BJP chief JP Nadda chairs meeting with top party brass in Jammu 

A video circulating on social media shows a Chief Minister walking through the streets as a huge crowd gathers to greet him. During the public interaction, an elderly woman is seen sobbing while attempting to reach him. Upon noticing her, the Chief Minister steps back into the crowd to approach her. The woman hands over what appears to be a petition, which he accepts, reads, and consoles her. Supporters and followers have highlighted the moment as an example of his connect with the public.

A controversy has erupted following the Mysuru Dasara celebrations in Karnataka after a video surfaced showing police personnel stopping ministers accompanying the Chief Minister from entering the event venue. The Bharatiya Janata Party alleged that the ministers were targeted and stopped because they belong to the Dalit community, further claiming that Home Minister G. Parameshwara was not invited to the celebrations. Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar stated that the incident was a protocol issue, explaining that he personally intervened to facilitate their entry. The Chief Minister has directed the Chief Secretary to conduct an inquiry into the matter, review video footage, and submit a report for disciplinary action.

A major political row has emerged over the police handling and detentions during the CJP protests in Delhi, alongside criticism directed at the central government's development model. The response to the demonstrations drew scrutiny regarding the detention of protestors, with references made to past stances on police crackdowns during anti-corruption rallies at Ramlila Maidan. Concerns were also voiced regarding regional economic equity, asserting that broad-based nationwide growth across southern states like Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala must be prioritised over concentrating major industrial investments and international sporting events solely in Gujarat. Meanwhile, political leaders responded sharply, accusing critics of political fence-sitting while defending policy decisions and governance priorities.

Actor Dhanush has indicated plans to enter Tamil Nadu politics, following the path of actor Vijay by taking steps to organise his fan associations. Amid speculation over whether Dhanush will launch his own political party or foundation, the AIADMK has extended an invitation, stating it would welcome him if he accepts Edappadi K. Palaniswami as leader. Political leaders noted that any citizen has the democratic right to float a party and contest elections, emphasising that the ultimate decision rests with the people. A party representative highlighted Dhanush's popularity among youth and underprivileged communities, adding that the AIADMK would welcome such prominent figures with open arms.