Washington: A sweeping change to the US H-1B visa selection process has triggered fresh anxiety among Indian technology professionals and Indian American families, after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) formally notified that future H-1B cap selections will be weighted based on wage levels rather than random lottery alone. The final rule, published in the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegra

Sanjay announced that the BJP would clinch the Mayor seat in the GHMC elections and make Hyderabad free from Majlis influence, despite Congress extending full support to MIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi.

Maharashtra's local elections are causing political shifts. The NCP-SP is exploring alliances with the Ajit Pawar faction in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, upsetting its MVA partners, Congress and UBT Sena. These parties are forging their own paths in civic polls. Leaders suggest MVA pacts are for larger elections. Parties are testing new combinations to challenge the BJP locally.

Rahman is seen as a top contender for the post of prime minister ahead of the upcoming elections in Bangladesh, expected to be held in February 2026. His return coincides with a sensitive time in Bangladesh as violence is on the rise in the aftermath of the killing of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi.

The BJP MLA was elected as the Deputy Speaker for the first time in September 2021 and was re-elected to the post following the Assembly elections in 2022

PATNA: All is not well within Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) as three of its four MLAs abstained from a 'Litti Chokha' party held at party chief and Rajya Sabha member Upendra Kushwaha's residence in Patna. Meanwhile, the absent MLAsMadhav Anand, Rameshwar Mahto and Alok Singhwere in a meeting with BJPs national working president Nitin Nabin in New Delhi on Wednesday. RLM is a part of BJP-JD(U) led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), which registered a landslide victory in recently concluded Bihar a

Tarique Rahman, acting chairman of Bangladeshs BNP, has returned to Dhaka after nearly 17 years in exile. His homecoming comes ahead of the February 12 general elections, following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina. With past convictions overturned, Rahmans return may reshape Bangladeshs fragile political transition under an interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.

On Wednesday, the mood at the Pune NCP (Sharad Pawar) office was unlike that of the earlier elections. The air of excitement was replaced by uncertainty.

RANCHI: After being denied any seat in Bihar by the Mahagathbandhan during the Assembly polls, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) has begun exploring avenues in other tribal-dominated states across the country. According to party leaders, a four-member delegation will soon visit Assam to assess ground realities by holding a series of meetings with local party workers. Despite being a key coalition partner during the Bihar Assembly elections, the RJD did not concede a single seat to the JMM, while

NEW DELHI: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a penalty of 11 lakh on civil services coaching institute Vision IAS for publishing misleading advertisements related to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination (CSE) results for 2022 and 2023. According to the CCPA, Vision IAS, operated by AjayVision Education Private Limited, published misleading information on its official website regarding the performance of candidates in the UPSC examinatio

Donald Trump ends 2025 with low approval ratings as more people disapprove than approve. Polls show voters worry about the economy, high prices, and ongoing controversies. Support is strong among Republicans but very low among Democrats and independents. His ratings are lower than most past presidents at the same point. Experts watch closely for 2026 elections.

Meanwhile, the BRS seized upon the outcome, claiming rural voters had rejected BJPs new entrants. Analysts cautioned that unless the BJP leadership reviews the results seriously, the party could face further challenges in upcoming MPTC, ZPTC and municipal elections.

DHAKA, Dec 25: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting chairman Tarique Rahman returned home to a rousing welcome on Thursday after over 17 years in self-exile, a move that is expected to energise his party workers ahead of the February 12 parliamentary elections. Rahman, the 60-year-old son of ailing former prime minister Khaleda Zia, has emerged as a leading contender for prime ministership in the polls even as the countrys Islamist party, Jamaat-e-Islami, has been trying to throw a stiff co

Guwahati: Tarique Rahman, considered a leading contender for Bangladeshs next prime minister, has returned to the country after spending 17 years in exile, ahead of the upcoming general elections. Rahman, 60, is the son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and a prominent figure in the influential Zia family. He leads the Bangladesh Nationalist Party [] The post Bangladeshs BNP leader Tarique Rahman returns from 17-year exile ahead of elections appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Rahman, 60, the son of ailing former prime minister Khaleda Zia, has emerged as a key contender for the top post in the upcoming polls. His return comes at a time when the BNP is seen as the frontrunner, with the Awami League barred from contesting the elections

Tarique Zia returned to Bangladesh after 17 years of exile, drawing a huge Dhaka rally. His comeback reshapes BNP politics ahead of the 2026 elections and signals a shift on India-Pakistan ties.

Campaigning for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections has taken an extravagant turn, with candidates across parties offering high-value gifts to woo voters, a report claimed.

The institute's advertisements prominently claimed 7 in Top 10 & 79 in Top 100 selections in CSE 2023 and 39 in Top 50 selections in CSE 2022, featuring photographs, names and ranks of successful candidates

India faced a challenging 2025. Major events included a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, leading to military action. Tragic stampedes occurred at religious gatherings and railway stations. An Air India crash and severe air pollution gripped the nation. Elections saw a significant BJP surge in Delhi and Bihar. IndiGo faced flight disruptions due to new rules.

Amid ongoing atrocities against minorities, a Hindu man is seeking to win people's mandate from the ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's constituency in the upcoming national elections.

MUMBAI: The Congress' decision to contest the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections independently has fragmented the Opposition space in the Mumbai civic battle and turned the January 15 polls into a multi-cornered contest. The party cited the alignment between the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray's MNS as the reason for opting out of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) arrangement for the civic polls. According to political observers, the Congress' move to go solo, fo

India showed humanitarian spirit by not forcing former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to return. She is a long-time friend of India. Legal aspects are being examined. This comes amid strained India-Bangladesh ties due to recent killings and protests. Bangladesh's opposition leader Tarique Rahman returns to Dhaka. National elections are scheduled for February.

The Congress has opted to contest the BMC elections independently, fracturing the opposition and creating a multi-cornered battle. Citing ideological differences with the Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS alliance, the party aims to consolidate minority, Dalit, and migrant votes by focusing on local issues and its secular image. This bold move carries significant risks for the Congress's future in Maharashtra.

Rahman, the 60-year-old son of ailing former premier Khaleda Zia, has emerged as a leading contender for prime minister in the upcoming February general elections.

As Myanmar approaches a pivotal election, the political landscape is fraught with opposition to the ruling junta. China is supporting the electoral process, branding it as essential for stability and valid governance, with an eye on resuming billions in infrastructure funding.

BHOPAL: A day after the first phase of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter roll was completed with the publication of the draft voter list, the opposition Congress targeted the ruling BJP government, with the SIR first phase figures. On the completion of the first phase, the ECI officially stated that more than 42.74 lakh voters, who were part of the October 2025 list of voters, were removed from the SIR draft list on Tuesday. Once the count of unmapped voters is added to it, the figure be

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The BJP on Wednesday held a series of meetings with its councillors in the Thiruvananthapuram corporation to finalise its mayor and deputy mayor candidates. Sources said that the party leadership decided to defer an announcement amid differences of opinion with the RSS. Though an announcement was expected on Wednesday, the leadership chose to keep the names under wraps after the RSS strongly pitched for an experienced councillor to be named mayor. Party insiders said the RSS

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said the Sabarimala issue could have been one of the reasons for the LDFs poor performance in the local body elections. Addressing media after cabinet, he said LDF will look into the fronts performance and make necessary corrections. However, he refused to give undue importance to Sabarimala in the election outcome, pointing to the result in Pandalam municipality, which the LDF wrested back from the BJP. Pinarayi alleged a nexus between the BJP

According to the commission, public campaigning for the civic body electionswill officially conclude at 5.30 pm on January 13, 2026

Releases so far have contained extensive redactions, angering some Republicans and doing little to defuse a scandal threatening the party ahead of the 2026 midterm elections

The Bahujan Samaj Party, a former national third force, faces parliamentary absence for the first time. Once a significant player, the BSP drew a blank in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Its last MP's term ends in November 2026. The party's future hinges on the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.

Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray have joined forces for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. The two parties aim to counter the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance. They stated their union is to protect Marathi language and culture. The Thackeray cousins believe this alliance will safeguard Mumbai and Maharashtra. Seat-sharing negotiations are ongoing, with Raj Thackeray citing fears of candidate poaching.

Congress, BRS and BJP leaders see rush for tickets ahead of likely local body elections

Dozens of Brahmin BJP legislators met for a community dinner in Uttar Pradesh. This gathering is fueling political discussions about a possible cabinet reshuffle and changes within the party's state unit. Similar caste-based meetings have occurred previously. These events highlight the intersection of caste networks and party strategy as the 2027 elections approach.

Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray have announced a long-awaited alliance between MNS and Shiv Sena (UBT) for the January 15 Mumbai civic elections. The cousins said the partnership aims to protect Mumbais interests, with plans to expand the alliance to Nashik. The move has sparked sharp political reactions, including criticism from the BJP.

The Thackeray cousins Uddhav and Raj have formally announced an alliance for the BMC and other municipal corporation elections, but it is not an easy fight, given the BJP's strong network and well-oiled machinery. Here are the top five challenges in Mumbai for the Thackerays who have reunited after 20 years. Weakened network after party's division : Following the split in the Shiv Sena, the party's once strong network was divided between the two factions. Eknath Shinde aggressively poached sever

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Even as major parties are yet to finalise their seat-sharing deals, Asaduddin Owaisi-led AIMIM has announced its first list of 12 candidates for the upcoming elections to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, and Nashik municipal corporations. Out of 12, eight candidates are from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, three are from Nasik, and one is from Jalna. Only Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on What

The BJP also performed well in the local body by-elections, winning ward-level polls in Bengaluru Rural and Raichur districts

LUCKNOW: Spread over 65 acres, next to the embankment of River Gomti on Hardoi Road on the outskirts of the state capital Lucknow, the memorial, Rashtra Prerna Sthal, dedicated to BJP icons Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Shyama Prasad Mookerjee and Deen Dayal Upadhyay, will be inaugurated by PM Modi on Thursday. Shaped like a lotus reflecting the BJPs election symbol, the memorial has three towering bronze statues of Vajpayee, Mookerjee and Upadhyay. Replete with poems and speeches of Vajpayee, nationali

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Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray earlier in the day announced the alliance of their parties ahead of the January 15 Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections

mumbai: The Sharad Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (SP) has begun negotiations with the Congress for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, demanding 50 seats, after efforts to reach a workable seat-sharing arrangement with the Thackeray brothers failed. After Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray left little space for other parties in seat-sharing talks, the former Union agriculture ministers party decided to explore an alliance with the Congress. According

Suvendu Adhikari asked the police to mend their ways or face consequences after April, when the assembly elections would be due in the State

KOLKATA: Violence broke out between two rival Matua groups affiliated to Union minister of shipping and BJP MP Shantanu Thakur and Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MP Mamatabala Thakur in Thakurnagar, the administrative headquarters of the Matua community in West Bengal, on Wednesday. The clash took place amid heightened tensions over the deletion of nearly one lakh Matua voters names following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state. The clash followed comments made b

New York/Dhaka: A group of US lawmakers has expressed concern over the total ban of the Awami League political party ahead of elections scheduled in Bangladesh early next year. The lawmakers have said that the Bangladeshi people deserve to be able to choose an elected government in a free and fair election. The foreign affairs Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You

In this episode of Pulse Maharashtra, we break down the major takeaways from the recently held municipal council and Nagar Panchayat elections across the state. The video explores how these polls unfolded after a long gap, why they were considered a crucial test for Maharashtras key political parties, and what the results reveal about shifting dynamics on the ground. We look at the performance of the BJP, the challenges faced within the Mahayuti alliance, the impact of the Shiv Sena and NCP spli

Reporters in Bangladesh are facing a dangerous environment. Attacks on major news outlets have intensified threats and surveillance. Journalists fear for their safety as elections approach. This crackdown on press freedom is a growing concern. The situation highlights a wider erosion of civic space in the country. Authorities have pledged safety but journalists remain apprehensive.

JAIPUR : The Rajasthan State Election Commission has begun preparations for the upcoming local body elections by issuing two separate notifications for Panchayati Raj institutions and urban local bodies, announcing a major revision in campaign expenditure limits while simultaneously tightening rules on campaigning. In a significant decision, the commission has doubled the election expenditure limits for candidates contesting posts from sarpanch to district council member, and has also substantia

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis dismissed the alliance between Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray. He stated the coming together of the two leaders is for their political survival and will not significantly impact the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. Fadnavis asserted that Mumbai residents will support the Mahayuti government's performance and vision for the city.

Ahead of the Maharashtra civic polls, NCP (SP) working president Supriya Sule said her party will not form an alliance with the Ajit Pawar-led NCP for the Pune civic elections until concerns of party workers are addressed

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Wednesday visited Tadepalli mandal in Guntur district, fulfilling a promise he had made before the elections almost two years ago.

Muhammad Yunus-led Bangladesh Interim Government has been accused of engineering murder of Osman Hadi to delay the Bangladesh Elections 2026.

MUMBAI: Cousins Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray on Wednesday formally announced an alliance between the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and other municipal corporation elections, appealing to Marathi voters not to allow divisions, warning that such a split would weaken the authority of the Marathi manoos over Mumbai. Addressing a joint gathering, Uddhav Thackeray said that the unity of Marathi people was crucia

The BJP further alleged that the Thackerays' alliance was an attempt to save their deposits in the civic elections.

The estranged Thackeray cousins have reunited. They have joined hands for the upcoming local body elections in Mumbai together. The decision is being made public by cousins Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray.

BJP bags Kinnigoli and Bajpe Town Panchayats while the Congress gets Kadaba Town Panchayat

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) boss Raj Thackeray on Wednesday announced the alliance of their parties ahead of the January 15 Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, putting months of speculation to rest. Addressing a joint news conference with Raj, Uddhav said the two parties have come together to stay together. Raj, however, did not share details of the seat sharing between the two parties for the high-stakes BMC elections. Mumb

BHOPAL: With the first phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Madhya Pradesh concluding on Tuesday, around 21% of voters have been removed from the draft electoral list in the state capital, Bhopal. Out of the 21.25 lakh-plus registered voters of the districts October 2025 voter list, around 4.38 lakh voters (20.63% or more) in seven assembly segments of Bhopal district, have been removed from the draft voter roll which was published on Tuesday. The highest number of

We will finish off those who want to take away Mumbai: Uddhav Thackeray

Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS have announced an alliance for upcoming BMC and other civic body elections, marking a political reunion of Thackeray cousins Uddhav and Raj. Seat-sharing agreements have been finalized, with the NCP (SP) also included in some discussions. This move is seen as a significant development in Maharashtra politics.

Shiv Sena-UBT and MNS are reportedly forming an alliance for the 2026 Municipal Corporation elections, sparking political reactions. Shiv Sena leaders expressed concerns over betraying Balasaheb Thackeray's legacy, while Congress leaders questioned the implications for broader alliances, hinting at potential splits within the ruling Mahayuti.

Ambedkar pointed out that the Congress and the NCP (SP) were not coming together for the polls, forcing his party to decide whom to align with

T20 World Cup: Kirstie Gordon, the captain of Nottinghamshire's Blaze team in English domestic women's cricket, has decided to return to international cricket with Scotland, over six years after her last appearance for England The 28-year-old left-arm spinner, who was born in Huntly, began her international career with Scotland at just 14 years old. However, in 2018, she chose to focus on a full-time cricket career within the English domestic system. During her time with England, Gordon earned s

Bangladesh News: The brother of slain Inqilab Moncho convenor Sharif Osman bin Hadi has blamed the interim government for his murder, demanding accountability. Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina echoed these sentiments, citing a breakdown in law and order. Protests erupted in Dhaka, with the government promising a fast-tracked trial under the Speedy Trial Tribunal.

Ahead of Bangladesh general elections in February, US lawmakers has warned the country's interim administration that suspending political parties and reviving the flawed International Crimes Tribunal could damage the credibility of the electoral process.

Though more than 4,100 nomination forms were issued so far, not a single one was submitted to election authorities on the first day of filing papers by candidates, a BMC release said

US lawmakers have voiced concerns regarding the ban on the Awami League party in Bangladesh. This ban precedes elections scheduled for early next year. The lawmakers emphasize the people's right to choose their government through free and fair elections. They urge the interim government to foster conditions for inclusive participation.

Unnao rape survivor protested at India Gate after Kuldeep Singh Sengar's bail, fearing for her safety and alleging political motives linked to upcoming elections. She expressed betrayal by the system but retained faith in the Supreme Court. Sengar's bail was suspended pending appeal, though he remains in custody due to a separate conviction.

Sanjay Nirupam also accused Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray of abandoning the ideals of party founder Bal Thackeray by joining hands with the Congress and jihadi Muslims

Uddhav and Raj Thackeray are set to formally announce their political alliance for upcoming municipal elections on Wednesday. The Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS have finalized seat-sharing arrangements for Mumbai and other corporations, aiming to unite for the Marathi manoos. Discussions with NCP (SP) are ongoing, while Congress will contest BMC polls independently.

AHMEDABAD : Families of 197 Gujarat fishermen, allegedly detained in Pakistan jails for six years, held a protest at the secretariat in Gandhinagar, demanding immediate government intervention, diplomatic push, and a timeline for their return. Coming from coastal belts of Somnath, Junagadh, Una, Kodinar, Diu and vicinity, the families travelled over 1,000km on Monday to submit a memorandum to authorities, seeking Prime Ministers intervention. They said the fishermen were apprehended after their

mid-day brings you the first part of a series to help understand your ward better, as BMC polls close in; Each instalment will highlight ward-wise characteristics, challenges, issues that put the spotlight on developmental priorities, key landmarks, demographic patterns

MUMBAI: The deadlock within the Mahayuti alliance over seat-sharing for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections continues, with Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena refusing to accept the BJPs offer of 50 seats against its demand for 8090 seats. The BMC has 227 seats. The BJP has proposed contesting 150 seats, offering 50 to the Shinde-led Shiv Sena, and allocating the remaining 27 seatsmostly from minority-dominated areasto the Ajit Pawar-led NCP. Sources said Shinde

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and MP Sanjay Raut said in a post on social media platform X that Uddhav and Raj will jointly address the media on Wednesday to announce their plans to contest the local body elections in alliance

Sources say cousins to announce alliance today for BMC poll; former could contest around 135 wards, while latter could field candidates in about 80

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 23: The United Democratic Party (UDP) is still awaiting a crucial report from its Garo Hills committee regarding strategy for the upcoming Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) elections, according to general secretary Titosstarwell Chyne. Chyne confirmed that the committee informed the party leadership that the report would be submitted []

Piyush Goyal met Edappadi K Palaniswami in Chennai. They discussed seat-sharing for the 2026 assembly elections. The BJP and AIADMK aim to strengthen their NDA alliance. Both leaders expressed confidence in a victory against the DMK. Plans are underway to connect with Tamil Nadu's people and address their aspirations for growth and jobs.

Piyush Goyal met Edappadi K Palaniswami in Chennai. They discussed seat-sharing for the 2026 assembly elections. The BJP and AIADMK aim to strengthen their NDA alliance. Both leaders expressed confidence in a victory against the DMK. Plans are underway to connect with Tamil Nadu's people and address their aspirations for growth and jobs.

Discussions between the BJP and Shiv Sena for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections are stalled. The BJP wants over 150 seats, while the Shiv Sena seeks 95-100. The BJP has offered only 55 seats. The Shiv Sena's demand stems from accommodating former corporators who joined their faction.

Discussions between the BJP and Shiv Sena for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections are stalled. The BJP wants over 150 seats, while the Shiv Sena seeks 95-100. The BJP has offered only 55 seats. The Shiv Sena's demand stems from accommodating former corporators who joined their faction.

BHOPAL: As many as 42.74 lakh electors out of the total 5.74 crore were removed from the draft electoral rolls published on Tuesday after the contentious Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Madhya Pradesh. Out of the 42,74,160 names that were removed from the electoral rolls, 19.19 lakh were men, while 23.64 lakh were women. The total number of voters who filled up the SIR enumeration forms stands at over 5.31 crore. As many as 8,65, 832 voters remained unmapped, as the detail

Nearly 95 lakh voters have been removed from the draft electoral rolls published on Tuesday after the contentious Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Kerala and Andaman and Nicobar. In Madhya Pradesh , names of 42.74 lakh electors (7%) out of the total 5.74 crore were removed from the draft rolls. In Kerala, the names of 24.08 lakh of the over 2.78 crore electors were removed from the draft rolls. In Chhattisgarh, out of 2.12 crore electors, names

Uddhav Thackeray's faction of Shiv Sena is going ahead full steam with Raj Thackeray's MNS for the civic elections in Mumbai.

DEHRADUN: As the Election Commission of India (ECI) prepares to launch Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Uttarakhand, nearly 90,000 voters serving in the military or paramilitary forces must choose between retaining their registration as a 'service voter' or remaining on their ancestral village's voter list. General voters whose names appear on both urban and rural voter lists must also opt to remove one registration. The Chief Electoral Officer's office is currently engaged in pre-SIR mapping

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BJP leader and Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday formally commenced seat-sharing talks with the AIADMK, marking a key development in alliance-building ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

CTET February 2026 applicants can now correct their application details until December 26, 2025, on the official website. Over 25 lakh candidates registered for the exam, scheduled for February 8, 2026, marking a significant increase from previous years. Corrections are permitted for personal information and paper selections, but not exam city preferences.

PATNA: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, who arrived here to attend the first literary festival organised by Bihars Nalanda University, heaped praise on CM Nitish Kumar for carrying out development works across the State. Talking to media persons in Rajgir, Tharoor said the development works in the state exceeded his expectations. No question that the infrastructure is so much better than I had heard before. The roads are better. People are out on the streets even late at night, which was not always t

MUMBAI: After a gap of 20 years and following prolonged deliberations, cousins Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray have decided to join hands politically to take on the BJP in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, Asias richest civic body, scheduled for January 15 next year. The official announcement of the Thackerays coming together for the BMC and other municipal corporation elections will be made on Wednesday at 12 noon in Mumbai. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut said the f

Union Minister Giriraj Singh slammed Rahul Gandhi for alleged treason during foreign visits. Gandhi spoke in Berlin, raising concerns about India's electoral fairness. He claimed elections were not fair and alleged a full-scale assault on institutions. Gandhi also stated that investigating agencies are weaponized. He vowed to create a system of resistance against the capture of institutions.

KOLKATA: A day after floating his new political platform, the Janata Unnayan Party (JUP), the suspended Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Humayun Kabir may face action from Speaker Biman Bandyopadhyay in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly. On Tuesday, the Speaker said he may summon the rebel MLA to the Assembly to clarify his present political status as a legislator. Humayun has already been suspended by the leadership on charge of violating party discipline. Documents related to his suspension are

Patna, Dec 23: BJPs national working president Nitin Nabin on Tuesday termed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as a part-time politician, claiming that he came to Bihar only during elections and left the country once the polls got over. Nabin, while addressing the party workers here, asserted that the BJP flag will fly high in the upcoming assembly polls of West Bengal and Kerala, where part-time politicians like Rahul Gandhi would be punished by voters. The 45-year-old BJP leader also alleged [] The

NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule denies any official alliance proposal with Ajit Pawar's faction for Pune civic elections. A leader from Sharad Pawar's party claims a principle decision to contest jointly. Discussions are ongoing with Maha Vikas Aghadi allies. Any alliance decision will consider party workers and city development.

BJP national working president Nitin Nabin led a roadshow in Patna during his first visit to Bihar after taking charge in New Delhi on December 15. Speaking at the event, he accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of being a part-time politician who visits Bihar only during elections. Nabin emphasised commitment in politics, promising to meet peoples expectations and focus on the long-term development of the state.

The Maha Vikas Aghadi faces a crucial test in upcoming municipal corporation elections, including Mumbai, after a significant defeat in recent local polls. The BJP-led Mahayuti secured a dominant victory, winning a majority of municipal president posts, highlighting the opposition's organizational challenges. The MVA now needs to recalibrate its strategy to counter the Mahayuti's growing dominance.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has accused the BJP of manipulating voter lists and weakening election safeguards. He stated that after money power failed in last year's Lok Sabha elections, new threats to democracy are emerging. The Chief Minister highlighted significant increases in BJP donations even after the scrapping of Electoral Bonds.

The Congress has announced its star campaigners for the upcoming Maharashtra civic elections. Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and former cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin will be among the 40 prominent leaders. Sachin Pilot, Kanhaiya Kumar, and Jignesh Mevani are also listed. These elections will see a major political contest across 29 civic bodies. Voting is scheduled for January 15.