In a significant political development, the BJP has decided to send notices to MPs who were absent in the Lok Sabha during the introduction of the government’s flagship One Country One Election Bill. Sources revealed that more than 20 BJP MPs were not present during the division of the house, even though the party had issued a three-line whip instructing all members to be present. Despite the absences, the government successfully passed the bills, which aim to amend t

In a politically charged move, the West Bengal BJP's Murshidabad unit has announced plans to construct a Ram temple in Berhampore, following a proposal by TMC MLA Humayun Kabir to build a mosque in Beldanga, located in the same district. The BJP's proposed Ram temple, which will be modeled after the Ram temple in Ayodhya, is scheduled to begin construction on January 22, 2025, marking exactly one year after the inauguration of the Ayodhya temple. Shakharav Sarkar, the BJP&rs

The Lok Sabha will hold a two-day debate starting today to mark 75 years of the Indian Constitution, though tensions are high between the BJP and Congress, which are embroiled in a bitter political war. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will kick off the debate for the BJP, with several MPs from the ruling party and allies, including Karnataka's former Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy, expected to speak. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will respond to the debate and opposition attacks on Saturday

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 2024 Andhra Pradesh elections have witnessed a significant political shift, particularly in the Nellore region, which was once a stronghold of the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP). The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has managed to completely overturn the political landscape in the region, winning all 10 seats in the Nellore segment, a remarkable turnaround from their complete defeat in the 2019 elections. This transformation in Nellore can be largely attributed to the strategic defection of

World leaders rushed to congratulate Donald Trump on his stunning victory in the 2024 US presidential election over Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Trump's win, widely considered a historic comeback, sparked diverse reactions across the globe. Unlike his first election win in 2016, many European leaders and key international figures expressed warm support and readiness to work with the incoming US president. However, some countries like Russia maintained a cooler stance on his victory

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has expressed his heartfelt congratulations to JD Vance for his victory as US Vice President-elect, calling it a historic moment not only for the United States but also for the Telugu community worldwide. Naidu particularly highlighted the significance of Usha Chilukuri Vance, Vance’s wife, who is set to become the first Second Lady of the United States of Telug

In a speech delivered at her alma mater, Howard University, Kamala Harris officially conceded the 2024 presidential election to Donald Trump, acknowledging his victory and offering her support for a peaceful transfer of power. Despite her concession, Harris emphasized that her commitment to the causes of freedom, equality, and justice would not waver. She encouraged her supporters to "keep fighting," invoking the metaphor of stars shining in the darkness to represent hope and resili

After a challenging five-year tenure under YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, the TDP, in alliance with JSP and BJP, achieved a significant victory in the 2024 elections. This win marks a pivotal moment for the NDA and especially for TDP cadres who faced severe hardships during the YCP regime. Celebrations erupted as this victory stands as one of the most significant in TDP’s history. However, the euphoria

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