Politics — Page 15
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Defamation case in Pune ties Gandhi remarks to Savarkar kin
A criminal defamation case in Pune targets Rahul Gandhi for remarks about Satyaki Savarkar, who is VD Savarkar’s grandnephew. The court proceedings include a request for Gandhi’s voice sample and questions about familial links to Nathuram Godse.
August 23 eKYC deadline triggers rush at Telangana LPG outlets
As the August 23 e-KYC deadline for domestic LPG connections approaches, gas agencies in Telangana report unusually high footfalls, prompting long queues and server glitches. Oil marketing companies have urged completion of Aadhaar-based verification to ensure LPG supply at domestic rates, though th
CJI congratulates Pradeep Rai as SCBA president and outlines ties with the Bar
India's Chief Justice Surya Kant extended congratulations to Pradeep Rai on becoming SCBA president and to other elected office-bearers after Tuesday's vote, noting strong judiciary-bar coordination. Rai secured 822 votes; the results were announced late on August 18, 2026.
Tamil Nadu to create Talent Research Wing for future Olympic champions
Tamil Nadu plans a Talent Research Wing under SDAT to identify and train young athletes, with new hostels, Olympic Centres of Excellence, and increased rewards for medalists. The program includes modernising facilities and expanding traditional sports presence.
Telangana bank-led growth path for 2047, says Deputy CM
Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka argued that private investment and robust banking are essential to reach Telangana's 2047 targets, with a focus on private credit, agricultural finance, and innovative funding. He spoke at the 50th SLBC meet in Hyderabad on August 19, 2026.
Supreme Court ultimatum to Odisha on Dara Singh remission plea
The Supreme Court pressed Odisha to decide on Rabindra Kumar Pal alias Dara Singh's remission petition for the Staines murder case, warning it would intervene if the state delays. Dara Singh has served 26 years of a life sentence after the 1999 killings and argues remission is due under state rules.
Tamil Nadu PWD to modernise government buildings, says minister
Tamil Nadu Public Works Department will be restructured to upgrade government building projects to international standards, with a strategic shift to higher floor area via premium FSI and a new build-and-manage model. A dashboard, AI-enabled monitoring, and a new Infrastructure Corporation are plann
Kerala declares tidal flooding a state-specific disaster
Kerala designated tidal flooding along its coast as a State-specific disaster, enabling SDRF-like financial relief for affected residents. This is the first such state-level designation in the country.
Telangana plans museum renovation; mummy care to cost ₹82 lakh
Telangana officials outline a major renovation of the State Archaeology Museum in Hyderabad and propose ₹82 lakh for Egyptian mummy conservation, with timelines for submitting estimates and accelerating funding.
Vijayasai Reddy launches new political party in Andhra Pradesh
Former Rajya Sabha MP Vijayasai Reddy announced a new political party in Andhra Pradesh on August 19, 2026, after a prayer at Tirumala. He intends to push the people's voice in Parliament and the Assembly and will reveal roadmap in Vijayawada later this month.
Tamil Nadu withdraws order to curb student protests linked to CJP and Left parties
Tamil Nadu's Department of Collegiate Education withdrew an August directive aimed at preventing student participation in protests by Left parties and the Cockroach Janata Party. The move follows internal communications and public backlash surrounding NEET-related student mobilisation.
Akhilesh Yadav targets Centre over E20, cites adviser backing for E10
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the Centre over E20 petrol, pointing to a reported backing for E10 by the Chief Economic Advisor. He urged a return to E10 for older two-wheelers and questioned the government's stance as motorists report performance issues.
Dipke replies to Athawale’s NDA invite amid anti-national remark history
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke responded to Ramdas Athawale’s offer to join the RPI(A)/NDA, recalling his earlier label of being anti-national. The exchange follows ongoing student protests and Dipke’s rural-education campaigning in Maharashtra.
Keralam’s UDF government on three-month mark: mixed results and ambitious plans under Satheesan
Three months into the Congress-led UDF government in Keralam, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan faces a mix of policy wins and disagreements, set against high-profile plans and a rocky fiscal backdrop. While initiatives like free bus travel for women and a new Department for Elderly Welfare gained tract
BJP's first 100 days in West Bengal: balancing trust and mistrust
A BJP-led government in West Bengal marks 100 days with advertisements outlining eight pillars for development, including industrial growth and governance. The period features investment promises, foundation stone events, arrests of opposition leaders, and changes to social welfare beneficiary pract
J&K CM says he will discuss with US ambassador but won’t air internal issues
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said he will meet the visiting US Ambassador Sergio Gor to discuss the region, but he ruled out raising internal grievances with Washington, stressing that resolutions lie with the central government.
Tamil Nadu corruption discourse rises to the fore through the 1970s
Corruption became a sustained topic in Tamil Nadu politics, intensifying after the DMK took power in 1967 and culminating in the 1976 dismissal of the DMK government and a Sarkaria Commission inquiry.
Tamil Nadu CM claims proof of corruption in previous DMK regime
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay told the Assembly that he possesses evidence of corruption in the prior DMK government and will disclose it when needed. He stressed that the records backing his claims exist and reiterated that they were supported by evidence.
Tamil Nadu hikes milk price to ₹41 per litre
Tamil Nadu increased the procurement price for Aavin milk from ₹38 to ₹41 per litre, with the government citing support for producers amid a financial crunch. The move includes a higher government incentive and is expected to cost the state ₹30 crore monthly.
Tamil Nadu MLAs to get cars and assistants, CM Vijay announces
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay announced in the Assembly that all MLAs will receive government vehicles and staff support for constituency work, with monthly allowances for drivers and an assistant. The package coincides with broader health and education investments announced in the same
Vijay-led Tamil Nadu govt's first 100 days: reform, welfare and challenges
The TVK-led coalition government in Tamil Nadu marks 100 days in office with a mix of reform and welfare measures, while facing criticisms over vision, bureaucratic governance, and transparency. The administration highlights welfare schemes, fiscal constraints, and a record cabinet expansion.
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MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 1 seat allotment released Aug 19
MCC released the Round 1 provisional seat allotment for NEET UG 2026 on August 19, with the PDF available via mcc.nic.in. Candidates who completed round 1 choices by August 18 may have been allotted seats, with further steps including grievances, float option, and next rounds scheduled.
Budget Press to be housed in Kartavya Bhawan 9 as Central Vista revamp progresses
The Delhi Urban Art Commission approved a revised Central Vista plan placing the Budget Press on the ground floor of Kartavya Bhawan 9. The government intends to shift the printing facility for the Union Budget to the under-construction building, with KB 1 currently in use and KB 9 slated for comple
Gargi Jain's Collector in Classroom reshapes tribal girls' schooling
Gargi Jain, Gujarat's Chhota Udepur district collector since February 2025, launched 'Collector in Classroom' weekly sessions to mentor tribal girls. The initiative has expanded to five Kanya Vidyalayas, reducing district dropout rates significantly and turning classrooms into spaces for personal gr