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Census 2027 First Phase to Begin April–September, Ministry of Home Affairs Issues Notification

8Jan

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Nation, Politics

Census 2027 First Phase to Begin April–September, Ministry of Home Affairs Issues Notification

New Delhi: The first phase of India’s Census 2027 will commence with the household listing exercise from April 1 to September 30, 2026, according to an official notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday. During this period, citizens will also have the option of self-enumeration for the first time in India’s census history. Two-Phase Digital Census Census 2027 will be conducted in two digital phases: April–September 2026: Household listing and dwelling enumeration across all states and Union Territories. Each state and UT will carry out the exercise over a 30-day period as specified by the respective administration. February 2027: Population enumeration. As per the MHA notification, the self-enumeration option will be available 15 days prior to ...

Bihar Jewellery Shop Mask Ban Sparks Political Face-Off Between NDA and RJD

8Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Bihar Jewellery Shop Mask Ban Sparks Political Face-Off Between NDA and RJD

A decision by jewellery traders in Bihar to restrict entry into jewellery shops while wearing masks, hijabs or helmets has snowballed into a full-fledged political controversy, with the ruling NDA government and the opposition Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) coming face to face over the issue. The traders’ move, citing security concerns, has triggered sharp reactions across the political spectrum, turning what began as a business decision into a highly polarised political debate. NDA Backs Traders’ Decision Bihar government minister Lakhendra Paswan openly supported the decision taken by the jewellery traders’ associations. He said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, good governance and transparency have been established in the state. “If shopkeepers have decid...

“I Am a Worker-Based Leader”: BJP State President Pankaj Chaudhary Confident of Landslide Victory in Uttar Pradesh in 2027

8Jan

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

“I Am a Worker-Based Leader”: BJP State President Pankaj Chaudhary Confident of Landslide Victory in Uttar Pradesh in 2027

Mau: Newly appointed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Uttar Pradesh President Pankaj Chaudhary on Thursday asserted that the party would form the government in the state with a thumping majority in the 2027 Assembly elections, banking on the strength and dedication of party workers. As part of his statewide tour, Chaudhary visited Mau district, a politically significant region ahead of the upcoming by-election before the 2027 polls. He travelled through Dohrighat, Amila, Ghosi, Kopaganj and Bhujauti Nagar, before proceeding towards Varanasi via Ghazipur Tiraha. Preparations for his welcome were seen at several locations along the route. The reception at the city’s selfie point was personally overseen by State Energy and Urban Development Minister Arvind Kumar Sharma, highlighting the imp...

Maharashtra Congress Vice-President Hidayatullah Patel Stabbed to Death Outside Mosque, Tension Grips Area

8Jan

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Maharashtra Congress Vice-President Hidayatullah Patel Stabbed to Death Outside Mosque, Tension Grips Area

Akola: Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee Vice-President and senior party leader Hidayatullah Patel (66) succumbed to his injuries on Wednesday morning after being brutally stabbed near a mosque in Akola district. The incident, which took place outside a mosque in Mohala village of Akot taluka, has triggered tension in the area, prompting the deployment of additional police forces. According to police officials, Patel was attacked with a sharp-edged weapon on Tuesday afternoon while he was leaving the Jama (Markaz) Mosque after offering prayers. The assailant allegedly stabbed him multiple times on the neck and chest, leaving him critically injured. Succumbed to Injuries During Treatment Following the attack, Patel was rushed to a private hospital in Akot, where he received in...

West UP Voter List Shakeup: SIR Review Alters Political Equations, Ministers and MLAs Impacted

7Jan

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

West UP Voter List Shakeup: SIR Review Alters Political Equations, Ministers and MLAs Impacted

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list in Uttar Pradesh has created a political stir, particularly in West UP, as party strategists and local leaders scramble to assess the impact ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Political analysts warn that the changes could disrupt established electoral equations and directly affect ministers and sitting MLAs. Major Cuts in Voter Rolls Across DistrictsIn Meerut district alone, 6,65,647 voters’ names were removed following the SIR exercise, leaving 20,34,185 registered voters. South Assembly constituency saw the highest cut with 1,54,739 names removed; this constituency is Muslim-majority and represented by MLA and Minister Somendra Tomar. BJP’s stronghold, Meerut Cantt, lost 1,49,000 voters, while Hastinapur constituency had 64,55...

Congress Criticizes Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar Over Amartya Sen Citizenship Notice

7Jan

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Congress Criticizes Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar Over Amartya Sen Citizenship Notice

The Congress party has targeted Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over the issuance of a notice to Nobel laureate Amartya Sen regarding proof of his citizenship. The party claimed that Kumar compromised the credibility of the Election Commission to appease Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a post on X, Congress stated: “Understand the SIR (Special Intensive Review) irregularity. The Election Commission sent a notice to Nobel laureate Amartya Sen to prove his citizenship. Gyanesh Kumar has undermined the credibility of the Election Commission just to please his master Modi.” The party described the notice sent to Amartya Sen as “distressing” and demanded an apology from both the Election Commission and the Prime Minister. The controversy began when Trinamool Congress leader Abhish...

BJP Claims Jawaharlal Nehru Opposed Somnath Temple Reconstruction: Political Debate Revives

7Jan

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BJP Claims Jawaharlal Nehru Opposed Somnath Temple Reconstruction: Political Debate Revives

As the nation prepares to celebrate the Somnath Swabhiman Festival, political debate over the reconstruction of the Somnath Temple has resurfaced. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has targeted former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, accusing him of opposing the temple’s rebuilding. Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had also remarked that Nehru was not in favor of the reconstruction. BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi shared a series of posts on the social media platform X on Wednesday, citing several letters written by Nehru. Trivedi claimed that Nehru did not want the Somnath Temple to be rebuilt, asserting that, while invaders like Mahmud of Ghazni and Alauddin Khilji had looted Somnath in the past, Nehru displayed the “most hatred” towards Lord Somnath in independent India. Nehru’s Lett...

Tej Pratap Yadav Seeks to Sweeten Bihar Politics with Makar Sankranti Invitation

7Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Tej Pratap Yadav Seeks to Sweeten Bihar Politics with Makar Sankranti Invitation

Patna, January 7, 2026: Tej Pratap Yadav, the elder son of Lalu Prasad Yadav and supremo of the Jan Shakti Janata Dal, is set to bring a festive flavor to Bihar politics this Makar Sankranti. On Wednesday, he personally visited Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sinha at his official residence to extend an invitation for a curd and flattened rice (dahi-chura) feast on January 14 at his Patna residence. Tej Pratap Yadav had earlier announced in the media that the Makar Sankranti celebration would be hosted by his party, with invitations extended to all political leaders, including the Chief Minister, Governor, Deputy Chief Minister, and Leader of Opposition. “The event will be celebrated with gur, curd, and flattened rice, and everyone is invited,” Tej Pratap said, emphasizing that media person...

Nitish Government’s Major Move: Officers to Meet Public Twice a Week

7Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Government’s Major Move: Officers to Meet Public Twice a Week

Patna, January 7, 2026: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has taken a significant step to address public grievances efficiently. All government officials responsible for resolving citizen issues have been instructed to meet the public at their offices starting January 19, 2026. The Chief Minister shared this update via social media on Wednesday, highlighting the government’s commitment to making governance more citizen-friendly. He noted that after the formation of the new state government on November 20, 2025, several key initiatives under the ‘Saat Nishchay-3’ (Seven Resolves-3) program have been implemented to ensure Bihar ranks among the most developed states in India. The seventh resolve, ‘Sabka Samman – Jeevan Aasaan’ (Respect for All – Life Made Easier), focuses on reducing every...

Ramnath Thakur: The JDU Leader Who Has Become PM Modi’s Favorite

7Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Ramnath Thakur: The JDU Leader Who Has Become PM Modi’s Favorite

Patna, January 7, 2026: In Bihar’s political landscape, one leader has recently emerged as a focal point for both the Janata Dal (United) and the Bharatiya Janata Party. Central Minister Ramnath Thakur, a prominent figure from the JDU, is now seen as a key strategist and potential leader within the party, earning admiration from BJP circles as well. JDU’s Search for a Trusted LeaderWithin the JDU, speculation is rife about organizational changes ahead of upcoming elections. Sources indicate that Ramnath Thakur is being considered for the position of state party president, replacing current provincial chief Umesh Kushwaha. The party is keen to place a trusted leader at the helm, someone capable of consolidating the Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) vote bank—a role that Thakur is seen as ...