The arrest of Tamil Nadu's Electricity, Excise and Prohibition Minister has triggered a war of words between ruling DMK and opposition AIADMK, with both parties accusing each other of corruption. The situation is expected to impact their electoral prospects in upcoming local body and Assembly elections, and possibly even the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar tackled 107 cases during his Janata Darbar, with most surrounding land disputes. Attendees praised the proactive approach to governance.
Karnataka's impressive GST collections hit Rs 10,317 crore, marking a 12% increase from last year, in part due to mandatory e-invoicing for businesses with turnover above Rs 5 crore.
On Monday, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik administered the oath of office and secrecy to three Minister inductees - Bikram Keshari Arukha, Sudam Marndi, and Sarada Prasad Nayak – at the State Convention Centre in Lok Seva Bhawan. Patnaik’s Cabinet reshuffle comes after the resignation of B.K. Arukha and two others, and the murder of former Health Minister Naba Kishore Das this year. This reshuffle is filled with experienced ministers that have served in various state cabinets before. Sources suggest that the Chief Minister may assign changes in portfolios of current ministers soon.
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik rewarded three MLAs with portfolios of departments to form an inclusive and diverse government. Bikram Keshari Arukha (Finance), Sudam Marndi (School & Mass Education) and Sarada Prasad Nayak (Labour & ESIC) were appointed to counter the strength of BJP in the Sundargarh district. A balanced regional and national government will be formed to fulfill party's vision.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar tackled 107 cases during his Janata Darbar, with most surrounding land disputes. Attendees praised the proactive approach to governance.