Indian politics

Want straight talk about what's happening in Indian politics without the jargon? This tag brings you short explainers, live updates, and practical how-tos so you can follow debates and take part — whether you're reading the news from home or trying to understand a policy that affects your life.

What you’ll find here

News briefings about national events and leaders. Plain-language explainers on key topics like court procedures, government programs, and election rules. Stories that show how culture and politics meet — for example, debates around cow protection or regional pride in states like Uttar Pradesh. Media-watch pieces that look at bias and how different channels cover the same story. And quick practical posts: how to send suggestions to the Supreme Court, what a prime minister’s radio address covers, or where to find verified updates during an important announcement.

We don’t just repeat headlines. Each post aims to give a clear takeaway: what happened, why it matters, and what you can do next. If a law is being debated, you get a short summary and the key points to watch. If a live event is on, you get what to expect and how to follow it without getting overwhelmed.

How to read, verify, and act

Politics moves fast and misinformation spreads faster. Start by checking the primary source: read the court order, government press release, or the official transcript of a speech if you can. We point to primary documents in our posts when relevant and call out claims that need extra checking. Watch for repeated facts across reliable outlets — if multiple trustworthy sources report the same detail, that’s a good sign.

Want to take action? Simple steps make a difference. For policy feedback, write a short, polite note to the responsible ministry or your local representative explaining the issue and what change you want. To contact the Supreme Court, address your suggestion clearly, name the legal point, and send it to the court’s official postal address — we break that process down in one of our guides. For public campaigns or petitions, check official registration and privacy rules before sharing personal data.

Finally, keep perspective. Politics often mixes facts with feelings. Look for the facts first, then note the values behind disagreements. That helps you discuss issues without getting pulled into unhelpful fights online.

Use this tag to stay informed quickly. Read a short explainer, follow a live update, and use our step-by-step guides when you want to act. If you want something specific covered, tell us — we cover citizen how-tos and clear explainers because practical information matters more than loud noise.