An investigation has been initiated into the luxury items found at Arvind Kejriwal's official residence, dubbed 'Sheeshmahal' by the opposition. The probe follows a complaint by Delhi BJP leader Vijender Gupta, who raised concerns over the cost of items like 16 4K TVs, 50 ACs, and expensive toilet seats. The Public Works Department’s inventory report triggered the investigation, and the Lieutenant Governor instructed the Vigilance Department to look into possible discrepancies. The AAP claims the upgrades were necessary due to the age of the building, built in 1942.

AAP MP Sanjay Singh filed a complaint with the ED against BJP MP Parvesh Verma and ex-MLA Manjinder Singh Sirsa, alleging they gave ₹1,100 to women voters in the New Delhi constituency. Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and AAP leader Atishi accused Verma of bribing voters, demanding his arrest. Atishi claimed cash was being distributed at Verma’s residence along with voter ID registration. Verma denied the allegations, stating the money was part of a welfare scheme by 'Rashtriya Swabhiman' and accused AAP of misleading people. The elections for the Delhi Assembly are set for February next year.

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi said Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy is “under threat from those in power in Delhi.” In a message read at a Congress meeting in Karnataka, she claimed, “These organisations never fought for our freedom. They opposed Mahatma Gandhi bitterly and glorify his killers.” Gandhi added that Gandhian values and institutions are being attacked across the nation. She urged Congress members to confront these forces with determination. Calling the meeting a “historic occasion,” she encouraged the party to renew its commitment to Gandhi’s ideals. Gandhi regretted being unable to attend the meeting in person.

Two Delhi government departments have issued public notices cautioning citizens against "misleading schemes" linked to AAP. The Department of Women and Child Development (WCD) refuted the existence of the "Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana," warning against sharing personal details due to potential fraud. Similarly, the Health and Family Welfare Department dismissed claims of the "Sanjeevani Yojana," which allegedly offers free healthcare for seniors. The controversy has intensified the ongoing conflict between AAP and BJP ahead of Delhi Assembly polls, with BJP accusing AAP of deceit. Citizens are advised to verify schemes before sharing personal information.

Former Union home secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla has been appointed as the new governor of Manipur, replacing Laxman Prasad Acharya, who held additional charge of the violence-hit state. Bhalla, a 1984 batch IAS officer, served as home secretary from 2019 to August 2024, marking the longest tenure in this critical post. Ex-Army chief General V.K. Singh is now Mizoram’s governor, while Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has been reassigned to Bihar. Bihar Governor Rajendra Arlekar will take over as Kerala’s governor. Mizoram Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati has been appointed as Odisha’s governor, the Rashtrapati Bhavan confirmed.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) dismissed Congress' allegations of “arbitrary deletion” and addition of over 10,000 voters per constituency in Maharashtra’s assembly polls. Responding to claims of unexplained voter turnout increases between 5 PM and final figures, the EC clarified that variations are normal during the aggregation process. The Commission emphasized the transparency of voter roll preparation, noting Congress representatives participated in the process. It reassured that statutory Form 17C safeguards voter turnout accuracy, rendering manipulation impossible. ECI encouraged collaboration with political parties and stated all election-related data is accessible on the CEO Maharashtra's website.

Telangana Congress MLC Theenmar Mallanna has filed a complaint against Allu Arjun and the "Pushpa 2" team over a controversial scene showing the actor urinating in a swimming pool with a police officer present. Mallanna termed the scene "disrespectful" to law enforcement. This comes after a stampede at a Hyderabad cinema during the film's premiere, leading to a woman’s death and injuries to her son. Hyderabad Police had earlier arrested Arjun, but he secured interim bail. On Sunday, protesters vandalized Arjun's Hyderabad residence, demanding justice for the victim. The controversy continues to escalate.

Protests erupted in Jammu and Kashmir over a new reservation policy for jobs and admissions. Hundreds of students and political leaders gathered outside Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s residence, demanding changes. CM Abdullah’s son joined the protest, along with National Conference MP Ruhulla Mehdi and opposition leaders. The policy, introduced earlier this year, reduces reservations for the general category and increases them for tribes and OBCs. Protesters claim the policy is unfair and discriminatory. The government has formed a panel to review the policy and said it will follow court rulings. Abdullah promised a fair decision after proper review.

Congress has denied any involvement in the attack on actor Allu Arjun's Hyderabad residence, which occurred on Sunday evening. The incident, reportedly linked to protests over the Sandhya Theatre stampede, saw protesters allegedly from Osmania University vandalizing the property. Congress spokesperson Sama Ram Mohan Reddy dismissed claims of party links, calling them baseless. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy condemned the attack, directing authorities to ensure strict action. Six suspects were granted bail after being arrested, while the police continue to investigate the incident, which caused significant damage to the actor's property.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has retained the Home Ministry, while his deputies, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, have been assigned Urban Development and Finance portfolios, respectively. The portfolio allocation follows a week of negotiations in the BJP-led Maharashtra government. Fadnavis also oversees Energy, Law and Judiciary, and General Administration, while Shinde’s responsibilities include Housing and Public Works. Pawar is tasked with Finance, Planning, and State Excise. The government’s cabinet expansion, which saw 39 ministers take oath, aims to address state governance and administrative challenges.