🇮🇳 Top 20 Indian Politics News Stories
Friday, September 25, 2026
Here are 20 significant political developments dominating Indian headlines today, with claims and allegations attributed to the relevant parties or institutions.
1. Congress Protest Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation
Congress workers and leaders held protests over the Election Commission’s handling of electoral-roll revision and demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The BJP has rejected the opposition’s allegations and defended the election process.
2. BJP Hits Back at Rahul Gandhi Over Election Commission Claims
BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi criticised Rahul Gandhi’s allegations concerning the Election Commission, arguing that the electoral process is legally sound. The BJP has also questioned the basis of reports concerning alleged differences within the poll panel.
3. SIR Controversy Remains at the Centre of Political Debate
The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls remains the principal political flashpoint, with opposition parties raising concerns about voter deletions and the Election Commission defending its procedures. The controversy is playing out across several states.
4. More Than 95,000 Uttarakhand Form 7 Applications Marked Ineligible
More than 95,000 of the 1.73 lakh Form 7 applications examined during Uttarakhand’s SIR were classified as ineligible, according to the Chief Electoral Officer’s office. Officials said the category includes applicants who did not provide requested documents or did not appear for verification; affected voters can seek inclusion through Form 6.
5. Goa Voter-Deletion Row Escalates
Opposition parties in Goa have raised concerns over the treatment of 97 voters whose eligibility was questioned during the electoral-roll revision. The Goa CEO said these cases were processed separately, while opposition parties have demanded that eligible voters be restored to the rolls.
6. Supreme Court Seeks Timeline in TMC Name and Symbol Dispute
The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission to provide a timeframe for deciding the dispute involving the Trinamool Congress’ name and election symbol. The matter has political significance ahead of upcoming electoral contests.
7. BJP Announces New Organisational Appointments
The BJP has announced organisational general secretaries and other appointments in several election-bound states. The moves form part of the party’s preparations for forthcoming electoral and organisational challenges.
8. Nitin Nabin Holds ‘Know Your BJP’ Meeting With Diplomats
BJP president Nitin Nabin met diplomats and heads of mission from eight countries under the party’s “Know Your BJP” initiative. Representatives from Armenia, Egypt, Vietnam, Bhutan, Suriname, the Philippines, Argentina and Tajikistan participated, according to the party.
9. Rahul Gandhi Remains Central to Congress’ Election Commission Campaign
Rahul Gandhi continues to lead the Congress’ political criticism of the Election Commission, with the party seeking greater accountability over electoral-roll revision. The BJP has responded by challenging the Congress’ interpretation of the electoral process.
10. Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar Seeks Fresh SIR
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has called for a fresh Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and demanded action concerning the Election Commission’s handling of the process. The issue has added another state-level dimension to the national SIR debate.
11. RSS Plans Major Delhi Gathering to Mark Centenary
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat is planning a major Delhi gathering on November 29 to conclude centenary celebrations. The organisation is reportedly planning an event involving around one lakh uniformed swayamsevaks.
12. Ladakh Marks One Year Since 2025 Violence
Ladakh is witnessing renewed political discussion one year after the violence of September 2025. Activist Sonam Wangchuk has called for greater political accountability and reiterated demands concerning constitutional protections and Ladakh’s political status.
13. J&K Panchayat Elections Remain Uncertain
The timing of Jammu and Kashmir’s next panchayat elections remains unclear. While the election authorities have indicated that formal preparations have been completed, the government has said polling will take place at an “appropriate time.”
14. Sonam Wangchuk Demands Amit Shah’s Resignation Over Ladakh Issue
On the anniversary of last year’s Ladakh unrest, Sonam Wangchuk has called for Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s resignation and renewed his criticism of the Centre’s handling of Ladakh’s political demands. His comments represent his stated position on the issue.
15. Congress and BJP Continue Political Exchange Over Electoral Processes
The Congress-BJP confrontation over the Election Commission has intensified, with Congress demanding accountability and the BJP arguing that the opposition’s allegations are unfounded. The dispute has increasingly become a national political issue rather than a state-specific controversy.
16. Akhilesh Yadav Signals Seat-Sharing Approach in Uttar Pradesh
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has indicated that future alliance arrangements in Uttar Pradesh should take into account which party is best positioned to win individual constituencies. The comments come amid continuing discussions over opposition coordination.
17. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Reiterates Support for Rahul Gandhi
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has publicly reiterated his support for Rahul Gandhi, saying that his political ambition is focused on seeing Gandhi become prime minister. The remarks came while Reddy received the Aryadan Mohammed Award in Kerala.
18. President Returns Anti-Goonda Bill for Reconsideration
The President has returned an anti-Goonda Bill for reconsideration after the Centre raised concerns about possible overlap with central legislation, including the NDPS Act. The development illustrates the constitutional process surrounding state legislation requiring presidential consideration.
19. SFI Instagram Account Case Comes Before Delhi High Court
The Centre told the Delhi High Court that it will decide an appeal concerning the suspension of the Students’ Federation of India’s Instagram account within four weeks. The court disposed of the petition after recording the government’s undertaking.
20. Political Attention Turns to Upcoming West Bengal Nandigram Bypoll
The October 6 Nandigram bypoll remains an important political contest, with Congress candidate Milan Pradhan currently in judicial custody. His wife, Arpita Pradhan, has announced plans to campaign on his behalf and alleged political misuse of power; those allegations have not been established by the court.
