In a significant political milestone, Himanta Biswa Sarma has been sworn in as Assam’s Chief Minister for a second consecutive term, making history as the first non-Congress leader in the state to achieve this feat. Sarma's swearing-in ceremony took place on May 12, 2026, after the BJP-led NDA secured a record victory in the Assam Assembly elections, further solidifying the party's dominance in the state. The oath of office and secrecy was administered by Governor Lakshman Prasad
In a significant political milestone, Himanta Biswa Sarma has been sworn in as Assam’s Chief Minister for a second consecutive term, making history as the first non-Congress leader in the state to achieve this feat. Sarma's swearing-in ceremony took place on May 12, 2026, after the BJP-led NDA secured a record victory in the Assam Assembly elections, further solidifying the party's dominance in the state. The oath of office and secrecy was administered by Governor Lakshman Prasad
The opposition parties in Maharashtra have come out strongly in support of Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee, who has decided not to resign as the Chief Minister of West Bengal following her party's defeat in the assembly elections. Banerjee’s decision to stay in office has sparked significant political debate, with opposition leaders alleging that democratic processes were undermined during the polls and that central agencies were misused to influence the outcome.
The opposition parties in Maharashtra have come out strongly in support of Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee, who has decided not to resign as the Chief Minister of West Bengal following her party's defeat in the assembly elections. Banerjee’s decision to stay in office has sparked significant political debate, with opposition leaders alleging that democratic processes were undermined during the polls and that central agencies were misused to influence the outcome.
Exit poll predicts NDA sweeping Assam with 88 to 100 seats in Assembly elections. BJP-led alliance likely to secure third consecutive term with strong vote share lead. The Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance is poised for a decisive victory in the Assam Assemb
Exit poll predicts NDA sweeping Assam with 88 to 100 seats in Assembly elections. BJP-led alliance likely to secure third consecutive term with strong vote share lead. The Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance is poised for a decisive victory in the Assam Assemb
Rahul Gandhi Accuses Mamata of Helping the Rich in Bengal, Modi Doing the Same Nationwide On April 25, 2026, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on both West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Rahul Gandhi stated that Mamata was favoring the rich over the poor in Bengal, and similarly, Modi was pursuing the same policies across the country. His comments come amidst the ongoing political discourse in West Benga
Rahul Gandhi Accuses Mamata of Helping the Rich in Bengal, Modi Doing the Same Nationwide On April 25, 2026, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on both West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Rahul Gandhi stated that Mamata was favoring the rich over the poor in Bengal, and similarly, Modi was pursuing the same policies across the country. His comments come amidst the ongoing political discourse in West Benga
Chennai: The intense campaign for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026 will come to an end today, marking the start of the mandatory silent period ahead of voting scheduled on April 23. Over the past few weeks, the state has witnessed a high-energy political battle, with top national and regional leaders holding rallies, roadshows, and public meetings across all 234 constituencies. Prominent leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Congress le
Chennai: The intense campaign for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026 will come to an end today, marking the start of the mandatory silent period ahead of voting scheduled on April 23. Over the past few weeks, the state has witnessed a high-energy political battle, with top national and regional leaders holding rallies, roadshows, and public meetings across all 234 constituencies. Prominent leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Congress le
In a major political development, a united Opposition on Friday, April 17, 2026, defeated the government’s Women’s Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha, marking the first legislative setback for the NDA government in over a decade. Despite last-minute appeals from Prime Minister
In a major political development, a united Opposition on Friday, April 17, 2026, defeated the government’s Women’s Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha, marking the first legislative setback for the NDA government in over a decade. Despite last-minute appeals from Prime Minister
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha during the ongoing special Parliament session, offering a strong assurance that the proposed delimitation process will be conducted without bias toward any region. His statement comes at a time when the issue has triggered a major political confrontation between the ruling NDA and Opposition parties, especially leaders from southern states who fea
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha during the ongoing special Parliament session, offering a strong assurance that the proposed delimitation process will be conducted without bias toward any region. His statement comes at a time when the issue has triggered a major political confrontation between the ruling NDA and Opposition parties, especially leaders from southern states who fea
The Special Parliament Session, set to run from April 16 to 18, has kicked off with significant debates surrounding the government’s proposed amendments. One of the most anticipated legislative pieces is the operationalization of the Women’s Reservation Act, which aims to ensure 33% representation for women in both the Lok Sabha and state assemblies by 2029. Alongside this, a Constitution amendment bill will be presented on the first day of the session, marking the beginning of what promi
The Special Parliament Session, set to run from April 16 to 18, has kicked off with significant debates surrounding the government’s proposed amendments. One of the most anticipated legislative pieces is the operationalization of the Women’s Reservation Act, which aims to ensure 33% representation for women in both the Lok Sabha and state assemblies by 2029. Alongside this, a Constitution amendment bill will be presented on the first day of the session, marking the beginning of what promi
India's Parliament is set to witness a fierce debate over three proposed bills that could significantly alter the country's electoral system, especially the reservation for women. While the government argues these bills are crucial for ensuring a 33% reservation for women, the opposition and legal experts have raised serious concerns about the political and constitutional implications. The first bill, the Constitutional Amendment Bill, proposes an increase in Lok Sabha seats to 850,
India's Parliament is set to witness a fierce debate over three proposed bills that could significantly alter the country's electoral system, especially the reservation for women. While the government argues these bills are crucial for ensuring a 33% reservation for women, the opposition and legal experts have raised serious concerns about the political and constitutional implications. The first bill, the Constitutional Amendment Bill, proposes an increase in Lok Sabha seats to 850,
Today marks a major political shift in Bihar as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar prepares to step down, ending his historic tenure as the state’s longest-serving leader. This move opens the door for the BJP to take control of the state for the first time with its own Chief Minister, signaling a significant change in the political landscape. Schedule of Nitish Kumar’s Final Day as CM 10:30 am: Nitish Kumar will pay tribute at the statue of Dr
Today marks a major political shift in Bihar as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar prepares to step down, ending his historic tenure as the state’s longest-serving leader. This move opens the door for the BJP to take control of the state for the first time with its own Chief Minister, signaling a significant change in the political landscape. Schedule of Nitish Kumar’s Final Day as CM 10:30 am: Nitish Kumar will pay tribute at the statue of Dr
Polling is currently underway in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry as part of the highly significant Assembly elections that are set to shape the political future of these states and have ramifications for national politics. These elections are closely watched by political analysts and citizens alike, as they test the strength of various alliances and political strategies leading up to the 2026 national elections. The elections began at 7 am and will run until 6 pm, with elaborate security arrang
Polling is currently underway in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry as part of the highly significant Assembly elections that are set to shape the political future of these states and have ramifications for national politics. These elections are closely watched by political analysts and citizens alike, as they test the strength of various alliances and political strategies leading up to the 2026 national elections. The elections began at 7 am and will run until 6 pm, with elaborate security arrang
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured all five Rajya Sabha seats in
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured all five Rajya Sabha seats in
Vijay, the celebrated Tamil actor, is making his bold debut into the political
Vijay, the celebrated Tamil actor, is making his bold debut into the political
The Rajya Sabha Elections 2026 are underway today, March 16, 2026, with key battlegrounds in Bihar, Haryana
The Rajya Sabha Elections 2026 are underway today, March 16, 2026, with key battlegrounds in Bihar, Haryana
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla resumed his duties on Thursday after the
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla resumed his duties on Thursday after the
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently assured the nation that the government is providing all possible support to Indians stranded in Gulf countries amid the ongoing Gulf war. Speaking in poll-bound Kerala, the Prime Minister criticized Congress for "politicising" the crisis and making "provocative and irresponsible statements," which he claimed could worsen the situation for Indians abroad. PM Modi emphasized that India's missions and embassies in the Gulf region are offering round
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently assured the nation that the government is providing all possible support to Indians stranded in Gulf countries amid the ongoing Gulf war. Speaking in poll-bound Kerala, the Prime Minister criticized Congress for "politicising" the crisis and making "provocative and irresponsible statements," which he claimed could worsen the situation for Indians abroad. PM Modi emphasized that India's missions and embassies in the Gulf region are offering round