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Opposition parties criticized the Uttar Pradesh government’s directive banning caste-based rallies and symbols, calling it a mere eyewash. SP president Akhilesh Yadav questioned how the state plans to undo 5,000 years of deep-rooted caste discrimination. He also asked if caste-linked clothing, customs, and symbols would face similar restrictions.
Tejashwi Yadav’s projection as Mahagathbandhan’s CM face remains uncertain. Congress offered a cryptic response, saying all allies will decide together. Seat-sharing talks are pending, with RJD eyeing 150 seats. Internal tensions persist, especially with new entrants like JMM and RLJP, and Congress’s poor 2020 performance adds to alliance challenges.
Telangana CM Revanth urged officials to expedite land acquisition for the Hyd-Srisailam elevated corridor. He stressed timely completion and warned against delays due to minor issues. He said that farmers must be convinced of the benefits. He cautioned that negligent officials will face action and directed that compensation be completed by the end of October.
At Mysuru Dasara’s inauguration, CM Siddaramaiah lost his cool over crowd disruptions, asking misbehaving attendees to leave. Controversy also erupted over author Banu Mushtaq inaugurating the event, sparking criticism for her past remarks. Defending her, he said Dasara is inclusive and belongs to all, not tied to one caste or religious tradition.
Amit Shah praised PM Modi for giving India’s foreign policy a “spine,” contrasting it with earlier “spineless” diplomacy. He highlighted Modi’s firm stance on national security, especially against Pakistan. Shah also called Modi the most popular PM ever and noting he hasn’t taken a holiday in 24 years of service.
PM Modi, in a letter on GST reform day, urged citizens to buy and sell ‘Made in India’ products, promoting local artisans and industries. He praised GST changes, which simplify tax into two slabs—5% and 18%—reducing costs on essentials. Modi encouraged traders to embrace Swadeshi, saying the reforms will benefit all sections of society.
The ‘I Love Muhammad’ banner during a Barawafat procession in Kanpur triggered protests across India. Authorities claimed the issue was over placing it in a new location, not the slogan itself. FIRs, clashes, and detentions followed in several states. Politicians and religious leaders offered mixed reactions, calling for protection of religious expression.
The Karnataka High Court will hear pleas on September 23 seeking a stay on the ongoing Socio-Economic and Educational Survey. Petitioners argue it violates privacy by geo-tagging residents and linking Aadhaar data. The court expressed concern over irreversible data collection and agreed to urgently hear the case before the Dasara vacation.
The Supreme Court indicated it’s time to decriminalise defamation, marking a shift from its 2016 stance. While hearing a plea involving The Wire, Justice MM Sundresh supported reform. Defamation remains criminal under Section 356 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, replacing IPC Section 499, previously upheld in the Subramanian Swamy vs Union of India case.
Nepal PM Sushila Karki today expanded her cabinet with the 4 members to the Council of Ministers. They are former Justice Anil Kumar Sinha, Samata Foundation chairperson Madan Pariyar, Magsaysay winner Mahabir Pun, and TV anchor Jagdish Kharel. President Ram Chandra Paudel has administered the oath to them at Shital Niwas in Kathmandu.
Tensions rise in Lalu Yadav’s family as sons Tejashwi (RJD) and Tej Pratap (JJD) prepare for a political clash in Bihar 2025 polls. Tej Pratap announced his Mahua candidacy and hinted at contesting Raghopur, Tejashwi’s seat. Competing alliances, caste equations, and intra-family rivalry threaten to reshape Bihar’s political landscape and Lalu’s legacy.
Nearly a month after floods hit Jammu and Kashmir, thousands await relief as the government has yet to finalise damage assessments. CM Omar Abdullah urged officials to expedite the report before PM Modi’s visit. Over 5,000 homes and major infrastructure were damaged. Opposition leaders demand urgent compensation and faster rehabilitation efforts.
AP IT Minister Nara Lokesh announced that the DSC (teacher recruitment) will now be conducted annually. He stated that clarity on student admissions will be provided by the end of September. He added that efforts are ongoing to attract industrial investments to the state and to create 20 lakh job opportunities through sustained initiatives.
Inderjit Singh Gosal, a top aide to Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun and key organiser of the Khalistan referendum in Canada, has been arrested. He was previously held in November 2024 for a violent attack on Hindu devotees at Brampton’s Hindu Sabha Mandir. Peel Police released him after initial detention for the incident.
As per the directions from the Allahabad High Court, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi has ordered the removal of caste-based references from police records, public spaces, official formats and vehicles to end caste discrimination in the state. With this, all state departments will not mention castes in arrest memos, FIRs or any other police documents.