J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah faces growing demands from within his National Conference (NC) party to expand his cabinet, nearly two years after taking office. Opposition BJP claims expansion could lead to government collapse, while NC members cite performance issues and departmental overload.
The ruling Congress secured five out of seven seats in Karnataka's legislative council elections, exceeding expectations due to alleged cross-voting from BJP and JD(S) members. BJP won two seats, while JD(S) lost its candidate. The results are seen as a boost for CM D.K. Shivakumar's government.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema stated that forensic reports confirm the individual in an alleged sacrilege video is not Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The opposition Shiromani Akali Dal is accused of defamation.
RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav accused Nitish Kumar of orchestrating the withdrawal of Z plus security for himself and his wife, Rabri Devi. The move sparked controversy, with RJD workers taking over guarding duties at their Patna residence.
Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) faces a potential split as reports suggest at least six of its nine Lok Sabha MPs are in talks with Eknath Shinde's faction. Shinde's 'Operation Tiger' aims to secure enough MPs to legally split the party, a move that could weaken Thackeray's leadership and bolster the NDA.
Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) faces a potential split as reports suggest six of its nine Lok Sabha MPs are in talks with Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde for 'Operation Tiger'. Shinde's move aims to strengthen his hold on the Shiv Sena legacy, mirroring the 2022 split.
Chief ministers from India's southern states and Puducherry hold 84% of total declared assets nationwide, totaling Rs 3,028 crore. Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar leads with Rs 1,413 crore, followed by Andhra Pradesh's Chandrababu Naidu (Rs 931 crore) and Joseph Vijay (Rs 648 crore).
Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim expressed hope for "100% development" under the new BJP administration led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, signaling a potential shift in stance amid a major Trinamool Congress rebellion. Hakim stated the need to rise above party politics and work together for the state's progress.
Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj declared Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann 'anti-Panth' and 'anti-Guru' following a review of an alleged viral video showing alcohol sprinkling on Sikh guru images. Sikh high priests advised the Khalsa community against associating with Mann and summoned AAP Sikh MLAs who supported a sacrilege-related law.
Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan strongly criticized the Vice-Chancellors of Kerala, Mahatma Gandhi, and Malayalam universities for attending an event with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, calling their presence a "grave lapse" and demanding an apology.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami promised the "strictest possible action" after a fatal clash in Dehradun. A dispute over water for fields led to violence, leaving one dead and three injured. The residence of an accused was demolished.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath condemned derogatory social media comments against Akhilesh Yadav's daughter, stating such remarks are unacceptable and directed police to take action. He urged Yadav to ensure his party workers also exercise restraint in their language.
DMK president M.K. Stalin accused Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's government of functioning as a 'xerox copy' of the BJP, alleging attempts to weaken the opposition by inducting AIADMK MLAs. Stalin also criticized the government's handling of women's safety issues and the alleged involvement of ruling party functionaries in recent crimes.
A man identified as Sony Thomas from Attingal was arrested for allegedly making threatening phone calls to Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan and his family. The accused reportedly made two calls to the Thiruvananthapuram police command center, stating he disliked Satheesan and inquiring about security arrangements. Police apprehended Thomas, who was allegedly intoxicated at the time.
A joint operation by Kolkata Police, Paschim Medinipur Police, and central security forces conducted an overnight search at the Kalighat residence of TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee, sparking political controversy. Police stated the search was linked to a land-related case at Salboni police station, seeking an aide of Banerjee.
Anna Lezhneva, wife of newly appointed Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, shared an emotional social media post detailing the struggles and sacrifices behind his political success. She highlighted the public's view of victory versus the private 'exhaustion, humiliation, and uncertainty' he endured, expressing immense pride in his perseverance.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis directed officials to help landless farmer Kashinath Gaikwad choose a healthy bull after a replacement provided by the animal husbandry department was found unfit. The farmer's plight gained attention after a video of his wife yoked to a plough went viral, drawing criticism from opposition parties.
TMC Rajya Sabha MP Prakash Chik Baraik resigned on Thursday, becoming the third party member to quit the Upper House amid growing unrest. His resignation follows similar moves by Sukhendu Sekhar Roy and Sushmita Dev, deepening concerns about dissent within the party.
Former AIADMK minister P Benjamin and his supporters have joined the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu, marking a significant political shift and continuing exodus from the opposition party. The move occurred in Chennai in the presence of Chief Minister MK Stalin.
Hausabai Gaikwad stepped in to pull a plough after lightning killed her family's bull, highlighting the plight of landless farmers. The viral images prompted swift action from Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, leading to the family receiving a new bull and financial aid.
Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay awarded R. Praggnanandhaa Rs 50 lakh and a memento for winning the Norway Chess tournament, becoming the first Indian to achieve this feat.
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar responds to Ramalinga Reddy's resignation over portfolio allocation, assures resolution, citing their close friendship and Reddy's commitment to staying in Congress.
Karnataka minister R Ramalinga Reddy resigned 2 days after taking oath, citing dissatisfaction with his allocated Water Resources portfolio, claiming he was promised Bengaluru Development, which went to Krishna Byre Gowda instead.
Several Indian Union ministers carpooled to a cabinet meeting, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's suggestion to reduce vehicle fleets. This move emphasizes sustainability and leads by example amid global energy concerns.
