The Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Parishad was adjourned for 15 minutes after Samajwadi Party members accused the government of violating reservation norms in state recruitments, citing specific discrepancies in advertised vacancies.
A drunken brawl in Manipur's Ukhrul district has escalated into three days of violence, with over 40 houses torched, indefinite curfew, and district-wide internet bans imposed as security forces struggle to contain tensions between Tangkhul Naga and Kuki-
The participation of Dera Beas chief and SAD leader Sukhbir Singh Badal in Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit's foot march has ignited a political storm, raising questions about religious influence and electoral dynamics in the state.
The Congress party has strongly criticized recent efforts to mend relations between estranged political partners in Punjab, labeling it a desperate move that undermines democratic principles and public trust.
Aam Aadmi Party leaders in Punjab have advised Governor Banwarilal Purohit to be cautious about his public interactions, highlighting potential security risks during his morning walks.
Multiple sacrilege incidents have been reported in a Bathinda village, prompting a police investigation. Authorities are examining the cases and urging public calm.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced the phased regularization of 60,000 daily wage workers and criticized the India-US trade deal's impact on the region's dry fruit industry during a heated Assembly session.
A year after Bhopal's Global Investors Summit, roads hastily relaid with Rs 18 crore are deteriorating. Mayor confirms no post-monsoon repair funds were requested, leaving commuters frustrated.
Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation will deploy 195 additional buses and operate over 7,800 trips to Bhavnath for the Mahashivratri fair, enhancing connectivity for thousands of devotees.
Trade bodies and activists from four districts presented infrastructure and policy demands to the DMK's election manifesto committee, chaired by MP K Kanimozhi, in Madurai.
Deputy opposition leader R B Udhayakumar urges Madurai district administration to halt illegal quarrying in Kalligudi taluk, citing threats to agriculture and student safety.
Telangana holds elections for 123 urban local bodies with over 52 lakh voters. Polling from 7am to 5pm, results on Feb 13. Key contest between Congress, BRS, and BJP.
Himachal Pradesh faces fiscal crisis as 16th Finance Commission proposes ending Revenue Deficit Grant. CM Sukhu calls it a 'black day,' warning of halted subsidies and DA payments while BJP defends the move as expected transition.
Hyderabad and Telangana witness massive turnout in municipal elections with over 52 lakh voters participating. BJP, Congress, and BRS compete fiercely as results are awaited.
Madhya Pradesh Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar met LOP Umang Singhar regarding Congress MLA Nirmala Sapre's alleged defection to BJP. The case, pending since May 2024, involves Supreme Court rulings on 90-day decision timelines.
The Bhajan Lal Sharma government in Rajasthan faces mounting pressure from protests over the felling of the sacred khejri tree, with demands for an Amrita Devi Act to protect desert species.
As Rajasthan prepares to present its Budget for 2026-27, citizens and policymakers express tempered expectations, focusing on job creation, infrastructure, and implementation challenges.
Telangana holds municipal elections today across 2,996 wards in 116 municipalities and 7 corporations. Key battles involve Congress, BRS, and BJP-JSP alliance, with results due Friday.
Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu raises objections to Karnataka's proposal to increase Alamatti dam height, citing interstate water concerns. He also calls for an early resolution to the Vamsadhara river water dispute with Odisha.
PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss has accused the DMK of planning to 'buy victory with money power' in the upcoming assembly elections. He predicted the DMK would win only single-digit seats while the NDA alliance would secure over 200.
Ahead of Jaipur Municipal Corporation elections, officials anticipate significant budget allocations for metro expansions, traffic upgrades, and water supply enhancements in the state capital.
Bidhannagar Police has denied sanction for a traffic diversion plan at Kolkata airport, stalling construction of the final 135-meter leg of the Orange Line Metro due to concerns over massive road congestion.
The DMK has identified 70 vulnerable assembly constituencies ahead of the next election, focusing on narrow-margin wins and losses. The party is implementing grassroots mobilization and candidate changes to strengthen prospects.
AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami refutes Chief Minister M K Stalin's claim that DMK pressure led to the 7.5% horizontal reservation for government school students in medical admissions.
DMK announces formation of a committee for seat-sharing talks with allies, set to begin on February 22 after the state budget session. Party cadres are engaged in electoral roll revision and campaign activities.
Odisha government specifies that Maoists operating outside the state are ineligible for surrender benefits, except for Odia natives who can surrender with proper certification.
Leema Rose Martin, wife of lottery magnate Santiago Martin, resigns from IJK after 14 years, plans to launch LJK's Tamil Nadu unit, seeking NDA alliance via AIADMK for Coimbatore or Thiruvadanai seat.
Kochi's renovated KSRTC bus terminal is set for inauguration, with a new Rs 13 crore terminal at Karikkamuri moving to tender. Upgrades include flood-proofing and separate facilities.
After a six-year hiatus, boat services to Mattancherry in Kochi have been suspended again due to official apathy and a dredging dispute between departments, sparking protest threats from residents.
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation officials dismiss social media reports claiming disruption at Shanthikavadam crematorium, confirming all units are operational with minor maintenance underway.