December 17, 2025

ECI Flags Over 1.36 Crore Voter Discrepancies in West Bengal After Phase One SIR

The Election Commission of India identified 1.36 crore voters with discrepancies in West Bengal after phase one of the Special Intensive Revision process. Claims and objections are open till January 15.

December 17, 2025

Rajya Sabha Approves ₹41,455 Crore Extra Spending Including Fertilizer Subsidy

Rajya Sabha clears ₹41,455 crore additional expenditure for 2025-26. Key allocations include over ₹18,000 crore for fertilizer subsidy and ₹9,500 crore to support oil companies. Debate highlighted rising fertilizer use and State funding concerns.

December 17, 2025

Karnataka Faces Leadership Struggles in Congress, BJP Amid Assembly Session

Karnataka politics is tense as Congress leaders Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar clash over power sharing. BJP fights internal dissent under Vijayendra. JD(S) plans to boost Nikhil Kumaraswamy amid uncertain leadership.

December 17, 2025

Congress to Move No-Confidence Motion Against BJP in Haryana Assembly

Ahead of Haryana Assembly's Winter Session from December 18, Congress announces a no-confidence motion against BJP, accusing it of electoral fraud. Issues like pollution, drug abuse, and SYL canal will be raised in the session.

December 17, 2025

Tamil Nadu Waqf Board Claims Thirupparankundram Hill Summit Belongs to Dargah; Dispute Over Deepam Lighting

The Tamil Nadu Waqf Board told Madras High Court that the 1920 judgment shows Thirupparankundram hill summit and stone pillar belong to a dargah. The court continues to hear appeals against a temple order to light the Karthigai Deepam at the deepathoon.