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London Local Elections 2026: Crucial votes in Camden and Kingston

London voters head to the polls in 2026 as Camden and Kingston emerge as key battlegrounds in a city-wide local elections guide, with millions eligib…

Jangipur 2026 Assembly Result LIVE: Vote shares and margins unfold

Live updates from Jangipur as 2026 assembly results roll in, showing leading candidates, party vote shares, and winning margins as counting continues.

Is Political Violence Rising in the U.S. After Latest Attack?

Exploring whether the Washington gunfire at a high-profile political event signals a broader trend, with security concerns and public debate fueling …

AHINDA Silver Jubilee: Workshops, Rallies to Energize Karnataka

AHINDA marks 25 years with statewide workshops and a mega rally led by Satish Jarkiholi, signaling renewed outreach amid internal Congress questions.

Coimbatore Campaign Ends with Rallies Ahead of Election Day

Coimbatore wraps up campaigning with rallies, door-to-door outreach, and star campaigners as voters prepare for the April 23 Assembly elections.

TVK unveils practical manifesto as Vijay targets Tamil Nadu voters

TVK leader C. Joseph Vijay presents a Thirukkural-inspired, implementable manifesto for the 2026 Tamil Nadu polls, inviting supporters to promote the…

SIR Phase II: 5.2 crore names deleted; UP tops net deletions

Across 12 states and UTs, SIR Phase II trims 10.2% of voters, with Uttar Pradesh leading deletions and Andaman & Nicobar Islands posting the sharpest…

Chennai Poll Canvas: Growth, Peace in TN's 2026 Election Climate

The Hindu’s Chennai Poll Canvas dives into Tamil Nadu’s 2026 race, spotlighting EVM changes, southern district upgrades, and the push for stability.

Puducherry 2026 Election: 9 Lakh Voters Decide Fate of 294 Candidates

Security is tight as Puducherry voters head to polls; 2,791 police and CAPF personnel deployed, while first-time voters share hopes on roads, water, …

Clay Fuller Wins Georgia Special Election to Replace MTG in Congress

Fuller’s victory widens the GOP edge in the House, setting up a showdown with Democrat Shawn Harris and reshaping Georgia politics.

Central Kerala politics heats up as LDF–UDF clash reshapes 2026 polls

A look at central Kerala's race in the 2026 Assembly polls, where shifting loyalties and high-profile candidates reshape the contest between LDF and …

TVK Chief Vijay Booked Over Election Rules as Tamil Nadu Campaign Heats Up

TVK chief C. Joseph Vijay faces a case for alleged election-code violations after entering Tamil Nadu polls, with a large rally and allegations of bl…

I’ve never received pampering from media, says KT Jaleel ahead of Kerala polls

In a candid chat from Tavanur, KT Jaleel rails against media pampering for rivals while detailing development projects and a controversial bridge ali…

Divergent Campaigns Mark Kalpetta's Kerala Assembly Race

In Kalpetta, three parties deploy contrasting styles—from door-to-door empathy to issue-driven promises—as voters gear up for Kerala's 2026 polls.

TN Assembly: VCK loses Nagapattinam, Vanur; CPI(M) eyes Vilavancode

Tamil Nadu parties redraw seats ahead of polls as VCK sheds Nagapattinam and Vanur while CPI(M) negotiates a possible exchange for Vilavancode.

Officials seek Mandelson's personal messages for file release

Cabinet Office to publish thousands of documents on Mandelson's ambassadorship, asking for messages from his personal phone as part of transparency e…

Annamalai objects to BJP seat allocations in Tamil Nadu

Former BJP Tamil Nadu chief Annamalai protests AIADMK's seat-sharing, opts not to contest but pledges to back NDA candidates.

Stratton Wins Illinois Senate Primary as Bailey Targets Pritzker

Illinois voters back Lt. Gov. Stratton for the Senate with backing from Gov. Pritzker, while Darren Bailey pursues a rematch with Pritzker, signaling…

Congress Unveils 42-Candidate List for Assam, Gogoi to Contest Jorhat

Congress kicks off its Assam campaign with a 42-candidate list, naming Gaurav Gogoi from Jorhat and Debabrata Saikia from Nazira as it seeks to recla…

TN polls: Congress seeks 41 seats, DMK offers 25 + 1 Rajya Sabha

Congress pushes for 41 assembly seats and two Rajya Sabha seats; DMK offers 25 assembly seats and one RS, with power-sharing off the table as talks r…

Starmer vows to fight on after Green by-election win in Manchester

Trump's State of the Union: A Nation in Transition

Trump delivers his first State of the Union of his second term, outlining economic plans amid inflation and rising security concerns in a polarized c…

Ex-Congress chief Bhupen Borah to join BJP on Feb 22, says Assam CM

Former Assam Congress president Bhupen Borah set to join the BJP on Feb 22, a move that heightens election suspense in Assam.

Maharashtra Cong chief sparks row by linking Tipu Sultan with Shivaji

Congress leader Sapkal equates Tipu Sultan with Shivaji Maharaj; BJP condemns as appeasement as debate explodes over a Tipu portrait in Malegaon.

Haryana Minister Anil Vij Clashes with Kaithal SP Over Suspension Order

Seva Teerth: Modi’s new PMO marks a bold shift from South Block

Prime Minister Modi inaugurates Seva Teerth, moving the PMO and key secretariats from South Block to a modern complex in central New Delhi, signaling…

Govt shelves motion against Rahul Gandhi as privilege row swells in Parliament

The government shelves a plan to move against Rahul Gandhi after a substantive motion notice is filed, as Parliament debates unparliamentary language…

Ritu Tawde Elected Mumbai Mayor, Sanjay Ghadi Deputy Mayor

Ritu Tawde of BJP becomes Mumbai's 78th mayor with Sanjay Ghadi as deputy, elected unopposed at a special BMC meeting, ending a 44-year BJP gap.

BJP's Ritu Tawde Named Mumbai Mayor Candidate; Ghadi for Deputy Mayor

Mumbai’s Mahayuti names Ritu Tawde as mayoral candidate and Sanjay Ghadi as deputy mayor, signaling a pivotal race to steer the BMC with a slim major…

Mamdani Endorses Hochul for Reelection as Adams Joins Ticket

Progressive energy rises as Mamdani backs Hochul while Adams lands as running mate, shaping NYC-state political dynamics.

Parliament in Turmoil as Naravane Memoir Row Halts Lok Sabha

Lok Sabha erupts as Rahul Gandhi cites an unpublished Naravane memoir, triggering protests over quoting unpublished work and halting proceedings.

Tharoor cheers Sanju Samson in Thiruvananthapuram homecoming T20I

Vijay vows to defeat evil, corrupt forces in Tamil Nadu 2026 polls

TVK chief Vijay rallies supporters, unveils the whistle symbol, and positions TVK as the sole challenger to DMK and AIADMK in the 2026 Tamil Nadu ele…

Vijay rallies TVK for 2026 Tamil Nadu polls: a 'democratic war'

TVK chief Vijay frames 2026 Tamil Nadu polls as a democratic war, pledging to challenge DMK and AIADMK with unyielding resolve and no compromises.

Bengaluru Civic Polls to Use Ballot Papers After May 25

Bengaluru’s civic polls will reportedly move to ballot papers after May 25, with ward-wise draft rolls published for public scrutiny as talks focus o…

Nitin Nabin Poised to Become BJP President as Nadda Set to Step Down

BJP issues a notification for its next party president with nominations on Monday and a potential Tuesday announcement as Nitin Nabin is tipped to su…

Shashi Tharoor Reaffirms Loyalty to Congress, Says He Never Deviated from Party Line

Tharoor insists his opinions align with the Congress, after recent controversy, during Kerala leadership camp discussions in Sultan Bathery.

UDF names Sabarinadhan as Thiruvananthapuram Mayor candidate

UDF taps K.S. Sabarinadhan for mayoral race in Thiruvananthapuram, with Mary Pushpam as Deputy Mayor candidate, as BJP remains undecided ahead of Fri…

EC Publishes Bengal Draft Rolls: 58 Lakh Names Deleted, How to Check Status

The Election Commission released Bengal's draft rolls showing 58 lakh deletions due to untraceable, deceased, or duplicate records. Learn how to veri…

UDF Regains Kannur Corporation With 36 of 56 Wards

Kannur sees a decisive UDF win as LDF trails and NDA makes limited gains, reshaping Kerala's municipal politics.

BJP inches toward Thiruvananthapuram majority as independents hold the balance

BJP leads in Thiruvananthapuram with 50 of 101 wards, two independents poised to decide the next administration.

Kavitha Alleges Graft by Ex-BRS Leaders, Vows Full Inquiry

Telangana Jagruthi chief Kavitha accuses former BRS leaders of corruption and land grabbing, pledging a probe if she becomes CM.

Vijay Holds First Puducherry Rally Since Karur Tragedy, Tight Security

TVK chief Vijay's Puducherry rally draws a controlled turnout of up to 5,000, with entry strictly through QR passes and heavy crowd management after …

J&K Exam Age Row: Omar Abdullah vs LG Over Delay Fueling Uncertainty

A political clash over age relaxation for JKPSC exams leaves aspirants anxious as Dec 7 approaches amid claims and counter-claims from leaders.

Tejashwi Yadav Named Leader of Grand Alliance in Bihar Assembly

Tejashwi Yadav is unanimously elected as the leader of the Mahagathbandhan in Bihar's assembly ahead of the five-day session and swearing-in of new m…

Kharge slams BJP over BLO suicides during SIR Phase II

Congress chief Kharge accuses BJP as BLO deaths mount during SIR Phase II, urging accountability amid the ongoing electoral revision.

Congress to Rally in Delhi, Accuses EC of Politicising SIR

Congress plans a December rally in Delhi to protest alleged vote chori via the SIR, pledging legal and political action against what they call the EC…

Nitish Kumar set for record 10th Bihar CM oath on Nov 20 in Patna

Nitish Kumar to be sworn in as Bihar CM for a record 10th time on Nov 20 at Gandhi Maidan, with NDA observers and PM Modi in attendance.

Kozhikode Poll Picture Clears as LDF, UDF Announce Candidates

LDF names 73 candidates for Kozhikode Corporation; UDF fields most of its slate, while BJP readies its final list ahead of local polls.