Elections 2025

Canada elections | Jagmeet Singh steps down as NDP chief after losing seat

Jagmeet Singh, a vocal pro-Khalistan advocate, stepped down from the party leadership after 8 years at the helm

29 Apr 2025 2:46 pm
Canada elections: PM Modi congratulates Mark Carney, says looking forward to strengthen partnership

Following Mark Carney's election as Prime Minister, Narendra Modi expressed eagerness to strengthen the India-Canada partnership, emphasizing shared values. This comes after strained relations due to accusations surrounding the Hardeep Singh Nijjar killing. Carney's call for mutual respect signals a potential shift from the previous confrontational approach, offering an opportunity to improve diplomatic ties and explore new avenues for collaboration.

29 Apr 2025 2:38 pm
Canada elections: Liberal Party to retain power after unintended boost from Trump

Ottawa, April 29: Canadas Liberal Party is set to retain its power under Prime Minister Mark Carney after a closely-fought election with an unintended boost from US President Donald Trump, who helped unleash a wave of nationalism in a country known for its understated demeanour. Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre conceded defeat and congratulated him [] The post Canada elections: Liberal Party to retain power after unintended boost from Trump appeared first on The Shillong Times .

29 Apr 2025 2:18 pm
News18 Afternoon Digest: Pahalgam Terror Attack, Canada Elections And Other Top Stories

News18 Afternoon Digest: We are covering Pahalgam terror attack, Canadian elections and other top stories.

29 Apr 2025 1:33 pm
Jharkhand DGP's future in limbo: Centre stays state governments extension decision

RANCHI: In yet another disappointment for Chief Minister Hemant Soren, the central government has stayed the decision of Jharkhand government to extend DGP Anurag Gupta term, who is scheduled to retire on April 30. According to sources in Jharkhand Police Headquarters, the Union Home Ministry has issued a letter to Chief Minister Hemant Soren, expressing that the decision to retain Anurag Gupta as DGP beyond his retirement date can't be done. The letter has been sent to the Jharkhand government

29 Apr 2025 1:17 pm
JNUSU elections: ABVP makes a strong comeback after a decade, what went wrong for the Left?

After a decade, ABVP made a significant comeback at JNU, narrowing the Left's victory margins in key posts. The Left's split vote and ABVP's gains in various schools, coupled with changing student demographics and the Northeast factor, contributed to this shift. The 2025 elections signal a more competitive political landscape at JNU.

29 Apr 2025 12:38 pm
Pro-Khalistani Jagmeet Singh defeated in Canada elections

Ottawa: Following a humiliating defeat in the Canadian federal elections, New Democratic Party (NDP) chief Jagmeet Singh, known for his pro-Khalistan stance, announced his resignation on Tuesday. Singh was contesting for a third consecutive term but lost his Burnaby Central seat in British Columbia to Liberal Partys Wade Chang. While Singh managed to secure just Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram

29 Apr 2025 12:26 pm
Justin Trudeau Was Missing During Canada Elections. How It Helped Liberals

Justin Trudeau has kept a low profile after announcing his resignation as the prime minister in January.

29 Apr 2025 12:08 pm
Canada Elections: Carneys Narrow Victory Buoyed By Voters In Toronto, Montreal

Liberal candidates won 38 of 53 Toronto-area ridings and 29 of 40 in the Montreal area, according to preliminary results from Elections Canada.

29 Apr 2025 11:55 am
What Mark Carney And Liberals' Victory Means For India-Canada Relationship

Mark Carney and the Liberal Party's victory in the Canadian federal elections has set in motion a potential reset of one of the country's most strained international relationships: with India.

29 Apr 2025 11:33 am
Disappointed: Pro-Khalistan Jagmeet Singh Loses Canada Polls, Resigns

New Democratic Party (NDP) chief Jagmeet Singh, known to be a pro-Khalistan leader, on Tuesday resigned after he failed to retain his seat in the Canadian elections.

29 Apr 2025 11:16 am
Canada Election Candidate Who Flew On Goose, Killed Dragon In Campaign Ad

Canada elections 2025: Canada's ruling Liberal Party, led by Mark Carney, is in the lead against Pierre Poilievre's Conservative Party, according to initial projections.

29 Apr 2025 9:59 am
Poilievre is the winner! Mock federal election in Canada schools elect Conservative minority government

Canadian students from 5,900 schools participated in a mock election organized by CIVIX and Elections Canada, projecting a Conservative minority government with 165 seats. This mock election saw increased participation, indicating a growing youth interest in Canadian democracy. The Liberals secured 145 seats, forming the opposition, while the NDP and Green Party faced significant challenges.

29 Apr 2025 9:43 am
TDP wins mayoral posts, takes control of urban governance

VIJAYAWADA: In a major political triumph, the NDA has secured key mayoral and municipal chairperson posts in the State, further tightening its hold over urban governance. In Visakhapatnam, Pila Srinivasa Rao of TDP, supported by the NDA, was elected Mayor of the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC). The election, chaired by Joint Collector Mayur Ashok, saw participation from 73 corporators and ex-officio members. Visakhapatnam South MLA Vamsi Krishna Yadav proposed Raos name, with

29 Apr 2025 9:18 am
JMM may contest 12 seats in Bihar Assembly elections

RANCHI: Following a significant victory in the Jharkhand Assembly elections, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) is considering a return to contest the Bihar Assembly polls. According to party sources, the party plans to stake a claim for at least 12 seats in the polls. JMM Central Spokesperson Manoj Pandey stated, While the Bihar unit of JMM has recommended 16 seats, we are focusing seriously on 12 seats and will present our claim to the Mahagathbandhan. Preparations are already underway by party

29 Apr 2025 7:50 am
Mark Carney's Liberals secure victory amid Trump threats in Canadian elections

Prime Minister Mark Carneys Liberal Party has won Canada's federal election, fuelled by a wave of nationalism sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump's annexation threats and trade war rhetoric. The Liberals reversed an expected defeat, as Canadians reacted strongly against Trumps interference and economic threats. Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre struggled to distance himself from Trumps influence. The result marks a dramatic political shift, with both parties vowing to renegotiate trade ties

29 Apr 2025 7:50 am
Researchers secretly experimented on Reddit users with AI-generated comments

A group of researchers covertly ran a months-long unauthorized experiment in one of Reddits most popular communities using AI-generated comments to test the persuasiveness of large language models. The experiment, which was revealed over the weekend by moderators of r/changemyview, is described by Reddit mods as psychological manipulation of unsuspecting users. The CMV Mod Team needs to inform the CMV community about an unauthorized experiment conducted by researchers from the University of Zuri

29 Apr 2025 1:13 am
Canada Elections 2025 results: What will US, China gain from polls?

As Canadians go to the polls for a decisive election, the eyes of the world are on themparticularly America and China. Canada's new leaders will have significant influence on where relations with the US and China head towards in the future. Read to know how it affects the two nations.

29 Apr 2025 12:58 am
Assam citizens group condemns attack on Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi

Guwahati: The Axom Nagarik Samaj (ANS), a citizens group of Assam, has strongly condemned the attack on the convoy of Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi and MLA Sibamoni Bora, alleging it to be a blatant act of intimidation by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during the ongoing Panchayat elections. In a press release issued [] The post Assam citizens group condemns attack on Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi appeared first on NorthEast Now .

28 Apr 2025 10:15 pm
Talks on seat-sharing among NDA allies for Bihar polls in June or July, says Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi

PATNA: Seat-sharing talks among constituents of National Democratic Alliance (NDA) for upcoming Bihar assembly elections are likely to take place by the end of June or first week of July, Union Minister and Hidustani Awam Morcha (HAM) patron Jitan Ram Manjhi said on Monday. Manjhi, who met Union Home Minister and BJP election strategist Amit Shah in New Delhi, said that all the constituents of NDA would get respectable number of seats in the assembly elections scheduled to be held in October-Nov

28 Apr 2025 9:40 pm
Expelled Congress leader planned attack on party MP Pradyut Bordoloi, says Assam police

GUWAHATI: The police identified an expelled Congress leader as the key suspect in the case where the vehicles of Assam Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi and two Congress leaders MLA Sibamoni Bora and party spokesman Mohsin Khan were attacked on Sunday evening in Nagaon. We learnt that Imdadul Islam, who was expelled from Congress two days ago, had hatched the conspiracy. He had some people with him. We are trying to nab them. We will surely nab them soon, Superintendent of Police, Nagaon, Swapnaneel

28 Apr 2025 7:55 pm
Why are federal elections held in Canada on Monday? Explained in 10 points

Canada is set to choose its Prime Minister in the federal polls on April 28. These elections come in the backdrop of the Trump administrations reciprocal tariffs and the resignation of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Canada holds federal elections on Monday and if it falls on a public holiday, it shifts the polling day to the next day.

28 Apr 2025 7:52 pm
Canada elections 2025: When will we know who won the polls? Check details

Canada elections: Canadians are faced with a choice between sitting liberal Prime Minister Mark Carney and the conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in this federal election. These elections come in the backdrop of the Trump administrations reciprocal tariffs and the resignation of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Polling stations across Canada will be open from 9:30 am to 9:30 pm local time.

28 Apr 2025 6:57 pm
TN's Stalin Wins Some, Loses Some In Court Battles

In more than one way, it's a setback for the DMK and Chief Minister Stalin in political terms. The electoral fall-out, if any, will have to wait until the next summer, only when assembly elections are due in the state, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

28 Apr 2025 6:26 pm
In Canada elections, Mark Carney is the political newcomer and hopes to stay PM: 10 points

Canada elections: Liberal party leader Mark Carney is pitted against Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives and opinion polls show Carneys Liberals have a narrow lead ahead of voting. Mark Carney has had a distinguished career. He is riding on an anti-Trump wave in Canada. Carney entered the race after securing 85.9% for Liberal Partys leadership after former Prime Minister Justin Trudeaus resignation.

28 Apr 2025 6:12 pm
Lee Jae-myung Elected as DPs Presidential Candidate

After setting a record for the share of votes received during the partys primary elections, Lee aims to win the presidential election scheduled on June 3.

28 Apr 2025 5:57 pm
Why elections are held only on Mondays in Canada? Tradition and logic behind election day

Elections in Canada are always held on a Monday. It is so because of a combination of historical precedent, legislative guidelines, practical considerations, and cultural reasons. It is basically done to strike a balance voter accessibility, administrative efficiency, and tradition.

28 Apr 2025 5:52 pm
Canada elections: A look at Mark Carney's promises amid anti-Trump wave and trade tensions with US

Canada has fixed Monday for federal elections. The former boss of England boss Mark Carney is fighting to stay in the job after calling a snap general election. The elections in Canada came after Justin Trudeau quit. The timing is crucial as Mark Carney is riding on an anti-Trump wave amid political tensions with the US.

28 Apr 2025 5:19 pm
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28 Apr 2025 4:42 pm
Canada Federal Elections 2025: Where do different parties stand on key issues?

Canada witnesses a crucial federal election. Voters decide the nation's future amidst rising living costs and housing issues. Mark Carney leads the Liberals against Pierre Pollievre of the Conservatives. New Democrats, Bloc Qubcois, and Greens also compete. Parties focus on immigration, healthcare, tax cuts, and housing. The election shapes Canada's policies and relationship with the United States.

28 Apr 2025 4:23 pm
CM MK Stalin makes a slew of announcements; hikes DA for state govt employees by 2 percent

CHENNAI: With an eye on assembly elections scheduled for next year, Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday made a slew of announcements, including a 2 percent hike in dearness allowance for the State government employees. The nine announcements made in the assembly would cost the state exchequer more than Rs 5,000 crores. The dearness allowance for the State government employees, Stalin said, would be hiked by 2% on par with the recent hike effected by the union government with retrospective effect

28 Apr 2025 4:07 pm
Elon Musk lays groundwork for big donor role in midterm elections as time with DOGE ends

Elon Musk is reportedly scaling back his White House role to focus on becoming a major Republican megadonor for the upcoming midterm elections. Despite facing public disapproval and controversies surrounding his companies, Musk intends to remain an influential advisor to Trump while investing heavily in Republican candidates.

28 Apr 2025 3:53 pm
Pierre Poilievre's rise from humble beginnings to Canadas Prime Ministerial contender

Pierre Poilievre, the Conservative Party leader, is a prominent contender in the 2025 Canadian federal elections. His campaign focuses on addressing the rising cost of living, reforming energy policies, and fiscal conservatism. Poilievre's promises have resonated with voters, solidifying his position as a strong Prime Ministerial candidate despite facing criticism for his right-wing populism.

28 Apr 2025 2:02 pm
What Canadas major parties prioritized in the final days of the 2025 federal election

Canada's federal election saw Liberals, Conservatives, Bloc Qubcois, and NDP vying for power. Conservatives targeted Liberal ridings. Liberals initially led but shifted focus after debates. NDP started offensively but defended seats later. Bloc Qubcois balanced offense and defense. Parties focused on key ridings, highlighting the election's high stakes. Campaign strategies revealed priorities before the elections.

28 Apr 2025 1:10 pm
India should declare war against Pakistan if it refuses to hand over PoK, says Union Min Ramdas Athawale

MUMBAI: Union Minister Ramdas Athawale has said India should declare war against Pakistan if it refuses to hand over PoK, as terror activities will continue as long as the territory exists. Speaking to reporters in Lonavala on Sunday, the Union minister of state for social justice condemned the Pahalgam terror attack , in which 26 persons lost their lives on April 22. Tensions have escalated between India and Pakistan following the attack in Jammu and Kashmir last week. Terrorists opened fire in

28 Apr 2025 12:27 pm
JNUSU elections: ABVP shatters decade-long drought with historic gains

JNUSU elections: ABVP shatters decade-long drought with historic gains New Delhi: The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) has carved a significant milestone in the annals of the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students Union (JNUSU) elections. Vaibhav Meena, representing the ABVP, has ascended to the position of Joint Secretary, breaking a decade-long dry spell for the organisation. [] The post JNUSU elections: ABVP shatters decade-long drought with historic gains appeared first on Mangalorean

28 Apr 2025 12:07 pm
Canada Elections 2025: How Major Parties Differ On Key Issues

The federal election in Canada is shaping up to be one of the most closely contested in recent memory.

28 Apr 2025 11:21 am
PM to visit Bihar again on May 4, set to inaugurate 'Khelo India Youth Games' 2025

PATNA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit poll-bound Bihar again on May 4, for the second time within 10 days. This time, he is scheduled to inaugurate the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 at the Patliputra Complex in the state capital. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday reviewed preparations for the mega sports event, which the state is hosting for the first time. On the occasion, Bihar State Sports Authority Director General S Raveendran handed over to Nitish certificates fro

28 Apr 2025 10:51 am
BJP MPs from Telangana lobbying hard for place in Union Council of Ministers

HYDERABAD: With speculation rife over expansion of Union Cabinet, which is most likely to take place in May, several aspirants from Telangana are believed to have started lobbying for a place in Union Council of Ministers. The MPs are encouraged by rumours of a possibility of leaders from Telangana being considered for one or two as Union ministers of state as the BJP is focusing its energies on winning the next Assembly elections and form the government in the state. Currently, there are as man

28 Apr 2025 9:21 am
Public grievance hearing at Berhampur soon: Odisha CM

BERHAMPUR: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday announced that a regional public grievance hearing will soon be held at Berhampur in Ganjam district. Addressing the centenary celebration of Unnita High School at Bhimpur village in Patrapur block, Majhi said, The Chief Ministers grievance cell will soon commence operations in Berhampur and I will personally visit the city to conduct the hearing. The CM commended the changes brought about in the countrys education system under the leadershi

28 Apr 2025 9:19 am
Left alliance retains dominance in JNUSU elections; ABVP breaks decade-long absence with Joint Secretary win

NEW DELHI: JNU witnessed vibrant celebrations as red and saffron flags dotted the campus following the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union (JNUSU) elections. While the Left Unity panel claimed three central posts, the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) made a historic comeback after a ten-year hiatus, securing the Joint Secretary position. The post of President went to Nitish Kumar from AISA, Vice-President was secured by Manisha from DSF, and the General Secretary position was wo

28 Apr 2025 9:02 am
Tender coconut stalls by farmers to open at five railway stations in Madurai division

MADURAI: In a first, Southern Railway has allowed farmers to set up tender coconut stalls on platforms at five prominent stations in the Madurai railway division. The stalls are likely to be opened this week. The initiative, which will benefit passengers during the summer season and farmers, is part of one station one product (OSOP) concept, which aims to promote indigenous products, crafts, and local entrepreneurship. Currently, there are 44 OSOP shops at 33 railway stations in the Madurai divi

28 Apr 2025 8:09 am
Insider track | LTC rule in focus after terror attack

The presence of several government employees, including two to three Intelligence Bureau personnel, at Baisaran meadow in Kashmirs Pahalgam may be a coincidence, but they had one thing in common: the governments revised policy of encouraging them to travel to the Union Territory on vacation. The Centres tweaked Leave Travel Concession (LTC) norms encourage government employees to go on vacation to J&K and allow even a lower-grade official to avail of air travel facilities. Among those killed inc

28 Apr 2025 7:43 am
Assam to act against Aadhaar holders out of NRC

GUWAHATI: The Assam government on Sunday announced crackdown on Aadhaar card holders who did not apply to get their names included in the National Register of Citizens (NRC). Talking to the press while campaigning for the panchayat elections on Sunday, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said, We will launch a major drive within next two to four days against those who obtained Aadhaar cards and are living in Assam but did not apply for the NRC. He said the state government has already stopped iss

28 Apr 2025 7:29 am
All About Elections Canada, The Non-Partisan Body Behind The Polls

Canada is set to hold its federal election on April 28. Originally scheduled for October 20, the election date was moved forward when the Governor General dissolved Parliament at Prime Minister Mark Carney's recommendation.

28 Apr 2025 6:43 am
The BJPs plan in Telangana

The Hyderabad local body MLC elections provided a glimpse into its strategy

28 Apr 2025 1:36 am
About one fourth of welfare funds for scheduled castes unutilised in 2024-25, lowest in a decade

In the 2024-25 financial year, about one-fourth of the funds allocated for the welfare of Scheduled Castes went unutilised, marking the lowest utilisation rate in a decade. Out of 1.66 lakh crore earmarked, only 74.74% was utilised due to ministries' inability to identify targeted schemes and the imposition of the model code of conduct during parliamentary elections.

28 Apr 2025 12:31 am
Ex-members of banned JeI form new J&K political party

Former members of the banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) Kashmir have launched a new political party called Jammu & Kashmir Justice and Development Front. The party aims to bridge the gap between governance and the grassroots level. Sayar Reshi, a former JeI member, stated the party will participate in all upcoming elections in the Valley.

28 Apr 2025 12:30 am
Bangladesh Army chief tells law enforcement agencies to act tough against mob violence

Bangladesh Army chief Waker-Uz-Zaman has directed law enforcement to firmly address mob violence and looting, ensuring peace amidst deteriorating law and order. He assured that all political parties could hold rallies, rejecting calls to ban the Awami League, and affirmed the Army's commitment to free and fair elections.

28 Apr 2025 12:01 am
Canada election sparks hopes for revived Indian student interest amid declining enrolments

As Canada gears up for federal elections, study abroad consultants hope for a more supportive government for Indian students. A significant drop in Indian student flow to Canada, exceeding 40% between 2023 and 2024, is attributed to real estate issues and strained diplomatic ties.

27 Apr 2025 10:43 pm
Peela sole contender as GVMC gears up to elect new Mayor on April 28

District TDP president Gandi Babjee issued a B-Form to Peela Srinivasa Rao just a day before the much-anticipated Mayor elections, which are scheduled for 11 a.m. on Monday

27 Apr 2025 9:22 pm
'Runners Injured During World 10K Run': BJP MP Flags Bengaluru Potholes

Tejasvi Surya, senior BJP leader of Karnataka, has said that improving urban infrastructure, especially roads, is not possible unless civic elections are held on time.

27 Apr 2025 8:52 pm
Don't let innocent become collateral damage: J&K CM urges as search for Pahalgam attack culprits intensifies

NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday called for a decisive fight against terrorism and its origin following the Pahalgam terror attack which claimed 26 lives. In a post on X, CM Abdullah urged that while punishing the guilty, care must be taken to ensure innocent people do not suffer as collateral damage. After the Pahalgam terror attack, there must be a decisive fight against terrorism and its origin. People of Kashmir have come out openly against terrorism and th

27 Apr 2025 7:03 pm
Meghwal, Khattar emerge as frontrunners for BJP national president

NEW DELHI: Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, along with fellow Union Ministers Manohar Lal Khattar, Bhupender Yadav, and Dharmendra Pradhan, as well as other potential candidates, including a woman, is emerging as a frontrunner for the BJP's top organisational position - the national president. Meghwal, a former civil servant from Rajasthans Bikaner, was awarded the Best Parliamentarian in 2013. He currently serves as the Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs, Heavy Industries and Publ

27 Apr 2025 6:55 pm
Delhi DoE dissolves all school management committees; fresh elections on May 9

Delhi's Directorate of Education has dissolved all school management committees. Fresh elections are scheduled for May 9. This decision follows parent protests over fee hikes. New committees must include 50% women. Representation from marginalized communities is mandatory. The SMC oversees school operations and admissions. Election committees will be formed at each school. Results will be announced the next day.

27 Apr 2025 1:33 pm
Canada Elections 2025 Explained: Frontrunners, Key Issues And Trump Effect All About The April 28 Polls

One of the biggest factors influencing this election is the deteriorating relationship between Canada and the United States.

27 Apr 2025 10:32 am
Liquor scam: Sajjala Sridhar Reddy remanded till May 6

VIJAYAWADA: The ACB Special Court in Vijayawada has remanded Sajjala Sridhar Reddy until May 6 in connection with the alleged liquor scam. Sridhar Reddy, listed as A6, was arrested in Hyderabad on Friday night by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) and brought to Vijayawada to be presented before the court. The CID registered a case against him under Sections 409, 420, 120(B) read with Sections 34 and 37 of the IPC, and Sections 7, 7A, 8, 13(1)(b), and 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act,

27 Apr 2025 10:11 am
I will improve fishers living standards: CM Chandrababu Naidu

SRIKAKULAM: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has vowed to improve the living standards of fishermen by making fishing a lucrative occupation. He launched the Matsyakarula Sevalo scheme at the coastal village Budagatlapalem in Etcherla mandal of Srikakulam district on Saturday, and distributed Rs 20,000 aid to each fishermans family. Later, the Chief Minister interacted with the fisherfolk. After listening to their hardships, he came to the conclusion that the fishermen are being exploited by m

27 Apr 2025 10:08 am
No-confidence motion against GVMC deputy mayor Jiyyani Sridhar passed with 74 votes

VISAKHAPATNAM: The no-confidence motion against Deputy Mayor Jiyyani Sridhar was formally approved by the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) council meeting on Saturday. Presiding Officer and Visakhapatnam District Collector MN Harendhira Prasad said the motion secured the support of 74 members, thereby fulfilling the quorum. The Collector said 63 elected GVMC council members, and 11 ex-officio members, including MPs, MLAs and MLCs, supported the no-confidence motion. The motion

27 Apr 2025 9:30 am
Doves, Deaths And Rations: Papal Elections Over Time

Cardinals electing Pope Francis's successor will have an easier time than many of their predecessors, who endured spartan conditions and were even locked up so long that some of them died.

27 Apr 2025 9:24 am
CM Chandrababu Naidu promises steps to improve living standards of fishermen, make fishing lucratives

SRIKAKULAM : Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has vowed to improve the living standards of fishermen by making fishing a lucrative occupation. He launched the Matsyakarula Sevalo scheme at the coastal village Budagatlapalem in Etcherla mandal of Srikakulam district on Saturday, and distributed Rs 20,000 aid to each fishermans family. Later, the Chief Minister interacted with the fisherfolk. After listening to their hardships, he came to the conclusion that the fishermen are being exploited by

27 Apr 2025 9:10 am
Contempt case: Madras HC orders director of collegiate education to appear in court

CHENNAI: The Madras High Court has ordered the Director of Collegiate Education to appear before the court in connection with a contempt case filed by the Pachaiyappas Trust Board for disobedience of an earlier order of the court on providing approval to the selection list for appointment of 130 posts, including assistant professors, to the colleges run by the Trust. Justice D Bharatha Chakravarthy passed the order recently while hearing the contempt of court petition. The matter pertains to fil

27 Apr 2025 8:45 am
INTERVIEW| CPM failed to gauge influence of caste, religion

M A Baby has taken over as the CPMs sixth general secretary at a time when the party is going through a deep crisis, facing political and electoral setbacks. Baby has a tough task ahead of him to win back its fast eroding mass base. Just three weeks after he took over, Baby sat down with Team TNIE at CPMs newly inaugurated office in Thiruvananthapuram for a detailed conversation. He was candid enough to admit the mistakes on the part of CPM in recognising certain Indian realities, like caste and

27 Apr 2025 8:35 am
Carney urges unity, Poilievres 100 days of change: Final push for votes in Canada federal election

Canada's crucial elections are approaching on April 28, 2025. Mark Carney, Pierre Poilievre, and Jagmeet Singh are in the final stretch of campaigning. Carney emphasizes stability amidst economic challenges. Poilievre promises significant change, focusing on crime and housing. Singh shares personal experiences and advocates for inclusivity. Polls indicate a close race, making the election outcome uncertain.

27 Apr 2025 8:28 am
Make Bengaluru greater by cutting bureaucratic rigmarole

Bengaluru, one of the fastest-growing cities in the world, is about to undergo a major overhaul in city governance. By initiating the process to implement the contentious Greater Bengaluru Governance Act (GBGA), the Siddaramaiah government has taken upon itself the monumental task of changing the way the state capital is governed and more importantly, the responsibility to its direct supervision. The Act, which got the Governors assent earlier this week, may have to clear some more hurdles befor

27 Apr 2025 7:43 am
Confusion Still Prevails in Bihar NDA over the Chief Ministership after Assembly Polls

By Rahil Nora Chopra Ahead of Bihar Assembly elections, the issue of the chief ministerial candidate for the NDA Alliance is being prominently getting discussed. Posters were spotted outside the JD(U)s Patna office saying Nitish again from 2025 to 2030, indicating that the Bihar Chief Minister was pitching for another term. However, mixed reactions and signals from ally BJP have added confusion to the matter. While the confusion was aggravated and intensified when Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Si

27 Apr 2025 4:00 am
BBMP polls likely to see further delay beyond October

If everything goes according to plan, the BBMP elections may be conducted before the end of 2025, says Transport and Muzrai Minister Ramalinga Reddy

26 Apr 2025 11:32 pm
Pak-born woman in Odisha for 35 yrs gets notice to leave

Sharada Kukreja, a Pakistani woman living in Odisha for 35 years after marrying an Indian citizen, has been served a notice to leave the country. She has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi to stop her deportation, citing her long-standing ties to India and family here. Sharada fled Pakistan to escape forced conversion and marriage, and despite having an Aadhaar card and participating in elections, she has not been granted Indian citizenship. The Odisha gove

26 Apr 2025 10:28 pm
Pakistan born woman living in India for 35 years served notice to leave the country after Pahalgam attack

Sharada Kukreja, residing in Odisha for 35 years after fleeing Pakistan, faces deportation. She appeals to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. The police served her a notice to leave, despite her claims of having an Aadhaar card and voting in elections. Sharada fears separation from her family, as she has no ties to Pakistan.

26 Apr 2025 8:01 pm
Politicians failed to deeply listen: Rahul at Bharat Summit

Hyderabad: Reminiscing about his Bharat Jodo Yatra which encompassed walking from Kanyakumari to Kashmir before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Leader of Opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi said that all politicians today have forgotten to deeply listen to the public. Speaking at the Bharat Summit here, he also said that even the opposition (in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing t

26 Apr 2025 6:43 pm
AICC President Finds PM Not Serious Enough on Pahalgam Terror Attack but Focused More on Bihar Elections

In the absence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said the all party meeting was held in the presence of Union Minister of Defense Rajnath Singh and Union Minister of Home Amit Shah and Shah admitted security lapse led to the attack on tourists at Pahalgam and he assured the all-party leaders to initiate steps to thwart such attacks in future

26 Apr 2025 5:05 pm
Pakistans PTI party calls for immediate release of its founder Imran Khan

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) called for the immediate release of its jailed founder Imran Khan, vice chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi and other leaders. The PTI party passed a resolution on its 29th foundation day on Friday, condemning the illegal imprisonment of all leaders, including the 72-year-old former prime minister and Qureshi, Dawn News reported. The party claimed it had won the 2024 elections, but its mandate was stolen through rigging. We also demand the restoration

26 Apr 2025 4:19 pm
Panchayat election candidates obligated to disclose info on pending cases: SC

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court has upheld a decision of the Himachal Pradesh High Court, which said the candidates contesting panchayat elections were obligated to disclose information about the pending cases against them. A bench of justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh made the remarks while affirming the decision of the Himachal Pradesh High []

26 Apr 2025 1:40 pm
Pahalgam killings deepen Bengal's identity rift, spark fresh wave of polarisation

The return of coffins from Kashmir to Bengal has ignited a volatile mix of religion, politics, and emotion, deepening polarization ahead of the 2026 elections. The killings of tourists, allegedly targeted for their religion, have thrust religious identity into the spotlight, becoming a potent political tool.

26 Apr 2025 11:12 am
70% Voter Turnout In JNUSU Elections 2024-25, Over 5,500 Cast Votes

Student organisations, including ABVP, AISA, DSF, SFI, and NSUI, actively mobilised support as students lined up around polling stations, creating a vibrant democratic atmosphere.

26 Apr 2025 10:12 am
Its NDA report, not that of NDSA, aims to tarnish BRS image: KTR

HYDERABAD: BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Friday labelled the National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) report on the Medigadda (Kaleshwaram) barrage pier collapse an NDA report, implying collusion between the Congress and BJP to tarnish the reputation of the BRS, under whose tenure the irrigation project was built. Speaking to the media at his Nandi Nagar residence in Hyderabad, Rama Rao claimed that the details of the report, which was readied back in December 2024, were deliberately revealed

26 Apr 2025 9:43 am
Andhra MP serves Rs 100 crore defamation notice on brother Kesineni Nani

VIJAYAWADA: Kesineni Srinivas (Nani), former MP, has been served a legal notice by his brother and the sitting MP Kesineni Sivanath (Chinni), demanding Rs 100 crore in damages for alleged defamation. The notice follows an open letter written by Nani to the Chief Minister, accusing Sivanath of orchestrating a fraudulent land deal worth Rs 3,000 crore involving Ursa Clusters Pvt Ltd. The controversy revolves around the allotment of over 50 acres of prime land in Visakhapatnam to Ursa Clusters, a c

26 Apr 2025 8:43 am
BJP slams Greater Bengaluru Bill; vows to revive 'One Mayor, One Bengaluru' model if voted back

BENGALURU: With Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot giving his nod to the Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill, paving the way to split Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) into seven segments, the opposition BJP predicts imbalance, water scarcity, and administration problems. BJP leaders say the idea of city founder Kempe Gowda, about one Bengaluru, is being destabilised, and once the BJP is back in power, it will bring back the existing model of one corporation and one mayor. Opposing the Greater B

26 Apr 2025 8:37 am
Modi govt to hit hard against terror, every citizen stands with its resolve: Sarbananda Sonowal

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal asserted that perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack will face severe consequences under PM Modi's leadership, emphasizing the nation's united resolve against terrorism. He highlighted the government's commitment to punishing those responsible and preventing future attacks, while campaigning for NDA candidates in the upcoming Panchayat elections, advocating for rural development and self-reliance under the BJP's governance.

26 Apr 2025 8:32 am
ED seizes property worth 600 crorefrom 2022 assembly poll candidate

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at Rohan Harmalkar's properties, uncovering a massive land scam in Goa. Documents of immovable properties worth over Rs 600 crore were seized, along with incriminating property documents worth Rs 1,000 crore in North Goa. Harmalkar, an independent candidate in the 2022 elections, is accused of illegally appropriating land through fraudulent means.

26 Apr 2025 12:54 am
Canada election 2025: Mark Carney vs Pierre Poilievre - Unknown facts about Liberal and Conservative Party leaders fighting for PM's post

Canada gears up for elections on April 28. Mark Carney of the Liberal Party faces Pierre Poilievre from the Conservative Party. US tariffs and Donald Trump's statements loom large. The election focuses on who can navigate a growing international crisis. Economic issues and rising costs add importance. Voters will choose their leader soon. The results will impact Canada's future.

26 Apr 2025 12:14 am
Panchayat elections: Assam BJP to unveil manifesto on April 26

Guwahati, April 25: The Assam BJP will unveil the partys panchayat election manifesto at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Bhavan, the partys headquarters, here on Saturday. Party sources said the manifesto, to be unveiled by chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in the presence of state BJP president Dilip Saikia, would provide a comprehensive roadmap for the future [] The post Panchayat elections: Assam BJP to unveil manifesto on April 26 appeared first on The Shillong Times .

25 Apr 2025 8:10 pm
Raja Iqbal Singh Elected Delhi's New Mayor As BJP Reclaims MCD: Who Is He?

With this win, the BJP reasserts control over the MCD, which had been under the AAP's leadership since the 2022 elections.

25 Apr 2025 5:15 pm
Atishi win row: Delhi HC allows ECI plea for releasing EVMs used in 2025 assembly polls

The Delhi High Court has permitted the Election Commission of India to release EVMs used in Atishi's Kalkaji constituency win, for use in the upcoming Bihar elections. While EVMs can be released, the court ordered that VVPAT slips be preserved until further notice, amidst a petition challenging Atishi's election victory based on allegations of corrupt practices.

25 Apr 2025 4:35 pm
BJP's Raja Iqbal Singh Elected New Mayor Of Delhi

BJP leader Raja Iqbal Singh has been elected the new mayor of Delhi, winning after getting 133 votes against his Congress opponent's eight. The AAP had decided to boycott the elections.

25 Apr 2025 4:04 pm
Rulings coming fast and furious in lawsuits over Trump's policies on immigration, elections, DEI

The Trump administration faced multiple legal setbacks regarding its policies on immigration, elections, and DEI programs. Federal judges blocked the administration's DEI crackdown in schools and changes to election procedures. Courts also intervened in immigration matters, including deportations and funding for sanctuary cities.

25 Apr 2025 1:31 pm
Canada elections 2025: Where do Liberals, Conservatives, Bloc Qubcois, NDP stand on tax, economy

Amid affordability woes and a trade war, Canadian parties present diverse economic platforms. Conservatives offer tax cuts and housing incentives; Liberals, targeted relief and childcare support; NDP, wealth redistribution and social programs; Bloc, Quebec-focused policies; Greens, sustainability; and People's Party, market-driven changes

25 Apr 2025 12:22 pm