In a surprise move, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has named former WWE wrestler Kavita Dalal as its candidate for the Julana Assembly seat in Haryana. Dalal will face off against Congress's Vinesh Phogat, an Olympic wrestler, and BJP's Captain Yogesh Bairagi, a former commercial pilot. Dalal, India's first woman WWE signee, aims to attract Jat votes, leveraging her wrestling background. She emphasized her focus on addressing local issues, stating her fight is "not against Vinesh, but against the difficulties people face" in Julana. The announcement marks a strategic shift for AAP after alliance talks with Congress broke down.

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi ignited a political storm by asserting that secularism is a "European concept" with no place in India. Speaking in Kanyakumari, he criticized the "wrong interpretation of secularism" as a fraud against the people. Opposition leaders, including Congress MP Manickam Tagore, condemned his remarks as unconstitutional. DMK's TKS Elangovan defended secularism as essential in India, citing its diverse religions. CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat highlighted that secularism is fundamental to the Indian Constitution, urging Ravi to recognize its significance. The controversy underscores ongoing debates about secularism's role in Indian society.

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu ordered a high-level investigation into the alleged use of animal fat in Tirupati laddoos during Jagan Mohan Reddy’s YSRCP government. Naidu accused Jagan of "shamelessly trying to justify his crime" and altering ghee procurement standards. Jagan countered the claims, calling Naidu a "habitual liar" and writing to PM Modi for intervention. TTD admitted they recently began testing ghee for adulteration, lacking prior in-house capabilities. The controversy has reached both Andhra Pradesh High Court and the Supreme Court.

AAP leader Atishi officially assumed the role of Delhi Chief Minister, symbolizing her continued loyalty to Arvind Kejriwal by placing an empty chair beside her. Drawing a parallel to Bharat from the Ramayana, she vowed to govern in Kejriwal’s absence with the same dedication. Atishi, the eighth and third woman CM of Delhi after Sheila Dikshit and Sushma Swaraj, pledged to lead the city for the next four months. Alongside her, five cabinet ministers—four from the previous ministry and one new face—were sworn in. Atishi emphasized her commitment to carry forward Kejriwal’s vision during this interim period.

Atishi, 42, became Delhi's youngest Chief Minister on Saturday, marking the fourth consecutive Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government. She is the third woman to hold the position, after Sushma Swaraj and Sheila Dikshit. Five cabinet ministers - Saurabh Bhardwaj, Gopal Rai, Kailash Gehlot, Imran Hussain, and Mukesh Ahlawat - also took oath. Atishi's parents, Tripta Wahi and Vijay Singh, attended the ceremony at Raj Niwas. With this, Atishi becomes India's 17th female Chief Minister. Her tenure will be brief, as Delhi's assembly elections are scheduled for February 2025.

Atishi was sworn in as the youngest Chief Minister of Delhi, replacing Arvind Kejriwal, who resigned following the Supreme Court's bail order in the excise policy case. Atishi, representing the Kalkaji constituency, leads a council of ministers including Gopal Rai, Saurabh Bharadwaj, and Mukesh Ahlawat. Kejriwal’s resignation, confirmed by President Droupadi Murmu, ends his tenure, although AAP plans to make him CM again. Atishi’s government will address pending policies ahead of Delhi's 2025 elections. The assembly will hold a session on September 26-27 to prove her majority.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, while addressing an election rally in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, stated that the border areas are peaceful as Pakistan fears Prime Minister Narendra Modi and has refrained from firing across the border. Shah commended the BJP government's efforts to combat terrorism in the region by replacing guns and stones in the hands of young people with laptops, highlighting development initiatives. He assured the public that the government would not allow guns to echo in the hills of Jammu. The rally was held in support of BJP candidate Murtaza Khan in the ongoing elections in the Union territory.

AAP leader Atishi will take oath as Delhi's third woman Chief Minister and the youngest, succeeding Arvind Kejriwal who resigned. The swearing-in ceremony will take place at Raj Bhavan today at 4:30 pm. Atishi will be joined by five MLAs: Gopal Rai, Kailash Gahlot, Saurabh Bharadwaj, Imran Hussain, and newcomer Mukesh Ahlawat. Previously, Atishi held 13 key portfolios, including finance, revenue, PWD, power, and education. With Delhi assembly polls scheduled for February 2025, Atishi's tenure will be brief. The new council of ministers may undergo portfolio changes. The ceremony will be low-key, marking a significant transition in Delhi's governance.

The controversy over alleged adulteration of Tirupati laddoos escalated as Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy rejected claims by Chandrababu Naidu that contamination occurred during his tenure. Recent lab reports revealed animal fat in the prasadam, prompting the central government to seek a detailed report. The temple management confirmed various contaminants, including pig fat and beef tallow, and described the quality as 'pathetic.' A four-member committee has been formed to oversee ghee quality, while political leaders demand accountability amid growing public concern over the sanctity of the revered offerings.

Former Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy has denied accusations by current CM Chandrababu Naidu that animal fat was used in Tirupati's sacred laddoos during his tenure. Reddy claimed the ghee used was thoroughly tested and certified by NABL. He accused Naidu of twisting facts for political gain and said he would write to Prime Minister Modi and the Chief Justice of India. The controversy, which has reached the Andhra Pradesh High Court, has sparked significant debate, with Union Health Minister JP Nadda seeking a detailed report.