Politics
Stay updated with the latest political developments in Odisha and across India. Covering elections, government policies, legislative updates, and key political debates, this section provides in-depth coverage of the political landscape.
Naveen Patnaik Meets 15 Municipal Chairpersons, Slams Govt’s Power Grab on Municipal Councils
In a significant political development, 15 chairpersons from various municipal councils in Odisha met former Chief Minister and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president Naveen Patnaik at the party's office on...
Sharad Pawar Distances Himself from Sunetra Pawar’s Deputy CM Appointment
In a surprising turn of events, veteran politician Sharad Pawar has clarified that he was not consulted about Sunetra Pawar’s appointment as Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister. Pawar revealed that the...
Fresh Leadership Chatter in BJD – Kalikesh Singh Deo Gains Open Support from Senior MLAs
After a brief lull, the question of leadership succession in the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has once again sparked intense discussion within the party. Junagarh MLA Divyashankar Mishra openly praised...
BJP Odisha Holds Key State-Level Meeting to Strengthen Grassroots Ahead of Panchayat Elections
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Odisha conducted a crucial state-level workers’ meeting on Thursday, tasking leaders with significantly expanding the party’s influence at the panchayat level in preparation for...
Odisha Rajya Sabha Elections: Congress Open to Alliance with BJD to Block BJP’s Sweep
Even before the official notification for the Rajya Sabha elections, political circles in Odisha are abuzz with calculations over the four seats falling vacant in March. With the BJP poised...
Succession Debate Intensifies in BJD: Western Odisha Leaders Back Kalikesh Singh Deo
Voices from Western Odisha are growing louder in the ongoing discussion over who will succeed Naveen Patnaik as the leader of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD). Junagarh MLA Captain Dibyashankar...
Congress and BJD Back Odisha Bandh, BJP Rejects Protest
The statewide Odisha Bandh called by Navnirman Krushak Sangathan on January 28 gained momentum after both Congress and BJD announced support. The bandh will run from 6 AM to 2...
Former Congress MLA Mohammed Moquim Announces Plans to Launch New Odisha-Centric Political Party
Former Congress MLA and senior political leader Mohammed Moquim has made a significant announcement regarding the formation of a new political party in Odisha, stating that the initiative has reached...
Odisha Panchayat Elections to Proceed on Schedule, Says State Election Commissioner
The Odisha State Election Commissioner, Madhusudan Padhi, has confirmed that the upcoming Panchayat elections will be held as per the scheduled timeline, after the completion of the current five-year term...
41 Mohammed Moquim Supporters Quit Congress in Mass Resignation
A major political development unfolded as supporters of Mohammed Moquim submitted mass resignations from the Congress party. A total of 41 leaders announced their exit, marking a significant setback for...
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