Delhi Politics

India’s national political debate has intensified after senior Congress leader P Chidambaram questioned the tangible benefits India has received from recent BRICS summits. The BJP strongly defended the government’s BRICS engagement, turning the issue into a fresh political debate over India’s foreign policy and global influence.

Political tensions have intensified in West Bengal ahead of the upcoming bypolls, with rival Trinamool Congress factions set to appear before the Election Commission over the party’s name and election symbol. The dispute could have significant implications for the upcoming electoral contest.

The Cauvery water dispute has intensified after the CWMA upheld an order directing Karnataka to release 6,000 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days. Karnataka has opposed the decision, citing drought conditions and declining reservoir inflows, and is considering approaching the Supreme Court.

India is set to host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12–13, 2026, with the Modi government expected to focus on economic cooperation, global governance reforms, strategic autonomy and stronger coordination among emerging economies.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar says India remains in continuous contact with Russia and Ukraine as New Delhi explores diplomatic efforts that could help reduce tensions and support a path towards peace.

Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss key issues concerning the Union Territory, including the demand for early restoration of statehood and governance-related matters.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is participating in the centenary celebrations of Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) in New Delhi on September 5, 2026. The event marks 100 years of the prestigious institution and coincides with Teachers’ Day. Modi is also scheduled to address the gathering.

The FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 has been referred to a 31-member Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for detailed examination. The committee, chaired by BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal, will review the proposed changes and concerns raised by political parties and stakeholders.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Giorgia Meloni after she became Italy’s longest-serving post-war Prime Minister, completing 1,413 consecutive days in office. The milestone highlights Meloni’s political longevity and comes as India-Italy relations continue to strengthen across strategic and economic areas. Read the latest political news and analysis on Indian Rajniti – www.indianrajneeti.com

The Opposition has been seeking greater clarity on the government's plans and has raised concerns about how a future delimitation exercise could affect the political representation of different states.

The upcoming Nandigram Assembly bypoll has triggered fresh political discussions in West Bengal after a Congress leader claimed that the Trinamool Congress had offered the seat to Congress. The TMC denied making such a proposal, adding another point of contention ahead of the October 6 bypoll.

The Supreme Court has resumed final hearings in petitions concerning the Shiv Sena split and the disqualification of MLAs from the Eknath Shinde-led faction. The Shinde camp is defending the Election Commission’s decision recognising its organisational majority in the party dispute.