Wednesday, 23 September 2026
5 verified stories first published on this date, from the daily briefing archive.
Bengal CM opens RSS regional office as Sangh plans to double shakhas in the state
At the opening of the RSS's Keshav Smriti Bhavan in New Town, Kolkata, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari urged people to "join an RSS shakha and take part in nation-building".
Record year at Badrīnāth: 17.8 lakh pilgrims and counting
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said pilgrim facilities, health services and security are being strengthened for the second phase of the Char Dham Yatra, with Badrinath already at an all-time record before the season ends.
Garba entry row: MLA's unsupported "4.5 lakh girls" claim and VHP demand for Aadhaar checks
Mhow MLA Usha Thakur called for barring non-Hindus from garba pandals and claimed 4.5 lakh girls elope with non-Hindu men during garba every year.
