Amit Shah on Tuesday claimed that the BJP will form the government with a two-thirds majority in the State after the upcoming Assembly elections

Trinamool Congress leader Kunal Ghosh has sharply criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Ghosh called Shah a 'flop astrologer' regarding his predictions for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. He stated the BJP will not secure more than 30 seats.

With deadline for filing nominations for the January 15 elections ending on December 30, the VBA 'disclosure' may require Congress to rework the poll strategy

Internal discontent brews within the BJP over limited tickets for municipal elections, with over 1,000 aspirants vying for 122 seats. Meanwhile, the RPI accuses the BJP of sidelining them in seat-sharing talks for the BMC elections. The Mahayuti finalized its formula, with BJP contesting 137 seats and Shiv Sena 90, drawing criticism from UBT Sena MP Sanjay Raut.

According to sources, angry party workers smashed television sets and broke window panes at the office. The protest followed the partys decision to deny a ticket to Avinash Pardikar, who was seeking to contest the Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has released its manifesto for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, promising free water, electricity up to 200 units, and world-class education and healthcare. Dubbed 'Kejriwal chi Guarantee,' the manifesto aims to replicate AAP's governance model from Delhi and Punjab in Mumbai, addressing alleged corruption and service failures within the BMC.

Khaleda Zia's death creates a political void in Bangladesh, with her son Tarique Rahman poised to lead the BNP. While past BNP rule saw strained India ties and ISI influence, Rahman's recent shift may suggest a more liberal, India-friendly stance. This evolution could reshape upcoming elections and regional dynamics.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday vowed to gherao the Election Commission's office in Delhi if the name of a single legitimate voter is deleted from the final electoral roll after the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in the state. Addressing a rally in Bankura district, Banerjee said people of the state were being ortured in the name of SIR. Around 60 people have died due to SIR. Elderly people are being called for document verification hearings, s

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday that the first task of the BJP will be to rid West Bengal of infiltrators if the party comes to power in the state following the Assembly elections next year.

Trinamool Congress leaders have strongly refuted Union Home Minister Amit Shah's predictions for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. They accuse Shah of making baseless claims and assert that the BJP will not secure a two-thirds majority. Leaders stated the BJP's performance will be significantly lower than anticipated.

Mumbai gears up for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections on January 15, 2026. Political alliances have finalized seat-sharing pacts. The BJP and Shiv Sena (Mahayuti) will contest together. The Congress and Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi have also formed an alliance. The Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar faction) is contesting independently. Vote counting is set for January 16, 2026.

Earlier, DK Shivakumar accused Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan of politicising the Kogilu encroachment evictions due to fears of defeat in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections

MUMBAI: After a week of negotiations, the BJP has agreed to offer 90 seats to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) polls . The BJP will contest in the remaining 137 seats, against the initial plan of contesting 150 seats. The party had initially offered 50 seats to the Shinde-led Shiv Sena, but after final negotiations, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde ensured 90 seats for his party. Mumbai BJP unit president Amit Satam said that accordi

The Jagannath Temple, already under construction in Digha and now Mahakal Temple in North Bengal indicate that Banerjee is in no mood to give the BJP a space ahead of elections.

Maharashtra Congress and Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) will contest 62 of the 227 seats under the alliance in the BMC elections.

Shiv Sena leader Ravindra Dhangekar has denied switching parties ahead of Pune civic polls. Meanwhile, the NCP-Sharadchandra Pawar faction will contest the Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad civic elections with Ajit Pawar's NCP. Both factions will use their respective symbols.

Leh, Dec 30: A year of unrest and uncertainty brought Ladakh into the national spotlight, with rare violent protests in Leh over statehood and constitutional safeguards, the postponement of hill council elections, and tourism losses after the Pahalgam terror attack. As 2025 closes, communities look to 2026 with cautious hope for dialogue, inclusivity, and a revival of economic and cultural life under the leadership of Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta who took over in July, replacing Brigadier B D Mish

Look, an investor A recent startup event in Kochi had young entrepreneurs, some right out of college, putting up stalls detailing their ambitious projects. It so happened that this correspondent was accorded a warm welcome to the venue, with the organisers and the top Kerala Startup Mission officials going out of their way to extend greetings. People, especially those manning the stalls, took note. Unaware of the buzz around my entry, I walked up to the stall of a startup that developed games. T

MUMBAI: The NCP and NCP (SP), headed by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and his uncle Sharad Pawar, respectively, have decided to contest the Pimpri Chinchwad and Pune civic polls unitedly. A decision on the alliance has been taken considering the sentiments of local party workers, said NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar on Monday. The decision has been taken only for Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. Sharad Pawar is not involved in this entire decision-making process, he added. The alliances have b

West Bengal Assembly elections are approaching and are seen as crucial. Senior BJP leader Dilip Ghosh believes people are ready for change. Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visits are credited with strengthening the BJP's base and boosting worker morale. Shah is meeting with state BJP leaders to review preparedness and strategy for the upcoming polls.

The sudden surge in nominations came just a day before the December 30 deadline for filing papers. Officials noted that only 49 nominations had been received till December 28, indicating a last-minute rush by political parties and candidates to enter the electoral fray

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: After reviewing the unexpected setback in the recent local body elections , the CPM is set to reach out directly to the masses. The party is set to initiate a massive review exercise similar to the comprehensive corrective measures undertaken following its defeat in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. As part of the exercise, party leaders will conduct statewide house visits from January 15 to 18 to engage with the people directly. We will conduct door-to-door visits to understand how

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The new city corporation council will verify all allegations raised by previous BJP-led opposition, said Mayor V V Rajesh . In a brief interaction, Rajesh shared with TNIE his vision about the new city, corruption allegations, stray dog management, waste management reforms, electric buses, streetlights, and BJPs political prospects. Over the past five years, the BJP has raised several allegations against the corporation, including corruption and backdoor appointments. What ac

With civic elections nearing, in their last midnight gupshup session of 2025, our sutradhaars, Sir Pheroze and Lady Flora, discuss what they dont wish to encounter, with the hope for a better 2026

Uncover your unique approach to stress with an easy visual quiz. Choose between three distinct pathways that symbolize your instinctual response to pressure: serene contemplation, agile adjustment, or daring assertiveness. Your selections will shed light on your personal strengths and coping mechanisms in challenging situations.

By Bhogtoram Mawroh Recently, something extraordinary happened that marked a clear break from tradition. After the demise of Freeman Syiem, the Syiem of Hima Sohrawhom I had met during my PhDit was expected that the KHADC would appoint Marremdor Syiem as the acting Syiem until elections were held. Instead, the KHADC appointed Mynjurlang Majaw, a []

Between December 29 and December 31, Mr Shah is also expected to chair several meetings with the State unit of the BJP and review the partys roadmap and preparedness for the upcoming elections

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is in Kolkata for a three-day visit. He met with the BJP's core group to strategize for the upcoming 2026 assembly elections. This meeting follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Bengal. The focus is on poll preparedness and planning for the crucial polls.

Why is the Tatmadaw pushing ahead with elections despite instability? Which major parties are absent from the contest, and why? How does the electoral system favour the militarys dominance? What has been the international response to the elections?

The Bharatiya Janata Party has unveiled its initial list of 70 candidates for the Mumbai civic body elections, with nominations closing soon. Notably, 38-year-old state media chief Navnath Ban is the youngest nominee, contesting from ward 135. These elections, crucial for the BMC, are scheduled for January 15.

Hyderabad:Riding on the back of its success in the Bihar assembly and the Maharashtra local body polls, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) is now focusing on contesting the municipal corporation elections in the western state on a larger scale. The elections are due to be held next year. The AIMIM released the list of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channel

A close contest is expected in the Nashik Municipal Corporation elections. The BJP will contest alone. Shiv Sena and NCP will fight together. The Maha Vikas Aghadi, including Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP (SP), Congress, and MNS, is also set to contest as a bloc. Seat sharing discussions are ongoing. The election outcome remains uncertain.

Mumbai: The Congress on Monday put out its first list of 70 candidates for the January 15 elections to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), an announcement coming just a day before the deadline for filing nominations ends. The list came a day after the national party sealed a seat pact with the Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You c

A complaint has been filed by Sanjukumar Sugure accusing him of failing to repay a loan of 99 lakh taken during the 2023 Assembly elections

After finalising their alliance for the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections, the uncle-nephew duo has now joined hands for the Pune civic polls as well.

Deepika, the mouthpiece of the Syro-Malabar Church, does not hold back its criticism of the Prime Minister in an editorial published on Monday

KOLKATA: The Election Commission of India (ECI) may hold a meeting with electoral officers of Kolkata North, Kolkata South, South 24 Parganas and North 24 Parganas electoral districts, along with the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) and his officials, on Tuesday to discuss its earlier proposals for setting up polling stations inside private housing complexes with multiple high-rise buildings. Deputy Election Commissioner (DEC) Gyanesh Bharti is reaching Kolkata from Delhi on Monday to h

US Charge d'Affaires Tracey Ann Jacobson met with Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus. They discussed upcoming elections and bilateral relations. The US official praised labor reforms. Discussions also covered Rohingya humanitarian aid. Yunus thanked Jacobson for her work during a difficult period for Bangladesh.

Rakhi Jadhav, Nationalist Congress Party (SP) Mumbai president, has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party. This move comes just before the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. Jadhav is expected to contest from Ghatkopar on a BJP ticket. Her departure is a setback for NCP (SP) as alliance talks were ongoing. This development widens cracks within the party during the crucial election period.

The statements of Kerala CM and AICC general secretary after an eviction drive in Bengaluru are seen as part of a narrative building exercise ahead of Assembly elections in Kerala expected early next year.

DHAKA, Dec 29:Bangladesh Nationalist Party acting chairman Tarique Rahman submitted his nomination papers on Monday for the upcoming elections. The papers were filed around 12:00 pm on Monday at the office of the Dhaka Divisional Commissioner in Segunbagicha, the Daily Star reported. Abdus Salam, BNP chairpersons adviser, accompanied by Professor Dr Farhad Halim Donar, chief adviser of the Doctors Association of Bangladesh (DAB), submitted the nomination on Rahmans behalf. Rahman will contest t

Last week, a bus accident near Hiriyur in Karnataka reignitied concerns over safety in sleeper coaches, Thailand and Cambodia agreed to a ceasefire, Myanmar held elections after a five-year civil war and more. Here are graphics explaining these and other top stories last week.

AIMIM on Monday announced its candidates for the Thane and Vasai-Virar municipal corporation elections as part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The party has finalised eight candidates so far, including professionals and doctors

The Congress party has reversed its decision to contest the Mumbai civic elections alone. Days before nominations, the party joined hands with Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi, allocating them 62 seats. This move has surprised many within the party. The Congress aims to forge a new political path in Maharashtra, moving away from being a junior partner in alliances.

Ahead of Maharashtra civic polls, NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar said the decision to contest Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections jointly with the Ajit Pawar-led NCP was taken at the local level after detailed consultations with grassroots party workers, including MP Supriya Sule

Bandu alias Suryakant Andekar, a notorious gangster accused of murder, attempted to file his nomination for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections while in police custody.

MUMBAI: Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has decided to bank on the Covid-19 period work during his tenure and unfold his party campaign around it for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) election scheduled for January 15, 2026. The Shiv Sena (UBT) president released a 40-page booklet, named Mumbai Model, that highlights the then government's effort to contain the spread of Covid-19 in Dharavi, Asias largest slum, located in Mumbai. The Mumbai Model has mentioned the de

For the Congress, the move is not just about student representation but about rebuilding a political pipeline that has remained shut for over three decades

Hyderabad: The Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) elections were held today, leading to a big change in the Chambers leadership. After years of strong influence by senior but less active producers, active producers have now gained control, reflecting growing dissatisfaction about representation and current industry needs. Suresh Babu Elected President Veteran producer and Suresh Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on

The Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar factions of the Nationalist Congress Party will contest the Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad civic polls together. This alliance was decided after discussions with party workers. Both factions will use their own election symbols. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections will see the NCP contesting independently.

KOLKATA: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit West Bengal from tonight to charge up the BJPs organisational machinery ahead of the Assembly elections in the state, scheduled for AprilMay next year. The home minister is expected to arrive at the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport tonight and will remain in the state for three days. During his visit, he is slated to attend a series of organisational meetings with the BJPs Bengal leadership unit in phases. After landing at the air

More than two years after they went their separate ways, Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar-led factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) are joining hands for the Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections.

| Ajit Pawar announced an alliance between his NCP and the Sharad Pawar-led faction for the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation polls, saying the Pawar 'parivar' has reunited.In a major political development ahead of the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) polls, Ajit Pawar has announced an alliance between his Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) faction and the Sharad Pawar-led NCP faction, declaring that the Pawar parivar has reunited. The announcement signals a dramatic shift in Mah

A new political alliance has formed in Nepal ahead of the March elections. Rapper-turned-mayor Balen Shah has joined forces with former TV host Rabi Lamichhane's Rastriya Swatantra Party. This partnership aims to challenge the long-standing dominance of older political parties.

All other CA Intermediate January 2026 exams remain as scheduled, while candidates should check www.icai.org for updates following the rescheduling of one paper due to local elections.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Sunday announced an alliance between his NCP faction and the NCP (SP) led by his uncle Sharad Pawar for the Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections, saying the parivar (family) has come together. Speaking at a campaign event in Pimpri-Chinchwad ahead of the January 15 polls, Ajit Pawar said, For the sake of these municipal elections, the clock and the tutari (trumpet) have come together. The parivar has united. He urged party workers to focus on devel

Shiv Sena (UBT) and Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) will contest the Jalgaon Municipal Corporation elections together. The alliance has finalized seat distribution for the upcoming polls. Discussions are also underway with Congress and other like-minded parties. This move signals shifting alliances in Maharashtra's local body elections.

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Organisational weakness and overconfidence were among the key reasons behind the LDFs setback in the recently concluded local body elections, CPM leaders observed at the two-day state committee meeting that began on Sunday. They said this prevented the benefits of the LDF governments good governance from effectively reaching the public. The party leadership was criticised for its failure to take timely disciplinary action against Pathanamthitta district committee member and f

Elections to 29 municipal corporations across Maharashtra, including the Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune civic bodies, will be held on January 15.

KALPETTA: The CPM has questioned the Congresss announcement on the construction of houses for victims of the Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslide, accusing the party of making hollow promises ahead of the elections. Wayanad CPM district secretary K Rafeeq strongly criticised the Congress leader T Siddique, pointing out that the Congress had publicly claimed that house construction would begin on December 28. Just days before the elections, Kalpetta MLA and Congress leader T Siddique had stated that t

Myanmar commenced its first elections since the 2021 military takeover, with voting spread across three phases. Over 5,000 candidates are contesting approximately 950 seats using a mixed-member proportional system. The pro-Army USDP is expected to lead, with the military framing the polls as a path to reconciliation and prosperity.

Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar announced an alliance between his NCP and Sharad Pawar's NCP (SP) for the Pimpri-Chinchwad civic polls, stating the family has united. He urged party workers to focus on development and avoid controversial remarks. Talks are also ongoing for a tie-up in the Pune Municipal Corporation elections.

The race to find the next National Investigation Agency chief has picked up pace after DG Sadanand Vasant Date was sent back to his home cadre. The 1990-batch officer, feted for his role during 26/11, is now widely tipped to take over as Maharashtra DGP. Names are now being tossed around in closed-door meetings for his successor. Intelligence Bureau chief Tapan Kumar Dekas name did surface, despite him already enjoying two extensions till June 2026. But the mood in government circles favours a 1

MALAPPURAM: For the past several days, Keralas CPM leadership has trained its political fire on demolition sites in Bengaluru, unleashing a sustained attack on the Congress-led Karnataka government over what it describes as an anti-Muslim action. Yet, within Keralas political corridors, the sudden intensity of the partys intervention is being read less as minority outreach and more as political damage control aimed at reclaiming a slipping Muslim vote base. The backdrop is unmistakable. The Indi

AHMEDABAD: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said a party wont get votes if it opposes everything people like, quipping that it was beyond his capacity to make Rahul Gandhi understand this simple logic because even Congress leaders had failed to grasp it. He made the remarks while addressing a gathering in a village near Ahmedabad city. During a recent debate in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi asked me a strange question: Why does only my party lose elections every time? Instead of asking peop

Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) president and Leader of the Opposition K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) is likely to attend the first day of the Telangana Legislative Assembly session on Monday, December 29, marking his first appearance in the House since the BRSs defeat in the 2023 Assembly elections. In view of the session, KCR arrived Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our ch

NEW DELHI: THE Centre has provided Y-plus category security cover to West Bengals Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal in view of safety concerns due to the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in the state, officials said on Sunday. A team of 1112 armed personnel of the CISF security wing has been deployed for the CEOs personal and house security, which has taken charge. The move follows an order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on December 26. Sources said there were intelligence in

The Congress has begun accepting applications for aspiring candidates for the upcoming Greater Bengaluru City Corporation elections, signaling readiness for the long-delayed polls. Applications are due by January 15, with a fee of Rs 50,000 for general candidates and Rs 25,000 for SC/ST applicants. The party also aims to hold Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections within three months.

Kathmandu, Dec 28: The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), the fourth-largest political party in Nepals dissolved House of Representatives, will head into the upcoming parliamentary elections by presenting Kathmandu Metropolitan City Mayor Balen Shah as its candidate for the countrys next Prime Minister. RSP President Rabi Lamichhane and Shah, both widely regarded as popular political figures, []

The ZP voting indicates that BJP is unshakable in 13 assembly constituencies, while in 27, the opposition has a very good chance of a tough fight in the 2027 assembly elections The recently-concluded elections for 50 ZP seats were a painful experience for me as a senior citizen for several reasons. At my polling station, [] The post 2026 may test Goas opposition appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Myanmars juntas search for legitimacy through controlled polls is futile

MUMBAI: The Congress party and Dalit leader Prakash Ambedkar-led Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) on Sunday cemented the alliance for Brihanmumbai Municipal corporation (BMC) elections in Mumbai. According to the alliance agreement, out of total 227 seats of BMC, the VBA will contest the 62 Seats while remaining 165 seats will be contested by the Congress party. The alliance between Congress and VBA was agreed in the presence of Maharashtra Congress President Harshvardhan Sapkal and VBA State Vice P

Latchiya Jananayaka Katchi (LJK) has expressed interest in an alliance with Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) for the 2026 Assembly elections. LJK leader Jose Charles Martin cited Vijay's stance against corruption as a reason for the potential partnership. He also clarified earlier criticisms of Vijay's political messaging, attributing it to the actor's aides.

The Ajit Pawar-led NCP has released its first list of 37 candidates for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. The party will contest the polls independently. Other parties like AAP have also announced candidates. The elections are scheduled for January 15. Nominations close on December 30. The Congress has allied with Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi for the civic body polls.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar announced that the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and the NCP (Sharad Pawar) faction will contest the Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections together. Pawar stated that this alliance aims to bring the family together again and that seat-sharing discussions are underway, with an announcement expected soon.

The proposal, updated after a revision in the cost estimate, was put on hold following the announcement of the local body elections but is expected to move forward in the coming weeks

The applications will cost 50,000 for general category candidates and 25,000 for candidates from SC/ST communities

The statements of Kerala CM and AICC general secretary after an eviction drive in Bengaluru are seen as part of a narrative building exercise ahead of Assembly elections in Kerala expected early next year

PATNA: Janshakti Janata Dal (JJD) chief and former state minister Tej Pratap Yadav has apprehended a threat to his life from the partys former national spokesperson and has sought protection from the state government. Tej Pratap has written to Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Choudhary, seeking security, stating that his life was in danger as he had allegedly received death threats from the partys former national spokesperson, Santosh Renu Yadav, recently. While speaking to r

India's Grand Old Party turned 140 this year - and is bracing for a new year that brings with it a lot of challenges. The 2024 Lok Sabha elections provided the Congress with fresh strength, but its series of defeats continued in all states except Jha

KOLKATA: Janata Unnayan Party (JUP) chief Humayun Kabir's son Golam Nabi Azad was on Sunday detained for allegedly attacking a policeman posted at their residence in West Bengal's Murshidabad district, an officer said. Trinamool Congress said Azad, better known as Sohel, committed a cognisable offence by raising a hand on the policeman, who was posted as a personal security officer (PSO) of Bharatpur MLA Kabir, and police took action as per the law, while claiming that the ruling party has nothi

Highlighting a disconnect between the opposition and the national pulse, Union Home Minister Amit Shah delivered a stern critique regarding the electoral trajectory of the Congress party.

Mumbai: Seat-sharing talks between the Shiv Sena and the BJP for the January 15 Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections are in the final stages, Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant has said. Speaking to reporters on Saturday, Sawant said it is certain that the polls will be contested by the ruling parties as Mahayuti, and exuded confidence that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing t

KATHMANDU, Dec 28: Kathmandu Metropolitan City Mayor Balendra Shah, popularly known as Balen, was on Sunday named the prime ministerial candidate as he and Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) inked a pact to jointly contest the March 5 Nepal elections. The seven-point agreement, reached after overnight marathon negotiations, designates 35-year-old Balen as the parliamentary party leader and the prime ministerial face, while Rabi Lamichhane will continue as chairperson of the RSP, the fourth-largest p

KOLKATA: Hearings under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls continued for the second consecutive day across West Bengal on Sunday, with long queues witnessed at 3,234 centres statewide. According to a senior official, around 32 lakh unmapped voters, those unable to establish linkage with the 2002 electoral roll, have been called for hearings in the first phase of the revision process. At the Sankrail block office in Howrah district, 75-year-old polio-afflicted voter Sabita Ma

Why the Matua-Namasudra community views politics the way it does becomes clearer when one looks beyond electoral arithmetic, beyond BJP versus Trinamool Congress (TMC), and even before the creation of Bangladesh. The Matua movement, by the early twentieth century, had become as much a social force as a religious one.

Shivakumar, who is also the Deputy Chief Minister, during a recent Constitution Day event, had spoken about the plans to reintroduce student union elections in Karnataka, which he said would create political leadership on campuses

Two prime suspects in the murder of Bangladeshi political activist Osman Hadi have reportedly fled to India through the Meghalaya border, the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) said, according to reports by The Daily Star and Prothom Alo . At a press briefing, DMP Additional Commissioner SN Nazrul Islam said the suspects, Faisal Karim Masud and Alamgir Sheikh, crossed into India via the Haluaghat border in Mymensingh with the help of local associates. After crossing into India, they were initially

Kathmandu Metropolitan City Mayor Balendra Shah has been named the prime ministerial candidate after sealing a seven-point electoral pact with the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) to jointly contest Nepals March 5 general elections

The student-led National Citizen Party (NCP), which was formed during the July Uprising last year, leading to the ousting of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has now found itself divided over alliance and seat-sharing discussions with the Islamic conservative party Jamaat-e-Islami for the upcoming national elections.

Shiv Sena and BJP's seat-sharing talks for the BMC elections are in the final stages, with both parties set to contest as the Mahayuti alliance. Minister Uday Samant expressed confidence in the alliance winning Asia's largest civic body, while acknowledging ongoing discussions for other municipal corporations.

ICAI has rescheduled the CA Intermediate Group II, Paper 5 (Auditing and Ethics) exam from January 15, 2026, to January 19, 2026. This change is due to Maharashtra Municipal Corporation elections. All other exam dates remain unchanged, and existing admit cards will be valid. Candidates should check the official ICAI website for updates.

Violence grips Bangladesh following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi. The Editors Council blames a section of the interim government for permitting attacks on media houses and cultural groups. Hadi's brother alleges a government plot to derail elections. Incidents of vandalism and explosions continue across the country, raising concerns about stability.

In 2025, Tripura became India's third fully literate state. The ruling BJP and Tipra Motha Party clashed over council elections. Security was heightened due to Bangladesh concerns. The state attracted investment and saw temple redevelopment. Law and order saw a reported dip in crime. A tragic accident claimed five lives.