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Saurabh Bhardwaj claims BJP will soon change Delhi CM over performance issues after LG VK Saxena blames Arvind Kejriwal for pollution.

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

Uddhav Thackeray framed the alliance through a warning borrowed from Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths batenge toh katenge refrain

For several days, talks had been underway between the Shiv Sena (Thackeray faction) and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS)

Though senior leaders have chosen their words carefully, statements from both camps suggest that Ajit Pawar-led NCP and Sharad Pawar-led NCP reunion is increasingly likely.

Kerala BJP president Rajeev Chandrashekhar said while the CPI (Marxist) and its ally Congress lecture others on tolerance, INDIs tolerance ends where patriotism begins

With the broad seat-sharing formula agreed upon, discussions on ward-level candidates will take place at the local level over the next two days

Congress leaders have been openly stating that they are preparing to contest all 403 assembly seats in the 2027 polls

The Prime Minister underlined that public representatives have a continuous role to play in serving society and contributing to its overall well-being

On Congresss Imran Masoods remark, Robert Vadra says, There are demands from everywhere that Priyanka should step up. BJP says, Tharoor, Masood, Janpath against Rahul Gandhi.

On social media, Sanjay Raut shared a photograph of Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray standing together. He added only three words: Tomorrow at 12 noon.

The uncertainty has kept party cadres and aspirants on edge, particularly in key urban centres where margins are expected to be narrow and local equations crucial

The BJP dominated the tally with 127 mayoral wins, making it the single largest stakeholder in Maharashtras municipal politics.

If the Congress decides to break ranks with the DMK or be demanding, it would be a strategy that is in sync with Gandhis initial desire that the party needs to go alone

The BJP president further said he was in charge of the BJP for Chhattisgarh during the 2013 Jhiram Valley naxal attack and closely witnessed developments related to it.

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant also hailed the BJPs performance in the Zilla Panchayat elections, stating that the party emerged as number one in the state.

He said the Congress has urged Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin to finalise the alliance by December 15 to allow time for candidate selection.

His remark came only a day after he said on Sunday the meeting held earlier in the day was likely the final round of discussions between the two sides.

A jibe by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during an Assembly debate has reignited claims of political rivalry and internal tensions within the BJP.

Uddhav faction leader Anand Dubey said the Congress had lost touch with voters and failed to build a sustained grassroots presence.

The Karnataka Home Minister said all leadership-related matters should be resolved quickly to allow the government to concentrate on fulfilling promises made to the people.

BJP received Rs 6,088 crore in donations in 2024-25, an increase of more than 50 per cent from the Rs 3,967 crore it received in 2023-24.

Responding to questions about his recent meeting with former minister KN Rajanna, often perceived a close aide to the CM, Shivakumar termed it a courtesy call

The proposed alliance has raised concerns within the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), particularly from the Congress, which is a key ally of the Shiv Sena (UBT).

Bengali singer Lagnajita Chakraborty alleged that she was heckled and abused on stage for not singing a secular song during a live performance at a private school.

PM Modi said the Congress did not offer any solutions for the problems of farmers and was protecting infiltrators to strengthen their vote bank.

Even as the opposition and government were up in arms on electoral reforms and Vande Mataram, the winter session managed to strike a fine balance with MPs raising some key issues

Karnataka power tussle: As deputy CM DK Shivakumar ramps up his diplomatic efforts among party veterans, senior leaders are now calling on the central high command to intervene

Shivakumars remarks came a day after Siddaramaiah asserted in the Assembly that he would continue as chief minister.

A video went viral, purportedly showing Jitan Ram Manjhi saying that a phone call to an IAS officer helped his candidate win in Tekari during the 2021 Assembly election in Bihar.

Prime Minister Modi insisted that he wanted to work for the development of West Bengal and appealed to people to give BJP a chance in the upcoming elections.

The deputy CM said he had never suggested the high command was not in Siddaramaiahs favour, acknowledging that Siddaramaiah enjoys the full backing of the central leadership

From 'vape-gate' to impeachment notices, the winter session ends with Speaker Om Birla weighing critical disciplinary actions against several MPs for various breaches of conduct

Sources suggest that Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Prime Minister Narendra Modi even shared a courteous conversation regarding Wayanad, her constituency

Iltija Mufti filed a police complaint seeking an FIR against Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over hijab incident in Patna.

The party said that the decision marks its formal entry into Mumbai's civic politics and aims to provide an alternative.

NCP leader Manikrao Kokate was accused of securing a flat in a government scheme for the economically weaker section (EWS) by submitting false affidavits about his income

BJP and Shiv Sena Eknath Shinde faction agreed on 150 BMC seats in Mumbai, aiming for a Mahayuti mayor. BMC polls are set for January 15.

To appeal to the legion of voters still loyal to the AIADMK, Vijay must borrow their stars

Inside details of the Karnataka CM post tussle between Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar

The Congress is once again caught in a dilemma neither can they let Sonia Gandhi down on one of her favourite bills, nor can they earn the anti-Ram tag

During the light-hearted interaction with PM Modi, it was observed that the session remained brief largely because the Opposition was engaged in continuous protests.

I am the Chief Minister, I will continue till the High Command orders. I have been elected for five years, said Siddaramaiah on the floor of the Karnataka Assembly.

RK Chaudharyadvocated for a greater push towards electric or gas crematoriums from wooden pyres, while the BJP labelled the comments as 'insensitive'and 'culturally tone-deaf'

Opposition leaders termed the move a 'blow to the poor'and an 'insult to the Father of the Nation', while the government said the older scheme had become 'riddled with corruption'

According to sources familiar with the negotiations, the BJP and Shiv Sena have broadly agreed on around 150 seats so far

Atal Bihari Vajpayee's softness evaporated during the war, says a new book by formeraide Ashok Tandon

Hitting back at Shivakumars remarks, Vijayendra accused the Deputy Chief Minister of attempting to intimidate him.

The Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned for the day on Thursday after the passage of the VB-G RAM G Bill due to the opposition uproar over its provisions.

The controversy erupted after a video clip went viral on social media platforms, showing Mitra addressing a public gathering where he is heard making remarks about Lord Ram.