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National politics has witnessed a fresh Congress-BJP confrontation over Sonia Gandhi’s upcoming memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love. HarperCollins India will publish the book on November 10, 2026, after Penguin Random House India and Gandhi’s team failed to reach an agreement over the manuscript. The dispute has triggered a wider debate over political memoirs, editorial independence and alleged censorship.

Rajasthan’s urban local body elections have turned into a major political contest between the BJP and Congress. The first phase witnessed clashes, allegations of irregularities and voting-related complaints, while Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma intensified the BJP’s campaign ahead of the next phase.

The Maratha reservation issue has once again intensified in Maharashtra as activist Manoj Jarange-Patil continues to press the state government over Kunbi certificates and reservation demands. The prolonged agitation has created fresh political pressure on the Devendra Fadnavis-led government.

Karnataka BJP has intensified its political campaign against the Congress government through the Ballari Chalo padayatra. BJP state president B Y Vijayendra has criticised the government over alleged corruption, farmer-related concerns and administrative issues as the party prepares for a major public meeting in Ballari.

The Enforcement Directorate has conducted searches at 18 locations linked to Karnataka PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, his daughter and Chikkodi MP Priyanka Jarkiholi in connection with investigations involving sugar-industry and Africa-linked business transactions. The action has triggered a fresh political challenge for the Congress government in Karnataka.

Uttarakhand politics has intensified after police registered an FIR over an alleged “purification” ceremony at Haldwani’s Ramlila Maidan following Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s rally. The BJP and Congress have intensified their political attacks as both parties focus on the Dalit vote ahead of the 2027 Assembly election.

Madhya Pradesh MBBS interns have ended a three-day protest after the state government agreed to increase their monthly stipend by 50%. The protest, which also raised questions over police action against demonstrators, has brought healthcare, youth employment and government accountability back into the political spotlight.

The upcoming Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly bypolls are emerging as a major political test in Tamil Nadu. The BJP has announced full support for AIADMK, adding a new dimension to the contest as the newly formed TVK government faces its first direct electoral challenge.

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav has introduced blue into the party's visual identity, signalling a possible new outreach strategy towards Dalit voters ahead of future elections in Uttar Pradesh.

West Bengal’s political landscape has entered a new phase following the 2026 Assembly election, with the BJP government facing growing scrutiny over governance, internal party challenges and opposition pressure.

Maharashtra’s political landscape continues to evolve as parties compete for influence, governance remains under scrutiny, and changing voter expectations shape the state’s future political direction.

Karnataka continues to remain a key political battleground as the government faces questions over development, welfare, infrastructure and governance, while opposition parties work to strengthen their political strategy.

Uttar Pradesh remains central to India’s political landscape, with governance, employment, infrastructure, law and order and welfare programmes continuing to influence political debate across the state.

Bihar’s political landscape remains closely connected to issues such as employment, development, infrastructure, education and welfare, with political parties working to strengthen their positions among voters across the state.

Telangana’s political landscape continues to evolve as the government focuses on development and welfare while opposition parties seek to strengthen their presence and address issues concerning employment, agriculture and public services.

With the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly election approaching, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has intensified his outreach across the state, focusing on development projects and welfare initiatives in constituencies where the BJP faces a tougher political challenge.

Karnataka’s farm loan waiver demand has become a major political issue, with an all-party delegation seeking the Centre’s intervention and financial support amid concerns over the impact of drought on farmers.

Bengaluru Police have registered a Zero FIR against Uttarakhand BJP members and others over an alleged purification ritual at Haldwani’s Ramlila Ground following a rally addressed by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. The case has triggered a fresh political controversy over allegations of caste discrimination.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Goa for three days, with meetings involving BJP ministers, MLAs and the party’s core committee expected to be a key part of his programme.

Sonia Gandhi’s upcoming memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love, is set to be published in India by HarperCollins on November 10, 2026. The book has attracted political attention following the change in its Indian publisher and is expected to offer a personal perspective on Sonia Gandhi’s life, political journey, and India’s modern political history.

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.

BJP MP D.K. Aruna has said that the party has held no discussions about inviting former Telangana minister Konda Surekha to join the BJP following her removal from the state Cabinet. The development comes amid political speculation over Surekha’s future and growing debate within Telangana Congress.

Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has intervened in the ongoing protest by Adivasi students in Pune, urging Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to personally engage with the students and address their grievances. The protest centres on rules governing government-run tribal hostels, including age eligibility and concerns over hostel facilitie

Amit Shah remains a prominent BJP leader whose political career has been closely associated with party organisation, electoral strategy, governance, and national politics.