Elections 2025

Bihar polls: INDIA bloc wary of conspiracy during counting, urges ECI to ensure impartiality

PATNA: The opposition INDIA bloc in Bihar, led by its Chief Ministerial candidate Tejashwi Yadav, on Thursday voiced apprehension of a conspiracy during the counting of votes for the state assembly polls, allegedly at the behest of the ruling NDA. At a press conference here hours before the commencement of counting, Yadav, who was accompanied by CPI-ML Liberation general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya and AICC in charge for Bihar Krishna Allavaru, among others, appealed to the Election Commissi

13 Nov 2025 11:41 pm
Bihar Elections 2025: All About Vikassheel Insaan Party Chief Mukesh Sahani

Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief Mukesh Sahani decided not to contest the Bihar elections after the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan gave his party only 15 seats, short of the 24 he demanded.

13 Nov 2025 11:12 pm
Nishant Kumar: Nitish Kumar's Son With 'No Interest In Politics'

It was rumoured that Nishant Kumar, the son of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, may step into the political spotlight with a debut in the 2025 elections, but the speculations were put to rest after he was not given any ticket.

13 Nov 2025 11:10 pm
Bangladesh to hold referendum on July charter alongside February election

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh will hold a national referendum early next year to decide on the implementation of the July Charter, a sweeping state reform agenda drafted following last years deadly student-led uprising. The vote will take place on the same day as the national parliamentary election in the first half of February, interim government Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus announced on Thursday. In a televised address, Nobel laureate Yunus said the decision aimed to make the electoral process more in

13 Nov 2025 10:48 pm
Bihar polls: RJD leader booked for 'inflammatory' remarks day ahead of counting

PATNA: RJD leader Sunil Kumar was on Thursday booked for making 'inflammatory remarks', a day ahead of the counting of votes polled in the Bihar assembly elections, police said. Counting will begin at 8 am on Friday at 46 centres across 38 districts of the state. Speaking to reporters here earlier in the day, Kumar had said, People have voted for a change. Tejashwi Yadav's government will be formed in 2025. In 2020, the counting was halted for four hours, and if something like that happens this

13 Nov 2025 10:44 pm
How is SEC ensuring fair elections? | Explained

How will Maharashtras State Election Commission tackle duplicate and missing entries? Who can raise objections and how will they be resolved? Will the Oppositions concerns on the electoral rolls be addressed? What steps ensure voters dont cast multiple ballots?

13 Nov 2025 10:38 pm
PK faces moment of reckoning as Jan Suraaj awaits its first real test

Election strategist Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party faces a tough challenge in Bihar assembly elections, with exit polls predicting minimal seats against Kishor's ambitious 150-seat target. This mirrors his previous role in the 2019 Jharkhand elections, where JD(U) drew a blank despite his significant involvement.

13 Nov 2025 10:21 pm
Bihar assembly elections 2025: Will Nitish continue his winning streak or Tejashwi get the crown? Results tomorrow

Bihar braces for assembly election vote counting today, with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar seeking a fifth term. Opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav has warned against any 'unconstitutional activity' during the process. The BJP expressed confidence in an NDA victory, while the Election Commission detailed extensive security and transparency measures for the counting.

13 Nov 2025 10:16 pm
NDA, INDIA bloc wait with bated breath as Bihar readies to count votes

Bihar's political landscape buzzed with anticipation ahead of assembly poll results. Both ruling NDA and opposition Mahagathbandhan expressed cautious optimism, with high women turnout leaving leaders perplexed. Tensions surfaced with an RJD leader's threat over vote counting, drawing sharp criticism from the BJP. Caste and cash appear to have played a pivotal role in the closely contested elections.

13 Nov 2025 9:33 pm
Tej Pratap Yadav: The Turbulent Life Of Lalu Yadav's Expelled Son

Tej Pratap Yadav, the son of former Bihar chief ministers Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi, will be going solo in the state elections.

13 Nov 2025 9:31 pm
Congress leader Bhanwar Jitendra Singh faces court case over alleged custody of MF Husain painting

JAIPUR: Assam Congress in-charge and former Minister of State for Home Affairs Bhanwar Jitendra Singh is set to face trial in Delhis Rouse Avenue Court for allegedly failing to return a painting by renowned artist Maqbool Fida Husain (M.F. Husain). According to the complaint, Singh, a member of Alwars erstwhile royal family, had borrowed the artwork from then Congress MP Prabha Thakur in 2014. Despite repeated requests from Thakur and her family, the painting was allegedly never returned. Prabha

13 Nov 2025 9:14 pm
Calcutta HC disqualifies Mukul Roy as member of WB Assembly

Kolkata: The Calcutta High Court on Thursday disqualified senior leader Mukul Roy as member of the West Bengal Assembly under the anti-defection law for switching over to the ruling TMC, after having been elected on a BJP ticket in the 2021 elections. The court termed as perverse the decision of the Speaker, who had in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also

13 Nov 2025 8:41 pm
Watch: Bangladesh to hold elections in Feb 2026, sayd Muhammad Yunus

Bangladeshs interim leader Muhammad Yunus has announced a national referendum on the landmark July Charter to be held alongside parliamentary elections in February 2026. The reform aims to reshape politics, limit prime ministerial terms, and expand rights. Supporters call it a democratic milestone, while critics question its legal backing and lasting impact.

13 Nov 2025 8:26 pm
Silent invisible rigging: fumes TMC fumes over 34 lakh Aadhaar deactivation

Kolkata: The TMC on Thursday tore into the EC and the BJP after UIDAI disclosed that around 32-34 lakh Aadhaar numbers have been deactivated in West Bengal, and alleged the figures point to a silent invisible rigging designed to erase living voters from the rolls ahead of the assembly elections due next year. The party Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also

13 Nov 2025 8:09 pm
Bihar polls: Elaborate security measures in place for counting of votes on November 14

PATNA: Elaborate security arrangements have been made for Friday's counting of votes polled in the Bihar assembly elections , across 46 centres in 38 districts of the state, officials said. Schools in Patna will remain closed on Friday in view of the counting exercise, they said. Bihar had registered a historic voter turnout of 67.13 per cent in the elections to the 243-member assembly in two phases on November 6 and November 11. A total of 7.45 crore voters were eligible to decide the electoral

13 Nov 2025 7:28 pm
RJD MLC threatens Nepal-Bangladesh-style protests if vote counting is rigged, triggers political storm in Bihar

PATNA: A political storm has erupted in Bihar a day before the counting of votes after controversial RJD MLC Sunil Kumar Singh allegedly courted controversy by threatening Nepal-Bangladesh-style Gen Z protests in the state if any attempt was made to commit irregularities during the counting of votes of the recently concluded state assembly elections. The counting of votes for the high-stakes assembly elections will be held on Friday (November 14). The election for 243 assembly seats was conducte

13 Nov 2025 7:18 pm
People will take to streets if mandate is stolen: RJD leader Sunil Singh warns officials ahead of Bihar election results

PATNA: As Bihar braces for the counting of votes tomorrow, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Sunil Singh on Thursday issued a strong warning to election officials, cautioning against any attempt to manipulate the people's mandate, otherwise he same scenes witnessed on the roads in Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka will be seen on the roads of Bihar as well. Singh claimed that in the 2020 Bihar Assembly elections, many RJD candidates were forcibly defeated, and urged vigilance to ensure such inci

13 Nov 2025 7:18 pm
Opposition has accepted defeat, NDA set for huge win in Bihar: JDU MP Sanjay Jha ahead of counting day

NEW DELHI: With the exit polls predicting an NDA victory in the Bihar polls, JDU MP Sanjay Jha said that the opposition has already accepted defeat and is projecting a huge win for his party in the upcoming vote count. Speaking to reporters, Jha said, They know what the result will be. They have accepted defeat and started instigating their people. What kind of language are these people (RJD leader Sunil Singh) using...As per our assessment, we will register a huge win... Earlier today, Bharatiy

13 Nov 2025 6:49 pm
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Will Nitish Kumar, the longest-serving chief minister, get a record fifth term? Or, will Tejashwi Yadav and Mahagathbandhan stop the NDA juggernaut, proving the exit polls wrong? All questions will be answered on November 14, when the counting of votes polled in the high-stakes Bihar Assembly elections will be conducted. The NDA in Bihar comprises five parties, while the Grand Alliance includes RJD, Congress, CPI(ML) Liberation, other Left parties, and Vikasheel Insaan Party (VIP). Counting w

13 Nov 2025 6:45 pm
BJP leaders visit to Manipur sparks speculation over government formation

GUWAHATI: Speculation is rife in ethnic violence-hit Manipur over the possible formation of a new government, with the state remaining under Presidents Rule since 13 February this year. The buzz was triggered by the sudden visit of BJP national general secretary (organisation) B.L. Santhosh and the partys Northeast coordinator Sambit Patra to the state. The two leaders arrived in Imphal on Wednesday for a two-day visit, following demands from BJP legislators for the formation of a popular govern

13 Nov 2025 6:31 pm
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With hours left for counting in the Bihar Assembly Elections, exit polls have predicted a clean sweep for the JD(U)-led NDA. The excitement is palpable in the NDA camp, though exit polls, time and again, have proved wrong in Bihar. But one survey has predicted disappointing news for Nitish Kumar. According to Vote Vibe, RJD chief Tejashwi Yadav is the most preferred candidate for the post of Chief Minister. Chief Minister and JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar has only come second to Yadav. According to r

13 Nov 2025 6:28 pm
Central Govt, 5 CMs, 80 Ministers Against Tejashwi In Bihar Polls: OP Rajbhar's Dig At Ally BJP

Rajbhar, whose party is a part of the NDA, has repeatedly expressed open support for Tejashwi Yadav during the Bihar elections

13 Nov 2025 6:07 pm
Evening news wrap: Turkey-based handler directed Delhi blast module; Bangladesh to hold referendum & more

A Turkey-based handler, 'Ukasa,' allegedly masterminded a terror plot involving a Delhi university professor, Umar Un Nabi, for a multi-city IED attack. Meanwhile, Bangladesh will hold a national referendum and general elections in February 2026. India showcased its military might with Exercise Trishul, involving 30,000 troops and 25 naval vessels.

13 Nov 2025 5:50 pm
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As Bihar is all set for the counting of votes for the assembly elections on Friday, a Bollywood-style poster has been erected outside the JD(U) office in Patna, featuring Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, with the caption Tiger abhi zinda hai (Tiger is still alive). The poster, which described the party supremo as the protector of all communitiesdalits, mahadalits, backward classes, upper castes and minoritieswas dedicated by party leader and former minister Ranjit Sinha. Interestingly, it surfaced

13 Nov 2025 5:23 pm
HC cancels Mukul Roy's membership of West Bengal Assembly four years after his defection from BJP to TMC

KOLKATA: The Calcutta High Court on Thursday cancelled Mukul Roy's membership of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly more than four years after he had defected from the BJP to the ruling Trinamool Congress in 2021. Roy had become a first-time MLA on a BJP ticket from Krishnanagar North constituency in Nadia district. But within a month of the assembly elections, he returned to his former party Trinamool Congress. The court rejected the decision of Assembly Speaker Biman Banerjee who claimed tha

13 Nov 2025 5:17 pm
Will Bihar Choose Nitish Kumar Or Tejashwi Yadav? Counting Of Votes On Friday

People of Bihar wait with bated breath for Friday's counting of votes polled in the recent assembly elections, which will decide whether JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar will get a record fifth term or whether a change in government will be witnessed.

13 Nov 2025 5:17 pm
Referendum to endorse political charter will be held alongside general elections: Muhammad Yunus

Bangladesh's interim government will hold a referendum on a political charter on the same day as national elections next February. Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus announced the decision after approving the July Charter Implementation Order. The charter, drafted by a National Consensus Commission, incorporates over 80 reform proposals. Political parties had differing views on the referendum timing.

13 Nov 2025 5:16 pm
Referendum to endorse political charter will be held alongside general elections: Muhammad Yunus

Bangladesh's interim government will hold a referendum on a political charter on the same day as national elections next February. Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus announced the decision after approving the July Charter Implementation Order. The charter, drafted by a National Consensus Commission, incorporates over 80 reform proposals. Political parties had differing views on the referendum timing.

13 Nov 2025 5:16 pm
Bangladesh To Hold Referendum Along With Elections In February

In a move that is likely to see opposition in Bangladesh, the Chief Advisor of the Interim Government of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus, has announced a referendum along with elections in Bangladesh in February next year.

13 Nov 2025 5:11 pm
Prashant Kishor's Journey From Political Strategist To Active Participant

Over a decade after he scripted a memorable victory in the 2014 general elections for the BJP and Narendra Modi, Prashant Kishor is back in the game.

13 Nov 2025 5:07 pm
Bihar Election 2025: Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav on edge on eve of counting

The results will decide whether JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar, Bihars longest-serving chief minister, secures a record fifth term or if the opposition, led by young RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, pulls off a victory. The state recorded a historic voter turnout of 67.13 per cent in the two-phase elections held on November 6 and 11

13 Nov 2025 5:06 pm
CDS Chauhan Did Not Say BJP Used Army for Bihar Elections; Clip Is Altered!

In the original clip, Chauhan spoke about India's maritime capabilities in the events of the 20th century.

13 Nov 2025 4:45 pm
TMC hits out at ECI after UIDAI deactivates Aadhaar numbers of 34 lakh 'deceased' in Bengal

KOLKATA: The ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) has hit out at the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday after the Unique Identification Authority of India ( UIDAI) deactivated Aadhaar numbers of around 34 lakh deceased people in West Bengal , triggering serious controversy in the poll-bound state. Assembly elections in Bengal are scheduled to be held in AprilMay next year. It is learnt that the UIDAI recently held a meeting with officials from the office of the state Chief Electoral Offic

13 Nov 2025 4:31 pm
What high voter turnout mean for the incumbent govt in Bihar

NEW DELHI: Bihar is a state where high voter turnout has consistently acted as a catalyst for changes in governance, and this years strong participation of voters may not necessarily be a source of comfort for the NDA, nor a greater shock for the Opposition, than what both sides, the ruling alliance and the Opposition, appear to be claiming based on exit poll predictions. With just a few hours remaining before the counting begins on Friday, the fate of candidates who contested across the state o

13 Nov 2025 3:18 pm
Bangladesh to hold referendum on reform charter proposals: Muhammad Yunus

Muhammad Yunus also reiterated that parliamentary elections will be held in February and that they would be free and fair

13 Nov 2025 3:16 pm
Political parties hold hectic parleys to review preparations as Bihar readies for counting of votes

PATNA: Leaders across the political spectrum of Bihar on Thursday held hectic parleys and reviewed last-minute preparations as the state was readying for the counting of votes polled in the recently held high-stakes assembly polls that will decide whether Nitish Kumar, the longest-serving chief minister, will get a record fifth term. RJD leader and INDIA bloc's CM candidate Tejashwi Yadav said his party workers and the common people were ready to handle any unconstitutional activity during count

13 Nov 2025 2:56 pm
Photos: Bihar readies for counting of votes

Patna: People of Bihar wait with bated breath for Fridays counting of votes polled in the recent assembly elections, which will decide whether JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar, the states longest-serving chief minister, will get a record fifth term or whether a change in government will be witnessed. Bihar registered a historic voter turnout of 67.13 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to

13 Nov 2025 2:36 pm
Bihar polls: Tejashwi Yadav affirms readiness to deal with unconstitutional activity; meets RJD candidates ahead of counting day

Patna (Bihar) [India], November 13 (ANI): Ahead of the counting of votes for the Bihar Assembly elections set to happen on November 14, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav held an online meeting with the partys candidates, party office bearers at the district level, having in-depth discussion was held on guidelines related to vote counting and preparations for the counting process. Repeating allegation of alleged electoral malpractice, the RJD leader said that the party, along with

13 Nov 2025 1:56 pm
News18 Afternoon Digest: Red Fort Suspects Planned Pulwama Like Attack, Hasina Sheikh's Call Free Elections & More

We are also covering: The end of the US shutdown, Sunny Deol losing his temper at the paps and DNA tests confirming Dr Umar Nabi as the Red Fort car bomber.

13 Nov 2025 1:45 pm
Bihar readies for counting of votes to decide whether state would see Nitish's fifth term or change

PATNA: People of Bihar wait with bated breath for Friday's counting of votes polled in the recent assembly elections, which will decide whether JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar, the state's longest-serving chief minister, will get a record fifth term or whether a change in government will be witnessed. Bihar registered a historic voter turnout of 67.13 per cent in the elections to the 243-member assembly in two phases on November 6 and 11. Counting of votes will begin at 8 am, and the trends and resul

13 Nov 2025 1:23 pm
Kerala bureaucrats, environmentalists to approach Governor against controversial wildlife bill

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Alleging that the newly passed Wildlife Protection (Kerala Amendment) Bill is an 'election gimmick' and 'politically motivated,' retired bureaucrats and environmentalists plan to approach Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to seek rejection of the controversial legislation. A letter signed by a group of 80 retired IAS and Indian Forest Service officers, environmentalists, and other prominent figures, including Medha Patkar, Maneka Gandhi, and Pandhuranga Hegde, will be hand

13 Nov 2025 1:21 pm
Bihar Assembly Elections: Women outgun men by over 14 percentage points in voter turnout in 7 districts

Women voters surpassed men in most Bihar districts during the recent assembly elections. Supaul district saw the largest gender gap in turnout. Patna was the only district where men voted more than women. Bihar recorded its highest-ever voter turnout overall. Election results are expected soon.

13 Nov 2025 12:45 pm
Kerala HC suggests state move Supreme Court against ECs Special Revision drive

KOCHI: The Kerala High Court on Thursday suggested that it would be appropriate for the state government to approach the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission of Indias decision to conduct the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Kerala. During the hearing of the petition filed by the state government, Justice V G Arun said it would be better to approach the Supreme Court, as several other states have also filed Special Leave Petitions (SLPs) against the SIR. The co

13 Nov 2025 12:32 pm
Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 Result Date: When will the votes be counted?

The political spotlight is on Bihar as counting for the 2025 Assembly Elections begins on November 14. With a record 67.14 per cent voter turnout, all eyes are on the NDA and Mahagathbandhan as results for 243 constituencies are set to be declared

13 Nov 2025 10:58 am
From pier to pixel: campaign for Kerala local body elections gets digital makeover

Hiring professional photographers and content strategists, candidates are exploring digital tools to drum up their campaign on social media to attract young voters

13 Nov 2025 9:16 am
Are schools closed on 13 November 2025? Check Delhi, Bihar, Telangana, and Noida holiday status

School Holiday 13 November 2025: Schools across India are observing varied schedules on 13 November 2025. Bihar and Telangana schools remain closed due to bye-elections, while Delhi schools continue in hybrid mode under GRAP-III restrictions amid poor air quality. In Noida, outdoor activities are suspended in some schools as a precaution. Parents and students are advised to follow official notifications for updates, as school schedules may differ by district and change depending on election duti

13 Nov 2025 9:04 am
Bihar elections: Authorities ban victory processions in Patna, Model Code of Conduct extended till Nov 16

The Election Commission of India has extended the Model Code of Conduct in Patna district until November 16. This measure is in place to maintain law and order following the Bihar poll vote counting on November 14. Victory processions and political gatherings are completely banned. Sound amplification devices are also prohibited.

13 Nov 2025 8:27 am
Dispute over seat sharing, BDJS boycotts NDA candidate announcement meetings

KOCHI: Expressing discontent over the highhanded approach of BJP in seat sharing, Bharath Dharma Jana Sena (BDJS), a major partner of the NDA in Kerala, boycotted the meetings held in Ernakulam and Alappuzha to announce candidates for the local body elections on Wednesday. The BDJS had demanded 10 seats in Kochi Corporation. However, as talks failed to reach a consensus, the BJP announced only 32 candidates in the 76 seats in Kochi Corporation. In Alappuzha South organisational district, the NDA

13 Nov 2025 8:22 am
INTERVIEW | Government has acted decisively, Sabarimala is not a worry : LDF convenor T P Ramakrishnan

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: As Kerala heads for local-body elections, LDF convenor T P Ramakrishnan says the ruling front will focus on development and welfare initiatives. Discussing priorities and challenges in an interaction with the TNIE , the senior CPM leader stresses that the alliance does not see the Sabarimala gold-theft controversy hurting its chances. Excerpts: What key issues will the LDF raise in this election? The Left government has completed 10 years in office. During this period, it has

13 Nov 2025 8:14 am
LDF to face stronger challenge in Anthoor as UDF, BJP steps up campaign

KANNUR: Anthoor municipality, a CPM stronghold, is gearing up for a tough battle in the upcoming elections, with both UDF and NDA preparing to challenge its dominance. In a significant political move, the UDF had reopened its Anthoor Congress mandalam committee office at Bakkalam after a gap of four and a half decades, marking the partys re-entry into the local political scene, despite contesting the last two elections without a party office. Anthoor, which became a municipality in 2015, was ear

13 Nov 2025 8:10 am
LDF is banking on its welfare plank, history to retain edge in Kerala local body polls

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: One of the trolls doing the rounds on October 29, the day Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan rolled out a slew of welfare measures, was a tale of shared lament of two CM-hopefuls in the opposition UDF. It served to highlight, in no uncertain terms, how the out-of-the-blue dole outs would weigh on the upcoming local-body polls. Eyeing no less than a convincing win in the election to the three-tier bodies -- which is being viewed as a semi-final, coming as it does a few months ahe

13 Nov 2025 7:57 am
Congress, seven parties decide to form anti-BJP front in Assam

The objective is to defeat the Bharatiya Janata Party in the 2026 Assembly elections, Congress leaders said Congress, seven parties decide to form anti-BJP front in Assam

13 Nov 2025 5:32 am
New York Young Republican Club on Mamdani Win and 2026 Races

Stefano L. Forte, president of the New York Young Republican Club (NYYRC), comes back to The New Americanto discuss the results of the 2025 New York City mayoral election, the victory of Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani, and looking ahead to the 2026 New York gubernatorial and state legislative elections. Forte addresses the impact that mass ... The post New York Young Republican Club on Mamdani Win and 2026 Races appeared first on The New American .

13 Nov 2025 5:31 am
BJP Reshuffle Prioritises North Indian Voters Outreach For BMC Election

In a bid to strengthen its connection with North Indian voters ahead of the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, the Mumbai unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday appointed Acharya Pawan Tripathi as its new General Secretary.

13 Nov 2025 1:45 am
Akhilesh Yadav slams govt over Delhi blast, alleges intelligence failure

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav raised concerns about repeated intelligence failures after a recent Delhi blast. He also alleged that exit polls for Bihar elections were designed to demoralize opposition workers. Yadav announced the 'PDA Prahari' initiative to ensure voter list accuracy and prevent unfair deletions.

13 Nov 2025 12:25 am
Congress president Kharge seeks debate in Parliament on Delhi bomb blast

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized intelligence agencies and the government following a deadly car bomb blast in Delhi. He demanded a thorough investigation and strict punishment for those responsible. Kharge stated that despite numerous agencies, the government failed to prevent the incident. He also dismissed exit poll predictions for Bihar elections, urging people to await actual results.

13 Nov 2025 12:21 am
46 centers in 38 districts to tally results of assembly elections

Vote counting for the Bihar elections is set for November 14th across 46 centres in 38 districts. Following polling, EVMs and VVPATs from nearly 45,400 stations are secured in strongrooms under strict three-tier security, including armed forces and CCTV surveillance. Candidates' representatives can monitor arrangements, ensuring transparency throughout the process.

12 Nov 2025 11:58 pm
Women electors decisively voted for development, good governance: NDA

NDA leaders expressed confidence following exit poll predictions favoring their alliance in the Bihar assembly elections. They highlighted the high turnout of women voters as a sign of support for the NDA's development agenda and good governance, attributing it to Prime Minister Modi's leadership and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's experience.

12 Nov 2025 11:51 pm
Mahayuti, MVA lines blur for local body elections

Political parties are setting aside differences to win local elections. Sharad Pawar's NCP (SP) and Ajit Pawar's NCP are discussing an alliance for Pimpri Chinchwad polls. In Kolhapur, both NCP factions are uniting against the BJP. Shiv Sena (Shinde) wants to ally with BJP in Nagpur, threatening a broader coalition if talks fail.

12 Nov 2025 11:21 pm
Bihar elections: Axis My India and Chanakya predict comfortable NDA victory, RJD to lead within alliance

It has predicted RJD to be the single largest party with 67-76 seats and JDU to be the second largest party with 56 to 62 seats. BJP is predicted to be third with a seat range of 50 to 56. The survey predicted a vote share of 43% for NDA and 41% for Mahagathbandhan. In the survey, Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj is predicted to get 0 -2 seats with a vote share of 4%.

12 Nov 2025 11:21 pm
Sharad Pawar Panel Wins 12 Posts In MCA Elections, Ajinkya Naik Elected Prez Unopposed

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis: The all-powerful Sharad Pawar Panel won 12 out of the 16 posts contested for the managing committee of the Mumbai Cricket Association, the elections for which were contested on Wednesday. However, they did not get the all-important post of the President that incumbent Ajinkya S Naik retained unopposed. Naik is considered to have the backing of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, but had, before the elections, met former MCA and BCCI President Sharad Pawar and soug

12 Nov 2025 11:18 pm
BJP appoints four new general secretaries to Mumbai unit

This is seen as the partys effort to reach out to several communities in Mumbai, essential for civic body elections

12 Nov 2025 11:13 pm
Who will benefit from higher voter turnout in Bihar polls?

PATNA: Bihar created history in the 2025 assembly elections by registering a record overall voter turnout of 66.91 percent across the two phases, triggering speculations whether the BJP-JD(U) led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) or the opposition INDIA bloc would benefit from it. The revised data from the Election Commission of India (ECI) suggests a provisional turnout of 69.1 percent, which is almost 12 percentage points higher than the 2020 assembly election. The turnout of women voters is

12 Nov 2025 10:54 pm
For first time in recent history, no repoll ordered after Bihar assembly elections: EC

Bihar witnessed a historic election with a record 67.13% voter turnout, the highest since 1951. The Election Commission announced no re-election was necessary in any of the 122 seats from the second phase, marking a significant achievement. These peaceful polls, attributed to the EC's Bihar first initiatives, saw a festive atmosphere and zero repolls.

12 Nov 2025 10:37 pm
Assam opposition parties unite to challenge BJP ahead of elections

GUWAHATI: With just a few months to go before Assam heads to the polls, eight opposition parties on Wednesday agreed to form a joint front to oust the BJP from power. The decision was taken at a meeting convened by the Congress, attended by leaders of Raijor Dal, Assam Jatiya Parishad, Anchalik Gana Morcha, CPM, CPI, CPI(ML), and APHLC. The All India United Democratic Front was notably absent. Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi said details of future discussions among the opposition parties w

12 Nov 2025 10:21 pm
'Live murder of democracy': Rahul Gandhi reiterates vote chori charge; cites CCTV footage destruction, multiple voting by BJP workers

Rahul Gandhi alleged that democracy is being murdered live in India, accusing the BJP and Election Commission of electoral manipulation. He cited the destruction of CCTV footage from the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Delhi and instances of alleged multiple voting across states as evidence of vote chori (vote theft).

12 Nov 2025 9:11 pm
MPs Ladli Behna scheme: monthly assistance hiked to Rs 1,500

BHOPAL: The Mukhya Mantri Ladli Behna Scheme, the initiative credited as the game-changer for the BJP in the 2023 Madhya Pradesh Assembly polls, saw a major boost on Wednesday as the monthly financial assistance for economically weaker women was increased from Rs 1,250 to Rs 1,500. At a state-level event held in Seoni district, Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav transferred Rs 1,857 crore through a single click into the bank accounts of over 1.26 crore women beneficiaries across the state, representi

12 Nov 2025 9:11 pm
Bihar Elections: EC Rules Out Repoll in Phase 2

It said this is for the first time in the recent history of the state that no repoll has been ordered.

12 Nov 2025 8:25 pm
Vijay Attacks DMK for Turning Knowledge Fete Into Forum for Abuse

TVK would stand with the masses & make the DMK realize the real power of the people in the 2026 elections

12 Nov 2025 8:13 pm
Kerala local body polls: State Election Commission comes out with video explainer on differences between it and Election Commission of India

SEC, which handles local body elections, first brought out such a clarification just before 2024 Lok Sabha elections after getting flooded with phone calls seeking poll information

12 Nov 2025 7:32 pm
Axis My India predicts close fight in Bihar; gives 121-141 seats for NDA, 98-118 for Mahagathbandhan

In contrast to the opinion polls released on Tuesday, Axis My India on Wednesday predicted a close fight between the Nitish Kumar-led NDA alliance and the opposition Mahagathbandhan in Bihar. The agency has projected a likely victory for the NDA with 121 to 141 seats while the Mahagathbandhan coming close behind with 98 to 118 seats. Former political strategist Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party may secure 0 to 2 seats, according to the agency. However, the opinion poll published by Vote Vibe ha

12 Nov 2025 6:51 pm
Bihar Exit Polls: Axis My India projects close battle between NDA and Mahagathbandhan

The data comes after several pollsters predicted a comfortable win for the NDA in the Bihar Assembly elections.

12 Nov 2025 6:37 pm
Former deputy CM Nitin Patel's emotional speech at BJP event brings dissent within Gujarat unit to the fore

AHMEDABAD: At a BJP Sneh Milan event in Kadi, former Deputy Chief Minister and Patidar strongman Nitin Patel delivered a fiery, emotionally charged speech, one that has reignited murmurs of dissent within Gujarats ruling party. Patel, once the face of North Gujarat politics, lamented his exclusion from the regions political map and accused sections of the party of sidelining honest workers while promoting the weak and disreputable. His remarks, laced with sarcasm, pride and pain, have stirred fr

12 Nov 2025 6:26 pm
Former Gujarat deputy CM Nitin Patel criticises BJP's internal dynamics

AHMEDABAD: At a BJP Sneh Milan event in Kadi, former Deputy Chief Minister and Patidar strongman Nitin Patel delivered a fiery, emotionally charged speech, one that has reignited murmurs of dissent within Gujarats ruling party. Patel, once the face of North Gujarat politics, lamented his exclusion from the regions political map and accused sections of the party of sidelining honest workers while promoting the weak and disreputable. His remarks, laced with sarcasm, pride and pain, have stirred fr

12 Nov 2025 6:26 pm
Will Prashant Kishor Quit Politics If JD(U) Wins Over 25 Seats In Bihar? Why Exit Polls Led To Buzz

During the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Prashant Kishor predicted JD(U) would win only six seats, but the party surprised many by securing 12 seats instead

12 Nov 2025 6:19 pm
BJP to contest Punjab assembly polls alone, no alliance with Akali Dal: Union minister Bittu

CHANDIGARH: With fifteen months left for the assembly elections in Punjab, Union Minister of State for Railways and Food Processing Industries Ravneet Singh Bittu ruled out any possibility of an alliance between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), asserting that the BJP will contest all seats alone. Talking to the media here on Wednesday, Bittu said the party is confident of its growing strength in Punjab and will go solo in the electoral battle. The BJP will not

12 Nov 2025 5:48 pm
Another Exit Poll Predicts Majority For NDA In Bihar, But By Small Margin

The tenth exit poll for the Bihar Assembly elections has been released and it has joined the others in predicting a clear majority for the NDA, albeit by the smallest margin.

12 Nov 2025 5:05 pm
BJP orders 501 kg of laddoos anticipating victory in Bihar polls

Patna: Anticipating its victory in the Bihar assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party has ordered 501 kg of laddoos ahead of the counting of votes on Friday. The polling in two phases was held on November 6 and 11 in Bihar, and results will be announced on Friday. The state has registered the highest voter Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also downlo

12 Nov 2025 4:35 pm
Maharashtra local body elections: BJP names 40 star campaigners including Devendra Fadnavis, Nitin Gadkari; polls on December 2

The BJP has unveiled a formidable campaign brigade for Maharashtra's 2025 Local Self Government elections. A list of 40 senior leaders, including Devendra Fadnavis and Nitin Gadkari, will spearhead the party's efforts across the state. This strategic deployment aims to bolster the BJP's presence and secure victories in the crucial local polls.

12 Nov 2025 3:59 pm
Siddaramaiah Questions Terror Attacks During Polls; BJP Hits Back

Karnataka CMs remark on blasts coinciding with elections sparks sharp criticism from BJP leaders

12 Nov 2025 3:45 pm
'Amit Shah writes, PMO sends, media runs': Tejashwi rejects exit poll results, says INDIA bloc will sweep Bihar polls

The opposition Mahagathbandhan's chief ministerial face, Tejashwi Yadav on Wednesday rejected the exit poll results projecting a big win for the ruling NDA alliance, claiming the predictions were written by top leaders of the BJP and then sent over to the media. Addressing a press conference on Wednesday, Tejashwi Yadav said, What is written down by Amit Shah is sent over to the media by the PMO and is run on channels. Compared with the 2020 elections, 72 lakh more people have voted this time...

12 Nov 2025 3:16 pm
Kerala Local Body Elections: LDF, UDF, NDA Gear Up For The Semi-Final Before Assembly Polls

The key questions are: Will the LDF be able to repeat its strong performance? Can the UDF regain lost ground? And will the NDA increase its seat tally?

12 Nov 2025 2:39 pm
BJP workers prepare 501 kilograms of laddoos ahead of counting day as exit polls predict NDA win in Bihar elections

Political fervor is high in Patna as vote counting for Bihar elections approaches. Bharatiya Janata Party workers are preparing to celebrate, having made 501 kilograms of laddoos. Exit polls predict a win for the National Democratic Alliance. Janata Dal (United) candidate Anant Kumar Singh's residence is also being prepared for supporters.

12 Nov 2025 2:30 pm
Bihar Assembly elections 2025: Clean sweep for Mahagathbandhan, says Tejashwi Yadav

Tejashwi Yadav also raised questions on the credibility of the exit polls and surveys conducted by the agencies

12 Nov 2025 1:40 pm
Bihar Election 2025 Exit Poll Results: RJDs Tejashwi Yadav dismisses post-poll forecast

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has dismissed exit poll predictions favouring the NDA in Bihar. He stated his party's research indicates a comfortable Mahagathbandhan win. Yadav questioned the validity of exit polls, suggesting they were released prematurely to create psychological pressure. He expressed confidence in a significant victory, drawing parallels to the 1995 elections.

12 Nov 2025 1:39 pm
Why vote for Lalu Yadav, Rahul Gandhi? For corruption or family?: Giriraj Singh on Bihar exit polls predicting NDA win

Union Minister Giriraj Singh is confident the NDA will win the Bihar assembly elections. He criticized the Rashtriya Janata Dal-Congress alliance, citing internal rifts and corruption allegations against its leaders. Singh believes the current government has strong support, especially from women. Exit polls also predict an NDA victory, with the Mahagathbandhan falling short of a majority.

12 Nov 2025 1:15 pm
Bihar Exit Polls: NDA Leads Big, Mahagathbandhan Trails, Jan Suraaj Falters

New Delhi, Nov 11: Most exit polls on Wednesday predicted a decisive victory for the NDA in the Bihar Assembly elections, indicating the return of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar with a comfortable majority, while the Mahagathbandhan lagged behind and Prashant Kishors Jan Suraaj registered a poor debut performance. The two-phase elections, held on November [] The post Bihar Exit Polls: NDA Leads Big, Mahagathbandhan Trails, Jan Suraaj Falters appeared first on Northlines .

12 Nov 2025 12:50 pm
Bihar sets new record with 69 pc turnout in second phase of Assembly elections

The results, which will be declared on November 14, will decide whether Nitish Kumar, the JD(U) president and the longest serving Chief Minister, secures yet another tenure or his former deputy Tejashwi Yadav, who has likened the 20-year-old regime to a rickety old car (khataara), takes the wheel

12 Nov 2025 12:32 pm
Participatory Democracy Key Condition For My Return, Yunus Harming Ties With India: Sheikh Hasina

Kolkata, Nov 12: Ousted former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina has said her return home hinges on the restoration of participatory democracy, lifting of the ban on the Awami League and the conduct of free, fair and inclusive elections. In an exclusive email interview to PTI from an undisclosed location in India, Hasina also accused the unelected Yunus administration of endangering ties with India and empowering extremist forces. Contrasting her foreign policy with that of the current int

12 Nov 2025 12:11 pm
Bihar election 2025: LJP leader Chirag Paswan praises high voter turnout

A day after the Bihar assembly elections concluded, LJP (Ram Vilas) chief and Union Minister Chirag Paswan expressed confidence in the NDAs victory. Praising the record 68.76 per cent voter turnout, he thanked the people of Bihar for their enthusiasm

12 Nov 2025 10:46 am
'Repaired in 4 hours': Video of pothole repair in Dubai goes viral, netizens says it will take 5 years before elections in India

A Dubai resident shared a video of the RTA fixing a damaged road in mere hours. The quick repair work impressed many online. The RTA encourages residents to report infrastructure issues. This initiative ensures swift maintenance and public involvement in keeping Dubai's roads in top condition. The efficiency demonstrated is a key aspect of the city's appeal.

12 Nov 2025 10:33 am
Holding Myanmar Elections Next Month Unfathomable: UN Rights Chief

Volker Trk cites ongoing bombardment and detentions of critics by the junta as proof that its polls cant be free or fair.

12 Nov 2025 10:16 am
Exit polls favor NDA in Bihar election

The outcome of Bihar Legislative Assembly elections could reflect Prime Minister Narendra Modi's popularity and his alliance's influence in the key state.

12 Nov 2025 9:59 am
Venkatesh Prasad alleges mismanagement in KSCA; to contest for presidents post

BENGALURU: Former Indian cricketer Venkatesh Prasad, along with members of his team Game Changers, has accused the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) of large-scale mismanagement under former cricketer Brijesh Patel. Prasad announced his candidature for the presidents post in the upcoming KSCA elections on November 30, with Sujith Somasundar contesting for vice president and Vinay Mruthyunjaya for secretary. He received the backing of former cricketers Anil Kumble and Javagal Srinath. He

12 Nov 2025 8:41 am
Bihar Assembly elections: Voter participation hits 2-decade high

NEW DELHI: The 2025 Bihar Assembly election has seen one of the highest voter turnouts in the states history. This signals a major resurgence of democratic participation. According to the Election Commission of India, Phase 1 recorded a turnout of 64.66%. Phase 2 rose even higher, reaching 67.14% by 5 pm on Tuesday, November 11, and setting a new two-decade benchmark. The ECI has yet to publish the exact gender breakdown. Compared with the 56.66% turnout in 2020, the surge is striking. This mark

12 Nov 2025 7:59 am
68.79% Turnout marks final phase of Bihar Assembly polls

PATNA: The enthusiasm of Bihars voters touched a new high on Tuesday as the state recorded its highest-ever voter turnout of 68.79% in the second and final phase of the Assembly elections. Voting took place for 122 constituencies across 20 districts, completing polling for all 243 seats. In the first phase, Bihar registered a turnout of 65.08%. The second phase, however, saw even greater participation, pushing the overall turnout across both phases to 66.9%nearly 10% higher than in the last Asse

12 Nov 2025 7:48 am
Bihar Assembly elections LIVE: Nine exit polls project decisive majority for NDA in Bihar

The exit polls conducted by various organisations on Tuesday predicted a return of the NDA government in the State, a poor show for the Opposition 'Mahagathbandhan', and a disappointing performance for Jan Suraaj

12 Nov 2025 7:48 am