Politics
Governments, elections, courts and the decisions that follow. 466 stories, page 3 of 16.
Misplaced your voter ID? Here’s how you can still participate in the 2026 Assembly Elections.
The Election Commission of India has addressed this issue previously. Voters can still participate in the election, even if they do not have the physical card, provided…
Congress reveals lineup of key campaigners for Bengal Phase 1, featuring Kharge and the Gandhis.
This roster also features Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.
Who is Menaka Guruswamy, India’s pioneering openly queer Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha?
Guruswamy is renowned for her expertise as a constitutional lawyer. She played a pivotal role in the landmark Supreme Court case of 2018 that resulted in the…
Delhi excise policy case: Arvind Kejriwal submits request to High Court for Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma’s withdrawal.
Sources familiar with the matter indicate that Kejriwal plans to appear personally to present the application, which is expected to be heard on Monday (April 6).
Assam Elections: Parties Reignite Old Promises to Engage Tea Tribes
With approximately 3.5 million voters, this community plays a crucial role in over 35 seats, particularly in eastern Assam, and can affect the outcomes in at least 10…
Puducherry Prepares for Assembly Elections, Highlighting French Heritage and Architecture
Puducherry comprises two distinct areas: the French-inspired White Town and the traditional Tamil neighborhoods. White Town features tidy streets, historic French-style…
Kerala Elections 2026: CPI(M) Calls on Election Commission to Safeguard Voting Rights for Election Personnel, Highlights Issues
The Left party also expressed concerns over flaws and confusion surrounding the postal ballot system.
West Bengal 2026 Elections: Mother of RG Kar Victim to Run in Panihati Opposing TMC’s Tirthankar Ghosh
The political landscape has shifted dramatically, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) nominating the victim’s mother, Ratna Debnath, as its candidate.
Bengal Elections 2026: TMC’s Pannalal Halder Goes Head-to-Head with BJP’s Dipak Kumar Halder Again for Diamond Harbour Seat
Located in the South 24 Parganas district, Diamond Harbour stands as a significant Assembly seat and TMC bastion in West Bengal. This semi-urban area is included in the…
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Will the FCRA Bill Controversy Affect the Election Results?
So, why has this sparked controversy in Kerala? Will it influence the upcoming elections? News18 provides an explanation.
TVK claims security oversight for Vijay and calls on Amit Shah to guarantee adequate protection.
In a communication to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam joint general secretary C T R Nirmal Kumar raised concerns regarding a purported security…
Women’s Inclusion and Gold Heist: The Impact of Sabarimala on Kerala’s 2026 Elections
From the alleged gold heist to the debate over women’s access to the hill shrine, the issue has transformed into a complex clash between faith-driven mobilization and…
Assam Assembly Elections 2026: PM Modi Claims Congress is Illegally Assisting Infiltrators
While addressing a poll rally in Gogamukh, Dhemaji district, as part of the ongoing campaign for the Assam Assembly Elections 2026, Modi asserted that the BJP and its…
Modi Administration Plans to Increase Lok Sabha Size by 50%; Congress Claims This Will Hurt Southern States.
No official response has been provided regarding the Opposition party’s assertions.
Bill to Acknowledge Amaravati as the Capital of Andhra Pradesh to be Presented in Lok Sabha on April 1
The proposed amendment seeks to amend the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, which currently allows for a new capital for Andhra Pradesh but does not indicate a…
Tennis Legend Leander Paes Enters BJP Before Bengal Elections: Exploring His Connections to the State
Paes’ foray into politics came after meeting with BJP chief Nitin Nabin in Kolkata, which had sparked rumors regarding his political direction.
Bengal Elections Phase 1: 78 Nominations Submitted for 152 Seats on Opening Day
Purba Medinipur was one of the districts that experienced a higher influx of filings, with three candidates each submitting their nomination papers for the Nandakumar…
Election Commission Confiscates Illegal Bribes Exceeding ₹408 Crore Before Assembly Elections in West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Kerala
Although assembly elections and by-elections were announced on March 15, the Electronic Seizure Management System (ESMS) became operational on February 26, the…
BJP’s Surendran aims for victory in Manjeshwar following several close calls.
Many of these charges are linked to the intense protests he organized against the Left government’s decision to enforce the Supreme Court ruling permitting women of all…
Parliament’s Budget Session Expected to be Shortened, Possible Resumption After State Elections
A PTI report highlights that the government is unlikely to present a Constitution Amendment Bill to amend the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam — the women’s reservation law…
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: LDF Reveals Candidates from CPI(M) and CPI
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)) has put forth 86 candidates, while its main ally, the Communist Party of India (CPI), has revealed a list of 25 nominees.
Assam Assembly Elections 2026: Complete List of BJP Nominees and Their Electoral Districts
The 88-candidate list features Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who will contest from his well-established Jalukbari seat. This constituency has been a…
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: A Fierce Contest in the Challenging Landscape of Peravoor
However, this hilly area, which has experienced human-animal conflicts, poses challenges for the CPI(M), the region’s leading political party.
Ajit Pawar’s Influence on Maharashtra Politics: Significant Achievements and Contributions
Baramati marked both the inception and conclusion of Pawar’s political journey. It was here he embarked on his political career, learned the intricacies of power under…
Ajit Pawar Plane Crash Update: Deputy CM Killed in Baramati Incident; Tributes Flood In
“Shri Ajit Pawar Ji was a prominent leader who connected deeply with the grassroots. Known for his diligence, he dedicated himself to the welfare of the people of…
Consistently adhered to party principles, stands firm on Operation Sindoor: Shashi Tharoor
Reports have surfaced suggesting Tharoor has disagreements with party leadership, expressing discontent over Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s lack of acknowledgment at a…
More than 70 fugitives sought by India found overseas in 2024-25: Government report
Officials claimed that this number represents the highest figure in over a decade. The ministry’s annual report for 2024-25 indicated that 27 fugitives/wanted persons…
EC assigns ‘whistle’ symbol to Vijay’s TVK, party celebrates.
The whistle symbol was the ‘preferred’ choice from a selection of 10 symbols suggested by Vijay, Kumar, the joint general secretary of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, stated.
Supreme Court Gives Instructions to Election Commission Regarding West Bengal SIR
The order was delivered by a three-judge bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, alongside Justices Dipankar Datta and Joymalya Bagchi, while hearing…
Competition intensifies in Mumbai mayoral race as Shinde camp rallies councillors amidst coalition conflict.
The contest for the Mumbai mayor’s position has heated up following the results of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath…
Two women, connected to organized crime and incarcerated for murder, triumph in Pune municipal elections.
Despite being held at Yerwada Central Jail, the Nationalist Congress Party candidate, led by Ajit Pawar, Sonali Vanraj Andekar (35) and Lakshmi Udaykant Andekar (60)…