The famous election prognosticator, New York Times’s 'Needle', was projecting an 84 per cent chance of a Donald Trump victory with about 295 electoral college votes based on its data at 10:30 p.m. Tuesday (9 a.m. Wednesday in India). The 'Needle' swings as the data that comes in is analyzed in real-time and makes the projection it considers valid at that time. A little before 10 p.m., it showed Trump at nearly 290 seats before swinging down five to 285 at 10 p.m. and ris

In the upcoming US presidential election, the issue of abortion rights is emerging as a significant factor that is influencing Indian American women's voting preferences. This demographic group, part of the second-largest immigrant community in the United States, is showing a strong inclination towards supporting candidates who advocate for reproductive rights. Meeta Damani, an Indian American documentary filmmaker in New Jersey, emphasizes the interconnected nature of reproductive rights

As Election Day approaches, Vice-President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are locked in a tight race, with more than 78 million American voters already casting their ballots. Both candidates have been crisscrossing the seven battleground states, delivering their closing remarks in a bid to secure crucial electoral college votes. In the national polls, Harris holds a slight lead over Trump, with a 0.9 percentage point advantage in the weighted average compiled by Fiv

The 2024 US election campaign is shaping up to be one of the most extraordinary in the nation’s history, marked by a series of dramatic and defining moments that have captivated the public and reshaped political dynamics. Central to this narrative is Donald Trump, who made headlines as the first former US president to be convicted of felony crimes. On May 30, Trump was found guilty on 34 counts related to falsifying business records to cover up a hush money payment to adult film star St

In a significant political development, National Conference leader Omar Abdullah is set to become the Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, as announced by Farooq Abdullah in Srinagar. This declaration comes in light of the Congress-National Conference alliance's strong performance in the first assembly elections in the Union Territory in a decade. With the coalition leading in 52 out of 90 seats, surpassing the necessary 46 for a majority, the Abdullah family is poised to reclaim power.

In a surprising political development, several individuals associated with the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) met with Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief Chandrababu Naidu at his residence in Hyderabad. The notable attendees included Malla Reddy, his son-in-law Marri Rajasekhar Reddy, and ex-MLA Teegala Krishna Reddy. While Malla Reddy and Rajasekhar Reddy's visit was primarily a social call, extending an invitation to Naidu for Rajasekhar Reddy’s daughter’s wedding, Teega

India has long aspired to secure a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), arguing that its status as an emerging superpower merits representation at the high table. Despite support from several permanent members and international coalitions advocating for UNSC reform, experts remain skeptical about India's chances in the near future. One of the most significant hurdles is China’s steadfast opposition. As the only Asian country with a permanent seat,

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

Introduction to the Proposal: The concept of 'One Nation One Election' has garnered significant attention under the NDA government. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has previously noted that frequent elections impact economic development negatively. Building on this, Union Minister Amit Shah has confirmed the government's intention to implement this reform by the end of their third term, potentially starting in 2029. Detai

Political strategist Prashant Kishor is preparing to formally enter politics with the launch of his new party, the Jan Suraj Party, scheduled for October 2nd. In a bold declaration, Kishor has promised to overturn Bihar’s longstanding liquor ban within one hour of his party assuming power. He has been working on the party's launch for the past two years and is confident in his ability to challenge the dominance of the Janata Dal (United) and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJ

In a recent development, Mahavir Singh Phogat, the acclaimed wrestling coach, voiced his discontent with his niece, Vinesh Phogat, over her sudden shift from wrestling to politics. Vinesh, who was disqualified from the Paris 2024 Olympics due to a slight weight issue, has announced her retirement from wrestling and her candidacy for the Haryana Assembly elections with the Congress party. Mahavir Singh Phogat believes that Vinesh’s focus should have remained on achieving Olympic glory ra

The recent order by the Telangana High Court has stirred significant public interest regarding the political integrity of MLAs who have defected from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) to the Congress party. The court has directed the Assembly Speaker’s office to make a decision on the status of these MLAs, who include prominent figures such as Hyderabad MLA Danam Nagender, Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari, and Bhadrachalam MLA Tellam Venkat Rao. The petition, filed by BRS MLAs Koushik

Chandrababu Naidu's reinstatement as Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh has reignited hopes for the state's financial revival after a challenging five-year period under YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. The previous administration faced severe criticism for its poor financial management, including excessive borrowing and a lack of transparency, which plunged the state into a significant debt crisis. With Naidu back in power, there is a strong focus on correcting these issues and steering Andhra Pra

Nearly three months after Andhra Pradesh's historic election, the YSR Congress Party (YCP) remains in disbelief over the outcome. Former Nagari MLA and prominent YCP leader Roja has openly expressed her shock at the scale of the defeat, asserting that the party's performance did not justify such a significant loss. In her words, "Odipoyentha thappu memu emi cheyaledu," she conveyed her

In line with the Election Commission's mandate requiring candidates to disclose their campaign expenditures, the Congress party has submitted detailed fiscal records for the recent Lok Sabha elections. Among the figures that have drawn attention is the amount Rahul Gandhi reportedly spent during his campaign. According to Congress's submission, Gandhi spent Rs 70 lakh each in Wayanad and Raebareli, totaling Rs 1.4 crore across these two constituencies. This figure seems surprisingly m

Former Chief Minister and YCP leader Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy is currently grappling with the aftermath of his party's significant defeat in the 2024 Assembly elections. The loss has highlighted the urgent need for a professional political strategist to help revive the party's fortunes. The once-strong YCP, which secured 151 seats in 2019, saw a dramatic fall to just 11 seats in the recent polls, underscoring the impact of the absence of strategic guidance. In 2019, political

In the wake of a disappointing performance in the recent assembly elections, YSR Congress Party has launched a fierce critique against the Election Commission of India (ECI), alleging various irregularities in the electoral process. The party has expressed significant doubts about the integrity of the polling process, focusing on accusations of EVM tampering and discrepancies in the reported results. Despite the passage of nearly three months since the elections, the party remains unsatisfied

In the 2019 Andhra Pradesh elections, Prashant Kishor and his team from IPAC played a pivotal role in securing a major victory for Jagan Mohan Reddy’s Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress (YCP). However, the 2024 elections saw a drastic reversal of fortunes for Reddy, with IPAC's involvement leading to a stunningly poor performance. From being the Chief Minister, Jagan Mohan Reddy was reduced to a mere MLA, with YCP securing only 11 seats compared to the anticipated 151. Despit

The recent release of Pinnelli Ramakrishna Reddy from Nellore Central jail has stirred controversy, primarily due to a social media blunder by the YCP. Pinnelli, who lost his Macherla seat this election, was previously jailed for destroying EVMs and assaulting TDP agents. Following the release, YCP's Twitter handle posted a video with the caption: “Former MLA Pinnelli Ramakrishna Reddy has came out of detention in illegal cases.” This caption, which described Pinnell

YSR Congress Party chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy held a crucial conference with his party's cadre and legal cell following a significant defeat in the recent elections. In his address, Jagan emphasized the party's youthful nature, noting that YSRCP, despite its recent challenges, is driven by young blood and fresh perspectives. He stressed the importance of adapting to the evolving political landscape and ensuring that the party learns from its recent setbacks. During the confe