A fresh batch of images released from the estate of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein has once again drawn public attention to the wide network of influential figures who interacted with him over the years. The newly disclosed photographs feature several well-known personalities, including Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, filmmaker Woody Allen, Google co-founder Sergey Brin, philosopher Noam Chomsky, and former adviser to US President Donald Trump, Steve Bannon. Lawmakers overseeing the releas

Karnataka deputy chief minister and senior Congress MLA DK Shivakumar has stirred a new political flashpoint by challenging the BJP-led central government to remove Mahatma Gandhi’s image from Indian currency notes. His remarks came during a protest against the Centre’s decision to alter the rural employment scheme named after Gandhi, a move Congress leaders argue undermines the legacy of the Father of the Nation. Shivakumar accused the BJP of playing with constitutional values

The Telangana Panchayat elections revealed two major political trends shaping the state’s future. Congress, under the leadership of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, has solidified its position as the dominant force across the state. With over 52 percent of the seats, the party’s rural and semi-urban appeal has clearly expanded. These results reflect continued voter trust since the 2023 Assembly victory, confirming Congress as the strongest political presence in Telangana. On the ot

The Telangana electoral landscape is witnessing a significant development through the ongoing Panchayat elections, which are progressing smoothly across the state. The verdict being delivered by the rural electorate is proving to be a strong indicator of the prevailing political scenario in Telangana. Statistical trends emerging from the results clearly suggest a commanding lead for the ruling Congress party over its rivals, BRS and BJP. Congress has secured 4,538 seats

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that he expects to sign an executive order this week establishing a single nationwide standard for artificial intelligence, a move he argued is necessary to replace the growing web of state-level AI laws. The announcement marks a significant step in the administration’s effort to shape the national regulatory structure around rapidly advancing AI systems, and it comes amid intensifying debate over who should hold authority to set protections for co

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a special discussion on Vande Mataram in the Lok Sabha, launched a sharp attack on Congress and former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. He said that the Congress leadership, instead of defending the national song, supported a view that led to its fragmentation, calling it a "tukde tukde" moment in Indian history. Modi stated that Jawaharlal Nehru believed Vande Mataram could provoke Muslims, a stance reportedly influenced by Mohammed Ali Jinnah and the Mus

A fresh wave of political tension has emerged in Karnataka as Congress leaders await the high command’s final decision on a possible change of chief minister before the December 1 Parliament session. Amid growing speculation, Rahul Gandhi has finally responded to Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar after a week of continuous attempts from the Karnataka leader to speak with him. According to party sources, Rahul replied through a brief WhatsApp message saying, “Please wait, I will call you

The Defense Department announced Monday that it has launched a formal investigation into Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, a retired Navy captain, over his participation in a video urging members of the military and intelligence community to refuse illegal orders. The video, recorded by Kelly and several other Democratic lawmakers, called on uniformed personnel to uphold their oath to the Constitution amid growing political tensions surrounding former President Donald Trump’s statements about execut

President Donald Trump drew sharp criticism on Thursday after publishing a series of social media posts that appeared to endorse extreme punishment, including the death penalty, for six Democratic lawmakers who previously served in the military or intelligence community. His comments, shared on TruthSocial, immediately prompted condemnation from Virginia’s Democratic senators and renewed concerns about escalating political rhetoric in the United States. Trump’s posts were writte

Former president Joe Biden is scheduled to attend the memorial service for former vice president Dick Cheney on Thursday, joining a group of national leaders and longtime associates gathering in Washington to honor the influential political figure. The service, set to begin at 11 a.m. ET at Washington National Cathedral, will include tributes from several individuals who worked closely with Cheney throughout his decades of involvement in public life. Former president George W. Bush, under who

The United States is preparing a major escalation in its economic pressure campaign against Russia, with President Donald Trump announcing that he supports Senate legislation enabling Washington to impose tariffs of up to 500 percent on countries that continue significant trade with Moscow. The measure represents one of the most aggressive attempts yet to curtail Russian war funding and signals growing frustration in Washington over the prolonged conflict in Ukraine. Speaking before

The political landscape of Telangana witnessed a notable shift with Congress securing the Jubilee Hills constituency, a seat previously held by the BRS. This victory is being seen as a symbolic boost for the ruling party, especially as it came after a highly publicized and intense campaign. Chief minister Revanth Reddy addressed the media following the win, expressing that the people’s mandate reflects strong support for the Congress government. He stated that the victory reinforces the adm

Congress candidate Naveen Yadav has delivered a convincing victory in the Jubilee Hills bypoll, securing 98,988 votes after the final round of counting. He defeated BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha Gopinath, who stood at 74,259 votes, resulting in a solid 24,729-vote margin. This win strengthens the Congress position in one of Hyderabad’s most influential constituencies, known for its diverse urban voter base and political significance. The outcome indicates strong approval of the ruling party

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

The 2025 Bihar election delivered a decisive mandate for the BJP-JDU alliance, with the ruling bloc racing ahead of the Mahagathbandhan by over 160 seats. At the core of this unprecedented sweep lies a powerful consolidation of Extremely Backward Classes, Other Backward Classes, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes. Exit polls had indicated growing support for the NDA among these communities, and the final results affirmed that trend with remarkable clarity. Notably, the Kurmi and Koeri com

The nation’s longest government shutdown ended Wednesday night after the House approved a short-term spending bill that restores federal operations and provides temporary funding for key agencies. The shutdown, which lasted 43 days, concluded with the passage of a measure funding military construction, veterans’ affairs, the Department of Agriculture and the legislative branch through September 30, 2026, while extending funding for the rest of the government through January 3. The Senate

In the run-up to the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Congress has begun seeking a greater share of seats from its ally, the DMK, while simultaneously warming up to actor Vijay’s Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK). According to sources, senior Congress leaders in Tamil Nadu have been trying to convince the party high command in Delhi to explore an understanding with Vijay, leveraging his growing popularity not only in Tamil Nadu but also in Kerala and Puducherry. The DMK, which

The longest government shutdown in United States history has finally come to an end, but the deep wounds it has inflicted across the economy and federal systems will not heal anytime soon. Though President Donald Trump signed a funding bill to reopen the government after a record 43 days, the aftershocks continue to ripple through essential sectors. With another possible shutdown looming on January 30, the reprieve may be only temporary, leaving the nation bracing for renewed political and econo

The U.S. House of Representatives is preparing to vote Wednesday evening on a bill that would officially bring an end to the longest government shutdown in American history. According to House Majority Leader Steve Scalise of Louisiana, the process to move the legislation forward will begin late in the afternoon, with the final vote expected to take place around 7 p.m. Eastern Time. Speaking to reporters, Scalise emphasized the urgency of the decision, noting that lawmakers must act

In the run-up to the Bihar Assembly election results, 11 exit polls have given the NDA a clear majority, while Axis My India stands apart by predicting a much closer contest. According to its survey, the NDA may win between 121 and 140 seats, the Mahagathbandhan 98 to 118, and Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party between zero and two. With the majority mark set at 122, this projection puts the NDA on the edge of a tight race. Which aggregates multiple surveys, suggests the NDA will