Kathmandu: Nepals next parliamentary elections will be held on March 5, President Ramchandra Paudels office has announced, following a week of violent protests that led to the resignation of K P Sharma Oli and Sushila Karki taking over as the countrys first woman prime minister. President Paudel, while dissolving the House of Representatives on the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing

Prime Minister Modi's first visit to Manipur since the 2023 ethnic violence drew criticism from opposition leaders, who deemed it a belated and insufficient gesture. While Modi appealed for peace, launched development projects, and met with displaced families, opposition parties questioned the timing and motives behind the visit, citing the prolonged unrest and the upcoming 2027 elections.

Sashastra Seema Bal apprehended seventy-five inmates. They were trying to enter India from Nepal. These individuals fled jails in Nepal. This happened amidst unrest in the Himalayan nation. The India-Nepal border is under surveillance. Nepal is returning to normalcy after protests. Sushila Karki became the interim Prime Minister. Fresh elections are scheduled in Nepal for March 5, 2026.

BJP President JP Nadda criticized the Congress party, alleging their insults towards Prime Minister Modi's late mother reflect a filthy mindset, predicting a strong response from the people of Bihar in upcoming elections. He also attacked Rahul Gandhi's claims of voter list manipulation and highlighted Bihar's progress under the NDA government, contrasting it with the previous jungle raj era.

Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki sworn in as Nepals first woman interim Prime Minister after weeks of Gen Z-led protests against corruption, stagnation, and the ban on social media. Backed by protesters and political forces alike, Karki will lead a six-month transitional government before fresh elections in March 2026.

NEW DELHI: The Election Commission (EC) has informed the Supreme Court that any directive to conduct special intensive revisions (SIR) of electoral rolls at regular intervals across the country would amount to an encroachment upon its exclusive constitutional domain. In a counter-affidavit filed in response to a plea, the EC asserted that it holds complete discretion over the policy and timing of electoral roll revisions, to the exclusion of any other authority. The affidavit comes in reply to a

The Election Commission of India directs states to match old and new electoral data. This is ahead of a nationwide Special Intensive Revision. Booth Level Officers will assist District Electoral Officers in this task. The matched data will be available online for voters. A Deputy Election Commissioner will visit Kolkata to monitor preparations.

The elections will take place on September 28 which will decide the key positions like president, vice-president, secretary, joint secretary, and treasurer.

Despite being India's highest T20I wicket-taker and a World Cup winner, Arshdeep Singh faces bench time, missing key matches like the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy Test. While focusing on white-ball practice and Duleep Trophy, he remains positive, supported by family and his personal diary. Coach Kotak denies any bias in team selections, emphasizing decisions are based on what's best for the team.

Kochi: Leader of Opposition in the Kerala Assembly V D Satheesan on Saturday alleged that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) was a BJP tactic to disrupt free and fair elections and the Congress-led UDF would strongly oppose all attempts to implement it in the state. Speaking to reporters here, Satheesan said that implementation of SIR Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our chan

After two State conferences at Vikravandi and Madurai Mr. Vijay is now hitting the road, projecting himself as a gamechanger in the 2026 elections

Ramesh Bhatia Cricket Foundation: Securing a spot in an overseas T20 league is a rare feat for an uncapped player, particularly for someone whos yet to feature in their own countrys premier franchise T20 competition. When such selections happen, they highlight a players exceptional potential and mark a significant leap in their professional trajectory. Salonee Dangores ongoing debut stint in the ongoing Womens Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) has been just that. The little-known leg-spinner, bein

Announcement follows appointment of former Chief Justice Sushila Karki as Prime Minister, who will lead an interim government

President Ramchandra Paudel said the new caretaker government led by interim Prime Minister Karki is mandated to hold fresh parliamentary elections within six months

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sushila Karki on becoming Nepal's interim Prime Minister. Nepal's parliament was dissolved, and elections are set for March 2026. Karki is the first woman Prime Minister of Nepal. This followed KP Sharma Oli's resignation after anti-corruption protests. India's Ministry of External Affairs welcomed the interim government. India expressed hope for peace and stability in Nepal.

ALAPPUZHA: CPI national secretary D Raja on Friday said no one should question the patriotism and nationalism of communists, pointing out that the RSS had no role in the countrys freedom movement. Addressing a public rally in Alappuzha in connection with the CPI state conference, Raja accused the BJP-RSS of dividing people in the name of religion while serving the interests of corporate houses. He said the Constitution defined India as a secular democratic republic, but the ruling dispensation w

KOZHIKODE: Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) will wait for the official announcement of the details of the proposed Minority Sangamam before reacting to the event scheduled to be held in mid-October. We have not taken any decision on the issue, said party leader K P A Majeed, MLA. It is not yet clear whether political parties will be invited for the programme or the event will be confined to religious and community leaders. The IUML may follow the collective decision of the UDF in the issue. The

I first met Professor Jagdeep S Chhokar in 2006, when I was the youngest in the Election Commission of India. At that time, the relationship between the Election Commission (EC) and the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR)the organisation he co-foundedwas marked by caution, even suspicion. ADR had begun to make waves with its landmark petitions in the courts, demanding greater transparency in elections. From within the EC, we were instinctively wary: here was an organisation holding up a mir

For Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, winning the civic polls could prove to be a challenge as legacy may not be enough to woo voters, who are looking for progress, employment, growth, and real change

Hours after former Chief Justice Sushila Karki took the oath as Nepal's interim Prime Minister, its parliament was dissolved as fresh elections were scheduled to be held.

NEW DELHI, Sep 12: The Election Commission on Friday told its officials handling social media in the states to hit back at misinformation with facts. At a workshop here, officials dealing with media and social media at offices of state chief electoral officers (CEOs) were told that in light of the growing threat of misinformation, it is imperative to clearly communicate that elections in India are conducted strictly in accordance with the Constitution. They were told to keep countering misleadin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Purnea airport in Bihar's Seemanchal region on September 15, marking the third such aviation project in the state. With assembly elections approaching, the government aims to enhance connectivity for migrant populations.

Nepal has sworn in former Chief Justice Sushila Karki as its first woman interim Prime Minister to lead a government tasked with holding elections within six months.

NEW DELHI: Amid raging controversy over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Bihar and expected pan-India rollout, the Election Commission of India on Friday held a day-long workshop for the Commissions media and communication officers. The Commission is aimed at establishing an effective communication strategy at the grassroots level. The move also assumed significance as this was organised ahead of poll season and at a time when the communication space remains saddled with challeng

NEW DELHI: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has rejected the West Bengal governments request to include Swastha Sathi and ration (PDS) cards as documents to prove eligibility to be included in the voters list during the course of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in the State. Incidentally, after Bihar, the focus has now shifted to West Bengal, as the poll panel is gearing up to launch the SIR ahead of the scheduled State assembly elections in 2026. It is to be noted here that the Swast

How can I promise to declare Boath mandal as a revenue division when I do not even know if I will win the next elections?: Tourism minister Jupally Krishna Rao

The Indian team has been competing with plain jerseys during the Asia Cup, a rare sight for a team with such a strong brand value. The sponsorship search is progressing alongside the BCCI elections scheduled for September 28, where new office-bearers will be elected.

Following K.P. Sharma Oli's resignation and the dissolution of Parliament amidst anti-graft protests, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki is set to become Nepal's interim Prime Minister. Agreed upon by major parties and Gen Z representatives, Karki will lead a transitional government to organize fresh elections and restore stability.

PATNA: Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav will embark on a five-day Bihar Adhikar Yatra from Jehanabad district from September 16. It will conclude in Vaishali district, stated to be the 'cradle of democracy', on September 20. RJD principal general secretary Ranvijay Sahu issued a letter to all district party presidents, former candidates of assembly and Lok Sabha elections and other functionaries on Friday, asking them to make the Yatra a grand success. Party MPs and legisl

GUWAHATI, Sept. 12: The Assam BJP on Friday unveiled its vision document for the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) elections, resolving to build a peaceful, secure and developed Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). The unveiling of the partys vision document at the state BJP headquarters here was graced by Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma; state BJP [] The post BJP unveils vision document for BTC elections appeared first on The Shillong Times .

The Union Government is not showing any inclination to restore the statehood despite holding the legislative elections successfully, says Tanvir Sadiq.

JUNAGADH: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday said Manipur has been in trouble for a long time and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the strife-torn state now is not a ig deal as he insisted vote chori (vote theft) remains the main issue before the country currently. Talking to reporters outside the Keshod airport in Junagadh district of Gujarat, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha claimed everywhere people are raising vote chor (vote thief) slogan. After landing at the airport i

MOSCOW, Sept 12: Voting has begun in regional and municipal elections across Russia, with about 55 million citizens eligible to cast ballots, Russias Central Election Commission (CEC) said Friday. From Friday to Sunday, more than 5,000 elections are being held nationwide. Voters will elect governors, regional legislative assemblies and municipal councils. According to the CEC, gubernatorial elections are being held in 20 regions. Legislative assemblies will be chosen in 11 regions, and city coun

Citizens are the masters in a democracy! - the message that greets visitors to the Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR) website also defined the life of its co-founder, Jagdeep Chhokar. A leading voice for electoral and political reforms in India, Chhokar passed away at 81 after suffering a heart attack at his home in New Friends Colony, New Delhi, in the early hours of Friday, 12 September. Before emerging as a thorn in the side of the political establishment, Chhokar built a distinguished a

Jagdeep S Chhokar, co-founder of the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and a prominent advocate for clean elections, passed away in Delhi at the age of 80. He spearheaded landmark judicial interventions, enhancing transparency and accountability in Indian politics, including mandatory disclosure of candidate information and the striking down of the Electoral Bonds scheme.

Arun Dhumal shares updates on the search for Team India's new sponsor. The process has begun, and a decision is expected soon. India will play Pakistan only in ACC/ICC events, following government policy. Visa rules are easing for international sports personnel. The BCCI's AGM is on September 28, with elections for top posts.

Guwahati, Sept 12 (PTI) Taking a jibe at Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi said that people of Assam deserve better and they will receive better after the 2026 assembly elections. Gogoi also took a dig at Sarma for his latest flop show, referring to the Assam Polices investigation into alleged Pakistani links of the Congress deputy leader in Lok Sabha, the probe report of which has not yet been disclosed. I feel sorry for a chief minister whose words have lost all

Narendra Cup football tournament, a new outreach initiative of West Bengal BJP comes months before 2026 Assembly elections in the State

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NEW DELHI: Indias Muslim women politicians have been chief ministers, constituency managers, party faithfuls, party hoppers, managers of important ministries in short, capable of every quality shown by men to be go-getters and parliamentarians. Missing from the House (Juggernaut), a new book by journalists Rasheed Kidwai and Ambar Kumar Ghosh, however, has come up with a shocker. Since the first general elections of 1951-52, there have been, until 2024, only 690 women MPs. Of this only 18 have b

Harsh Vardhan Shringla cautioned India about potential threats from groups like Jamaat-e-Islami in Bangladesh, highlighting their historical role and alleged ties to the Muslim Brotherhood. He stressed vigilance against any entity acting against India's interests, particularly concerning ISI activity and possible collusion along the border. Shringla acknowledged Jamaat-e-Islami's potential strength in upcoming elections.

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: For them, 10 months ago Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan was the captain - the juggernaut propelling Congress victory over CPM in each by-election. That was till November 23, 2024, the day Rahul Mamkootathil won comfortably from Palakkad assembly constituency. Satheesan was the unquestionable leader who had an overarching stature over his immediate contenders for the next CM post. But the situation has changed as he is coming under increased cyber attacks. There were cyber-

KOZHIKODE: The LDF governments decision to organise the Minorities Sangamam comes at a juncture when the relationship between the CPM and Muslim organisations, which represent the largest minority community in Kerala, is at an all-time low. The communitys sense that the party is toeing a soft-Hindutva line with an eye on the Hindu vote bank is strengthening with each passing day. The sangamam, scheduled for mid-October, will be conducted under the department for minority welfare with the active

Curfew remains in effect across much of Nepal, particularly in the Kathmandu Valley, as the Gen Z protests enters the fourth day. Life is becoming increasingly difficult for ordinary citizens, especially those who depend on daily wages to sustain themselves. We are leaderless at the moment, but we are not without a country. As long as we have our Constitution, we are secure, Tanuja Pandey, a Gen Z protester, told this reporter. She explained that multiple reasons had been presented against their

Taking a vow not to let down the one crore families that had joined the Oraniyil Tamil Nadu scheme launched to protect the land, language and honour of the State, Chief Minister M K Stalin said that he would not allow the State to hang its head in humiliation in an indirect reference to the outcome of the 2026 Assembly elections.

Bihar's Mahagathbandhan plans rallies featuring Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav, addressing 'SIR' and 'vote chori' issues alongside socio-economic concerns. These rallies aim to counter the BJP-JDU's 'Modi-centric' campaign by focusing on youth, women, migration, unemployment, and the state's failing systems. The opposition seeks to broaden its appeal by tackling incumbency issues and presenting alternative solutions to Bihar's problems.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) gears up for Bihar assembly elections. Top leaders including PM Narendra Modi and Amit Shah will visit Bihar in September. JP Nadda will hold meetings with Bihar leaders. The party divides the state into five zones. Union ministers are reviewing development projects. BJP focuses on OBC and youth voters. Yuva Morcha will organize youth conclaves.

AIMIM workers protested outside Lalu Prasad's residence in Patna, demanding inclusion in the INDIA bloc to prevent a split of secular votes in the upcoming assembly elections. Led by Akhtarul Iman, they emphasized the need for representation and a Seemanchal Development Council.

Democrat James Walkinshaw handily won a recent special election in Virginias 11th Congressional District with a message focused on job loss from Trumps cuts to federal workforce.

Union minister Piyush Goyal affirmed that no opposition leader can rival CM Nitish Kumar in Bihar, predicting a significant NDA victory in the upcoming elections. He highlighted Bihar's progress under the leadership of Modi and Kumar, emphasising infrastructure projects like the Mokama-Munger highway and Bhagalpur-Dumka railway line.

Congress questions the Bihar SIR's timing before elections. K C Venugopal claims it targets minorities and the poor. He accuses the Election Commission of bias towards the central government. Venugopal demands fair elections with accurate voter lists. He dismisses BJP's allegations about Rahul Gandhi's 'Vote Chori' presentation.

Chief Electoral Officer, Kerala, Rathan U. Kelkar says his office has urged the ECI to introduce the facility for the upcoming 2026 Assembly elections in the State

Outreach with all communities, including Christians, will be expanded to the grassroots level ahead of the upcoming elections. Committees will be formed at both the Assembly and panchayat levels to enable this, says Shone George, BJP State vice-president

In this video, lets see how Amit Shahs Tamil Nadu strategy is in trouble. Allies TTV Dhinakaran and O. Panneerselvam have walked out. The AIADMK is facing internal trouble, the PMK at war with itself. As the NDA unravels ahead of the 2026 elections, can Shah steady the ship?

PATNA: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday expressed confidence that peace would return to Nepal soon. Talking to media persons in Patna, Goyal said that the Indian government is keeping a close watch on the turmoil in the neighbouring country following the violent Gen-G protests. He assured that there is no need to worry, citing Indias track record of evacuating citizens of the country even from war zones. Our foreign ministry is monitoring the situation closely. I spo

The clarification comes ahead of the BCCI AGM scheduled for September 28, where elections for several posts, including the BCCI president and IPL chairman, will be held. The president's post has been vacant since the previous president stepped down earlier in September after reaching the age limit.

SRT Sports Management Pvt Ltd: Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has firmly quashed rumours of him being considered for the BCCI presidents role. His management company issued a statement on Thursday, making it clear that there is no truth to the speculation. It has come to our attention that certain reports and rumours have been circulating regarding Mr. Sachin Tendulkar being considered, or nominated, for the position of President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). We wish

PM Modi, Home Minister Shah and BJP president Nadda to review strategy, inaugurate projects as Assembly elections near

LUCKNOW: Congress MP and LoP Rahul Gandhi repeated his allegation of vote theft reiterating that governments were being formed in the country through vote fraud. He said this as he wind up his two-day visit to Rae Bareli on Thursday. The BJP leaders are agitated. I want to tell them that everything will be clear once we drop the hydrogen bomb as the next set of evidence proving vote theft, said the Congress MP during an informal interaction with media persons in Rae Bareli. Rahul Gandhi claimed

Rahul Gandhi has accused the ruling BJP of vote theft, asserting that he possesses evidence and will reveal more compelling proof in the future. He alleged that elections were stolen in Maharashtra, Haryana, and Karnataka, and governments are being formed through fraudulent means. Gandhi hinted at a future revelation that would expose the truth.

Following Prime Minister Oli's resignation due to student protests, Nepal's President and Army Chief are in talks to establish an interim government. Discussions at the army headquarters involve selecting a leader from candidates like Sushila Karki, Balendra Shah, Kulman Ghising and Harka Sampang to conduct fresh elections. The army is focused on maintaining law and order amidst the political stalemate.

The amended laws will enable 42% reservation for BCs in elections for members, chairpersons, and mayors in Panchayats and Municipalities

After both Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah and former Chief Justice Sushila Karki stepped aside, Engineer Kulman Ghising's name has emerged has the frontrunner in the race to lead the Nepalese interim goernment until fresh elections. Who is Kul Man Ghising?

Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray convened a lengthy meeting, fueling speculation about a potential Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance for the upcoming BMC elections. While Sanjay Raut downplayed the political implications, describing it as a family visit, political observers believe it signals serious negotiations. The MNS is reportedly seeking a significant number of seats, potentially reshaping Mumbai's civic politics.

In what could further weaken the NDA in Tamil Nadu ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, PMK founder Dr S Ramadoss on Thursday expelled his son.

Bihar Elections 2025: The project will likely connect regional cities including Mokama, Barahiya, Lakhisarai, Jamalpur, Munger to Bhagalpur.

BENGALURU: Corporation election fever has begun. Aspirants are becoming super active, trying to woo voters well ahead of the elections to the five corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), which are likely to be held in January or February. Aspirants and their followers are putting up posters, visiting public places, and attending festivals like Ganesha Chaturthi and St. Marys feast. Having grown tired of delays in holding elections, aspirants now believe the polls will happen on

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Notwithstanding the PR disaster that left the state government red-faced exactly a year ago, the Chief Ministers Office seems to be gearing up for yet another tryst with an external media strategy team. This time around, however, it would be more on the lines of an election exclusive. Going by sources, an unofficial search is on for a head of media strategy and newsroom, who will serve as the lead within the CMs media interface. A social media post with detailed job descripti

KOCHI: With the assembly elections less than six months away, the Congress in Kerala has quietly drawn up its first draft of probable candidates. If the indications from party circles are anything to go by, the list shows a mix of established leaders, fresh faces, and a dash of celebrity glamour. In Kochi, the buzz is around Henry Austin Jr., grandson of former Union minister and diplomat Henry Austin. Currently a Kochi Corporation councillor and national coordinator of the AICC Minority Departm

Uddhav and Raj Thackerays 2-hour-45-min huddle on Wednesday sparks buzz of a poll pact to challenge BJP in civic elections and hope of a unity like in the pre-MNS days

Even after the dust has settled on the vice-presidential elections, the repercussions are expected to last longer

Uncertainty over Leh Hill Council elections Constitution provides 6-month extension or delay Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Sept 10: Delay in undertaking an exercise for reservation of 33 percent seats for women in Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Leh may push the elections ahead as five-year term of the Council is set to expire on November 2 and voting normally has to be held before the end of October. In 2020, the notification for Leh Council elections was issued on September [] The p

HT Correspondent KOKRAJHAR, Sept 10: With just 12 days remaining for the BTC Elections 2025, political campaigning has gained significant momentum across the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) districts. Political parties and candidates are leaving no stone unturned to connect with voters ahead of the September 22 polls, apart from the ruling UPPL, other major parties []

Mr. Das alleged that Hemant Soren government does not want to give rights to the backward classes by not allowing to hold municipal elections

Jammu and Kashmir may soon witness by-elections for two assembly seats alongside the Bihar elections. These seats, Budgam and Nagrota, have been vacant for a while. The Election Commission of India is also planning to hold elections for four Rajya Sabha seats vacant since 2021. Preparations for the J&K bypolls are already underway, with the electoral roll revision completed.

Uddhav Thackeray, chief of Shiv Sena UBT, met with MNS leader Raj Thackeray, signaling the commencement of alliance talks for upcoming local body polls, including the crucial Mumbai civic elections. The two leaders, accompanied by key party members, engaged in discussions lasting over two hours, marking a significant step towards potential collaboration.

RANCHI: The Jharkhand High Court on Wednesday strongly reprimanded the state government for failing to conduct local body elections despite explicit court directives. Justice Ananda Sen issued contempt notices to top officials including Chief Secretary Alka Tiwary, Home Secretary Vandana Dadel and former Urban Development Secretary Vinay Chaubey for non-compliance of the court orders. Several other officers involved in deliberations have also been issued notices. While hearing the contempt petit

The Congress party is strategically planning to involve Priyanka Gandhi in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections to improve their performance, after Rahul Gandhi's Voter Adhikar Yatra. The party aims to capitalize on her appeal, particularly among women voters, who have increasingly influenced election outcomes in Bihar.

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena (UBT) President Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday visited MNS chief Raj Thackerays residence and met him. This is the fourth meeting between the two Thackeray cousins ahead of the local body elections. After the Maharashtra government decided to impose Hindi as the third language from the primary school level in the state, both Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray upped the ante, forcing it to rescind the decision. Since then, the bonhomie between the two cousins has increased. If th

NEW DELHI: The Election Commission will soon decide on the date to roll out special intensive revision on a pan-India basis and the exercise to clean up the voter list across states may take place before the end of the year, officials said Wednesday. After a day-long meeting of EC's state chief electoral officers here, officials said that with as many as five assembly polls due next year, the all-India SIR could take place in the coming months in 2025. At the meeting, the CEOs suggested document

NEW DELHI: In a major pre-poll boost ahead of Bihar assembly elections in October-November, the government on Wednesday approved two key infrastructure projects worth Rs 7,616 crore for the state. Briefing media about the decisions taken at the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Information & Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, the first of the two projects is the construction of 82 Kms green field Mokama-Munger section

When we investigated, we learnt that nearly one crore new voters had entered the election system after the Lok Sabha elections. Our and our allies votes remained the same, but all the new votes went to the BJP

CHANDIGARH: Aam Aadmi Party MLA from Khadoor Sahib, Manjinder Singh Lalpura was arrested on Wednesday after he along with six others were convicted by the court in a 12-year-old case of molestation and assault of a woman belonging to a Scheduled Caste community. Additional Sessions Judge of Taran Taran, Prem Kumar pronounced the verdict. Soon after his conviction, police took Lalpura, who was present in the court, into custody. Subsequently, he was remanded to judicial custody. The quantum of se

The allegations of cross voting at the Vice Presidential elections by Opposition MPs has now blown up into a full-fledged political row.

AHMEDABAD: In an address in Junagadh, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge launched a sharp attack on the BJP, vowing to safeguard the Constitution and energise party workers for a 2027 Gujarat Assembly battle. With Rahul Gandhi set to join later, Kharge invoked Gandhiji, Sardar Patel, and Nehru to rally Congress cadres, accusing the BJP of weakening democracy and stealing votes. He declared, Two Gujaratis gave us freedom, now two Gujaratis are working against it by dividing people. The three-d

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Mani Shankar Aiyar believes the INDIA bloc can defeat the BJP if united, potentially halting the decline of democracy. He highlighted that the BJP has never secured a majority of the total votes, suggesting widespread rejection of Hindutva. Aiyar emphasised the need for the INDIA alliance to coordinate effectively to capitalise on emerging fissures within the BJP.

DHAKA, Sept 10: The student wing of Jamaat-e-Islami swept the Dhaka Universitys students union elections, the results of which were declared on Wednesday, the first such victory for an Islamist student group since Bangladeshs independence in 1971. The student front of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zias Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) rejected the results, alleging planned manipulation and termed the polls a farce. The Jamaat-backed Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) won nine of the 12 Dhaka Univers

Junagadh, Sep 10: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday said his partys main concern was to save the Constitution and democracy, and alleged that those in power were not working for protecting these institutions. He was speaking to reporters before inaugurating a 10-day training camp for the Gujarat Congress district and city presidents here. In democracy, it is common to fight elections. Our main issue is to save the Constitution and protect democracy. Gujarat is the land where peo

The elections will be conducted on September 19 from 9 am to 5 pm while the counting of votes would be conducted the next day

Balendra Shah, the mayor of Kathmandu, is gaining popularity among young Nepalis. They want him to represent them in an interim government. This comes after protests led to the Prime Minister's resignation. Shah, a former rapper, has voiced support for the protesters. A draft policy suggests he could be part of a council to guide Nepal towards elections.

Balendra Shah, the mayor of Kathmandu, is gaining popularity among young Nepalis. They want him to represent them in an interim government. This comes after protests led to the Prime Minister's resignation. Shah, a former rapper, has voiced support for the protesters. A draft policy suggests he could be part of a council to guide Nepal towards elections.

There are indications that the exercise would commence later this year, ahead of Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal in 2026

NEW DELHI: A crucial meeting of the Election Commission with its state officials is underway to discuss preparations for a pan-India roll out of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. While senior EC officials are expected to make a presentation on the SIR policy of the Commission, the chief electoral officer of Bihar would share the state's experience in implementing SIR. This is the third meeting of CEOs after Gyanesh Kumar took over as the chief election commissioner in Febr

SRINAGAR: The authorities on Wednesday imposed restrictions in Jammu and Kashmirs mountainous Doda district after protests broke out against the detention and booking of AAP MLA from Doda, Mehraj Malik, under the stringent Public Safety Act (PSA). Mobile internet and broadband services in the district have also been suspended. The administration has invoked Section 163 of the BNSS in Doda district to restrict public movement without prior permission. According to an order issued by Additional Di

Kiren Rijiju, the parliamentary affairs minister, acknowledged opposition MPs who supported NDA's CP Radhakrishnan in the vice-presidential elections. Rijiju expressed gratitude towards INDIA bloc MPs who voted with their conscience. C P Radhakrishnan was elected as the 15th Vice-President of India, securing 452 votes, suggesting cross-voting as parties cannot issue whips in these elections.