August 4, 2026

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Odisha Assembly Erupts in Chaos as Opposition Demands Health Minister’s Resignation Over Hospital Fire

The Odisha Assembly was thrown into chaos as Opposition members staged a protest, calling for the Health Minister's resignation over a devastating hospital fire that claimed 12 lives at the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack, alleging government negligence and demanding accountability.

Assam Assembly Elections 2026: Himanta Biswa Sarma Files Nomination, Congress Forms Alliance with Raijor Dal

The Assam Assembly elections are gaining momentum, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma filing his nomination and the Congress party forming an alliance with Raijor Dal, marking significant developments in the election landscape.

Mamata Banerjee Slams Election Commission’s Transfer of Bengal Officials as Threat to Constitutional Integrity

Mamata Banerjee criticizes the Election Commission's transfer of Bengal officials, accusing the Commission of undermining India's democratic institutions and compromising the integrity of the electoral process.

Assam Assembly Elections 2026: Congress Unveils Third List of Candidates as BJP Rebel Joins Asom Gana Parishad

The Congress party has released its third list of candidates for the Assam Assembly elections 2026, as BJP rebel Basanta Das joins the Asom Gana Parishad, adding a new twist to the election dynamics in the state.

West Bengal Assembly Election Sees New Developments as Left Front Unveils Candidate List and BJP Eyes New Recruit

The West Bengal Assembly election is heating up with the Left Front releasing its second list of candidates and the BJP considering a new recruit, the mother of the R.G. Kar Medical College rape and murder victim, who may join the party and potentially galvanize support.

Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Stalemate: CPI(M) Holds Firm on Six Seat Demand as Talks with DMK Reach Impasse

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) is refusing to back down from its demand for six seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, causing a stalemate in talks with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, with the future of their alliance hanging in the balance as the election approaches.

BJP Announces Second List of 111 Candidates for 2026 West Bengal Assembly Polls

The BJP has announced its second list of 111 candidates for the West Bengal Assembly elections, featuring seasoned politicians, former law enforcement officers, film personalities, and first-time contenders, as the party aims to contest all 294 seats in the state.

Assam Election 2026: BJP Unveils 88 Candidates, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma to Contest Again from Jalukbari

The BJP has released its first list of 88 candidates for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, naming Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma as the party's candidate from Jalukbari, as it kicks off its campaign to retain power in the northeastern state.

Black Cube Slovenia Election Scandal: Israeli Spy Firm, Leaked Tapes and Corruption Claims Shake Robert Golob vs Janez Janša Race

Slovenia's parliamentary election has been thrown into turmoil by allegations that Israeli spy firm Black Cube interfered in the campaign, with leaked recordings and claims of corruption threatening to upend the outcome, as Prime Minister Robert Golob and opposition leader Janez Janša engage in a bitter and dramatic contest.

Assam Elections 2026: Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi Quits Party and Joins BJP in Major Pre-Poll Blow

In a major pre-poll blow to the Congress, sitting Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi has quit the party and joined the BJP, adding momentum to the ruling camp ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections. Bordoloi's move is seen as a significant development, underscoring the turbulence inside the Assam Congress and giving the BJP a symbolic and practical advantage.

‘Loved Us, Married Modi’: Parliament Erupts in Laughter as Mallikarjun Kharge Jokes About HD Deve Gowda

In a rare display of humor, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge joked that HD Deve Gowda had "loved" the Congress but "married" PM Modi, leaving the Parliament in stitches and highlighting the complexities of Indian politics.

Puducherry Elections 2024 BJP NR Congress Alliance on Brink of Collapse Over Latchiya Dravida Jananayaga Katchi Inclusion

The BJP-NR Congress alliance in Puducherry is on the verge of collapse due to the inclusion of Latchiya Dravida Jananayaga Katchi, led by Charles Martin, in the NDA fold, sparking a rift between the two parties ahead of the upcoming elections.

Bengal Elections 2026: Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress to Contest 291 Seats, Suvendu Adhikari’s BJP Sets Stage for High-Stakes Showdown

The West Bengal elections are set to be a high-stakes showdown between Mamata Banerjee's TMC and Suvendu Adhikari's BJP, with the TMC announcing it will contest 291 out of 294 assembly constituencies, leaving the remaining three seats to its ally, the Bharatiya Gorkha Prajatantrik Morcha (BGPM).

Women’s Reservation Act Rollout Sparks Heated Debate as Congress Demands All-Party Meeting

The Congress party has reiterated its demand for an all-party meeting to discuss the Women's Reservation Act, aiming to reserve one-third of seats in the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies for women, amidst concerns over the implementation timeline and its impact on Indian politics.

Rajya Sabha Elections 2026 Results: NDA Sweeps Bihar, Gains Ground in Odisha, Haryana Poll Hit by Controversy

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has made significant gains in the 2026 Rajya Sabha elections, winning all five seats in Bihar and making inroads in Odisha, while the election in Haryana was marred by controversy and procedural disputes, highlighting the growing polarization in state politics and concerns about electoral transparency.

Lok Sabha Revokes Suspension of Opposition MPs as Parliament Budget Session Heats Up Amid Protests and Adjournments

The Lok Sabha has revoked the suspension of 8 Opposition MPs, marking a significant development in the ongoing Parliament Budget Session, as the government and Opposition continue to clash over various issues, including the recent suspension and the Appropriation Bill 2026.