Kalvakuntla Kavitha, a prominent figure in Telangana politics, has been working to solidify her political identity, recently launching the Telangana Rakshana Sena. However, her recent response to a sensitive issue involving Bandi Bhageerath, who has been named in a POCSO case and is reportedly absconding, has sparked controversy. When asked to comment on the matter, Kavitha's reaction was unexpected. She smiled and laughed at the question, suggesting that more focus should be placed

The Tamil Nadu government, led by CM Vijay, has implemented a ban on liquor sales for individuals under 21, with strict action announced against violators. In a move aimed at reducing alcohol consumption among youth, the Tamil Nadu government has announced a strict ban on liquor sales for individuals under the age of 21. This comes as part of a wider initiative to crack down on alcohol accessibility, particularly near educational institutions and religious sites.

Belleville Mayor Election Results Frank Velez defeated incumbent Michael Melham in the Belleville mayor election, ending Melham’s bid for a third term after a race shaped by local trust, school safety and the town’s response to a major warehouse fire. Unofficial results from the Essex County Clerk’s Office for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, showed Velez with 3,255 votes, or 59.47%, while Melham received 2,218 votes, or 40.53%, with all districts reporting.

Vijay successfully passed the confidence motion in the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Wednesday with 144 MLAs backing his government. The required majority mark was 118, and despite some opposition from the DMK and PMK, Vijay comfortably crossed this threshold. The trust vote unfolded with empty benches in the opposition as the DMK and DMDK legislators staged a walkout, while several PMK and BJP MLAs abstained from voting. Among the supporting MLAs, the AIADMK faction led by rebel leaders S

The controversy surrounding Sanatan Dharma was reignited in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, with DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin advocating once again for the ‘eradication of Sanatan’ on the floor of the house. His remarks, made on the first day of the assembly session post the 2026 state elections, mirrored his earlier controversial comments, where he likened Sanatan Dharma to diseases like dengue and malaria. These statements sparked widespread outrage, particularly from the BJP, which has conti

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

Texas Governor Greg Abbott is courting Wall Street firms as criticism grows over New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s rhetoric toward wealthy business leaders and billionaire CEOs. The political clash has sharpened concerns about New York City’s business climate, especially among financial firms weighing taxes, regulation and long-term expansion plans. Texas Sells Low-Tax Business Climate Abbott’s office said Texas remains open to compani

Vijay Heads to Chennai Stadium for Tamil Nadu CM Swearing-In Ceremony Vijay left his Chennai residence on Sunday morning to attend his swearing-in ceremony as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The oath-taking event is being held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai amid massive celebrations by supporters and party workers.

Chennai’s Nehru Stadium Set for Vijay’s Historic Political Chapter is set to begin a new chapter in Tamil Nadu politics, with Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium expected to host his oath-taking ceremony as Chief Minister. The venue has long shared a strong connection with Vijay’s career and fan base, making it a symbolic location for this major political milestone. Over the years, Nehru Stadium has hosted several memorable events linked to

Vijay Meets Governor Ahead of Tamil Nadu CM Swearing-In Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Saturday, May 9, 2026, ahead of his swearing-in ceremony as the next Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The meeting took place at Lok Bhavan in Chennai after TVK secured majority support in the 2026 Assembly election. Officials said the meeting was part of the formal constitutional process before government

Actor-politician Vijay moved closer to becoming the next Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after VCK and IUML officially extended support to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, helping the party cross the majority mark in the Assembly. Tamil Nadu’s dramatic post-election political uncertainty finally moved towards a conclusion on Saturday, May 9, 2026, after the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) extended unconditional support to Vijay

AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami’s carefully worded congratulatory message has triggered intense speculation over whether Vijay’s TVK has already secured enough support to form the next Tamil Nadu government. Tamil Nadu’s post-election political drama took another dramatic turn on May 9, 2026, after AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami posted a cryptic message on social media congratulating the “party forming the government” in the state. Tho

Political observers are drawing parallels between the Chandrababu Naidu–KCR fallout in undivided Andhra Pradesh and the rise of Suvendu Adhikari against Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal politics. Politics often turns on unexpected moments that later reshape entire political landscapes. A small disagreement or a denied opportunity can sometimes create leaders who go on to challenge the very systems they once supported. Many political analysts are now comparing the re

TTV Dhinakaran Files Police Complaint Against Vijay’s TVK Over ‘Forged’ MLA Support Letter Tamil Nadu’s political battle over government formation intensified on Friday, May 8, 2026, after Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMK) chief TTV Dhinakaran filed a police complaint against Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), accusing the party of using a forged support letter from AMMK’s lone MLA S Kamaraj. The controversy erupted in Chennai amid the ongoing st

West Bengal is witnessing one of its most historic political transitions, as Suvendu Adhikari, the leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), is set to take the oath as the state’s Chief Minister after the BJP's monumental win in the 2026 Assembly elections. The BJP's sweeping victory, securing 207 seats compared to the Trinamool Congress (TMC) party's 80, marks a dramatic shift in the state’s political landscape, ending the Trinamool Congress’s 15-year reign. This change is seen as on

Vijay’s Tamil Nadu CM Bid Faces Major Political Twists Amid Majority Battle Tamil Nadu witnessed dramatic political developments on Friday, May 8, 2026, as actor-politician Vijay moved closer to becoming Chief Minister but still remained short of a confirmed majority. Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) gained support from Congress, CPI, and CPI(M), taking its strength to 116 MLAs in the 234-member Assembly. However, reports said Vijay submitted signatures of