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Telangana Speaker Dismisses BRS Disqualification Pleas
Telangana Assembly Speaker dismisses BRS petitions seeking disqualification of 10 MLAs, citing lack of proof of defection. BRS alleges bias, claims MLAs joined Congress. Full details inside.
Speaker Dismisses BRS Petitions, Cites Party Dues
Telangana Assembly Speaker rejects disqualification petitions against 10 BRS MLAs, citing continued collection of party funds as proof of membership. BRS alleges bias. Details inside.
Bengal Assembly Won't Appeal Mukul Roy's Disqualification
West Bengal Assembly Secretariat decides not to challenge Calcutta HC verdict disqualifying Mukul Roy as MLA. Speaker Biman Bandopadhyay says initiative lies with Roy's son. Read the full story.
Ex-Rahul Gandhi aide's wife Pradnya Satav defects to BJP
In a major setback for Congress ahead of Maharashtra civic polls, MLC Pradnya Satav, wife of late Rahul Gandhi confidant Rajeev Satav, joins BJP. Congress strength in Council falls to six.
Telangana Speaker Dismisses BRS Petitions Against 5 MLAs
Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar dismissed disqualification petitions against 5 MLAs accused of switching to Congress. BRS plans to challenge the ruling in High Court.
BRS to Challenge Speaker's Decision on Defecting MLAs
Telangana Assembly Speaker dismisses disqualification petitions against MLAs who joined Congress. BRS terms it unconstitutional and will challenge the decision in the High Court. Details inside.
Nashik Civic Polls: Major Parties Ramp Up Candidate Selection
Political parties in Nashik are in a frenzy as the NMC elections approach. Voting is on Jan 15 for 122 seats across 31 wards. BJP and NCP lead candidate interviews. Get the latest updates.
MLA Srihari Denies Joining Congress, Fights Disqualification
Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari refutes BRS allegations of joining Congress, submits affidavit to Assembly Speaker. He argues petition is based on media reports. Read the full story.
Telangana Speaker Clears 5 BRS MLAs in Defection Case
Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar dismissed disqualification pleas against five BRS MLAs who joined Congress. BRS calls it a 'cruel joke' and plans legal challenge. Get the full story.
Nashik Civic Polls: Parties Screen 2000+ Aspirants
Major political parties in Nashik have begun interviewing over 2000 prospective candidates for the Jan 15 civic polls. BJP leads with 950 applications. Get the latest updates on candidate selection.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: BJP's 2017 Dominance Faces New Test
As Maharashtra gears up for crucial municipal corporation elections in January 2025, we analyze if the BJP can hold its 2017 dominance amidst fractured alliances and party splits. Read the full analysis.
Tewari's Bill Aims to Amend Anti-Defection Law for MPs
Congress MP Manish Tewari introduces a private member's bill for the third time to amend the 10th Schedule, seeking to free MPs from whip tyranny on most votes. Read the full story.
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren in BJP talks, Congress MLAs may defect
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's secret Delhi meeting with BJP leaders sparks major realignment buzz. 8 Congress MLAs may switch sides, threatening the INDIA bloc. Full analysis inside.
Jalandhar Rural Polls: Nominations End Tomorrow
Political parties in Jalandhar district are in a last-minute rush to finalize candidates for the upcoming panchayat samiti and zila parishad elections, with nominations closing on May 7. Key details inside.
Bombay HC Bars SEC From Declaring Civic Poll Results on Dec 3
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court restrains SEC from announcing municipal council results on Dec 3. Court says early counting could influence second-phase voting on Dec 20. Get the full story.
Maharashtra Municipal Council Polls: Key Results from Jalgaon, Ahmednagar
A look back at the last Maharashtra municipal council and nagar panchayat elections in Jalgaon, Ahmednagar, Dhule, and Nandurbar. Key insights for the upcoming 2025 polls. Get the full analysis here.
Digdoh's First Civic Poll: BJP vs NCP in Nagpur
Nagpur's Digdoh Nagar Parishad gears up for its maiden election, a direct BJP vs NCP fight. With 33,188 voters, the contest focuses on resolving civic woes like poor roads and water. Read the full story.
Vidarbha Local Body Polls: Key Districts, Candidates, and EVMs Ready
Vidarbha gears up for crucial nagar panchayat and parishad elections on Tuesday, Dec 2. Over 1.5 lakh voters across Amravati, Chandrapur, Yavatmal, and Akola will decide fiercely contested polls. Results to be declared a day later.
Palakkad Civic Polls: A Three-Way Fight Amidst Confusion
Palakkad municipality elections see a complex three-way fight between UDF, LDF, and BJP. With infighting and civic issues like poor roads and waste management taking center stage, voters face a tough choice. Read more.
Parliament in Retreat: Democracy Under Threat in India
Indian Parliament's oversight power declines as sitting days drop from 135 to 55 annually. Anti-defection law transforms MPs into party subjects, threatening democratic accountability. Read analysis.
AAP MLA Rajesh Gupta joins BJP ahead of MCD bypoll
Senior AAP leader Rajesh Gupta defects to BJP, accusing Arvind Kejriwal of sidelining dedicated workers. Delhi AAP refutes claims, citing ticket demands. Full story inside.
Nagpur Polls: SC Scrutinizes 50% Reservation Cap Breach
Candidates in Nagpur's civic polls face a dual battle: against rivals and a Supreme Court case on reservation cap breaches. Their victory on Dec 2 hinges on a January court ruling.
SC to Telangana Speaker: Decide MLAs' disqualification in a week
Supreme Court warns Telangana Speaker of contempt for delaying disqualification of 10 BRS MLAs who joined Congress. Court sets 1-week deadline to decide the case.
Mukul Roy Disqualified as MLA by Calcutta HC
Calcutta High Court disqualifies TMC heavyweight Mukul Roy as MLA under anti-defection law. The former BJP-turned-TMC leader has been bedridden for 1.5 years. Read full story.
Calcutta HC disqualifies Mukul Roy as MLA
Calcutta High Court disqualifies Mukul Roy as MLA under anti-defection law, sets aside Speaker's decision and PAC chairman nomination. Landmark judgment impacts West Bengal politics.
Calcutta HC cancels Mukul Roy's MLA membership
Calcutta High Court disqualifies Mukul Roy as WB Assembly member under anti-defection law. Division bench led by Justice Debangsu Basak delivers landmark verdict. Read full analysis.
Bihar Exit Polls Favor NDA, Women Voters Turnout Historic
NDA upbeat as exit polls predict Bihar victory. Record 71.6% women voter turnout reflects support for development agenda. Results declaration Friday.
Madhubani's Tea Stalls Buzz with Election Predictions
As Bihar assembly counting nears, Madhubani's local tea stalls become hotbeds of political speculation. With historic 63.8% turnout, exit polls favor NDA while local chatter reveals ground realities. Discover the district's election pulse.
Bihar 2025 Exit Polls: NDA Set for Victory
Exit polls predict BJP-led NDA will retain Bihar in 2025 assembly elections. Learn what exit polls are, ECI guidelines, and their UPSC relevance. Read more for key insights.
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