Texans across the state went to the polls on November 4, 2025, for the general and special elections that determined key constitutional amendments and filled several important local and state positions. The ballot included seventeen proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution, a special election for Texas’s 18th Congressional District, and numerous local races throughout major cities and rural counties. The election was one of the most closely followed statewide events of the year, shaping l

Multiple polling places across New Jersey were forced to close or relocate on Election Day following a series of bomb threats sent via email to several counties. The threats, which prompted immediate law enforcement response, temporarily disrupted voting but did not prevent residents from casting their ballots. Officials confirmed that all affected locations have been secured and that voting has resumed safely in most areas. Authorities said the emailed threats were received by electi

California voters are preparing to decide the future of the state’s congressional map through Proposition 50, the only statewide measure on this November’s ballot. The initiative seeks to redraw California’s 52 congressional districts in an effort to rebalance national political representation. Supporters say the measure would help ensure equitable congressional power by giving Democrats five additional seats in the U.S. House, countering partisan redistricting in states like Texas that ha

Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been officially declared the winner of the country’s presidential election, securing another term in office after a landslide victory that has sparked widespread unrest and international concern. The electoral commission announced on Saturday that the incumbent leader, representing the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party, won 98% of the votes cast during Wednesday’s election, solidifying the party’s decades-long hold on Tanzanian politic

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.

A legal challenge to an Ohio law that requires political party affiliations to be listed on ballots for certain judicial candidates is moving forward after a federal judge allowed the case to proceed. The law, signed by Governor Mike DeWine in 2021, has already influenced the state’s judicial landscape and remains the subject of heated debate over fairness and judicial impartiality. The rule mandates that candidates running for the Ohio Supreme Court and the state’s appe

Ganesh Chaturthi, the beloved festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh, is set to begin on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, with celebrations lasting for ten days, culminating in Ganesh Visarjan on September 6, 2025. It is a time when millions of devotees across India come together to honor Lord Ganesh, known as the remover of obstacles, the god of wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings. This article provides a comprehensive guide to Ganesh Chaturthi 2025, including the f

Actor Vijay, leader of the newly formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has made it clear that his party will contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections without forming alliances with the ruling DMK or the BJP. Addressing a packed rally in Madurai, Vijay emphasized that TVK would not be playing second fiddle to any established Dravidian party, including the AIADMK and DMK. His stance signifies a bold political move as he prepares to introduce his party to

In a dramatic turn of events, 582 passengers were rescued after being stranded inside the Mumbai Monorail for nearly four hours due to a technical snag during torrential rain. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening around 6:15 pm, when the monorail, fully packed with passengers, halted abruptly between Bhakti Park and Chembur stations due to a power supply issue. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority

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

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

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

In a new controversy, US President Donald Trump has stirred social and political debate by posting an AI-generated video on his Truth Social platform, portraying Barack Obama being handcuffed and jailed. The video, designed using deepfake technology, opens with Obama stating, “No one is above the law,” followed by clips of Democratic leaders including Joe Biden repeating similar lines. It then dramatically shifts to show FBI agents arresting Obama

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 shocking incident of assault by Maharashtra Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad has come to light after he physically attacked a canteen staff member over the quality of dal served at the Akashvani MLA canteen in Mumbai. The incident, which occurred during peak hours, has sparked widespread condemnation, raising questions about the behavior of elected representatives in public spaces. The altercation began when Gaikwad, a

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 (

In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful tool in shaping public perception and influencing political outcomes. Political parties across India are increasingly investing in social media to build their presence, particularly on X , where political narratives are often shaped and shared. In the Andhra Pradesh political landscape, Janasena Party, led by Pawan Kalyan, has emerged as the leader in t

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