Actor Manchu Manoj confirms that his wife Bhuma Mounika Reddy may contest in the next elections, generating political buzz.​ Actor Manchu Manoj has sparked fresh political discussions in Andhra Pradesh by confirming that his wife, Bhuma Mounika Reddy, is likely to contest in the upcoming elections. During a recent interaction with media, Manoj stated that public expectations naturally lean towards her political entry due to their active involvement in previous elec

The Supreme Court’s Voting Rights Act ruling in Louisiana v. Callais did not strike down Section 2, but it sharply narrowed how the law can be used in redistricting cases. In a decision issued on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, the Court ruled that Louisiana’s SB8 congressional map was an unconstitutional racial gerrymander because the Voting Rights Act did not require the state to create an additional majority-Black district. What

In a shocking incident that has sent ripples through political circles, Chandranath Rath, the personal assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, was shot dead in West Bengal on Wednesday, May 6. Eyewitnesses have described the attack as a professional, pre-planned hit. Rath's tragic death is the latest in a string of mysterious and suspicious deaths surrounding Adhikari’s trusted aides, and it comes amid rising tensions related to post-poll violence in the state. Is there

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has firmly rejected calls to resign following the defeat of her party, Trinamool Congress (TMC), in the recent West Bengal Assembly Elections. Despite the electoral setback, Banerjee has declared that she will not step down, describing the demand for her resignation as a "symbolic protest." The TMC leader made these remarks during a closed-door party meeting with senior party leaders and newly elected MLAs on May 6. Banerjee added that she would not

U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the Bharatiya Janata Party’s reported election victory in West Bengal, the White House said. The message came shortly after results indicated the BJP had secured power in the eastern Indian state, ending more than a d

The battle inside the Republican Party is no longer happening behind closed doors. It’s playing out in public — and it’s getting intense. Across several key states, Donald Trump is backing challengers against fellow Republicans, turning routine primaries into high-stakes political showdowns. These contests are not just about winning seats — they’re about definin

On April 25, 2026, 79 crude bombs were recovered from an abandoned house in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, prompting the National Investigation Agency to register a case on April 26, 2026; the exact time of recovery was not disclosed.   The

A major cash seizure was reported in Perambalur, where authorities recovered nearly ₹2.5 crore in unaccounted money during a late-night vehicle inspection. The operation was part of routine checks amid heightened vigilance in the region. Officials intercepted a car during the inspection and discovered a substantial amount of cash concealed inside. T

The 2026 assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry witnessed a remarkable surge in voter participation despite facing serious challenges such as incidents of violence and allegations of fraudulent voting. The voter turnout statistics for these regions shattered previous records, signaling a keen interest from the electorate in determining the future of their states. However, the elections were marred by political clashes, protests, and complaints of irregularities in some areas, mak

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has called on voters in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry to use their right to vote as polling begins across 296 seats in these states. In his appeal, Kharge highlighted several critical issues affecting the citizens of Kerala, especially under the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government, including rising unemployment, financial distress, and growing uncertainty. Addressing the voters on X, he urged them to once again stand up for the progressive values that

Sonia Gandhi, the senior Congress leader, was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after feeling unwell, according to sources on March 25, 2026. Both of her children, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, were by her side at the hospital, although Rahul left after a while. The exact cause of her hospitalization has not been clarified yet. This hospitalization follows an earlier instance in January 2026, when Sonia Gandhi was admitted to the same hospital due to respiratory

In a significant legal development, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia have been discharged from the Delhi excise policy case. A Delhi court ruled that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) failed to provide substantial evidence to support the serious charges against the two leaders. The court highlighted the lack of material evidence to substantiate the allegations against Kejriwal. It emphasized that serious charges, such as th

The deadlock over seat-sharing negotiations between Congress and the DMK in Tamil Nadu has continued, with the Congress formally requesting 45 Assembly seats for the 2026 polls. This demand, conveyed during a meeting between Congress general secretary KC Venugopal, senior leader TS Singh Deo, and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, is based on an internal review of the Congress’s performance in the 2021 Assembly elections. According to Congress, the request stems from a strategic analysis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the ruling DMK government in Tamil Nadu during a massive NDA rally ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. At the rally, Modi accused the DMK of running a “CMC government,” which he described as an acronym for “Corruption, Mafia, and Crime,” claiming that these three elements have been flourishing under their rule. He asserted that the people of Tamil Nadu are ready for change and emphasized that the NDA, under BJP leadership, i

With the Tamil Nadu elections drawing nearer, the political landscape is heating up, and one of the most anticipated moments for fans and political observers alike has finally arrived. Thalapathy Vijay, the popular actor and political leader, has officially received his party's electoral symbol for the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections. The central election commission has confirmed that Vijay’s TVK party will be using the iconic whistle symbol in the polls. The whistle symbol carries

Former Maryland Republican Gov. Larry Hogan has announced that he will not seek public office again, drawing a definitive line under years of speculation about his political future despite continued encouragement from supporters to pursue a national role. Hogan made the announcement in an opinion column published Tuesday, stating that while he remains deeply invested in the well-being of Maryland and concerned about the broader direction of national politics, his time as an electora

As India moves toward 2026, the political spotlight will not only be on major Assembly elections in states like West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Assam, but also on a massive churn in the Rajya Sabha. As many as 75 seats in the Upper House of Parliament are set to fall vacant across April, June and November 2026, potentially reshaping the balance of power between the ruling NDA and the opposition INDIA alliance. These vacancies span a wide range of states, including Uttar Pradesh,