Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has strongly criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah's recent advocacy for the acceptance of Hindi across India. In a social media statement, Stalin denounced Shah's remarks as an overt attempt to subjugate non-Hindi speakers, emphasizing that Tamil Nadu rejects any form of Hindi hegemony. He warned that such imposition could rekindle resistance reminiscent of the 1965 Anti-Hindi Imposition Agitations, urging the Union government to respect India's linguistic diversity. Stalin highlighted that promoting Hindi at the expense of regional languages undermines the nation's unity and cultural richness.  

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has accused the Delhi Assembly Speaker of unprecedentedly banning AAP MLAs from the assembly. She stated that this action is without precedent and has led to the suspension of five BJP MLAs who protested against her calling attention motion on alleged illegal interferences by the Lieutenant Governor in education matters. Atishi emphasized that such a ban has never occurred before, highlighting the unprecedented nature of the Speaker's decision.

The recent appointment of Dr. A. Shaija as Dean at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Calicut has sparked significant controversy. Dr. Shaija, a professor in the Electrical Engineering Department, had previously expressed admiration for Nathuram Godse, Mahatma Gandhi's assassin, on social media. On Gandhi's death anniversary, she posted a message stating she was "proud of Godse for the act," which has drawn sharp criticism from various quarters, including the Congress party. The party has demanded her immediate removal, arguing that her views are incompatible with the values upheld by an educational institution. NIT Calicut has yet to issue an official response regarding the matter.   

Rahul Gandhi skipped the holy dip at the Kumbh Mela for the second time, calling it a "government and photo-op event." Congress leaders like Sachin Pilot and DK Shivakumar, however, participated, signaling internal discomfort. The party’s leadership aims to counter BJP’s Hindu outreach but faces criticism for its stance. Gandhi previously declared himself a "janeu-dhaari Shiv bhakt" but dismissed the Ram Mandir ceremony as a BJP event. With Uttar Pradesh crucial for Congress, avoiding religious events could hurt its electoral prospects. Internal debates continue over balancing secularism with Hindu voter outreach.

The Centre has informed the Supreme Court that imposing a lifetime ban on politicians convicted in criminal cases is "harsh." The government contends that such a ban would be disproportionate and may infringe upon the rights of elected representatives. This statement was made in response to a petition seeking a lifetime ban on convicted politicians from contesting elections. The Supreme Court is currently deliberating on this matter, considering the implications for democracy and the rights of elected officials.

BJP Minister Dilip Jaiswal resigned ahead of Bihar's cabinet expansion. His resignation is seen as a strategic move to accommodate new members in the upcoming cabinet reshuffle. Jaiswal's departure is expected to influence the political dynamics within the state government. The BJP aims to strengthen its position by inducting new faces into the cabinet. This development has sparked discussions about the party's future strategies and the potential impact on governance in Bihar. The cabinet expansion is anticipated to address various administrative challenges and enhance the party's representation in the state.

Atishi defended AAP’s scrapped liquor policy, blaming BJP for obstructing its revenue goals. She claimed the Centre, CBI, and ED disrupted implementation by filing cases against AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia. “The CAG report confirms the policy was transparent and aimed at stopping black sales,” Atishi said. She argued BJP critics follow “headquarters pointers” instead of facts. The new policy had projected ₹9,000 crore in revenue, double the previous ₹4,100 crore. The Delhi Assembly saw uproar over the issue, leading to the suspension of 21 AAP MLAs, including Atishi, for three days.

The Delhi Assembly witnessed chaos as 15 AAP MLAs, including ex-Chief Minister Atishi, were suspended over protests against the BJP government. The uproar followed the tabling of the Comptroller and Auditor-General (CAG) report, which highlighted irregularities in Delhi's liquor policy under the AAP government. AAP leaders accused BJP of replacing Ambedkar and Bhagat Singh’s portraits with PM Modi’s in the CM’s office. BJP countered, calling it a distraction from corruption charges. AAP MLAs staged a protest outside the Assembly, demanding justice. BJP leaders vowed to expose further alleged scams. More protests are expected as additional reports are tabled.

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report revealed that Delhi’s scrapped liquor policy caused a ₹2,002 crore revenue loss. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta presented the report in the Assembly, leading to protests from AAP MLAs. The report highlighted irregularities, including ₹890 crore lost due to untendered licences and ₹144 crore waived against rules. Several AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, were arrested in connection with the scam. The BJP government promised to table all pending CAG reports. The session turned chaotic, resulting in the suspension of 12 AAP legislators, including former Chief Minister Atishi.

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin has declared the state's readiness for a "language war" against the Centre's National Education Policy (NEP), accusing it of imposing Hindi and threatening Tamil. He criticized the policy for undermining social justice and rejecting the NEP despite offers of financial aid. Stalin emphasized that the opposition is not to language itself but to the imposition of a language. Meanwhile, BJP leaders, including Tamilisai Soundarajan, accused DMK of hypocrisy, pointing to the use of CBSE schools and the removal of Hindi signage by DMK workers. Tensions remain high as Tamil Nadu asserts its position on protecting regional languages.