Major Shakeup in PCMC Elections as Veterans Exit Race
Key veterans from BJP and NCP opt out or switch parties ahead of Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls on Jan 15. Denied tickets spark emotional reactions and political defections.
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Amit Shah: BJP to Form Govt in Kerala in 2026
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP's growing support in Kerala and predicted a party-led government in the 2026 Assembly elections, highlighting a surge in vote share and local body wins.
Nitin Nabin Appointed BJP Working President: Inside Story
The unexpected elevation of Bihar MLA Nitin Nabin as BJP working president resolves a long RSS-High Command stalemate. Also, Adani mediates Pawar feud & Congress faces internal dissent. Read the full analysis.
BJP National Working President to Visit Gurugram, Haryana
Gurugram prepares for BJP National Working President's first visit to Haryana. Key meetings and a public rally are scheduled. Get the full schedule and security details here.
Mumbai L Ward BMC Elections: Defections, Debuts & Battles
Mumbai's sprawling L Ward sees intense BMC election battles with last-minute defections, political debutants, and rebellion over seat-sharing between Shiv Sena and BJP. Explore the key contests.
Major Defections in Pune Ahead of Civic Polls
With Pune Municipal Corporation polls days away, political parties witness a flurry of defections. Key leaders from Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress join BJP and NCP, setting the stage for intense multi-cornered contests. Read the full story.
Ex-CPI(M) Leader, Left Sympathiser Join BJP in Kerala
In a significant pre-poll shift, former CPI(M) member V R Ramakrishnan and Left sympathiser Reji Lukose joined the BJP in Kerala on Thursday, ahead of the crucial April elections. Read the full analysis.
OPS Loses Two More Ex-MLAs to DMK as Faction Weakens
Expelled AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam's camp suffers another blow as former MLAs A Subburathinam and K Balagangadharan defect to DMK, citing his 'wait and watch' policy. More details inside.
Congress Slams BJP's Mumbai Muslim Population Remark
Congress leader Sachin Sawant accuses BJP of divisive tactics, calling it a 'foolish' party for speaking without study on Mumbai's demographics. Read the full political clash.
BJP's Grand Welcome for UP Chief Pankaj Chaudhary in Varanasi
BJP's new UP president Pankaj Chaudhary receives a grand 10-point welcome in Varanasi. Details on his two-day visit, temple prayers, and key party meetings. Read more.
BJP's Maiden Punjab Conference: A Grand Show of Strength
The BJP gears up for its first-ever state conference in Punjab on April 27-28, aiming to galvanize workers and project a strong alternative. Key leaders to attend.
Maharashtra BJP Chief Blames NCP for 'Operation Lotus'
Maharashtra BJP President Chandrashekhar Bawankule claims the NCP pioneered political defections in the state, sparking a war of words. Read the full political controversy.
BJP MLA, Congress MLC Brawl in Karnataka Meeting
A Karnataka Development Program meeting in Bengaluru turned violent as BJP MLA S. Suresh Kumar and Congress MLC K. Govindaraj came to blows. Police intervention was required to separate the politicians.
Nitin Nabin to be Elected BJP President Before Budget Session
BJP's Nitin Nabin is expected to be formally elected party president before the January budget session, marking a significant organizational overhaul and generational change. Get the full details here.
Congress & BJP Workers Clash Over Banner in Karnataka
Tensions flare in Karnataka's KGF as supporters of Congress MLA Bharath Reddy and BJP's Janardhana Reddy clash over a banner. Police intervene to control the situation. Read the full report.
BJP's Major Candidate Shakeup Ahead of Nashik Civic Polls
Ahead of Nashik Municipal Corporation elections on Jan 15, BJP drops 34 former corporators, fields 22 defectors from rival parties. Party focuses on 'winnability' to target 100+ seats.
Shiv Sena-BJP Split Sparks Major Defections in Ulhasnagar
The Shiv Sena and BJP contest separately in Ulhasnagar civic polls, triggering last-minute defections and altering traditional political strongholds. Discover how local alliances are reshaping the battle.
BJP Announces New Rajasthan Morcha Leadership Ahead of Polls
BJP announces a major organisational reshuffle in Rajasthan, appointing new presidents for six state-level morchas, including two ex-Union ministers. Read the full list and analysis.
Congress Loses Key Corporator to NCP Ahead of Nagpur Polls
Five-time corporator Manoj Sangole defects from Congress to NCP (Ajit Pawar), dealing a major blow ahead of Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections. BJP also gains from exodus.
BJP Fields Ex-Opposition Leaders in Mumbai Civic Polls
In a major political shift, BJP nominates ex-NCP corporator Rakhi Jadhav and other former opposition leaders for Mumbai's BMC elections, highlighting strategic defections. Read more.
BJP Attacks Congress, Labels It 'Weakest Link' in Democracy
BJP accuses Congress of becoming a dynastic asset, mocking Kharge as 'remote-controlled'. The ruling party lists historical failures as Congress marks its foundation day. Read the full political clash.
Congress Defections in Thrissur Panchayat Spark 'Operation Kamala' Row
Eight Congress members in Mattathur panchayat resigned, helping a BJP-backed independent win the president's post. KPCC expels members, alleges political sabotage. Read the full story.
Thackeray alliance hit by BJP defections in Nashik
Key leaders from SS(UBT) and MNS in Nashik join BJP, raising questions on the stability of the Thackeray cousins' political pact. Get the full story on the internal dissent.
Nagpur's Prabhag 10 Emerges as Key Political Battleground
Nagpur's Prabhag 10, a diverse electoral seat, is set for a fiercely competitive civic poll. With shifting loyalties and key defections, the Congress stronghold faces a determined BJP challenge. Discover the factors shaping this crucial contest.
AAP Councillors Join BJP, Chandigarh Mayoral Race Tied
Two AAP councillors defect to BJP, creating a 18-18 tie in Chandigarh's Municipal Corporation ahead of January mayoral elections. AAP and Congress allege horse trading.
BJP Leader Hacked to Death by Assailants in Korba
A BJP leader was brutally murdered by unidentified attackers in Chhattisgarh's Korba district. Police launch investigation into the political killing.
Pune Civic Polls: Parties Delay Lists to Stop Defections
Major political parties in Pune are holding back candidate announcements for the January 15 PMC elections to prevent rebellion and poaching. Nomination filing begins Tuesday. Read the full strategy.
BJP Gets 12 Times More Donations Than Congress in FY25
The BJP received a staggering ₹6,088 crore in political donations for FY25, 12 times more than Congress. Discover the top donors and the role of electoral trusts. Read the full breakdown.
Naidu: Fix Anti-Defection Law Loopholes to Save Democracy
Former VP M. Venkaiah Naidu warns that failing to plug loopholes in the anti-defection law makes a mockery of democracy. Read his urgent call for constitutional integrity.
Why India's Anti-Defection Law Needs Urgent Reforms
India's 1985 Anti-Defection Law is failing to curb political horse-trading. Explore the loopholes, recent controversies, and crucial reforms needed to save parliamentary democracy. Read more.
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