TMC’s annual Shahid Diwas rally in Kolkata outlined the party’s overarching approach to 2026 assembly election. Rather than focus on segments of the population, the party will position itself as the defender of regional pride, particularly Bengali language. Implicit is the portrayal of BJP as the outside force, posing a threat to Bengali culture
The task may not be as difficult as it seems. That illegal immigrants have entered the voter rolls is evident from the recent deportation drives after Operation Sindoor
Delhi’s assembly election finds AAP and its chief Arvind Kejriwal in an anomalous position. In Punjab, the party is successfully filling the space vacated by Akali Dal, thereby hitching its wagon to regional dynamics. In Delhi, however, AAP and Kejriwal are synonymous, which could make the coming election an inflection point in his political career
Responding to a media query, Kumar said the poll panel would write to the Cabinet Secretary that the Budget can’t have policy decisions specifically made for the capital.
Sanghnomics: As Delhi prepares for elections, AAP's "freebies" clash with the city's financial challenges. Budget cuts across vital sectors, mounting losses in state enterprises, and questions over fiscal management highlight the urgent need for corrective measures to improve Delhi's financial health.
Sanghnomics: Implementing ‘One Nation, One Election’ in India is expected to boost GDP growth, reduce inflation, and increase private investments, while also alleviating the financial burden on migrant workers and minimizing disruptions to production activities and governance
India’s municipal corporations face severe financial and governance issues, relying heavily on state and central grants. With limited revenue, inadequate staffing, and delayed elections, they struggle to provide essential services. A comprehensive overhaul is needed to empower local governments, ensure fiscal autonomy, and improve service delivery
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.
Prominent such politicians include former Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, and senior Congress leaders Balasaheb Thorat and Dhiraj Deshmukh among others, the ECI data shows.
Developers have urged the new government to streamline and reduce regulations, especially with respect to affordable housing and ease of doing business.
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
BJP’s spectacular performance in Maharashtra will permit it to set the national economic agenda untrammelled. INDIA’s victory in Jharkhand provides a storm-breaker effect, but BJP’s political edge nationally is hard to dismiss
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on November 23 thanked people for the ‘landslide victory’ in the assembly elections. Shinde thanked voters of Maharashtra and said this is a landslide victory. He further added that Mahayuti will get a thumping victory. Watch here for more details
BJP’s leadership at all levels used religion as a key campaigning tool. While no political party is innocent when it comes to using religion, politicians holding constitutional positions need to refrain from going down this road as it undermines the office they hold. Moreover, it makes it much harder to carry conviction when appealing to neighbours to protect their religious minorities
The Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 witnessed enthusiastic participation from citizens, including prominent Bollywood celebrities who fulfilled their duty as responsible citizens by casting their votes. The election day turned into a star-studded affair, as several renowned actors and filmmakers arrived at polling booths to exercise their democratic right and inspire others to do the same.
Sanghnomics: A new development document based on ‘Integral Humanism’ emphasizes tackling Maharashtra’s regional disparity, agrarian distress, environmental sustainability, and skill-employment gaps. Experts urge long-term planning for balanced growth, inclusive policies, and sustainable practices to address pressing challenges state wide
Maharashtra is a state of striking contrasts, with issues animating Mumbai-Pune industrial belt a world apart from the agrarian challenges confronting the eastern parts of the state. Vidarbha, with 20 percent of the population, often determines the political tide. A granular analysis of the region shows why Maharashtra’s poll story is not about one grand narrative. Instead, it’s about 288 elections
Sunil Prabhu of the Shiv Sena (UBT) is the sitting MLA from the Dindoshi Assembly constituency which will go to polls on November 20 while the results will be declared on November 23.
PM Modi would have pursued different policies had he read the country's foundational document, Rahul Gandhi said at election rallies at Nandurbar and Nanded ahead of the November 20 Maharashtra assembly elections.
Meena, contesting as an independent from the Deoli-Uniara constituency, assaulted SDM Amit Choudhary at the Samravata polling station
Subramanyam, who would make history as the first Indian-origin leader to be elected from Virginia and the East Coast if he wins, was former United States president Barack Obama’s technology advisor a decade ago.
It seems fitting that in the ongoing neck-and-neck battle between the two presidential hopefuls, the first votes cast on Election Day were evenly split, with three for Trump and three for Harris.
On October 26, Donald Trump criticised Beyoncé’s endorsement of Kamala Harris at a rally in Texas, claiming people attended only to see her, though she did not perform. Trump also labelled Harris "grossly incompetent" while asserting his poll lead. Recent Reuters/Ipsos polling shows Harris with a narrow 46% to 43% national lead. Beyoncé, speaking at an abortion rights rally with 30,000 attendees, framed her support as a mother’s concern for the future. Harris has Hollywood endorsements, including Bruce Springsteen and Julia Roberts, while Trump’s supporters include Hulk Hogan and Kid Rock. Experts caution celebrity backing doesn’t guarantee political success.
On behalf of all workers of Bharatiya Janata Party Haryana, jalebi has been sent to Rahul Gandhi’s house, says Haryana BJP
According to reports, there are several streams of income for Phogat’s income. Her current net worth is reportedly Rs 36.5 crore.