For the first time in Indian history, a sitting Chief Minister will argue a case in the Supreme Court. Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, is set to make history by appearing in person to argue a case before the country’s highest court. The case involves the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, a topic that has stirred significant political debate in the state. Mamata Banerjee’s appearance in the Supreme Court as a "party in person"

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday launched a fierce political and institutional attack on the Election Commission of India following a nearly 90-minute meeting with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in New Delhi. Accompanied by senior Trinamool Congress leaders and families allegedly affected by the Special Intensive Revision process, Banerjee accused the poll panel of deleting voters’ names arbitrarily and functioning as an extension of the BJP. Emerging from the

The Bihar election results have delivered a major blow to the Congress, particularly to Rahul Gandhi, whose Voter Adhikar Yatra covered 1,300 km across 25 districts earlier this year. Designed to amplify his allegation of “vote theft” by the BJP and the Election Commission, the yatra was positioned as a mass-awareness campaign similar to his earlier Bharat Jodo initiatives. However, despite passing through 110 assembly constituencies, not a single seat along the yatra route is currently s

At a high-profile press conference in Delhi, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi escalated his longstanding vote chori campaign by presenting what he termed “100 percent proof” of massive electoral malpractice in the 2024 Haryana assembly elections. Gandhi claimed that approximately 25 lakh entries on the voter list were fake roughly one in eight of the state’s 2 crore electorate. Among his evidence was a startling claim that a Brazilian model’s photograph appeared 

A state commission in New Jersey has recommended a significant change in how schools manage technology use during the academic day. The Commission on the Effects of Social Media Usage on Adolescents has suggested that school districts across the state should adopt bell-to-bell cellphone bans, preventing students from using phones from the beginning of the school day until the final bell. The recommendation comes after growing concerns about the impact of smartphones and social media on the me

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi intensified his attack on the Election Commission of India, alleging that voters in Congress strongholds were deliberately deleted during the 2023 Karnataka Assembly elections. According to him, thousands of voter IDs were removed through fake logins and phone numbers originating from outside the state, and the entire exercise was coordinated via centralised software rather than individual manipulation.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) strongly refuted allegations of “vote chori” made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, assuring citizens that electoral rolls remain transparent and credible. At a press conference in New Delhi, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar clarified that assigning house number zero and instances of duplicate names did not amount to electoral fraud. He further challenged Gandhi to p

Harris County Commissioners Lesley Briones and Adrian Garcia are preparing to unveil their new budget priorities during a press conference this morning, with a focus on investments in public safety, health, and infrastructure. This announcement, which is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. outside Commissioners Court in downtown Houston, is expected to highlight crucial areas such as disaster preparedness, road projects, and law enforcement funding. Despite the expansive

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram has strongly criticised the Election Commission of India (ECI) over its notice to Rahul Gandhi, stating that the poll body is “not a court” and should not act like one when handling petitions or complaints. Chidambaram said the ECI is an administrative body tasked with ensuring free and fair elections and has a duty not only towards political parties but also to the country’s voters.

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar) chief Sharad Pawar has backed Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi’s explosive allegations of vote theft during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, adding his own sensational claim about Maharashtra’s assembly polls. Pawar alleged that two individuals approached him ahead of the 2024 Maharashtra elections, guaranteeing victory in 160 out of 288 seats. He said he and Rahul Gandhi declined the offer, choosing not to b

Harris County commissioners voted 3-1 to formally censure Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo during a tense and contentious court meeting that unfolded on Thursday. The decision came after an intense exchange in which Hidalgo reportedly interrupted fellow commissioners multiple times, expressing frustration over the failure of her proposed tax increase aimed at supporting early childhood education. The measure, which she hoped to place on the November ballot, w

In a fiery press conference held in New Delhi, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi leveled serious allegations against the Election Commission (EC) of India. Gandhi accused the EC of colluding with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to rig elections by manipulating the voter rolls in states like Karnataka. Gandhi claimed that the Congress party has uncovered evidence pointing to th

Rahul Gandhi is set to lead a protest in Bengaluru on August 5, accusing the ruling BJP of "vote theft" during the 2024 Karnataka Lok Sabha elections. According to Congress leaders, including Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, the party has gathered concrete evidence supporting claims of electoral fraud. The protest will be followed by a formal representation to the Election Commission of India, demanding accounta

A small family-run bakery in California’s Bay Area faced an unexpected financial crisis that went undetected for nearly a decade. La Patisserie, a popular shop in Cupertino known for its elegant pastries and intricate wedding cakes, was unknowingly overcharged by its delivery partner for more than eight years. What was believed to be a fruitful partnership with a major food delivery platform turned into a long-term financial drain costing the business over $100,000 in commission fees.

The Supreme Court of India has upheld the constitutional mandate of the Election Commission (EC) to revise electoral rolls in Bihar but raised serious concerns over the timing of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. With Assembly elections looming in the state, the top court emphasized that while cleaning up the voter list was necessary, executing the exercise just months before the elections raised valid questions.

A massive protest erupted in Bihar as members of the INDIA bloc took to the streets, opposing the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. The protest, led by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and its allies in the Mahagathbandhan, aims to highlight concerns over the revision process, which is perceived as rushed and designed to benefit the ruling National Democratic Alliance (

The San Jose District 3 special election is reaching its decisive moment, with voters heading to the polls Tuesday. The final financial disclosures ahead of the vote reveal a competitive and high-stakes race between Planning Commission Chair Anthony Tordillos and community leader Gabby Chavez-Lopez. Both candidates have used the final weeks of the campaign to consolidate support and push messaging, but it is Tordillos who holds the lead in fundraising. According to official filing

The Santa Clara County Democratic Party has confirmed it will not revise its dual endorsement in the upcoming June 24 runoff election for San Jose’s District 3 city council seat. This decision upholds the party's earlier support for both Gabby Chavez-Lopez and Anthony Tordillos, despite the two now facing off against each other in the final round of voting. The move reflects longstanding party practices and strategic considerations specific to the unique nature of this race.

In a closely watched local election, Amir Omar has been elected the new Mayor of Richardson, securing 55 percent of the vote and defeating incumbent Bob Dubey, who received 42 percent, according to unofficial results released Sunday evening. The victory marks a significant political comeback for Omar, who previously ran for the mayoral position in 2012 but was defeated. His election in 2025 signals a new chapter for Richardson’s city leadership, with voters opting for change amid evolvi

Election Day in Ohio is just days away, and voters across the state are being called to cast their ballots in a variety of local races and on one key statewide issue. As usual, many seasoned voters like Mary and David Porretta are already fulfilling their civic duty. The couple, longtime Ohio residents, made time on Thursday morning to vote early. They believe that no election, large or small, should be overlooked. “We’ve always voted,” Mary said. “I don’t think we&