Indian politics 2026
Politics
Amit Shah Targets Rahul Gandhi Over SIR, Says He Won't Become PM
Amit Shah attacks Rahul Gandhi over the Special Intensive Revision of voter lists, accusing Congress of protecting infiltrators and opposing electoral reforms.
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Entertainment
Saif and Kareena Reunite on Koffee With Karan 9
Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor return to Koffee With Karan after 16 years, trading witty remarks with Karan Johar in the Season 9 teaser.
National
Justice Muralidhar Accuses Israel of Seeking to Reduce Palestinian Population
Justice Srinivasan Muralidhar has accused Israel of pursuing policies aimed at expanding its occupation while reducing the Palestinian population. He said a UN-appointed commission is collecting and preserving evidence of alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in the occupied Palestinian territories.
Entertainment
Hanuman Ansh Rights Dispute: Makers Issue Warning
The makers of Hanuman Ansh have issued a public warning over film rights, stating that no individual can independently claim authority over the project.
National
Over 18,000 Sign Petition Against Centre’s Draft Animal Cruelty Rules
More than 18,000 people have reportedly signed a PETA India petition opposing the Centre’s proposed laboratory animal rules. The organisation warns that the draft could weaken protections for animals used in experiments.
Politics
Srinagar MP Aga Ruhullah Set to Quit National Conference
Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi is expected to leave the National Conference, citing differences over the party’s political direction and principles.
World
China’s Anti-Corruption Purge Continues as 33 Central Committee Members Are Expelled
China’s Fifth Plenum confirmed the expulsion of 33 Central Committee members, including 16 generals, highlighting the continuation of Xi Jinping’s anti-corruption campaign. The developments have raised questions about PLA leadership, military readiness and Xi’s succession plans ahead of the 2027 Party Congress.
National
Six Indian Tourists Rescued After Heavy Snowfall in Nepal’s Shey-Phoksundo National Park
Six Indian tourists, including two women and four men, were rescued by a private helicopter after becoming stranded due to heavy snowfall in Nepal’s Shey-Phoksundo National Park area. All six were taken to a government hospital in Dolpa and were reported to be out of danger.
Politics
BJP’s UP Election Strategy: Revisiting the SP Government’s Record
Ahead of the 2027 UP Assembly elections, BJP is highlighting the Samajwadi Party’s past rule, while SP questions the focus on old political issues.