Newly elected BJP corporators in Mumbai have been instructed to remain in the city for the next eight to ten days as the mayoral reservation process begins. The lottery for mayoral posts is set for January 22.
Saayesha, a BA Interior Design student at University of the Arts London, reveals her honest experience of studying abroad—from university applications to adjusting to London life.
The Maharashtra government will hold a lottery on January 22 to determine reservation categories for mayoral posts across 29 municipal corporations. Political parties are registering their corporators as groups ahead of the elections.
The Congress party faces uncertainty in key Maharashtra municipal corporations as shifting alliances and mayoral contests create political instability across Mumbai, Chandrapur, and Parbhani.
Laila Cunningham, Reform UK's London mayoral candidate, faces backlash for suggesting stop-and-search checks for burqa-wearing women, with critics warning of increased Islamophobia.
After winning big in civic polls, the BJP must pick mayoral candidates for PMC and PCMC. Several senior corporators are in the race, with party insiders hinting at possible surprises.
The Punjab government has given a firm assurance to the Punjab and Haryana High Court that the mayoral election for Moga will be conducted by January 31, 2024.
BJP and SAD leaders staged a protest outside the Punjab CM's residence, alleging illegal detention of a BJP councillor's family member. They accuse the AAP government of a 'well-planned conspiracy' and political intimidation ahead of mayoral elections.
A dramatic protest at the Iranian Embassy in London saw a man scale the building, tear down the regime's flag, and hoist the pre-1979 Shah-era symbol. Read the full story of this bold act of defiance.
As Chandigarh's mayoral election nears on Jan 29, BJP, AAP, and Congress scramble for candidates. Speculation of an AAP-Congress alliance fades after public spats. Nominations to be filed on January 22. Read the full analysis.
Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria says a one-year mayoral term hampers city development. New models, including longer tenures, are under review for approval by the Centre.
An Indian woman's impromptu Bharatanatyam performance on Bath Street, London, accompanied by a violinist, has captivated the internet. Witness the beautiful fusion of Indian classical dance and Western music.
AAP's Jarnail Singh accuses Congress of a 'secret pact' with BJP, throwing the opposition alliance into disarray just three weeks before Chandigarh's mayoral elections. BJP now holds a clear advantage.
Uber and Lyft partner with China's Baidu to launch Apollo Go robotaxis in London from 2026, challenging Google's Waymo. Read about the global autonomous vehicle race heating up in the UK.
Chandigarh's mayoral election on January 29 will be decided by a 'Show of Hands', creating a tense 18-18 tie between BJP and Congress-AAP alliance. Get the full details on the political showdown.
The BJP's search for a mayoral candidate in Chandigarh intensifies as four seasoned councillors lead the race. Key factors and RSS's role in the final selection revealed. Read more.
Chandigarh's mayoral election is scheduled for January 29. A detailed SOP ensures transparency with show-of-hands voting, continuous videography, and strict security protocols. Read the full guidelines.
With the final mayoral election of the 2022-2026 term approaching, the BJP is pulling out all stops to win mayor, senior deputy mayor, and deputy mayor posts in Chandigarh. A victory is seen as crucial for setting the stage for the 2027-2031 MC term. Read
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani reverses his pledge to end mayoral control of public schools, opting for accountability. He appoints new chancellor to lead the $40 billion system. Read more.
Chandigarh UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria advocates extending the mayor's tenure beyond one year, despite the Centre stating no proposal is under consideration. Explore the debate on civic governance reforms.
A video of an Indian man selling Bihari samosas on a London Underground train has gone viral, amassing 9.3 million views. The clip has divided the internet, sparking reactions from embarrassment to amusement. Read the full story here.
Eurostar cancels all trains from London indefinitely after severe flooding disrupts tunnels. Thousands of passengers stranded. Check for updates and alternative travel.
A viral Instagram video highlighting pervasive paan stains on London streets has ignited a global conversation, amassing over 8 million views. Discover the internet's reaction.
Indian & Bangladeshi Hindus protested in London over minority killings. BHAS UK organised the peaceful demo, chanting Hanuman Chalisa & playing Bangladesh's anthem. Read more.
Pro-Khalistan activists held a demonstration in London backing Bangladesh, following earlier protests by Hindu groups. The events highlight complex diaspora tensions.
Indian and Bangladeshi Hindu diaspora hold protest in London demanding justice for recent killings of Hindus in Bangladesh. Read about the demonstration and their demands.
A journalist's viral video counting paan stains in London's Wembley highlights a major public hygiene issue. Residents are fed up. Discover the social media storm and Indian reactions.
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.
In a major political shift, two AAP councillors from Chandigarh have joined the BJP ahead of the mayoral polls. The move is expected to impact the power dynamics in the city's municipal corporation.
Climate activist Greta Thunberg was detained by police during a pro-Palestinian demonstration outside the Hotel InterContinental in London. Read the full details of the incident and the global reaction.