Devendra Fadnavis is poised to begin his third term as Maharashtra's Chief Minister, with an oath-taking ceremony scheduled for tomorrow at Azad Maidan in Mumbai. This follows a period of suspense over the leadership of the newly-formed BJP-led Mahayuti government, which secured a sweeping victory in the recent state elections. Today, the BJP core committee officially finalized Fadnavis as its choice for Chief Minister, bringing an end to the uncertainty surrounding the post. Hi

In Mumbai, tensions remain high as the BJP and Shiv Sena navigate the selection of the next Maharashtra Chief Minister. Senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis met with outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde amidst ongoing discussions about leadership following the recent state elections. Fadnavis, widely regarded as a top contender for the position, is expected to be appointed as Chief Minister after BJP MLAs meet to choose their legislature party leader. However, the issue lies in conv

Maharashtra's political scene is in anticipation as a decision on the next Chief Minister is set to be taken during a meeting of the BJP legislative party today. Caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde clarified that the final decision on the CM's post would be made by the Prime Minister and Home Minister, noting that he would fully support the decision of the BJP leadership. The announcement comes after speculation arose regarding Shinde's role following the Mahayuti alliance'

The wait for Maharashtra's next Chief Minister is nearing its end as the three key leaders of the ruling alliance—Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar—met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi. The meeting, which concluded late at night, is expected to be the final step before an official announcement. Sources suggest that the decision is now almost finalized and will only require a sign-off from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The developments come a

On Thursday, both houses of the Indian Parliament were temporarily suspended as opposition lawmakers disrupted proceedings for the third consecutive day, demanding a discussion on the serious bribery allegations against the Adani Group. U.S. authorities have accused Gautam Adani, his nephew Sagar Adani, and Adani Green’s managing director Vneet S. Jaain of paying $265 million in bribes to secure Indian solar power supply contracts. Additionally, they are accused of misleading U.S. inves

 The BJP has sharply criticized Congress for its repeated claims about faulty electronic voting machines (EVMs) following its losses in the Haryana and Maharashtra elections. The Congress party has often alleged that EVMs are tampered with to favor the BJP, but the BJP responded by pointing out that the same technology had delivered victories for Congress in Jharkhand and Priyanka Gandhi's Wayanad bypoll. In a pointed post on X (formerly Twitter), the BJP mocked Congress for blaming

On November 20th, elections were held in two key North Indian states, Maharashtra and Jharkhand, with exit polls starting to trickle in as polling has concluded. Maharashtra: The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is projected to perform strongly in Maharashtra, according to several exit polls. The prestigious Chanakya Exit Poll forecasts the Mahayuti alliance winning 150-160 seats out of the 288 seats in the Maharashtra Assembly. Meanwhile, the People Pulse Exit Poll

The recent Haryana and Jammu Kashmir elections have concluded with notable outcomes. The BJP emerged victorious in Haryana against the odds, while the National Conference, led by Farooq Abdullah, secured a stronghold in Jammu. A particularly striking statistic from the Haryana elections has caught attention: the Congress party lost 31 assembly seats by margins of less than 1,000 votes, with a staggering 18 of those seats lost by fewer than 500 votes. Congress managed to win 37 seats

In a controversial election, Sundar Singh Tanwar of the BJP was nominated to the 18th and final seat of the Delhi Municipal Corporation's Standing Committee, garnering 115 votes—exactly the number of BJP councillors present. This victory grants the BJP control of the Standing Committee, perceived as the real power within the municipal body, allowing them to appoint the Chair. The election follows a boycott by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which has a significant majority with

The NDA alliance has made a triumphant return to power in Andhra Pradesh following a decisive victory in the 2024 elections, mirroring its success from 2014. A notable difference this time is the cohesive and organized nature of the partnership among the TDP, JSP, and BJP, which bodes well for their governance. At a recent political conclave in Mangalagiri, intended to mark the first 100 days of the NDA government, representatives from all three parties showcased a spirit of coopera

The Union Cabinet has given the green light to the controversial 'One Nation, One Election' initiative, which aims to conduct simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections across India. This decision follows the acceptance of a report by a panel led by former President Ram Nath Kovind. The panel emphasized the need for synchronized polls, stating that doing so would streamline the electoral process and optimize resources. Despite the backing from the ruling Bharatiya Janata

Rahul Gandhi recently clarified his controversial remarks about reservation policies, stating that the Congress party supports extending reservations beyond the current 50% limit. During an interview at the National Press Club in the US, Gandhi emphasized that his previous comments, made at Georgetown University, were misinterpreted. He reiterated that he is not opposed to reservation but believes it sh

Union Minister Hardeep Puri has launched a sharp critique against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi following his recent comments made during an event in the United States. Puri condemned Gandhi for criticizing the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and framing the political conflict between the BJP and Congress as an ideological battle involving religious freedoms, such as the right of Sikhs to wear turbans. According to Puri, Gandhi's remarks represent a "dangerous narrative" that misre

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is demonstrating his unwavering commitment to restoring normalcy in flood-affected Andhra Pradesh. With many areas submerged under floodwaters, Naidu has been touring the impacted regions, speaking directly to those affected to instill confidence and provide reassurance. Known for his crisis management skills, Naidu's efforts are centered around ensuring that rescue and relief operations are carried out efficiently and effectively. Despite Nai

As Vijayawada faces severe flooding, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has been at the forefront of rescue and recovery efforts, earning widespread praise for his dedication and effective management. At 74, Naidu's tireless work to oversee and coordinate relief operations, including deploying 150 rescue boats and securing army helicopters, has been recognized across the political spectrum. KTR, Telangana's Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development, took to T

The Nadu Nedu program, a flagship initiative of former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, aimed to significantly improve the infrastructure of government schools across Andhra Pradesh. While the program was publicly lauded for its focus on beautifying schools, recent revelations suggest that there were serious underlying issues with its implementation. IT Minister Nara Lokesh has come forward with critical observations about the program, pointing out significant financial mismanagement.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently unveiled a commemorative Rs 100 coin to celebrate the birth centenary of M. Karunanidhi, the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The event, which took place in the presence of Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin, was intended to honor Karunanidhi’s significant contributions to Tamil Nadu and Indian politics. The release of the coin marks a notable tribute to a key political figure in the state’s history. However, the commemorative gesture has

In a significant political development, the TDP-JSP-BJP alliance in Andhra Pradesh has seen a significant addition as Lok Satta Party president JP Narayana has announced unwavering support to the alliance.  JP Narayana has announced that only the NDA alliance has a realistic shot of developing Andhra Pradesh which took a took a financial beating in the regime of YS Jagan Mohan Reddy.  Telugu Desam Party chief Chandrababu Naidu thanked JP Narayana for the supporti

Telugu Desam, Janasena, and BJP cadres feel energized after the Prajagalam event in Guntur last evening as Narendra Modi, Chandrababu Naidu, and Pawan Kalyan addressed massive crowds at the event. But what is the real impact of the alliance in the public? Here is a survey report on this.  In a new survey report "Mood of Andhra" reported by Big TV dated 15 February - 15 March. According to this survey, the mood of Andhra Pradesh is such that YSRCP will win 53

The news has been made official now. Telugu Desam Party, Janasena an BJP have announced that they are jointly contesting the 2024 election in Andhra Pradesh and have formed an alliance.  "TDP, JSP, and BJP are joining forces to bring Andhra Pradesh back on growth track. This is a significant moment for our state, which has suffered and lived through its darkest phase in history over the last five years. History will record this alliance as a turning point, a necessity that