sudhir Mungantiwar aggressively questioned the Maharashtra government on milk pricing mechanisms, paddy bonus delays, and administrative inefficiencies during the budget session in Mumbai.
Jagan Reddy Joins Temple Consecration in Kadapa
Former Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jaganmohan Reddy participated in the idol consecration and Kumbhabhishekam at Nandeeswara Swamy temple in Kadapa district, emphasizing cultural preservation and societal harmony.
Ghaziabad Groups Oppose Deputy Registrar Office Shift to GB Nagar
Residents' groups in Ghaziabad oppose the state government's decision to move the deputy registrar office to GB Nagar, citing inconvenience for thousands of societies and poor infrastructure assessment.
Congress Accuses Kerala CM of K-SMART Data Leak
Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala has accused Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of orchestrating a massive data leak from the K-SMART application, demanding legal action ahead of assembly elections.
21 Shops Gutted in Massive Fire at Bengaluru's Chickpet Market
A devastating fire broke out in Bengaluru's Chickpet area, destroying at least 21 shops and causing significant property loss. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours to bring it under control.
Pune's Post-Event Road Repairs Already Crumbling
Drainage and stormwater chamber lids hastily repaired ahead of Pune's January cycling event are already deteriorating, exposing poor quality work by civic authorities and raising safety concerns among residents.
BJP Minister Nitesh Rane Calls Madrasas Terror Breeding Grounds
BJP minister Nitesh Rane has sparked controversy by labeling madrasas as breeding grounds for terrorists and urging CM Devendra Fadnavis to shut them down in Maharashtra, while SP leader Abu Asim Azmi strongly denies the allegations.
Kerala CM's TV Chat with Mohanlal Sparks Image Makeover Debate
As Kerala assembly elections approach, CM Pinarayi Vijayan's upcoming televised conversation with actor Mohanlal is viewed as a strategic image makeover. Political observers question its impact amid contrasting public perceptions.
Nagpur NMC to Elect Committee Chairs on March 2
Nagpur Municipal Corporation will hold elections for Standing and Transport Committee chairpersons on March 2, with Shivani Dani and Mangala Khekare set to lead, highlighting BJP's focus on women's empowerment in civic governance.
Karnataka Power Tariff Hike May Raise Consumer Goods Prices
KERC reserves order on Escoms' petition for tariff revision on commercial and industrial consumers to cover Rs 4,620 crore revenue shortfall, potentially leading to higher prices for goods and services.
Maharashtra Directs 12 Districts to Elect ZP Presidents by March 20
Maharashtra's rural development department has ordered 12 districts to hold special meetings for electing Zilla Parishad presidents and Panchayat Samiti chairmen before March 20, following elections held two weeks ago.
Telangana Submits DGP Shortlist to UPSC Amid Tenure Confusion
Telangana government has submitted a list of eligible DGP-rank officers to UPSC for permanent appointment, with uncertainty over incumbent B Shivadhar Reddy's inclusion due to his impending retirement.
Gujarat Assembly: 22,046kg Cow Meat Seized, 1,810 Arrested in Trafficking
Gujarat government discloses seizure of over 22,000kg of cow meat and 436 cows in 2025, with 1,810 arrests in cattle trafficking cases. Congress MLAs question protection measures and election funding.
Telangana's Salary Bill Quadruples to Rs 6,000 Crore Monthly
Telangana's monthly salary and pension expenditure has surged four-fold since 2014, reaching Rs 6,000 crore, with top engineers earning up to Rs 7 lakh and senior sweepers around Rs 2 lakh, driven by pay revisions.
Indore Seals Hotel, Hospital, Showroom in Tax Crackdown
Indore Municipal Corporation sealed Mayur Hospital, Sanghi Toyota showroom, Hotel Lords, and others, collecting Rs 7.06 crore from chronic tax defaulters in a city-wide revenue recovery campaign.
Pune Citizens' Group Slams PMC's Footpath Repair Drive
Sajag Nagrik Manch alleges Pune Municipal Corporation's footpath repair campaign involves unnecessary tile replacements, wasting public funds. PMC defends the drive, citing proper inspections.
Kerala Allocates Rs 20 Crore for Anganwadi Pension Benefits
Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal announces Rs 20 crore allocation for pension benefits of retired anganwadi workers, with substantial financial support provided to welfare fund board despite constraints.
BJP's Machhindra Sanap Elected Unopposed as Nashik Standing Committee Chair
BJP's Machhindra Sanap was elected unopposed as chairperson of Nashik Municipal Corporation's standing committee after independent corporator Mukesh Shahane withdrew his nomination, strengthening BJP's control.
CPM Thiruvananthapuram to Field All 10 Sitting MLAs in Elections
CPM's Thiruvananthapuram district committee recommends fielding all 10 sitting MLAs, relaxing the two-term norm. Decision taken at meeting with state secretary M V Govindan, focusing on victory prospects.
Mamata Alleges Conspiracy to Remove 1.2 Crore Bengal Voters
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee claims a 'diabolical game plan' to delete 1.2 crore voters from electoral rolls post-SIR, despite Supreme Court intervention.
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