Bitcoin and related cryptocurrency stocks took a sharp downturn after the U.S. House of Representatives failed to advance a series of bills aimed at providing regulatory clarity and support for the crypto industry. A critical procedural vote on the House floor ended with 13 Republicans siding with Democrats to block the motion, which failed in a 196-223 vote. The result was a major setback for the crypto sector, which had been buoyed in recent weeks by rising investor confidence and record-se

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has firmly shut down speculation about a possible leadership change, asserting that he will serve a full five-year term and lead the Congress into the 2028 assembly elections. Speaking exclusively to Media, Siddaramaiah stated, “I will be Chief Minister for five years,” reiterating that there was no pressure from the Congress high command to step down in favor of Deputy CM DK Shivakumar.

The ongoing political drama surrounding the Chief Minister's post in Karnataka has now shifted from Bengaluru to Delhi. Both Siddaramaiah, the current Chief Minister, and DK Shivakumar, the Deputy Chief Minister, have arrived in the national capital. Their visit comes at a time when speculations about a potential leadership change in the state have been circulating, especially after recent claims by Karnataka MLAs about the need for a change in leadership.

Amid the growing speculation over a potential leadership change in Karnataka, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge addressed the issue, stating that the decision lies in the hands of the party’s high command. Responding to media questions, Kharge remarked, “It is in the hands of the party high command. No one can say what is going on in the high command,” suggesting that the leadership change, rumored to see D.K. Shivakumar as the next Chief

Former US President Donald Trump launched a scathing online tirade against Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani after Mamdani secured a major victory in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary. Mamdani, who currently serves in the New York State Assembly representing Astoria, Queens, won 43.5% of the vote with 90% of ballots counted. His success marks a significant milestone for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party, sparking both celebration among his supporters and criticism from

Indian-origin politician Zohran Mamdani has emerged as the frontrunner in the Democratic primary for New York City’s mayoral race, defeating former New York governor Andrew Cuomo in a closely watched contest that could shape the future of the city’s progressive politics. With 90 percent of the ballots counted, Mamdani, a 33-year-old state Assembly member and son of acclaimed filmmaker Mira Nair, secured 43 percent of the vote. Despite the vote still undergoing a ranked-choice coun

The counting of votes for the 2025 assembly bypolls in five key constituencies across four Indian states began on Monday, June 23. The bypolls were conducted on June 19 in Gujarat’s Visavadar and Kadi seats, Punjab’s Ludhiana West, Kerala’s Nilambur, and West Bengal’s Kaliganj. Early trends show the BJP leading in both Gujarat seats, while the AAP is ahead in Punjab’s Ludhiana West and the Congress leads in Kerala’s Nilambur

Andhra Pradesh Congress president YS Sharmila has stirred up a political firestorm with explosive allegations against her brother, former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, and former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR). In a press meet held earlier today, Sharmila accused the two former CMs of jointly running a covert phone tapping operation one that she claims targeted her, her husband, and other family members.

The political corridors of Telangana buzzed recently with speculations that KCR’s daughter, Kalvakuntla Kavitha, might be eyeing a shift from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) to the Indian National Congress. However, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has put those rumors to rest with a clear and unwavering stance. When questioned about the possibility of Kavitha joining the Congress, Revanth Reddy made a sharp state

A significant political shake-up appears imminent in Karnataka, with the Congress high command reportedly preparing for a major cabinet reshuffle. Senior party leader Rahul Gandhi is said to be dissatisfied with the current state leadership, particularly following the tragic stampede during the RCB felicitation event in Bengaluru, which left 11 people dead and many injured. Sources reveal that Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Home Minister G Parameshwar

In a surprising yet respectful political gesture, Telangana Cabinet Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy publicly praised Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for his transformative role in shaping modern-day Hyderabad. The rare moment of cross-party appreciation took place during a book launch event for BJP leader Bandaru Dattatreya, held in Hyderabad on June 8, 2025. Sharing the stage with Chandrababu Na

A fresh controversy is brewing within the Congress party as senior leader Pawan Khera took a subtle but pointed dig at fellow party MP Shashi Tharoor. This came after Tharoor, while addressing an event in Panama City, praised India’s recent cross-border operations, including the 2016 surgical strikes and the 2019 Balakot airstrikes, crediting them as unprecedented and forceful responses to terrorism. Pawan Khera posted a photo of a passage from Tharoor’s 2018 book Th

The political future of Kalvakuntla Kavitha, daughter of BRS leader K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), has been the subject of growing speculation in Telangana’s political circles. Over the past few weeks, chatter around her potential divergence from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) gained momentum following her public letter to KCR and the launch of Singareni Jagruthi, hinting at an independent political path. Fueling the debate, a leading Telugu-language publication reported on Wed

One of the hottest political rumours currently swirling through Telangana is the possibility of BRS leader and MLC K. Kavitha parting ways with her father KCR’s party to join the Congress. This speculation, if proven true, could mark a turning point in the state’s political equation, especially as Telangana braces for the next round of elections. Multiple media outlets have reported signs of growing tension between Kavitha and her father, Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) pre

In a bold political move, Andhra Pradesh Congress president YS Sharmila is set to hit the ground running with a statewide Yatra beginning June 9, well ahead of any such outreach initiative by YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) chief and former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. This development marks a significant shift in the state's political narrative as the Congress seeks to regain lost ground and tap into the growing anti-incumbency wave against the NDA-led state government. Unli

U.S. Congressman Mike Flood has announced the start of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge, an annual nationwide competition designed to encourage middle and high school students to develop their coding abilities and explore computer science careers. This program aims to ignite creativity, problem-solving, and technical skills among young learners while promoting STEM education. The challenge invites students across the country, including those in Nebraska’s First Congressi

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has alleged that Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi were direct beneficiaries of ₹142 crore in proceeds of crime linked to the ongoing National Herald case. The explosive claim was made during preliminary arguments before Special Judge Vishal Gogne at Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court on Wednesday, intensifying one of the most politically sensitive legal battles in recent times. The probe agency informed the court that the allegations es

The BJP has launched a sharp political attack on the Congress after senior party leader Union Minister P Chidambaram publicly raised doubts over the cohesion and future of the INDIA opposition bloc. His candid remarks, made during the launch of a book co-authored by Congress leader Salman Khurshid and Mrityunjay Singh Yadav, gave the ruling party fresh ammunition ahead of critical state elections and the looming 2029 general polls. At the event on Thursday, Chidambaram remarked

In a major development that has sparked intense national outrage, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has ordered the filing of a police case against state minister Vijay Shah for his controversial and sexist remarks directed at Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The court took suo motu cognizance of the issue and directed the Director General of Police to register a First Information Report (FIR) against the minister. This directive came shortly after a video clip of Mr Shah’s comments at a public cult

In a sharp and politically charged statement, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has lashed out at Madhya Pradesh BJP Minister Vijay Shah over his controversial comments allegedly targeting Indian Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The issue has taken center stage in political discourse, sparking outrage both online and offline. The minister’s remarks during a public address in Mhow refer