Politics

News and views regarding the political landscape of India. From national political parties to regional news, we try and cut through the noise to explain how Indian politics is shaping up.

News Reports

Bhupen Borah to join BJP, says Assam Congress under Rakibul Hussain’s control, was sidelined in Samaguri by poll for Hussain’s son Tanzil

OpIndia Staff - 18 February, 2026

However, within a day, he made his decision public and confirmed that he would be joining the BJP, ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in the state.

Opinions

1 year of the BJP govt in Delhi: A governance shift from AAP’s subsidy politics to structural development

Dhruv Mishra - 17 February, 2026

Long-term infrastructure modernisation plans worth approximately ₹17,000 crore include underground cable expansion, grid strengthening, and installation of modern monitoring systems. The objective is to improve reliability, safety, and the quality of urban infrastructure by reducing reliance on overhead power distribution.

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Bangladesh: Hindu Nitai Roy Chowdhury, Buddhist Dipen Dewan inducted as full ministers in BNP-led cabinet

OpIndia Staff - 17 February, 2026

The inclusion of Hindu and Buddhist leaders in key ministerial roles comes amid scrutiny over minority representation in Bangladesh, particularly after reported attacks on Hindus following the political transition in August 2024.

News Reports

Election Commission suspends 7 West Bengal officials over serious lapses in electoral roll revision, says they cleared names without document verification

OpIndia Staff - 17 February, 2026

The Election Commission of India has suspended seven West Bengal officials for serious misconduct during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

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Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah resigns from Congress ahead of assembly polls, CM Himanta says he was sidelined within party

OpIndia Staff - 16 February, 2026

The former state president submitted his resignation to Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, saying he would await their response. Himanta Biswa Sarma indicated he would meet Borah, fuelling speculation over his next political move.

News Reports

MP Baijayant Panda comes to anganwadi to eat food prepared by Dalit cook, convinces villagers against casteism and solves a lingering problem

OpIndia Staff - 16 February, 2026

The villagers have agreed to send their children to the anganwadi centre starting from 16th February,

News Reports

“Election of Deception and Farce”: Former PM Sheikh Hasina alleges large-scale manipulation of votes in Bangladesh elections, claims Yunus administration inflated numbers after low...

OpIndia Staff - 13 February, 2026

The Bangladesh Awami League chief and exiled former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has strongly condemned the parliamentary elections and concurrent constitutional referendum held on...

Crime

Delhi: Woman assaulted during protests at DU in support of UGC guidelines, victim says attempts were made to strip and strangulate her because she...

OpIndia Staff - 13 February, 2026

A disturbing incident at Delhi University's North Campus, a woman was assaulted by a mob during a protest supporting the UGC caste regulations stayed...

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