Only 45 of 110 sanctioned posts are filled as civic body braces for ULB elections and mounting workload

The BJP has initiated a 175-km padayatra from Lingasugur to Ballari. This march targets the DK Shivakumar government and its alleged failures. The Congress plans a counter-campaign for upcoming local body elections. BJP leaders accuse the government of corruption and neglecting drought relief. The party aims to mobilize its cadre ahead of future polls.

Jaipur, September 1: Former Congress MLA Divya Maderna concluded her night-long protest outside the Returning Officers office in Mathania on Tuesday. This decision followed a written assurance from the Jodhpur district administration regarding the conduct of fair, transparent, and impartial elections for the Mathania Municipality in 2026. Maderna had initiated the protest, alleging bias from ... Read more Former Congress MLA Ends Protest After Assurance of Fair Elections in Mathania

Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday said recent surveys project the NDA coalition as unbeatable in the upcoming elections in the state.

Jaipur, September 1: Rikhab Chand Reel, a former councillor of the Kishangarh Municipal Council, passed away on Tuesday due to a heart attack, just one day after filing his nomination for the 2026 Rajasthan municipal elections. His sudden demise has left his family, supporters, and political colleagues in shock. Rikhab Chand Reel previously represented Ward ... Read more Former Kishangarh Councillor Passes Away Just After Filing Nomination

Addressing villagers after disbursing NTR Bharosa pensions in West Godavari, the Chief Minister said recent surveys showed a clear mandate for the NDA, defended unanimous elections, and said the 34% BC reservation case and the SIR petition were attempts to delay the polls

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made a significant political move in the Jaipur Municipal Corporation elections by fielding eight Muslim candidates across the city's 150 wards, particularly in Muslim-majority and Congress-influenced areas. The move is...

Democrats have a clear lead among AAPI voters in both Senate and House races. For the Senate, 60% prefer Democratic candidates and 24% prefer Republican candidates.

US President Donald Trump has dismissed speculation about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth running for president in 2028, saying it is too early to discuss his successor. Trump said Hegseth is focused on the military and that the Republicans must first get through the November midterm elections.

TVK governments Tourism Minister & Congress MLA S. Rajesh Kumar has warned that he and his Congress colleague, Higher Education Minister Viswanathan, will resign from the C. Joseph Vijay-led Tamil Nadu Cabinet if the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) does not accept Rahul Gandhi as the Prime Ministerial candidate for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, as [] The post If TVK Rejects Rahul Gandhi As PM Candidate, We Will Resign, Threatens Congress Minister Rajesh Kumar appeared first on The Commune .

The Joint Force has no plans to send Federal military personnel or Federalized members of the National Guard to polling places during the 2026 elections, Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said.

Russias Foreign Intelligence Service, the SVR, accused the European Union and Western governments of plotting to disrupt and discredit Russias upcoming elections. The agency alleged that European countries were pushing Ukraine to intensify strikes inside Russia, discussing cyberattacks on election infrastructure and working with opposition groups abroad. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov backed the warning, saying Moscow had extensive experience dealing with alleged foreign interference.

Energy-guzzling data centers have become a surprise issue in November's crucial midterm elections, with anger among Democrats and Republicans over rising electricity bills and noise from the facilities. The only reason that communities throughout the U.S.A. should not want Data Centers is if they want to end up being backwards and poor, Trump said on his Truth Social platform.

India's educated youth face frustration as job opportunities lag behind rising aspirations. This growing cohort feels upward mobility is blocked despite educational achievements. Politicians may offer unemployment doles as a quick electoral fix for this group. Cash transfers to unemployed youth are already a trend in several Indian states. Future elections will focus on delivering jobs that match these increasing expectations.

Jaipur, August 31: The Bharat Adivasi Party (BAP) has announced candidates for 20 out of 60 wards in the Banswara Municipal Council. This marks the partys inaugural participation in the municipal elections in this tribal-dominated area. Political parties in Rajasthan are ramping up preparations for the upcoming municipal elections. On the last day for filing ... Read more BAP Announces Candidates for First Time in Banswara Municipal Elections

Agartala: Elections to the village committees under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) will be held on September 28, State Election Commissioner PK Chakravarti announced on Monday. According to the election schedule, the notification will be issued on September 1, marking the beginning of the election process. The last date for filing nominations [] The post Tripura to hold TTAADC village committee elections on September 28 appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Lucknow, August 31: The Basic Education Department of Uttar Pradesh has approved the names of 61 teachers for the State Teacher Awards 2025. These selections were made based on recommendations from the state-level selection committee. The chosen educators have significantly contributed to enhancing the quality of education, student learning, and school management across various districts ... Read more Uttar Pradesh Government Honors Outstanding Teachers with State-Level Awards

Chandigarh, August 31: Ankit Bidhani of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) secured a significant victory in the Punjab University Student Council (PUSC) elections on Monday. He won the presidential position by a margin of over 500 votes in a four-cornered contest. Bidhani described this victory as a win for the entire Gen Z. Just ... Read more ABVPs Historic Victory in Punjab University Student Council Elections

The results of the Panjab University Campus Students' Council (PUCSC) elections have been announced, with ABVP candidate Ankit Bidhan securing a landslide victory in the presidential race. Bidhan defeated his nearest rival by a margin...

The BJP will contest all 117 Punjab assembly seats alone. This decision rules out any alliance for the upcoming state elections. The party's leadership has conveyed this direct message to state units. Former chief minister Amarinder Singh and Sunil Jakhar's views differ from this mandate. The BJP plans a dedicated campaign against drugs and corruption in Punjab.

NCP core committee, led by Maharashtra Deputy CM Sunetra Ajit Pawar, has finalised a grassroots strategy to strengthen the party ahead of 22 Zilla Parishad polls and the 2029 Lok Sabha and Maharashtra Assembly elections

Agartala, August 31, 2026: TIPRA Motha founder and royal scion Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma has called upon the Tiprasa community to remain united and field honest, educated and capable candidates in the upcoming Village Council (VC) elections in Tripura. Speaking through a Facebook Live on Monday, Debbarma welcomed the State Election Commissions announcement of the... The post VC Elections after 10 Years in Tripura: Pradyot Urges Tiprasa People to Choose Capable & Educated Leaders first app

Jaipur, August 31: The Congress Party has revised its candidate selection strategy for the upcoming local body elections in Rajasthan. To mitigate internal conflicts, the party has decided to directly award its official election symbol to the chosen candidates. This decision comes at a time when Congress leaders, workers, and ticket aspirants are eagerly awaiting ... Read more Congress Adjusts Candidate Selection Strategy for Local Elections in Rajasthan

A last minute political drama erupted at Panjab University as Shiromani Akali Dal student wing Student Organisation of India (SOI) threw its support behind Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) in Campus Students' Council elections. The development, which came hours ahead of

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia, H.E. Mr. Nikol Pashinyan met today in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic on the sidelines of the 26th SCO Summit. This was the first meeting between PM Modi and PM Pashinyan since the re-appointment of PM Pashinyan following the General Elections in Armenia in []

Jaipur, August 31: In a significant political upheaval, two out of four division presidents of the BJP in Alwar have resigned along with their executive committees. This move comes ahead of the municipal council elections in Rajasthan, with the resignations submitted to district president Ashok Gupta. Of the 65 wards in Alwar, 33 fall under ... Read more BJP Faces Rebellion in Alwar Ahead of Municipal Elections

Tamil Nadu Tourism Minister and Congress leader S. Rajesh Kumar has warned that he and fellow Congress Minister Viswanathan will quit the State Cabinet if the TVK continues to project Vijay as its choice for Prime Minister in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.

The Odisha State Election Commission (SEC) has launched a pilot doortodoor voterlist verification drive in Bhubaneswar ahead of the upcoming Panchayat and Urban electionsin 2027. The initiative aims to ensure clean, errorfree and transparent electoral rolls across the state. The pilot survey will run from September3to11 under the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), covering three Assembly [] The post Pilot VoterList Verification to Begin in Bhubaneswar from Sep3 appeared first on Pragativad

Jaipur, August 31: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) announced its candidates for the 2026 Jaipur Municipal Corporation elections on the final day for nominations. The party faced a significant challenge in distributing tickets across more than 150 wards, as there were concerns about dissatisfied candidates potentially contesting as independents. Meetings continued late into the night ... Read more BJP Announces Candidates for Jaipur Municipal Corporation Elections, Former Mayor Receives Ticket

According to union sources, only 116 of the associations nearly 600 members participated in those elections, while the majority stayed away.

In a significant political development ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, the Student Organisation of India (SOI), the student wing of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), has extended its support to the Akhil Bharatiya...

The development comes amid growing speculation over the relationship between the Congress and TVK, a day after Tamil Nadu Tourism Minister S Rajesh Kumar said that Congress ministers in the state Cabinet would resign if TVK did not support Rahul Gandhi as the Prime Ministerial candidate for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections

Tamil Nadu Minister S Rajesh Kumar has threatened to resign from the Tamil Nadu cabinet, saying the Congress will pull out of the alliance with Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) if it does not endorse Rahul Gandhi as the prime ministerial candidate for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.

A network of Pakistan-based Facebook pages allegedly promoted actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay and his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) as part of a paid social-media campaign, with chat records purportedly showing negotiations for promotional posts extending up to the 2029 elections. It also appears to show coordinated promotion of narratives linking Vijay with former Pakistan Prime [] The post Pakistan-Based Facebook Pages Allegedly Paid 100s Of Dollars To Promote Joseph Vijay, Push Imran

A Tamil Nadu minister stated Congress will resign if TVK opposes Rahul Gandhi for Prime Minister. This declaration comes amid TVK's push for Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay as their candidate. The Congress party has firmly asserted Rahul Gandhi as their sole choice for the upcoming elections. This stance could potentially create friction within the ruling coalition alliance. The minister's comments were made at an event in Kanyakumari on Sunday.

Lahore, Aug 30: Pakistan's human rights body has said the state resorted to disproportionate use of force against protesters in the PoK and raised serious questions about the credibility of the electoral process marred with violence and allegations of massive rigging. A report by the fact finding mission of the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) released on Saturday attributed the unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) to longstanding political and socio-economic grievances, instituti

Donald Trump is contemplating life after his presidency, while still hinting at another campaign. He has spoken about watching his successor take credit for his accomplishments. This shift occurs as midterm elections approach, making his remaining time more apparent. Trump has previously explored constitutional avenues for extending his time in office. His ambiguous statements allow supporters and opponents to interpret his intentions.

Kumar's remark came after TVK leaders made repeated attempts to project Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay as a prospective prime ministerial contender from Tamil Nadu for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections

Plans in one of Texas largest counties to use dozens fewer polling location than previous years is drawing protests from Democrats who say the reductions could create confusion in the November midterm elections

The TVK had not joined the INDIA bloc till now and its strategy for the Lok Sabha elections has not been revealed

Political tensions are rising in Ukraine as residents in the western city of Lviv reportedly take to the streets demanding elections and a change in government. Protesters have voiced concerns over corruption, government accountability and the direction of the country amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The demonstrations follow the July dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, which triggered protests in several Ukrainian cities. Calls for elections have also intensified after Fedorov u

Spot registrations (at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium) are also allowed for the selections

V B Prabhu Verlekar Q. A Goa political leader reportedly visited London at the invitation of a Goa-for-Goans Association registered in the UK. The association reportedly collected 10,000 through donations from foreign citizens as well as NRIs to support the forthcoming Goa Assembly elections. Can such funds legally be used for election purposes in Goa []

The government, he said, stands firm on its decision to provide 33 per cent reservation for Backward Classes (BCs) in local body elections.

Senator Elizabeth Warren has launched a fierce attack on Donald Trump, accusing his administration of driving up costs while criticizing what she called cheating, corruption and political favoritism in Washington. Warren also took aim at Trumps tariff policies, demanding an end to what she described as his illegal tariffs and declaring that Canada is not our enemy. She argued that Americans are facing higher costs for groceries, gasoline, housing, healthcare and utilities, while calling for Demo

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Uzbekistan on a two-day visit, aimed at strengthening ties across a range of areas, including trade, clean energy and connectivity. From Tashkent, the Prime Minister is scheduled to travel to Kyrgyzstan to participate in the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, being held on August 31 and September 1.

Lucknow, August 30: As preparations for the 2027 assembly elections intensify, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is focusing on strengthening its organization at the booth level in Uttar Pradesh. During his first visit to Lucknow as the newly appointed National General Secretary, Harish Dwivedi urged party workers to bolster the organization with full vigor. He ... Read more BJP Strengthens Organization Ahead of 2027 Elections in Uttar Pradesh

Pakistan's human rights body questioned the PoK election's credibility. The state used disproportionate force against protesters, deepening polarization. Longstanding grievances fueled unrest and institutional distrust in the region. India called the PoK elections a complete farce and criticized Pakistan's actions. The report urged an independent investigation into all deaths and injuries.

Two months before elections, Itamar Ben Gvir posted a video in which a veiled woman, her face blurred out, said that prisoners had extremely bad conditions and don't get any rights, and we have particular needs as women.

New Delhi: Signalling its growing ambitions in Uttar Pradesh, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) said that Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav would require their support to return to power in the state. UP goes to elections early next year. AIMIM leader and national spokesperson Shadab Chauhan, according to India Today, said on Sunday, August Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticised Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths promise to provide one lakh jobs, saying the announcement comes ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections and before the model code of conduct is expected to take effect. He also accused the BJP government of corruption and failing the poor.

In a major political development ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, Sofia Firdous will contest from the Odisha Janata Congress (OJC), not the Congress party. Senior leader Mohammed Moquim clarified the decision, stating that the Congress has lost its ideology and direction. Moquim said the Congress no longer represents its founding principles and has become [] The post Sofia Firdous to Contest from Odisha Janata Congress appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Brea

SLC Transformation Committee Prakash Shaffter: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly stripped Sri Lanka of hosting rights for the inaugural Women's Champions Trophy. The decision came after the ICC decided it can't go ahead with Sri Lanka hosting the tournament while a government-appointed interim administration is running Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC). The women's Champions Trophy 2027 will be the first such tournament, featuring six teams in the event running from February 14 to 28.

New Delhi, August 30: The Indian cricket board (BCCI) election officer A.K. Jyoti has announced the elections for two positions on the IPL Governing Council. A notice for the election has been issued under Rule 28 of the BCCI constitution. The elections will take place during the BCCIs annual general meeting (AGM) on September 18. ... Read more IPL Governing Council Elections: Arun Dhumal and Khairul Jamal Set for Unopposed Selection

SRINAGAR:Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Saturday said that the people of Srinagar city have endured decades of neglect and political exploitation, particularly since 1990. He accused the ruling NC of deceiving the people with false promises during the 2024 Assembly elections. He made these remarks today while addressing an event at the []

Australia's One Nation party secured a state parliament seat previously held by Labor. This victory follows the populist group's recent entry into the national lower house. The party's hard stance on immigration gains traction amid public frustrations. One Nation's rise challenges major Australian political parties ahead of upcoming elections. This win sends a clear message that no Labor seats are considered safe.

In September, banks throughout India will close for various festive occasions. On September 4th, multiple states will celebrate Janmashtami, resulting in branch closures. Following this, Ganesh Chaturthi on September 14th and 15th will also see numerous banks shut across different regions. Additional local holidays and elections will contribute to this schedule. However, customers can continue to access ATMs and digital banking services during these times.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the election process for two members of the Indian Premier League (IPL) Governing Council.

Bank holidays this week: Banks will remain open for 5 to 6 days this week. Closed on 4 September for Janmashtami in various cities and on 11 September for elections in Jaipur. Check RBI holiday calendar here.

Srinagar, Aug 29:Kashmir chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Saturday asserted that political parties from Jammu and Kashmir should make efforts for restoration of statehood and Article 370, saying it is their moral responsibility to raise their voice for the rights of people. Our rights were snatched away by force. Our statehood was abolished, we were made a Union territory. The government should uphold the promises made to people prior to the elections, Farooq told reporters here. The preacher

A pro-active leader on solo march and an inertia-ridden organisation refusing to shrug-off its lethargy; it is an interesting-phenomena, dichotomous, that has landed Congress in a bind. Not the political rivals but the partys top leadership should take the blame for this confusion, showing no hurry to extricate themselves out of this situation. There is no doubt that Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi is a man on the march. From a reluctant player, during his first two terms as Lok Sabha MP and i

The decision to increase electricity tariffs in Jammu & Kashmir at a time when ordinary families are already struggling with the rising cost of living is deeply disappointing. More importantly, it raises a fundamental question of political accountability: what happened to the promises made to the people before the Assembly elections? The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission has approved an average tariff increase of 6.83 per cent, applicable from September 1, 2026. For metered domestic consum

Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Saturday said that the people of Srinagar city have endured decades of neglect and political exploitation, particularly since 1990. He accused the ruling NC of deceiving the people with false promises during the 2024 Assembly elections. He made these remarks today while addressing an event at the Apni Party headquarters in Srinagar. The event was organised to welcome new members into the party fold. Peoples Conference District President Srinaga

The BJP and Shiromani Akali Dal may revive their alliance for upcoming Punjab assembly elections. Both parties acknowledge this partnership as their strongest option despite seat-sharing disagreements. Talks have intensified since Prime Minister Narendra Modi met SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal recently. The BJP seeks a larger seat share and greater government role, reflecting its increased vote share.

New Delhi, August 30: Rajendra Pal Gautam, Congresss in-charge for Uttar Pradesh, discussed several pressing issues on Saturday. These included Rahul Gandhis remarks on purification, the alleged denial of Sonia Gandhis book publication, and the partys demand for a respectable number of seats in the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. He stated, We will wait. ... Read more Uttarakhand Police Will Not Bow to Pressure: Rajendra Pal Gautam

Jaipur, August 30: Internal discord within the Congress party in Rajasthan has come to light ahead of the upcoming urban body elections. A heated argument erupted between former minister Ram Lal Jat and former MLA Dheeraj Gurjar during a meeting held at the Congress war room in Jaipur regarding ticket distribution. Sources indicate that disagreements ... Read more Internal Strife Erupts in Rajasthan Congress Over Ticket Distribution Ahead of Urban Body Elections

ADV SUNIL SETHI The decision to increase electricity tariffs in Jammu & Kashmir at a time when ordinary families are already struggling with the rising cost of living is deeply disappointing. More importantly, it raises a fundamental question of political accountability: what happened to the promises made to the people before the Assembly elections? The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission has approved an average tariff increase of 6.83 per cent, applicable from September 1, 2026. For metered

Srinagar, Aug 29: Apni Party president Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Saturday accused successive governments, particularly the ruling National Conference (NC), of neglecting Srinagar and failing to deliver on promises made during the 2024 Assembly elections. He made the remarks while addressing an event at the Apni Party headquarters in Srinagar, organised to welcome new members into the party. Peoples Conference district president Srinagar Nighat Gul and former Nawaz Bazar corporator Inayat Hu

Elections will be held at 587 village committees; draft electoral rolls for the village committees were recently published by the State Election Commission

Agartala, August 29, 2026: The long-awaited Village Committee elections under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) are set to move closer to the polling stage, with the State Election Commission (SEC) likely to announce the election schedule on August 31, according to sources. The announcement is expected to trigger the formal electoral process... The post Tripura Village Committee Elections Set to Begin as State Election Commission Likely to Announce Poll Schedule on Au

Jaipur, Aug 29 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has stepped up preparations for the upcoming Rajasthan civic elections, with senior leaders holding detailed discussions on candidate selection and measures to prevent rebellion over ticket distribution. A meeting of senior BJP leaders was held at the partys state headquarters in Jaipur, where divisionwise candidates were []

Shopian, Aug 29: Former minister Ghulam Hassan Khan died after a prolonged illness in south Kashmirs Shopian district on Saturday evening, a family member said. Khan, a former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader, was elected to the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly in 2002. He later served as Minister of State for Social Welfare. Khan later parted ways with the PDP and fought 2008 elections independently. He will be laid to rest in his ancestral garveyard in Shopian.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday said student union elections would soon be held across colleges and universities in the state, amid demands from the opposition and other quarters for conducting the polls.

Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party leader Yawar Mir on Friday accused the National Conference of repeatedly making promises before elections and changing its position after coming to power, urging voters to remember their grievances when they next cast their ballots. People themselves brought the NC to power despite repeated disappointments. They need to introspect themselves as to why they have been making the same mistakes for the past 70 years, former Rafiabad MLA said. He said that voters should

In 2020, a citizen named Musab Omer approached the Jammu and Kashmir High Court with a simple complaint: the J&K Commission for Protection of Child Rights (JKSPCR), created by Parliament fifteen years earlier to protect the regions most vulnerable children, simply did not exist. Six years, one advertisement, 548 applications and several writ petitions later, it still does not exist in any meaningful legal sense, only a selection process legal experts call illegal from its first step, with result

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis granted migrant drivers a one-year Marathi learning extension. This decision has drawn criticism from the Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray Shiv Sena and MNS. Leaders allege the move is politically motivated ahead of Uttar Pradesh elections. They claim the state government is bowing to Delhi's pressure and sacrificing local language pride.

Kolkata, August 28: Ritabrata Banerjee, the leader of the opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, has accused former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of dismantling student politics. He has also called for the current government, led by Suvendu Adhikari, to conduct student union elections. Ritabrata Banerjee pointed out that Mamata Banerjee was once a leader of ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Accused of Stifling Student Politics by Ritabrata Banerjee

Donald Trump's latest executive order renames Lake Ontario to Lake America, a unilateral rebranding effort. This action underscores the limitations of such unilateral spin and its impact on international relations. While renaming efforts continue, real-world consequences like retaliatory tariffs remain significant. Trump's attempts to redefine outcomes face challenges before upcoming elections. The article suggests his perception of reality is detached from current events.

The BJP is actively engaging young voters for upcoming state elections. A meeting of forty-five leaders discussed new strategies for youth connection. Union ministers and MPs attended this brainstorming session. Prime Minister Modi urged leaders to think out of the box. This initiative aims to connect with the current generation of voters.

The BJP emerged as the single-largest party in the 2026 municipal elections, winning 89 of the 227 seats in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC): Reports

Chandigarh, August 28: Political activities surrounding the student elections at Punjab University are intensifying. Jaskaran Bhullar, a leader of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), has leveled serious accusations against the student wing of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for attempting to influence the elections and pressuring students. He stated that ABVP is contesting the ... Read more Punjab University Elections Heat Up: ABVP Accuses AAP of Serious Allegations

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has issued a strict anti-doping advisory after several Indian wrestlers, including two Asian Games selections, were implicated in doping and whereabouts violations. The cases, involving substances like Mephentermine and Stanozolol, have led to exclusions from major competitions and highlight a lack of awareness among athletes regarding anti-doping rules and personal responsibility.

Bombay High Court Upholds Goa Municipalities Ordinance, Sets January 2 Deadline for Elections. The court held that no government can choose a politically convenient date for elections whose periodicity is fixed by the Constitution

Barrister Iftikhar Ali Gillani was elected prime minister of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on Friday. He secured 30 votes in the legislative assembly while his challenger received 14 votes. Recent elections were marred by violent protests and widespread allegations of rigging. Gillani was elected on a reserved seat after losing a direct contest. Protests against reserved seats continue, potentially escalating after this election.

Nagendra has also announced his decision to quit the membership of the Legislative Assembly and challenged the BJP to face him the elections

Srinagar, Aug 28: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Friday said that the abrogation of article 370 inflicted a deep wound into the emotions of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He said that Congress and BJP are equally responsible because Congress had already hollowed this article out over the years while BJP revoked it completely. He made these remarks today while addressing a public convention in Tral today. The event, organised by the party, attracted a large gathering of loc

Protests led by students seeking better school environments have expanded beyond national dialogues into local communities. The 'School Thik Karo' movement exposed various deficiencies in government schools nationwide. In reaction, state authorities have introduced new laws and hastened development initiatives. This campaign has sparked a wave of youth activism and is impacting political strategies for upcoming elections, with a noticeable shift toward addressing educational reform and youth con

Posters describing TVK chief and Tamil Nadu actor Vijay as the future Prime Minister have appeared in Thoothukudi, drawing attention amid heightened political activity in the State ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.

Srinagar, Aug 28: Srinagar Member Parliament Aga Ruhullah Mehdi on Friday said that he will resign from Lok Sabha as well as National Conference on November 3, the 26th death anniversary of his father Aga Syed Mehdi. The disgruntled MP blamed NC leadership for reneging on its election promise to fight for the restoration of J&Ks special status under Article 370 and 35(A). Ruhullah confirmed to NDTV that he has decided to resign from Parliament and the primary basic membership of the National Con

Macworld Earlier this week, Apple surprised us with a brand-new Mac Studio powered by an M5 Ultra processor and up to 512GB of RAM. We expect that option, which wont be available until late October, will cost upwards of $15,000. That in itself will limit its availability to a very small percentage of Mac users. On top of that, given the 10- to 12-week backorder for the 256GB model just days after its release, we dont expect many people to actually get their hands on it anytime soon. So the peopl

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has approached the Madras High Court. He seeks to vacate an interim order restraining bye-election notifications for five constituencies. These constituencies have returned candidates who resigned from their seats. Vijay argues the Public Interest Litigation lacks locus standi and public interest. He contends stopping bye-elections deprives lakhs of people of representation.

The constituencies included Tiruchirappalli (East) Assembly segment, one of the two seats from where Vijay won in the April 2026 elections and resigned later

A federal judge blocked President Trump's executive order concerning mail-in ballots. This ruling came just days after the Supreme Court lifted a previous block. The order sought to restrict mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections. Judge Indira Talwani cited the impracticality and potential unconstitutionality of the directive. The Trump administration is expected to appeal this significant judicial decision.

A federal judge blocked President Trump's executive order concerning mail-in ballots. This ruling came just days after the Supreme Court lifted a previous block. The order sought to restrict mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections. Judge Indira Talwani cited the impracticality and potential unconstitutionality of the directive. The Trump administration is expected to appeal this significant judicial decision.

Thousands of protesters gathered in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities to condemn President Volodymyr Zelensky's government over corruption allegations and the firing of former Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Protesters accused the administration of ignoring public concerns and creating divisions in society. The unrest has intensified after Fedorov rejected a new government role and called for elections, while investigators continue examining an alleged money-laundering case linked to a senior o

The decision assumes political significance ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections scheduled for February 2027