Politics

Devendra Fadnavis: The man who turned around BJP's fortunes in Maharashtra

Fadnavis, 54, was widely expected to return as the chief minister after the BJP-led Mahayuti stormed to power in Maharashtra following a stunning performance in the assembly elections.

SAD president Sukhbir Badal serves Akal Takht’s religious punishment at Golden Temple

Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir Badal arrived at Golden Temple in Amritsar with a plaque around his neck following the religious punishment pronounced for him by Sri Akal Takht Sahib yesterday. The punishment includes a directive to perform as a 'sewadar' and clean utensils and shoes at the Golden Temple.

Jamaat-e-Islami's controversial legacy and its role in Bangladesh’s political landscape

Jamaat-e-Islami, involved in war crimes during Bangladesh's 1971 Liberation War, continues to influence political discourse. Despite efforts to rebrand as ‘moderate’, its refusal to apologise and links to radical groups raise concerns, challenging Bangladesh’s democratic values and sovereignty

Places of Worship Act must be implemented in letter and spirit: Congress

The Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act prohibits change of character of religious places as they existed as on August 15, 1947

With China in play, India's economic leverage on Bangladesh faces challenge

Sanghnomics: In August, violence against Hindus in Bangladesh under Muhammad Yunus' government sparked concerns in India. Despite strong economic ties, India must carefully navigate sanctions, as China's influence grows in Bangladesh

Siddaramaiah’s political stock rises after Congress sweeps bye-elections in Karnataka

Weighed down earlier by corruption allegations, the sweep in the bypolls proved the CM is still the most popular political leader in the state. The outcome has thrown BJP and JDS into disarray. But what Karnataka needs now is a government that is sharply focused on governance

MVA: How Sharad Pawar engineered it and how it is heading towards its end

The hope for the MVA's survival depends on the shared suspicion over the election process and alleged tampering of EVMs, as well as the fact that the BJP remains their common enemy.

Ex-BJP ally RSP joins opposition chorus, blames EVMs for defeat in Maharashtra polls

Bandgar received just 1,312 votes. As per the seat-sharing arrangement for the assembly polls, the BJP had left the Gangakhed seat for the RSP, but the party rejected the alliance. It fielded 93 candidates and won one seat

India’s internal security is jeopardised by Sambhal-like incidents

The pattern leading to Sambhal warrants scrutiny, for it has the potential to irreparably degrade India’s societal ozone layer and related internal security fabric. Mohan Bhagwat’s sage counsel in June 2022 must be heeded by those entrusted with the governance of the country

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra makes debut in Parliament, takes oath as Wayanad MP in Lok Sabha

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra marked her electoral debut by taking the oath as a member of the Lok Sabha on November 28, 2024. This victory ensures that all three members of the Nehru-Gandhi family—Sonia, Rahul, and Priyanka—are now in Parliament. Priyanka won the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat in a bypoll with a margin of 410,931 votes, a seat previously held by her brother, Rahul Gandhi, who resigned to retain his Rae Bareli constituency. The bypoll occurred alongside the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections. Priyanka’s contest in Wayanad saw a triangular fight between her, BJP’s Navya Haridas, and CPI’s Sathyan Mokeri, with Priyanka representing the United Democratic Front (UDF). Despite a lower voter turnout compared to Rahul's April 2024 victory, Priyanka’s margin of victory exceeded Rahul’s previous lead, making her win significant. She now joins Rahul, the Leader of Opposition, in the Lok Sabha, while their mother, Sonia, serves in the Rajya Sabha.

Why TMC is pushing for Mamata Banerjee to head INDIA

Mamata’s stocks have suddenly risen after her Trinamool Congress trounced the Bharatiya Janata Party by record margins in all the six assembly seats in West Bengal where bye-elections were held – in sheer contrast to the Congress Party’s rout in Maharashtra preceded by its shocking defeat in Haryana. TMC’s contention is that Rahul is a serial loser and Mamata a serial winner

Those who 'strangled' Constitution now talking about saving it: Yogi Adityanath slams opposition

Adityanath argued that the original Constitution did not include the words 'secular' or 'socialist'. "These words were added when Parliament was dissolved, the powers of the judiciary were nullified, and democracy was attacked," he said in an apparent attack at the Congress.

CM Atishi accuses BJP-led Centre of manipulating electoral rolls ahead of 2025 Delhi Assembly polls

Atishi also claimed that a District Magistrate (DM) overseeing seven assembly constituencies had instructed officials to remove 20,000 voters from the rolls.

Knives out in Bengal BJP after bypoll rout; calls for leadership change intensify

Senior BJP leader Agnimitra Paul led the charge, demanding the appointment of a dynamic, combative state president who could provide a strong opposition to the ruling party led by Mamata Banerjee

NDA’s performance dismal in Jharkhand’s tribal belt, only one of 28 nominees wins

This was the second consecutive setback for the BJP after the Lok Sabha polls when it faced a crushing defeat in all five tribal seats out of the state’s total 14 parliamentary constituencies.

NSUI makes comeback at helm of DUSU after 7 years

NSUI's Rounak Khatri emerged victorious in the presidential race, defeating RSS-backed Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad's candidate Rishabh Chaudhary by over 1,300 votes.

Avoid ruckus in name of protests in Parliament: Om Birla to parties

The sources said that the speaker urged members to follow the highest traditions of debate and dialogue in the House

Close contests in Maharashtra polls saw 58 candidates losing despite securing 1 lakh plus votes

Prominent such politicians include former Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, and senior Congress leaders Balasaheb Thorat and Dhiraj Deshmukh among others, the ECI data shows.

Rejected Parties Do Not Allow Discussion In Parliament, Says PM Modi Ahead Of Winter Session

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at the start of the winter session of Parliament, criticized opposition parties for disrupting parliamentary proceedings for political gains. He pointed out that individuals repeatedly rejected by the public were attempting to control the functioning of Parliament by causing chaos and disruptions. Modi emphasized the importance of healthy debates in the legislature, highlighting that such tactics ultimately fail as the public watches their behavior closely and delivers justice at the right time. His comments followed the BJP's decisive victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, where the BJP-led coalition won 235 seats, leaving the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi with just 49. Modi urged opposition members to allow the Parliament to function smoothly, noting that some agreed, while others continued to ignore the collective sentiment. The winter session, which will continue until December 20, is also significant as it marks the 75th anniversary of India’s Constitution.

Shivaji's Legacy: Lessons for new Maharashtra government on good governance

Sanghnomics: With a massive mandate in Maharashtra, the Mahayuti alliance faces immense expectations. Inspired by Shivaji Maharaj, BJP and Shiv Sena may adopt his administrative principles, such as ruling as trustees and fair taxation policies. Shivaji’s legacy also includes economic incentives to stimulate trade and agriculture

The Eastern Window: India needs to reconsider its policy towards the new Bangladesh leadership

Bangladesh is frantically trying to improve its relations with China and Pakistan. There may be bigger risks along the Bangladesh border which has been a source of smuggled arms for a long time. India may need to reconsider its Bangladesh policy 

Rising women power is visibly influencing election outcomes

The share of women voters in Maharashtra and Jharkhand was higher compared to male voters. That explains the spate of women-centric welfare measures that appears to have worked in the favour of incumbents retaining power in both states

Mahayuti’s unexpected scale of victory puts RSS in the driver’s seat within the Sangh Parivar

Sharad Pawar says Ladki Bahin’s contribution to Mahayuti's victory was critical, but the jury's out on whether it was the game changer. What’s more apparent is that when the RSS campaigns enthusiastically, as it did in Haryana and Maharashtra, it can offset many challenges the BJP confronts. Its importance in the electoral arena is now established, which will influence its dynamics with the BJP going forward

Priyanka Gandhi Wins By Record 4-Lakh Votes

52-year-old Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will join her mother Sonia and brother Rahul as an MP in what is a rare instance of three members of a family together in Parliament, after her resounding win in the Wayanad Lok Sabha poll. After her emphatic win, the Congress general secretary said she looks forward to being the voice of the people of Wayanad in Parliament. Watch here for more details