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

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

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

The Telugu Desam Party’s prestigious annual plenary event, Mahanadu, is back in the headlines, and this year’s edition comes with strong political symbolism. For 2025, the TDP has announced that the grand event will be held in the CK Dinne area of YSR Kadapa district long considered a fortress of the YSR Congress Party. This decision is not just logistical but deeply political, representing what could be a clear power statement by the Telugu Desam Party. Mahan

Former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to deliver her first major speech since the 2024 election loss at a San Francisco hotel on Wednesday evening. The event, marking the 20th anniversary of the Emerge program, will take place at the historic Palace Hotel. Harris, who has been somewhat out of the public eye following her loss to President Donald Trump last November, is expected to address the challenges and opportunities facing women in politics. Her speech comes just as Trump hits his firs

Michigan Democratic Representative Shri Thanedar has officially filed articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, marking one of the most serious legislative efforts by a sitting member of Congress to challenge the president’s authority in recent months. The announcement was made Monday, with Thanedar asserting that Trump's disregard for the Constitution, Congress, and the courts amounts to a dangerous erosion of democratic norms. In total, seven articles of impeachment hav

In a high-profile development, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched a series of raids on Tuesday, including one at the Jaipur residence of senior Congress leader and former Rajasthan minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas. The action is part of the central agency's ongoing investigation into the multi-crore Pearl Agro Corporation Limited (PACL) scam, which is one of India’s largest known ponzi schemes, reportedly involving a staggering Rs 48,000 crore. According to ED officials, t

The stage is set for the much-anticipated Janasena Formation Day event titled Janasena Jayakethanam, which is scheduled to take place today in Pitapuram. The mega political event is set to begin at 4 PM, and Pawan Kalyan’s decision to participate extensively in the event has drawn significant public attention. Typically, during such large-scale political gatherings, prominent leaders arrive late, deliver their speeches, and make a brief appearance. However, this time, Pawan Kalyan is br

In a significant political development, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a decisive victory in the Haryana mayoral elections, winning 9 out of 10 mayoral positions in key regions such as Gurugram and Rohtak. The only exception was Manesar, where Dr Inderjit Yadav, an independent candidate and former BJP rebel, claimed victory. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini hailed the party's massive win, calling it a validation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a &lsquo

The Indian National Congress is facing mounting internal tension and political challenges as it prepares for the Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for later this year. Following poor performances in the Delhi, Maharashtra, and Haryana elections, Congress finds itself in a crucial battle for both political survival and revival in Bihar. For years, the Congress party has largely depended on its alliance partner, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), while playing a secondary role in Bihar politics.

The Telangana Congress has announced three candidates for the upcoming biennial elections to the MLC (Member of Legislative Council) under the MLAs quota. In a strategic move, the party has ensured representation from diverse backgrounds by allocating one seat to a Scheduled Caste (SC) candidate, one to a Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidate, and one to a female candidate. In addition, a seat was previously offered to the Communist Party of India (CPI) as part of the Congress-CPI alliance. Among th

The Karnataka government’s 2025 budget, presented by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has ignited a major political controversy, with the BJP accusing Congress of appeasement politics over the allocation of funds for minority welfare programs. The budget earmarks significant funds for Muslim welfare, including: ₹1,000 crore for minority development ₹150 crore for Waqf property protection ₹100 crore for Urdu schools A ₹6,00

Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly Speaker Ayyanna Patrudu has ruled against granting YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) chief Jagan Mohan Reddy the status of Leader of the Opposition. The decision follows YSRCP’s significant electoral defeat, which reduced its representation in the 175-member Assembly to just 11 MLAs. According to legislative norms, a party must hold at least 10 percent of the total seats, equivalent to 18 MLAs, to be eligible for the Opposition Leader position. As YSRCP fail

US President Donald Trump delivered a triumphant address to Congress, emphasizing his administration’s policy shifts in global trade, domestic regulations, and federal restructuring. Within just six weeks of taking office, Trump boasted of achievements that have significantly altered America’s foreign relations, triggered trade disputes, and reduced the size of the federal workforce. His speech was met with a standing ovation from Republican supporters, while Democrats protested s

Punjab's political landscape is witnessing growing uncertainty as Leader of Opposition and senior Congress leader Pratap Singh Bajwa has claimed that over 32 MLAs from the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) are in touch with him. Bajwa further suggested that even more could be communicating with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), indicating that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s government may be on the verge of collapse.However, Bajwa clarifie

Congress leader and Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor has stirred controversy within his party after praising the economic policies of the CPM-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) government in Kerala. His remarks, which acknowledged the state’s progress under the Left government, have been met with sharp criticism from Congress leaders, deepening existing tensions within the party.Tharoor’s comments came during a podcast interview, where he also highlighted the absence of a strong

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has accused the Congress of acting as the BJP’s "B team" in the recent Delhi Assembly elections, blaming the party for facilitating the BJP’s return to power in the capital after 27 years. In a series of tweets on Friday, she lashed out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who had earlier criticized her for staying away from the opposition-led INDIA bloc.Mayawati claimed that the Congress’s decision t

Andhra Pradesh: Undavalli Arun Kumar, a well-known political analyst and former Andhra Pradesh politician, remains an influential figure despite stepping away from active politics. His observations and comments on the political scenario in Andhra Pradesh frequently attract media attention and public discussions. His recent remarks about Pawan Kalyan have created significant speculation about his political leanings and future intentions. While he was once viewed as a neutral observer, his grow

The political climate in Andhra Pradesh has reached new heights of tension, with the YSR Congress (YSRCP) administration now facing backlash for a series of arrests, mirroring the intense period during the previous tenure of the TDP government. Under the leadership of N. Chandrababu Naidu, the TDP faced a wave of arrests, with leaders being detained regularly, sometimes on questionable grounds. This trend peaked just before the elections when Naidu himself was arrested in a high-profile case,

The social media platform X has agreed to pay 10 million dollars to former President Donald Trump as part of a settlement that brings an end to a legal dispute stemming from the suspension of his account. This resolution marks the conclusion of a contentious legal battle that had its roots in the events following the U.S. Capitol incident. In January 2021, two days after the events at the Capitol, X – formerly known as Twitter – made the decision to su