BJP branding gets a twist in West Bengal: The poll math behind 'Jai Maa Kali' pitch
By invoking the goddesses, the BJP appears to be aiming not only to connect with women voters emotionally, but it is projecting itself as a supporter of women’s aspirations for justice.
Kerala becomes Keralam: Origin of name and why Centre backed long-standing demand ahead of assembly election
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who moved the resolution in 2024, had urged the Union government to change the name of Kerala to 'Keralam' in all languages listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution.
41 vs 27: Congress-DMK seat talks heat up ahead of Tamil Nadu election, says report
Various reports suggests that the DMK brass feels that the Congress lacks sufficiently strong candidates for what is likely to be a tightly fought Assembly election.
Mamata Banerjee, not Rahul, for PM: What's behind leadership buzz before West Bengal polls
The momentum behind the discussion appears driven less by calculations for 2029 and more by the approaching political contest in West Bengal.
OPINION | Will Kerala’s 2026 assembly election be Pinarayi Vijayan’s last stand?
Local body polls show that UDF is in pole position. LDF hasn’t given up hope because many margins were narrow, but the weight of anti-incumbency may be hard to overcome
SIR trims 1.70 cr voters across nine states, three UTs: This state saw the highest drop
The SIR is currently underway in 12 states and UTs, covering nearly 60 crore electors. The remaining 40 crore voters will be covered in 17 states and five UTs.
DMK outwits Congress by welcoming DMDK into the fold
The DMK is effectively adding another layer of support for the alliance that reduces the dependence on the Congress.
Mamata's warning, BJP's counter: Inside West Bengal's fish economy and the politics around it
If you elect them (BJP), they won’t even let you sell fish or meat in the markets. I respect vegetarians, but that doesn’t mean meat sales can be prohibited in Bengal, says the Bengal CM.
DMK–Congress pact faces test as power-sharing debate Intensifies ahead of Tamil Nadu election
When the DMK district secretary asks disparagingly whether the Congress has enough workers to handle the booths, it becomes a problem, says Congress MP.
‘Torch light’ for MNM': EC assigns symbol to Kamal Haasan's party ahead of Puducherry Assembly election
"A team of officials from the Election Commission has reached Chennai and Puducherry to review the poll preparedness, says election official.
Women at centre of Tamil Nadu poll battle: Will Stalin’s schemes outshine Vijay's appeal and BJP-AIADMK unity?
Consolidated by Jayalalithaa since the 1990s, women voters are said to have a strong influence in the state’s rural and semi-urban constituencies and were key to the AIADMK victories in the state.
Himanta Biswa Sarma vs Gaurav Gogoi: SIT flags alleged Pakistan links, Congress hits back
The home ministry may assign the probe to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) or the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Himanta Biswa Sarma said.
DA hike: West Bengal announces 4% dearness allowance increase for govt employees in interim budget
Alongside the DA hike, the government also announced a Rs 500 monthly increase for beneficiaries under the popular ‘Laxmi Bhandar’ scheme. The enhanced amount will come into effect from February.
RJ Mahvash drops cryptic ‘fixing my life’ messages after unfollowing Yuzvendra Chahal fans wonder what’s next
Influencer and RJ Mahvash has set social media abuzz with a series of cryptic Instagram Stories days after she and Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal unfollowed each other on Instagram. Her latest posts hint at self-reflection and peace, but have also reignited fan speculation about their rumored connection and the true state of their relationship.
Beyond the arithmetic: The political significance of Dhinakaran’s NDA comeback
Dhinakaran’s party commands pockets of influence in southern Tamil Nadu, particularly among the Thevar/Mukkulathor communities.
Boost for NDA as Dhinakaran's AMMK joins AIADMK-led alliance ahead of Tamil Nadu polls
AMMK joining the NDA is a boost to the alliance, which will kick-off its campaign at the public meeting on Friday where PM Modi will share the stage with all constituents of the combine.
Data misuse in digital lending: Lessons from Delhi High Court PIL
The Delhi High Court PIL highlights digital lending apps' privacy violations, emphasizing flawed identity verification and consent. Experts urge stricter RBI Digital Lending Directions enforcement, prioritizing consumer protection and transparency.
The Babri Masjid Gambit: Can a new party split Bengal's Muslim vote and hand victory to the BJP?
As West Bengal's 2026 assembly elections approach, expelled TMC leader Humayun Kabir's plans to form a new party could fracture Mamata Banerjee's minority vote base—potentially opening the door for BJP gains
OPINION | West Bengal Polls 2026: SIR politics and voter purges raise new risks for Mamata Banerjee
The SIR-driven voter purge has intensified political tensions in Bengal, giving the BJP a new narrative while allowing Mamata Banerjee to rally supporters. Yet the exercise risks alienating key communities and may not significantly erode TMC’s core base
OPINION | Bihar’s pre-election political economy will eventually victimise women
Women proved they can decide who forms the government. The question now is whether anyone can stop governments from mortgaging their future to buy their consent, one bank alert at a time
Bihar polls debacle: Congress to prioritise 'vote chori' after review amid dissent over ticket distribution
Party leadership say that the debacle was not rooted in planning failures but in what they described as “vote chori", insisting that electoral malpractice by those in power had cost the party heavily.
Nitish Kumar hands over home ministry to BJP’s Samrat Choudhary | Full portfolio list
Traditionally, the home department had been held by Nitish Kumar in previous NDA governments
'Wonderful team, dedicated leaders': PM Modi congratulates Nitish Kumar on taking oath as Bihar CM
The swearing-in ceremony was administered by Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan. A total of 25 leaders, apart from Nitish Kumar, took oath as part of the new NDA-led Bihar Cabinet.
How much will Nitish Kumar earn as Bihar CM?
Kumar will earn a salary of Rs 2.5 lakh, which includes housing, office, security, and other legislator-related facilities, according to reports.
NDA's big message for crisis-hit INDIA bloc at Nitish Kumar's swearing-in ceremony
Even when BJP’s Rekha Gupta was sworn in February as Chief Minister of Delhi, the grant event was attended by key BJP leaders, including PM Modi, Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Union Minister JP Nadda.
