Governance

The CPI(M) extended state committee meeting in Kozhikode concluded with limited organisational changes and no replacement of the party’s top leadership. The meeting focused on strengthening the organisation and addressing concerns following the party’s loss of power in Kerala.

Telangana is facing a significant rainfall deficit, with farmers in several districts reporting crop stress and losses. The state Assembly is scheduled to discuss the effects of El Niño and possible remedial measures as concerns grow over water availability and agricultural output.

The Kerala government is drafting a new law to regulate elderly care homes and establish standards for their management and staffing. The proposed legislation comes as the state faces growing challenges linked to its ageing population.

The Odisha government is reviewing major development programmes and infrastructure projects as it focuses on implementation, public services and district-level development. The review comes amid continued political discussion over governance and delivery of government schemes.

The Aam Aadmi Party and Goa Forward Party have announced a pre-poll alliance ahead of the 2027 Goa Assembly elections, bringing a new alliance arrangement into the state’s political landscape.

The BJP has nominated former IAS officer Devashish Sharma as its candidate for the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election in Assam. His recent resignation from the civil service and quick entry into electoral politics has triggered criticism from the Congress, putting the spotlight on the political battle in the constituency.

Rajasthan's urban local-body elections have concluded with a strong voter turnout of 70.68% in the second phase. With polling now over, attention has shifted to the Elections Results, while allegations of clashes, EVM glitches and bogus voting have added tension to the political contest.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has promised a comprehensive overhaul of the Maharashtra Public Service Commission after meeting student representatives and hearing concerns about the commission's functioning. The move comes amid growing pressure over examination-related issues and demands for greater transparency.

The Uttar Pradesh government has expanded cashless medical treatment facilities to additional groups, including teachers, Prantiya Rakshak Dal personnel, cooks and Anganwadi workers and helpers. With the 2027 Assembly elections approaching, the BJP is highlighting healthcare and welfare measures as part of its political strategy.

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut's criticism of officials during a development meeting in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi has triggered a political controversy. Her remarks over the use of sanctioned funds and delays in development projects have drawn attention from both BJP and Congress leaders.

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.

The Andhra Pradesh government has launched a statewide youth outreach programme focused on employment and development initiatives. Ministers, MPs, MLAs and MLCs are expected to meet students and young people as part of the campaign.