The high-stakes Delhi Assembly elections have commenced, with over 1.56 crore electors casting their votes across 70 constituencies in a single phase. A total of 13,766 polling stations have been set up across 2,696 polling locations. Employees in both government and private sectors in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana have been granted a paid holiday due to the elections.As voter turnout is expected to be a decisive factor in this election, all eyes are on Delhi’s electorate. In the 20

Wealthiest Candidates in Delhi Elections 2025: Ahead of Delhi's elections tomorrow, an Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) report has highlighted the wealthiest candidates in the race. Leading the list is Karnail Singh from BJP, contesting from Shakur Basti, who has declared a staggering asset value of Rs 259.67 crore, making him the richest among the 699 candidates in this year's Delhi elections. Close behind him is BJP's Manjinder Singh Sirsa, contes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his reply to the Motion of Thanks on the President’s Address, discussed various aspects of his government's work, highlighting key achievements and vision for the future. He emphasized the government's focus on development, poverty alleviation, youth empowerment, and a vision for a prosperous, "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India) by 2047.   Key Highlights from PM Modi's Address:  

In a sharp speech in Parliament today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took direct aim at his political rivals ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections. Referring to Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), he criticized the Delhi CM for allegedly spending taxpayer money on luxurious amenities for his official residence, famously dubbed 'sheeshmahal.' Modi highlighted that while Kejriwal focused on "jacuzzis and stylish showers," his government had prioritized providing tap wa

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's push for a nationwide caste census has sparked mixed reactions, particularly in Telangana and Karnataka, where caste surveys have triggered demands for greater political and social reforms.In Telangana, the results of the state's caste survey revealed that Backward Classes (BCs) make up 46.25% of the population, making them the largest social group. The survey's findings have led to calls for increased reservations for BCs, particularly in the upcomi

With less than 24 hours before the Delhi Assembly elections, a police case has been registered against Chief Minister Atishi. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader, who is contesting from the Kalkaji constituency, has been named in a disobedience case at the Govindpuri police station. The case, filed under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, stems from allegations that Atishi and her supporters refused to vacate Fateh Singh Marg despite being instructed to do so by the police, citing poll

Raghu Rama Krishnam Raju, the Deputy Speaker of the Andhra Pradesh Assembly, has issued a strong warning to former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, urging him to attend Assembly sessions and participate in public policy debates. RRR stressed that Jagan, as an elected representative of Pulivendula, must fulfill his responsibilities as an MLA and actively engage in legislative proceedings. The Deputy Speaker emphasized that Jagan's presence in the Assembly is necessary for him to effective

Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi and leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has made a bold prediction for the Delhi Assembly Election scheduled for February 5. Kejriwal forecasted that his party could win up to 55 seats out of the 70, with a possibility of securing more than 60 seats if women voters participate in full force and convince the men in their households to vote for AAP. During a roadshow in Kalkaji, Kejriwal made a direct appeal to women, emphasizing that the election w

On Wednesday, the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) led by Jagdambika Pal adopted the draft report and the amended Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. The committee's report, which includes significant revisions to the bill, will be tabled in Parliament on Monday as part of the ongoing Budget Session. The amendments to the bill are aimed at ensuring the benefits of Waqf properties reach marginalized groups, such as the poor, women, and orphans. This inclusion marks a major development in the b

Sonia Gandhi's Controversial Remark: Congress leader Sonia Gandhi sparked controversy when she referred to President Droupadi Murmu as a "poor thing" after Murmu's speech in Parliament. This remark, made outside the House, was criticized by BJP MPs, leading to calls for disciplinary action against Sonia Gandhi. BJP leaders accused Gandhi of displaying an elitist and anti-tribal mindset.   BJP's Response and Privilege Motion

In a sharp address to the Lok Sabha, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flagship ‘Make-in-India’ initiative, claiming it failed to address India’s growing unemployment crisis and the country’s manufacturing sector’s decline. Gandhi pointed out that despite the initiative’s good concept, its implementation had been ineffective. He highlighted that the share of manufacturing in India’s GDP had decreased from 15.3% i

An advocate representing the Federation of Farmers Association in Telangana, D Vijaypal Reddy, has issued a legal notice to former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao (KCR) for not attending the Telangana Assembly in his capacity as the Leader of Opposition (LoP). The notice, drafted by legal consultant Paduri Srinivasa Reddy, states that KCR has failed to fulfill his duties as LoP, a position critical for holding the ruling government accountable and safeguarding public interests. &nb

Ahead of the Delhi elections on February 5, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu launched a scathing attack on AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, accusing his "half-engine sarkar" of ruining Delhi. Naidu criticized Kejriwal's handling of the pollution crisis, particularly the Yamuna River, which remains heavily polluted. He stated that a "double-engine government," led by the BJP, would be the only solution to address the city’s governance issues, including po

In a shocking revelation, an illegal land grab attempt targeting property originally meant for Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader Chandrababu Naidu has come to light in Bapatla. This land, registered 25 years ago by a loyal TDP supporter, was designated for the construction of a party office in the Bapatla constituency. Over time, the value of the land surged, now estimated at ₹1.5 crore. However, when the landowner recently approached a bank for a loan using the property as collateral, he was