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Punjab Congress Chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring Set to Quit, Vijay Inder Singla Frontrunner for Post
Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has resigned amid months of factional infighting within the state unit, with former minister Vijay Inder Singla emerging as the frontrunner to replace him ahead of the 2027 Assembly polls.
Karnataka CM's Sit-In Protest Outside CEO's Office in Bengaluru Over Alleged Deletion of 4.5 Lakh Voters, Demands FIR
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, along with Cabinet colleagues and MLAs, staged a sit-in outside the Chief Electoral Officer's office in Bengaluru on Thursday, demanding an FIR over alleged "electoral fraud" during the ongoing SIR of electoral rolls.
Everyone Has Equal Right to Access Justice': Supreme Court Refuses Judicial Officer's Plea Seeking Expedited Hearing
The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to entertain a petition filed by a former judicial officer seeking an expedited hearing of his pending plea before the Allahabad High Court, asserting that everyone has an equal right to access justice.
Will Rahul Gandhi Be PM Face in 2029? Mamata Banerjee Keeps Mum, Here's What She Said Next
Asked after the INDIA bloc meeting whether Rahul Gandhi would be the opposition's prime ministerial candidate in 2029, Mamata Banerjee gave no direct answer and chose to stay silent on the question.
ECI's Form 6 and Annexure D Row: Ashok Lavasa, OP Rawat Back Objecting Commissioners
According to reports, Sandhu and Joshi raised objections over 10 months and at least 14 times regarding changes made to Form 6 during the SIR rollout, arguing that the statutory form could not be altered without an amendment to the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960, through the prescribed legal procedure. The two commissioners said Form 6 itself was not changed, but that applicants seeking registration as new voters were required to separately submit an Annexure D declaration mapping themselves and their parents or grandparents to the previous SIR electoral roll, and that this could not be completed without answering, despite being marked "non-mandatory." In his dissent note, Commissioner Sandhu cautioned that inserting incomplete and unauthorised declarations could cause problems for young and first-time voters, potentially resulting in their being denied voting rights. Former CEC OP Rawat and former Commissioner Ashok Lavasa, both retired from the Election Commission, backed these objections, with Rawat separately remarking that the SIR exercise had generated fear among voters, which he called unfortunate for a democracy. The ECI, for its part, has rejected reports of internal differences, saying the SIR orders, including the additional declaration requirement, were approved unanimously by the full Commission, and that Form 6 was never formally amended.
INDIA Bloc Announces 'Save Democracy' Marches from Oct 2-8, MPs to March to ECI on Oct 6
The INDIA bloc announced district-level "Save Democracy" marches across the country from October 2 to 8, along with a joint march by all opposition MPs to the Election Commission on October 6, over the SIR row and allegations against CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
EC Reverts Form 6 to Original Format; Extra Declaration Now Only for SIR States
The Election Commission has reverted Form 6 to its original format on its online portal, restricting the extra SIR-related declaration to only the 13 states where the Special Intensive Revision is currently underway.
SC Agrees to Hear Plea Seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar's Suspension Next Week
The Supreme Court agreed on Tuesday to hear next week a PIL seeking the suspension of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over how the Election Commission has been taking decisions during the SIR of electoral rolls.
Seva Sankalp Yatra Reaches Mozhari, Pays Tribute to Tukdoji Maharaj's Legacy
The Vadnagar-to-Varanasi Seva Sankalp Yatra reached Mozhari in Amravati district, where it was welcomed at Gurukunj Ashram. The programme included tree planting, distribution of school supplies and felicitation of sanitation workers.
Sonam Wangchuk Apologises for Comparing Ladakh Situation with Tibet
Sonam Wangchuk apologised after the Central Tibetan Administration objected to his comparison between the situation in Ladakh and Tibet. Wangchuk said he was referring specifically to the events in Leh on September 24, 2025.
CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Criticises Assam Police Action Over Detentions
Assam Police detained Cockroach Janta Party co-convener Ashutosh Ranka and several volunteers ahead of a planned meeting in Guwahati. The CJP alleged that police restricted access to the venue and prevented its legal counsel from speaking with those detained.
Manipur Under AFSPA Again: Entire State Declared ‘Disturbed Area’, 13 Police Station Zones Excluded: Key Highlights, Ground Reality & In-Depth Strategic Overview
The Ministry of Home Affairs has classified the entire state of Manipur as a "disturbed area" under the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, effective for six months starting October 1, 2026. However, areas under 13 designated police stations are excluded. This extensive report delves into the key drivers, official confirmations, and regional ramifications shaping the story across Indian Politics.
SC To Hear YouTuber's Plea, Who Flagged Ram Temple Donation Theft, Challenging FIR Against Him In Road Rage Case: Comprehensive Analysis, Key Developments & Strategic Impact
Aug 25, 2026
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Aug 29, 2026
Black Panther and Leopard Sightings Trigger Panic in Dandeli Residential Areas
Aug 20, 2026
India's Nuclear Future Secured: PM Modi Forges Landmark Long-Term Uranium Supply Agreement with Uzbekistan, Elevating Bilateral Ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Aug 31, 2026
BJP National Team Revamp: Who Replaces Whom in Big Shake‑Up
Aug 18, 2026