The West Bengal cabinet has approved creating 20% additional posts across state services. CM Mamata Banerjee cited a shortage of SDO-level officers and announced a committee to examine promotional avenues.
Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri calls for urgent intervention by PM Modi as the 16th Finance Commission withdraws revenue deficit grant, warning Rs 55,000 crore is at stake for Himachal Pradesh.
The Maharashtra government has officially withdrawn the 5% reservation quota for Muslims in education and jobs, a policy introduced in 2014. This move follows legal challenges and debates over constitutional validity.
Maharashtra's Social Justice Department has revoked a 5% reservation for Muslims in educational admissions and government jobs, nullifying a previous government resolution.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced an SIT to investigate alleged benami land transactions near Gaggal airport and Gagret, with strict action promised against illegal dealings.
The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation's annual budget for 2026-27 is likely to be delayed as the newly elected civic body has not yet formed its standing committee, which must approve the budget before presentation.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar hints at leadership change while 22 Congress MLAs fly to Australia-NZ despite party warnings, intensifying the power tussle with CM Siddaramaiah.
Bengal BJP announces a nine-phase 'Parivartan Yatra' across 294 assembly segments, with PM Modi to address the concluding rally. Amit Shah's visit to ISKCON temple in Mayapur sees heightened security.
Kasturi Goswami, daughter of former Left Front minister Kshiti Goswami, joined the BJP in Kolkata on Tuesday, along with former NSG commando Dipanjan Chakraborty and retired CRPF officer Biplab Biswas. This move follows her sister Vasundhara's earlier shi
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will hold a major political rally in Uchana, unveiling over Rs 103 crore in infrastructure projects. This marks the first CM-level rally in the influential Bangar region in over six years, following BJP MLA Devende
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was readmitted to a private hospital in Mohali for observation after experiencing exhaustion. His vital parameters are stable, and he is under medical supervision.
Haryana Assembly Speaker Harvinder Kalyan met Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi to address complaints from legislators about officials' discourteous behavior. Both sides emphasized mutual respect and adherence to ethical standards.
Residents of Parsvnath Planet in Lucknow protest as LDA orders demolition of a children's park and gazebo, citing building violations, while locals argue the facilities enhance community life.
Opposition Congress MLAs led by LOP Umang Singhar protested in Madhya Pradesh assembly over Bhagirathpura water contamination deaths, demanding justice for victims and resignation of Urban Administration Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya.
Aam Aadmi Party praises village defence committees as frontline warriors against drug mafia in Punjab, revealing over 300 arrests in 15 days through their confidential inputs.
NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule expresses shock over ACB raid in FDA minister Narhari Zirwal's office, demands CM Devendra Fadnavis reveal tip-off source and address corruption concerns.
The Maharashtra government transferred the deputy secretary of the minority development department amid a probe into 75 minority status certificates issued to educational institutes shortly after Ajit Pawar's death.
The Madhya Pradesh government acknowledged a severe shortage of veterinary doctors is hindering stray dog population control, as the issue sparked heated debate in the Budget session.
Chamiyari village in Amritsar, known for its folklore, faces severe challenges with water supply, roads, and sanitation, highlighting rural infrastructure gaps.
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal kickstarted his party's 2027 assembly election campaign in Qadian, promising government jobs exclusively for Punjabis, infrastructure projects, and cultural initiatives including a racecourse for Marwari h
Haryana Transport and Labour Minister Anil Vij suffers fractures in both feet after a fall at his residence, casting doubt on his participation in the upcoming state budget session beginning February 20.
A 25-year-old man, Avinash Kumar, died by suicide in Samastipur, recording a distressed video beforehand. Family links his death to emotional trauma after his wife's suicide two months ago.
Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda criticizes the state government for deteriorating security, industrial flight, and a proposed US trade deal harming farmers, ahead of a key assembly session.
Police used water cannons and barricades to disperse Haryana Youth Congress workers protesting alleged recruitment corruption and neglect of local candidates at the HPSC office in Panchkula.
Over 100 villagers in Trichy district blocked a road and protested against forest officials who apprehended three individuals for illegal rabbit hunting during Mahasivaratri. The protest ended after authorities released the detainees.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa dismissed allegations of mass deletions from electoral rolls during Special Intensive Revision, citing investigations and detailed procedures.
A heated exchange erupted in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly as SP MLA Sachin Yadav questioned the state government's policy on permissions for religious events and processions related to Dalit ideologues, alleging discrimination.
Farmers' associations in Tamil Nadu's Cauvery delta region express deep disappointment with the state's interim Agriculture Budget, citing lack of fresh relief measures like crop loan waivers, higher procurement prices, and unfulfilled election promises.
Samajwadi Party MLC Lal Bihari Yadav criticizes the UP Budget 2026-27, calling it a 'show-off' and pointing to low expenditure rates in key departments like social welfare and PWD.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced a significant increase in honorarium for Anganwadi workers, helpers, ASHA workers, and Shiksha Mitra during his legislative council speech.