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Veteran politician Sharad Pawar, president of the nationalist congress party (SP), has been admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital for a routine health check-up. The 85-year-old leader is undergoing tests and follow-up procedures, with sources confirming there is no serious concern. This comes after Pawar recently took his Rajya Sabha oath from a wheelchair.

Following the departure of seven Rajya Sabha MPs, a senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader claims two AAP Lok Sabha MPs may also leave the party. This follows recent shifts in the Rajya Sabha where AAP members aligned with the BJP, strengthening the NDA's position. Speculation over further exits continues.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann will meet President Murmu on May 5 to "safeguard the mandate of the people" following the defection of seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs to the BJP. Mann, accompanied by party MLAs, will press for the "recall" of the MPs, though legal provisions for such a recall are absent.

Early trends for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections show a significant shift, with the Congress-led UDF projected for a commanding victory, leading in over 100 seats. The ruling LDF faces strong anti-incumbency, while the BJP remains a marginal player. This outcome suggests a return to Kerala's traditional pattern of alternating governments.

Seven Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MPs have officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, bolstering the NDA's numbers in the Upper House. This move, facilitated by the anti-defection law's provision for two-thirds party mergers, sees the BJP's strength increase significantly. The party anticipates further gains by year-end, nearing a crucial two-thirds majority.

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis launched a nationwide campaign to raise awareness for the Women's Reservation Bill, aiming to collect one crore signatures. He criticized opposition parties for opposing the bill, accusing them of hindering women's rights and demonstrating an anti-women mindset. Fadnavis highlighted the bill's passage in 2023 and explained the constitutional process for its implementation.

Samajwadi Party's Bhiwandi unit has issued a show-cause notice to MLA Rais Sheikh for alleged anti-party activities and indiscipline, including campaigning for Congress candidates during local elections. The notice cites violations of party constitution and directives, with Sheikh denying receipt and calling allegations baseless. Internal rifts are highlighted amid reported differences with state president Abu Asim Azmi.

The BJP has secured its first chief minister in Bihar with Samrat Choudhary's election, marking a significant shift in the state's political landscape. This move mirrors the party's strategy in Maharashtra, where it reclaimed leadership by strategically strengthening its position within existing alliances, demonstrating a path to dominance without coalition breakdown.

In a significant turn, the Chhattisgarh High Court has sentenced former MLA Amit Jogi to life imprisonment for his role in the 2003 murder of NCP leader Ramavatar Jaggi, overturning his prior acquittal. This decision follows a prolonged legal battle after the CBI challenged the initial verdict. Jogi plans to appeal, while the victim's son hailed it as justice.

The Chhattisgarh High Court has overturned the acquittal of former legislator Amit Jogi in the 23-year-old murder case of NCP leader Ram Avatar Jaggi. The court found Jogi guilty and ordered him to surrender within three weeks. This verdict comes after the CBI appealed Jogi's earlier acquittal by a trial court due to alleged lack of evidence.

Nashik police arrested self-proclaimed godman Ashok Kharat in March 2026 on charges of repeated sexual assault, exploitation, and financial wrongdoing. A cascade of FIRs followed, with over 100 calls reporting various offenses, revealing a widespread alleged exploitation racket. The investigation expanded to include financial crimes and a political storm erupted, leading to resignations and calls for accountability.

nationalist congress party (NCP) leaders from western Maharashtra have strongly backed deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar's demand for a change in the DF coalition's seat-sharing formula for the upcoming assembly polls.

Factionalism in nationalist congress party (NCP) marred deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar's visit to the city on Sunday.

The nationalist congress party (NCP) on Saturday ousted Sangli mayor municipal corporation mayor Idris Naikwadi for being involved in "anti-party activities".

The nationalist congress party condemned the government’s decision to stop paying electricity bills for illumination equipment installed for churches, temples and mosques.

nationalist congress party (NCP) on Saturday reinstated Trajano D'Mello and Salim Sheikh on its state executive committee.

Three nationalist congress party (NCP) legislators of Nagaland — TM Lotha, Imtilemba Sangtam and Mmhonlumo Kikon - joined BJP on Monday.

Bad weather conditions forced nationalist congress party chief Sharad Pawar and chief minister Prithviraj Chavan to call off their joint rally scheduled in Beed district on Monday.