Unlikely partnerships between BJP-Congress and BJP-AIMIM in Maharashtra's Ambernath & Akot civic polls highlight the contrast between national polarization and local pragmatism. Read the full analysis.
As Congress gears up for 2026 assembly polls in Assam, Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala & Puducherry, its alliance strategy remains its biggest hurdle. Will it learn from past mistakes?
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.
Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar attacks ruling Mahayuti alliance for money power, communal politics, and failing governance in Chandrapur. Read his full critique on democratic norms.
The ISMHAA National Summit in Delhi united leaders to launch a national movement, announce a dedicated fund, and set a 2030 goal for mental health support. Discover the roadmap.
The US has formally withdrawn from 66 international bodies, including the India-led International Solar Alliance. This move marks a significant shift in global diplomacy. Read the full analysis here.
The Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) will hold its crucial National Council meeting in Mangaluru on January 20-21. The gathering will strategize for upcoming elections and address key national issues. Read more.
Mizoram Governor cancels all steps to form 12th Lai Autonomous District Council after MNF withdraws from Lairam Legislature Party. Political instability continues.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis directs BJP to immediately break local-level alliances with Congress and AIMIM ahead of municipal council elections, calling them 'not acceptable'. Details inside.
The formation of Voice of Buddhist Ladakh (VBL) has caused disquiet in Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance, who allege BJP involvement. VBL seeks a role in talks with the Centre over Ladakh's autonomy. Read the full story.
Key Indian political parties, including Congress, SP, and TMC, forge a strategic seat-sharing alliance for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections to maximize their strength in the Upper House. Read more.
Expelled AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam demands 20 assembly seats for a TVK alliance but is offered 15. Internal camp is divided, with a faction pushing for a DMK tie-up instead. Read the latest political negotiations.
UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak honored former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee as a leader with no enemies at a Lucknow event. He praised Vajpayee's statesmanship, poetry, and role in forming NDA. Read more.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a two-day visit to Tamil Nadu to bolster NDA's alliance cohesion and strategy against the DMK-led front. Key meetings with BJP leaders and allies like AIADMK's EPS are on the agenda.
Congress confirms alliance with DMK in Tamil Nadu. Both parties are negotiating seat sharing for upcoming elections, continuing a partnership dating back to 2004. Read the latest updates.
ADF militants linked to Islamic State launch simultaneous raids on three Congolese villages, killing at least 14. Read the full report on the ongoing violence in North Kivu.
Discover five breathtaking national parks in the US where you can hike and explore without the fear of encountering venomous snakes. Perfect for families and anxious travellers.
Newly appointed Ladakh Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra addresses statehood demands and ecological concerns. He stresses preserving the region's civilisational history of peace. Read more.
India's landmark National Sports Governance Act partially takes effect from January 1, 2026, establishing a new framework for sports bodies, a National Sports Board, and a Tribunal. Read about the key changes.
Key provisions of India's National Sports Governance Act come into force on January 1, 2026, reshaping the framework for National Sports Bodies. Read about the new rules.
Manish Tewari analyses 2025 as a year of governance failures, security lapses, and weakened institutions. With 230 seats, the INDIA bloc must offer a united alternative. Read the full critique.
Maharashtra's Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance collapses for Pimpri-Chinchwad civic polls. Shiv Sena (UBT) allies with MNS, Congress contests alone. NCP factions unite, BJP fights solo. Get full seat-sharing details.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey criticizes Congress for allying with VBA for Mumbai civic polls, warns of 'Congress-mukt Mumbai'. Get the latest political updates.
Bangladesh faces a dual crisis as a key political party fractures over an alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami, while mob violence against Hindu minorities escalates. Read the full report.
Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin appoints former ULA CEO Tory Bruno to head its new national security unit, signaling a major expansion in defense contracts. Read the full story.
Congress leadership confirms crucial meeting with DMK chief M.K. Stalin to finalize seat-sharing for Tamil Nadu's 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Get the latest updates on the opposition alliance.
Bangladesh National Citizen Party (NCP) seeks electoral alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami for upcoming national polls, marking a significant political shift. Read the full details.
Jharkhand's JMM, led by Hemant Soren, has proposed a pre-poll alliance with TMC for the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections, eyeing seats bordering Jharkhand. Details inside.
The BJP will contest all 78 seats in the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation elections independently. The split from Shiv Sena is due to its local alliance with rival Team Omie Kalani. Read more on the political showdown.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held crucial talks with Sri Lankan Tamil party leaders to discuss India's proposed relief package for cyclone-hit regions, emphasizing inclusive support.