PTI Nagpur Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder and activist Abhijeet Dipke on Tuesday ruled out entering electoral politics, asserting that citizens should not be forced to contest elections simply to demand their basic rights. Addressing a press conference ahead of a major nationwide demonstration here, Dipke targeted the Centre for failing to reach out to []

With the Rajya Sabha elections looming on June 18, political parties in Jharkhand are strategically securing their MLAs. In a bid to stave off potential defections, the NDA and INDIA alliance are stashing their lawmakers away in hotels.

The Supreme Court has ordered the Tripura State Election Commission to hold village committee elections on September 27. This decision comes after the Attorney General suggested a single-phase election, a proposal agreed upon by the Solicitor General and the state government.

Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has filed an election petition in the Calcutta High Court. She is challenging the assembly poll result for the Bhabanipur constituency. Banerjee lost the Bhabanipur seat to BJP's Suvendu Adhikari. She visited the high court registry to affirm the petition. The counting of votes for the West Bengal assembly elections was held on May 4.

Bengaluru: Resort politics has once again returned to Karnataka ahead of the Legislative Council elections, with the Congress taking precautionary measures to prevent any possibility of cross-voting. Whenever elections result in political uncertainty or fears of defections, parties often move their legislators to resorts to keep them together and safeguard their votes. Karnataka has witnessed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top

Former Tamil Nadu Health Minister C Vijayabaskar has resigned from the Assembly, marking the fifth AIADMK MLA to do so since the 2021 elections. His departure reduces the party's strength to 42. Vijayabaskar cited a lack of respect for emotions within the party leadership, questioning his continued association. He submitted his resignation to the Speaker, which was subsequently accepted.

He is the fifth AIADMK legislator to resign from the Assembly weeks after the Assembly elections in 2026.

Kolkata, June 16: Abhishek Banerjee, the General Secretary of the Trinamool Congress and Member of Parliament, appeared before the CID at Bhawanipur in Kolkata on Tuesday. This questioning is part of an investigation related to alleged inflammatory remarks and threats made against Union Home Minister Amit Shah ahead of the assembly elections. As this report ... Read more CID Interrogates Abhishek Banerjee Ahead of Elections Over Violence Allegations

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke stated his party will not contest elections. He criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not addressing students following the NEET-UG exam controversy. Dipke demanded Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. The party plans nationwide protests until the minister steps down. Dipke urged the Prime Minister to listen to students' concerns.

Thiruvananthapuram, June 16: R. Sreelekha, Keralas first female Director General of Police (DGP) and current BJP councilor, has accused Malayalam actor Shane Nigam of copying stories from her works for his films Dhridham and Bhootakalam. After retiring, Sreelekha joined the BJP and was elected as a councilor in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation elections last year. In ... Read more Keralas Former Police Chief Accuses Actor Shane Nigam of Story Theft

He said the Trinamool Congress secured nearly 41% of the votes in West Bengal in the recent Assembly elections despite what he described as attempts by the BJP to misuse central agencies

US President Donald Trump's endorsements face crucial tests in Republican primaries across Georgia, Alabama, and Oklahoma. Meanwhile, Democratic contests highlight divisions between progressives and moderates. Voters in these states are heading to the polls to decide key races. The power of Trump's backing is being measured against significant campaign spending and outsider challenges.

Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC has dismissed 'Operation Tiger' speculations. She stated the party has no interest in breaking other political outfits. NC emphasized Eknath Shinde's grassroots connect and loyalty to common people. She instead termed the party's focus as 'Operation Progress'. This comes amid political discussions on shifting loyalties ahead of future elections.

President Trump's approval rating rose to 36% as public dissatisfaction with the cost of living eased slightly. The poll, conducted before and after Trump announced an Iran ceasefire, showed registered voters favoring Democrats 41% to 38% in upcoming elections. Despite a slight uptick, Trump's overall approval remains low.

The Supreme Court has allowed Himachal Pradesh MLAs to vote in elections for presidents and vice-presidents of civic bodies. This decision overturns a recent High Court order that had barred these ex-officio members from voting. The top court's intervention came after the state government filed a plea challenging the High Court's interim ruling.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday said he intended to run in elections scheduled for later this year, as he faced domestic criticism over his handling of the Middle East war and its aftermath.

Without a fresh delimitation exercise, the existing ward reservations for the Scheduled Castes and the General category will remain unchanged. The current reservations, that were implemented in 2022 elections, will be same for the upcoming 2027 local body elections and will be valid until 2031, according to GCC.

Mr Adhikari added, Since they could not form the board, the government dissolved it and appointed an administrator. Elections will be conducted by the first week of December.

In an editorial, Murasoli accused Congress of repeatedly undermining its alliance partners in states while seeking their support during parliamentary elections.

Mumbai, June 15: Waris Pathan, the national spokesperson for the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), has made a significant statement regarding the upcoming assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh. He emphasized that the primary goal is to defeat the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Anyone who wishes to join us in this fight against the BJP is ... Read more AIMIMs Waris Pathan Calls for Alliance to Defeat BJP in Uttar Pradesh Elections

AIADMK whip urges the court to prevent byelections in four constituencies vacated by the MLAs and another litigant insists upon a CBI probe into circumstances that led to their resignations

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav declared the BJP a threat to democracy, urging party workers to secure victory in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections to safeguard the democratic system. He highlighted issues like inflation, unemployment, farmer distress, and rising crime, accusing the BJP of divisive politics and harming the PDA social alliance.

By December 7, through elections, the civic body will be handed over to elected representatives

Kolkata, June 15: Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari confirmed on Monday that the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) elections will take place within the next six months. He stated that a newly elected board will be formed by December 7. This announcement was made during a cleanliness campaign organized by the municipal corporation. Political dynamics in the ... Read more Kolkata Municipal Corporation Elections Scheduled for December 7, Announces Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari

The history of modern India is not merely a history of institutions, elections, constitutions and governments. It is also a history of memory. Nations, no less than individuals, carry wounds. Some heal and become scars. Others remain open, shaping perceptions long after the original injury has passed. The tragedy of South Asia is that one Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our ch

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday announced that elections to the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) would be held by December this year.

Punjab's assembly elections, slated for February 2027, might be moved to November 2026. This potential shift is driven by concerns over clashes with the Kumbh Mela and the national census. Congress is reportedly preparing for an earlier poll, while AAP and BJP intensify their campaign efforts, setting the stage for a significant political contest.

Kolkata Municipal Corporation elections will be held by December this year. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari made the announcement. This follows the dissolution of the Trinamool Congress-controlled body. An administrator is currently in charge. Elected representatives will return through polls within the year. Services are considered emergency services. Elections will be conducted by the first week of December.

An agreement between Tehran and Washington is announced. Sagiv Steinberg of JCFA views it as a temporary 60-day ceasefire before US elections. He states no US goals were achieved. Iran may rebuild proxies and infrastructure. The deal is set to be signed on Friday in Switzerland. This agreement is seen as a bad day for the Middle East.

Residents of Mahagun Moderne Society protested a hike in maintenance charges. They also raised concerns about blocked fire exits and alleged undemocratic AOA elections. Residents demand accountability and rollback of charges. The AOA president stated the hike complies with government orders and dismissed safety violation claims.

Twenty dissident TMC MPs have announced a merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), a move they say complies with anti-defection rules and allows them to seek separate recognition in Parliament. A little-known political party that once fielded just three candidates in the Tripura Assembly elections has unexpectedly become central to the rebellion within the Trinamool Congress.

A small political party, the Nationalist Citizens Party of India, has unexpectedly entered national politics. This happened after twenty Lok Sabha MPs from the Trinamool Congress announced their merger with the NCPI. The NCPI had previously fielded candidates in the Tripura assembly elections with minimal success. The rebel MPs stated their intention to support the NDA.

Raghunandan Rao said all eight BJP MPs from Telangana were ready to resign if the Chief Minister dissolved the Assembly and called for elections.

Guwahati, June 15: Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma shared insights about his governments development agenda and key policy priorities during a Facebook Live session on Sunday. He also expressed gratitude to the people of Assam for their overwhelming support in the recent assembly elections. The Chief Minister stated that the Assam Assemblys approval ... Read more Assam Government Plans to Create Job Opportunities for Two Lakh Youths

Mohali, June 15: Punjab Minister Aman Arora has stated that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is fully prepared for the Punjab Assembly elections in 2027. He emphasized that the party would welcome elections even if they were to be held tomorrow. During an event in Mohali, Arora highlighted that AAPs political foundation is built on ... Read more Aam Aadmi Party Ready to Win Punjab Elections 2027 on Honesty and Development: Aman Arora

Mumbai, June 15: Waris Pathan, the national spokesperson for the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), has made a significant statement regarding the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections in 2027. He emphasized that the party will enter the electoral fray with full strength and determination. Additionally, he expressed deep sorrow over the tragic road accident in ... Read more AIMIM to Contest UP Elections with Full Force, Says Waris Pathan

Ranchi, June 14: Ahead of the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Jharkhand, CPI(ML) leader Dipankar Bhattacharya has launched a strong attack on the central government and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He raised concerns over rising inflation, unemployment, the education system, and alleged discrepancies in the voter list during a press conference following a state ... Read more CPI(ML) Leader Criticizes BJPs Tactics in Jharkhand Ahead of Rajya Sabha Elections

State president N. Ramchander Rao calls for door-to-door campaign, says municipal victory will lay foundation for success in the next Assembly elections.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao on Sunday said Congress would face a decisive defeat in the next elections and the people would drive Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy from power and the Congress out of Mahbubnagar district.

Hyderabad: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi launched the partys campaign for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections at Bahraich on Sunday, June 14. While the party chief declined to comment on alliances and the number of seats the party would contest, AIMIM state president Shaukat Ali Khan has been quoted by the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subs

A Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament has claimed that Mamata Banerjee's leadership instilled fear within the Trinamool Congress. Meanwhile, a group of TMC Members of Parliament have formally requested separate seating in the Lok Sabha. This move signals potential internal divisions within the party. These developments follow the TMC's performance in recent West Bengal Assembly elections.

Shimla, June 14: The Congress government in Himachal Pradesh, burdened by debt, has doubled the entry fees for Indian tourists at wildlife parks and sanctuaries from 150 to 300. This decision has sparked political controversy, raising questions about the financial management capabilities of Chief Minister Sukhus administration. In a state preparing for assembly elections next ... Read more Political Turmoil in Himachal Pradesh Over Increased Wildlife Park Entry Fees

He said the party is falling into the clutches of a single family and accused Mr. Palaniswami of staging a drama to facilitate his sons entry into the party. Mr. Shanmugam claimed that 31 of the 41 Assembly seats won by AIADMK in the 2026 Assembly elections were alms given by the PMK.

Seoul, June 14: Protests are intensifying in South Korea over a ballot paper shortage during recent local elections. Opposition parties and demonstrators are questioning the government about the lack of voting papers during the elections held on June 3. Legal sources indicate that a joint team of police investigators and prosecutors will soon interrogate officials ... Read more South Korea Investigates Ballot Paper Shortage Amid Protests

with sources saying that discussions between her and the party leadership have progressed in recent weeks. Sources familiar with the development told Kashmir News Service (KNS) that Baig, a prominent political figure in north Kashmir, has held multiple meetings with senior National Conference leaders and is expected to formally join the party in the coming days. Baig, a lawyer by profession and former chairperson of the Jammu and Kashmir Haj Committee, has remained politically active in north Ka

Rahul Gandhi will visit Prayagraj on July 10 as part of a nationwide Congress campaign addressing paper leaks, examination irregularities, and unemployment. This visit, part of a series of outreach events, holds political significance ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, with Gandhi having maintained a steady presence in the state recently.

New Delhi, June 14: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has launched a campaign against the rising electricity rates in Delhi. Saurabh Bhardwaj, the partys Delhi president, accused the state government of continuously burdening the public with inflation. He stated that the concerns raised by former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal during the assembly elections are now ... Read more AAP Criticizes Rising Electricity Prices in Delhi, Echoes Kejriwals Warnings

Azamgarh, June 14: During a recent event in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Minister O.P. Rajbhar launched a sharp critique against the Samajwadi Party (SP), Congress, and their allied parties. He targeted the opposition regarding law and order, womens safety, and the upcoming 2027 assembly elections, asserting that the public has not forgotten the era of crime ... Read more O.P. Rajbhar Critiques Congress and SP Ahead of 2027 Elections

Says if AFSPA has to be revoked, process should start from J&K Srinagar, Jun 13: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Ministers Advisor, Nasir Aslam Wani on Saturday said that the government is planning to constitute an apex committee to facilitate the dignified return and rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandits. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of Global Kashmiri Pandit Conclave at SKICC here, Wani said the Omar Abdullah-led government is committed to creating a conducive atmosphere for the return of Kashm

Nishad Party and SBSP are pushing for an early seat-sharing deal with the BJP for next year's Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Both parties met with senior BJP leaders to discuss allocation. The BJP has assured them their demands will be considered. A meeting is expected after June 21. This move signals early alliance talks for the upcoming polls.

The BJP appears to be attempting a structural shift in Punjab by building a broader coalition among non-traditional voter groups, particularly OBC communities

AIADMK begins district-wise consultations with functionaries and senior leaders to review its performance in the Assembly elections

New Delhi, June 13: Senior Congress leader and spokesperson Akhilesh Pratap Singh made a bold statement regarding the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections in 2027. He asserted that the India Alliance will contest the elections with full strength and secure a victory. He further clarified that there are no issues regarding seat-sharing among the coalition ... Read more Akhilesh Pratap Singh Claims Strong Alliance Victory in 2027 Elections

Rahul Gandhi boldly proclaimed that the INDIA alliance is already the victor of the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. He stressed the vital importance of uniting the opposition to challenge the BJP's perceived encroachment on democratic institutions and the silencing of dissenting voices.

Rahul Gandhi stated the INDIA bloc did not lose the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and has already secured victory in the 2029 polls. He stressed the importance of unity and resistance to defeat the Bharatiya Janata Party. Gandhi dismissed claims of disunity among opposition parties, asserting that all members are committed to defending India's core ideas.

New Delhi, June 13: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi is once again in the spotlight for his bold statements, igniting political discussions across the country. He declared that the Congress party did not lose the 2024 elections and has already secured victory in 2029. In a post on the social media platform X, Gandhi mentioned that ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Claims Victory in 2029 Elections and Denies Loss in 2024

New Delhi, June 13: Akhilesh Yadav, the leader of the Samajwadi Party (SP), has raised concerns about potential election fraud in the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. In response, leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have suggested that Yadav has already accepted defeat ahead of the 2027 elections. Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister, Brajesh ... Read more BJP Responds to Akhilesh Yadavs Allegations of Election Fraud in Uttar Pradesh

Firozabad, June 13: Lakshmi Narayan Chaudhary, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government, has responded sharply to the statements made by Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party. Chaudhary claimed that Yadavs courage is faltering ahead of the UP elections, which is why he is now calling for all opposition parties to unite ... Read more Akhilesh Yadavs Courage Wanes Before UP Elections: Lakshmi Narayan Chaudhary

Nagpur, June 13: As Maharashtra gears up for the upcoming assembly elections, speculation about a potential merger of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) with the Indian National Congress has intensified. In response to these rumors, Supriya Sule, the senior executive president of NCP and Lok Sabha MP, categorically denied any such developments. She stated that ... Read more No Merger Proposal Received or Sent: Supriya Sule

Though the CPI manages to remain as a force to reckon with in the political cauldron of Tamil Nadu only because it has won two seats in the recent Assembly elections one by K Marimuthu in Thiruthuraipoondi and the other by T Ramachandran in Thalli and also because the two representatives that it has in the Lok Sabha are also from Tamil Nadu K Subbarayan from Tiruppur and R Selvam from Nagapattinam

Bhopal, June 13: The Congress party, which has been out of power in Madhya Pradesh for a long time, is striving to strengthen its organization and motivate grassroots workers. However, setbacks continue to hinder its progress. The recent rejection of party candidate Meenakshi Natarajans nomination for the Rajya Sabha elections has left party workers deeply ... Read more Congress Faces Disappointment as Rajya Sabha Candidates Nomination is Rejected in Madhya Pradesh

Gurdaspur, June 13: Voting is underway for the municipal council elections in Punjab. On Saturday morning, Pratap Singh Bajwa, the Leader of the Opposition in the Punjab Assembly, cast his vote at the Sikh National College polling booth in Qadian. He expressed gratitude to the Election Commission for conducting the elections via EVMs and for ... Read more Punjab Elections: Pratap Singh Bajwa Casts Vote, Criticizes Kejriwal and Bhagwant Mann

Bengaluru: With the Karnataka Legislative Council elections scheduled for June 18 and a major cabinet expansion expected soon after, Congress legislators aspiring for ministerial berths have stepped up their lobbying efforts. Many leaders have now turned their attention to AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge, seeking his support ahead of the crucial exercise that could determine the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on W

The Punjab BJP has decided to contest all 117 assembly seats independently in the upcoming state elections. A high-level meeting in New Delhi confirmed the party's strategy. Leaders expressed confidence in forming a BJP government and reviving Punjab's economy. The party aims to present its vision and win public support.

Samajwadi Party president and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav on Friday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of manipulating elections and alleged that if the same dishonesty witnessed in Bihar and West Bengal was repeated in Uttar Pradesh, future elections could be jeopardised. Addressing a public meeting after inaugurating Urmila Garden at Soron Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & T

Alleging BJP steals elections, Rahul said he had warned friends in TMC, who were confident that they were sweeping Bengal polls, that they were in dreamland stating he had seen it in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana and Maharashtra. He said BJP cant win the next polls, which is already won, because people are angry, but the hurdle is that elections will not be free and fair.

I have been told that the elections will be held in November [2026], not February [2027]. Only four months are left. Now we all have only one task to make Bhagwant Singh Mann Chief Minister again, said the ruling partys national convener.

Bhopal, June 12: Madhya Pradesh Minister Vishwas Sarang welcomed the Supreme Courts dismissal of Meenakshi Natarajans petition. He alleged that the Congress party deliberately created a controversy surrounding the Rajya Sabha elections to avoid political embarrassment. Sarang accused Congress of undermining democratic institutions. He stated that the Supreme Court made the right decision, emphasizing that ... Read more Congress Accused of Political Drama Over Election Form Errors

NT Reporter Margao The state government has officially appointed mamlatdars and joint mamlatdars as custodians for 14 comunidades in Ponda taluka after elections to their managing committees could not be successfully conducted. Vrushika Kauthankar, Under Secretary, in an official order, said that the recent amendment to the Code of Comunidades allows the government to intervene []

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of taking inspiration from the North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un, with regard to obstructing the democratic process during the elections. Addressing the media in Delhi on Friday, June 12, Revanth Reddy said that just like Kim Jong Un ensures that nobody Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to

Manpur, June 13: Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party (SP), launched a strong attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government during a recent event in Manpur. He criticized the governments handling of inflation, the electricity crisis, smart meters, law and order, and the upcoming 2027 assembly elections, stating that the public ... Read more Rising Costs Due to Rupee Depreciation: Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Government

Trump is looking ahead to the US midterm elections in November and wants to bring the unpopular Iran war to an end. Netanyahu, who also faces elections this year, has a different challenge.

Such an exercise will be helpful for the party, which has to face not only byelections to five Assembly constituencies but also local bodies polls in eight months, says a researcher of the party

The 2024 election results have proved that a regime of fright, arrogance and absolute power cannot continue forever, avers the Deputy Chief Minister, while noting that the government should take decisions with an eye on future generations and not elections

Guwahati, June 12: The Assam State Election Commission (SEC) officially commenced the election process for the newly formed Silchar Municipal Corporation (SMC) on Friday. The commission has released a detailed schedule for preparing, updating, and publishing the ward-wise voter list for the corporations 42 wards. According to a notification issued by State Election Commissioner Ranjan ... Read more Assam Begins Process for Silchar Municipal Corporation Elections

Bengaluru: The Congress has stepped up preparations for the Karnataka Legislative Council biennial elections scheduled for June 18 by calling an important Congress Legislature Party (CLP) meeting on June 16. The meeting will be held at Wonderla Resort near Bidadi in Ramanagara district and will bring together the partys top leadership, ministers and legislators. Chief Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tel

New Delhi, June 12: A crucial meeting will be held in New Delhi to strengthen the Indian National Congress (BJP) organization in Punjab and prepare for the upcoming assembly elections. The meeting will be led by BJP President Nitin Naveen and Home Minister Amit Shah. Scheduled for 6:00 PM at the BJP headquarters, the meeting ... Read more Nitin Naveen to Lead Key Meeting for Punjab BJP Leaders in New Delhi

The development follows political turmoil within the party after its defeat in the West Bengal assembly elections and growing rebellion among legislators

New Delhi, June 12: The Supreme Court has dismissed Meenakshi Natarajans petition regarding the cancellation of her nomination for the Rajya Sabha elections from Madhya Pradesh. Following the courts decision, Natarajan expressed her determination to continue her fight. In response to the dismissal, Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan stated, We will carry on our struggle. There ... Read more Meenakshi Natarajan Vows to Continue Fight After Supreme Court Dismisses Petition

Article 329 of the Indian Constitution bars courts from interfering in electoral matters, ensuring elections proceed without judicial delays.

Kolkata: West Bengal minister Kaushik Chowdhury on Thursday, June 11, said that around 4,000 EVMs were gutted in a government building fire here, as the police launched an investigation following the registration of an FIR in connection with the incident. A massive fire broke out on Wednesday at the nine-storey building in south Kolkatas Alipore Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to

Congress workers staged a Satyagraha protest at Jantar Mantar. They are opposing the Election Commission of India's decision to reject Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination for the Rajya Sabha elections from Madhya Pradesh. Party leaders allege undemocratic practices and a conspiracy between the BJP and the ECI. They demand a Supreme Court intervention to protect democracy.

The Supreme Court has indicated it generally does not intervene in rejected nomination cases before elections. Candidates usually seek remedies through election law after rejection. The court questioned if it had ever interfered at this nomination scrutiny stage. This stance was taken while hearing a Congress leader's plea against her nomination rejection for Rajya Sabha polls in Madhya Pradesh.

Why are Nicobarese tribal councils wary of the administrations proposed election rules? How are Nicobarese leaders chosen today, and what changes do the draft rules propose? Why does the administration want formal elections for tribal councils? How could the proposed rules change Nicobarese self-governance?

New Delhi, June 12: The Supreme Court will hear Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajans petition today, challenging the rejection of her nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha elections in Madhya Pradesh. Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and Justice Atul S. Chandurkars vacation bench assured prompt hearing on Thursday after senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, representing Natarajan, requested ... Read more Supreme Court to Hear Meenakshi Natarajans Nomination Challenge Today

Uttar Pradesh's final electoral roll for the upcoming panchayat elections reveals a significant gender gap of over 85 lakh voters, with men outnumbering women. Jaunpur district boasts the highest number of both male and female electors, while eastern Uttar Pradesh districts hold the largest electorates. Conversely, Gautam Buddh Nagar has the smallest panchayat electorate.

Elections for the four seats has been necessitated by the expiry of the term of the YSRCP and TDP MPs

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale predicts Prime Minister Narendra Modi will win the 2029 and 2034 elections. He stated that his party's support guarantees power. Athawale also highlighted the NDA government's secular approach and commitment to Uttarakhand's development. He mentioned projects worth Rs 40,000 crore for the state. The minister also spoke about educational policies and reservation quotas.

Americans are not happy with the fast building of data centers for AI. Most people do not want these centers in their neighborhoods. They worry about higher electricity bills and job losses. This issue is important for voters ahead of the upcoming elections. Fourteen states are looking at pausing new data center projects.

Ever since the Trinamool Congress lost power in the Assembly elections after being in power for three terms, the party seems to be imploding. The rebellion has spread within the legislature party as well as the parliamentary grouping as well. To analyse this crisis, we are joined by Sankhadip Das, proprietor editor of TheWall.in.

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperatives and Elections, Javid Ahmad Dar, on Thursday said the government is actively pursuing the implementation of weather-based crop insurance schemes to protect farmers against losses, while simultaneously focusing on training and awareness programmes to expose cultivators to the latest agricultural technologies []

The current situation is not conducive for an alliance. In the coming days, when there are local body and other elections, the CPI will decide its stand. The CPI takes its own political decisions, he said

The Supreme Court will hear on Friday a writ petition filed by Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan challenging the rejection of her nomination for the Rajya Sabha elections from Madhya Pradesh. The matter was orally mentioned on Thursday before the Bench of Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and Justice AS Chandurkar by Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, [] The post Supreme Court to hear Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan plea challenging rejection of Rajya Sabha nomination on June 12 appeared f

Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan has approached the Supreme Court challenging the rejection of her nomination for the Rajya Sabha elections from Madhya Pradesh, scheduled to be held on June 18. Natarajans candidature was rejected on June 9 by the Returning Officer and Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly Principal Secretary Arvind Sharma following objections raised by Bharatiya [] The post Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan moves Supreme Court challenging rejection of Rajya Sabha nomination a

Sanjay Raut's proposal for TMC and NCP to rejoin Congress has reignited debate over opposition unity. Explore the political implications, challenges, and potential impact on the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.

The advisory council says it assembled a dataset on elections to LS seats from 2009 to 2024 to estimate a statistical relationship between voter turnout, constituency size, and five compositional features of the constituency; the model results in increasing the size of the Lok Sabha to 824 seats and it is broadly in line with what the Centre had suggested in April, when it brought the Delimitation-related Bills but failed to pass them in Parliament

The CEO also issued instructions regarding returning Officers for the Constituencies going for bye-elections and said the instructions would also cover other Officers, viz. Deputy/Assistant Collectors, Sub-Divisional Magistrates, Tahsildars and Block Development Officer located in Assembly Constituency Limits.