Ugandans voted Thursday under an internet blackout and heavy police presence. President Yoweri Museveni, 81, faces opposition from Bobi Wine amid accusations of repression and election rigging fears.
Nagpur's 24.83 lakh voters cast ballots today to elect 151 corporators, ending nearly three years of administrator rule in a fiercely contested election with 993 candidates.
Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad police deploy nearly 21,000 personnel for Thursday's civic elections, with preventive actions against illegal activities and cash seizures.
Learn how to download your Voter Identity Slip for the January 15, 2026 civic elections in Maharashtra. Step-by-step guide for BMC, PMC, PCMC, and Thane voters.
Uganda's 2026 presidential election, set for 12 January, sees Yoweri Museveni as the likely winner. We explore the key candidates, issues, and potential for unrest shaping the nation's future.
2026 will be a pivotal year for global democracy with major elections in India, the US, France, Brazil, and others. Explore the key political battles shaping the world order.
Israel's envoy to the UN criticises Ugandan scholar Mahmood Mamdani for revoking key executive orders by former NYC Mayor Eric Adams. Read the full diplomatic fallout.
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections witness a significant drop in candidates to 692, despite more political parties. BJP and NCP factions lead the high-stakes contest. Read the full analysis.
Israel's envoy blasts Columbia University professor Mahmood Mamdani for 'pouring antisemitic gasoline' after his orders were revoked. Get the full story on the diplomatic and academic fallout.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announces Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections within three months. Get the latest updates on the 2026 local body polls and political implications.
In an unprecedented AFCON twist, Uganda was forced to field three different goalkeepers against Nigeria due to injury and a red card. Read the full story of this historic football moment.
Tanzania clinched a dramatic last-16 spot in AFCON 2024, drawing 1-1 with Tunisia to eliminate Angola on goal-scoring tiebreaker. Nigeria beat Uganda 3-1. Read the full match report.
Nigeria secured a perfect group stage at AFCON 2025, defeating Uganda 3-1. Raphael Onyedika scored twice as the Super Eagles finish top. Tanzania also advances to the last 16.
In Nagpur's Wadi and Godhani local polls, family equations proved decisive. A husband-wife duo won as corporators, while Congress and BJP relied on generational ties. Voters prioritized personal credibility over party lines.
Nomination filing for Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections begins December 24. Parties finalize alliances as 15 PMC and 8 PCMC offices open for candidates. Read key details.
In Telangana's second phase of gram panchayat elections, 415 sarpanches and 8,304 ward members were elected unanimously. Kamareddy district leads in uncontested wins. Details from SEC inside.
Scrutiny for Punjab's Panchayat Samiti elections concludes with 206 candidates in the fray. Voting on June 9, results on June 11. Key details on nominations and process.
Tensions rise between Samajwadi Party and Congress in Uttar Pradesh as they contest panchayat and MLC polls separately, accusing each other of arrogance. Will their 2027 alliance survive?
Three candidates file nominations for Phagwara Block Samiti elections in Jalandhar. Scrutiny on July 10, withdrawals by July 12, and voting on July 17. Get the latest updates.
Uganda joins Egypt and Kenya in tightening refugee policies due to funding shortages. Learn how aid cuts are impacting vulnerable populations across Africa.
Maharashtra State Election Commission plans phased elections for zilla parishads and panchayat samitis. 17 ZPs and 83 panchayat samitis exceed 50% reservation limit. Supreme Court hearing scheduled for January 21.
State Election Commission postpones December 2 local body polls across Marathwada districts. New election date set for December 20. Get latest updates on affected municipal councils.
Tarn Taran district prepares for Zila Parishad and Block Samiti elections on December 14. Learn about polling stations, nomination dates, and election procedures.
Chandigarh announces December 14 for zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections after multiple delays. Counting on December 17. Model code of conduct in effect. Read full details.
Former President Donald Trump's shocking transformation from calling Mahmood Mamdani a 'communist lunatic' to praising him as 'very rational' reveals fascinating diplomatic insights. Discover the full story behind this remarkable Oval Office meeting.
Former President Donald Trump meets Ugandan scholar Mahmood Mamdani at White House. Key discussion on global affairs and potential policy impacts. Read analysis.
NDA secures decisive victory in Bihar Assembly elections 2025, winning 202 seats with over 40% vote share. Results seen as crucial indicator for upcoming Bengal, Assam polls.
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Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 mark a historic milestone as no re-polling ordered for first time. Election Commission achieves unprecedented success in violence-free voting.
Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 witness historic voter participation with over 67% turnout in Phase 2. Follow live updates and constituency-wise results as counting begins.