BJP Candidate Withdrawal Sparks Political Tension in Bihar

As Karnataka polls draw near, BJP grapples with wave of factionalism in state now

As Karnataka polls draw near, BJP grapples with wave of factionalism in state now

Supporters block NH-44 after Narottam Mishra denied BJP ticket for Datia assembly bypoll, police deployed

Huge ruckus hit Madhya Pradesh BJP's Datia unit as several councillors resigned over denial of ticket to Narottam Mishra, former state home minister, instead, the party has fielded Ashutosh Tiwari for the bypoll. Angered over the party's decision, several councillors including BJP District President Raghuvir Saran resigned. Subsequently, all BJP councilors also submitted their resignations. Thousands of his followers also blocked Jhansi Highway (NH-44) bringing traffic to a complete standstill with long queues of vehicles. The supporters also pelted stones at the police following which heavy security deployed at the spot to control the tense situation.

Unrest in MP after BJP leader denied bypoll ticket

Unrest in MP after BJP leader denied bypoll ticket

Zelensky calls Starmer 'always a welcome guest in Ukraine' after British PM announces resignation

The departure is likely to trigger a leadership contest and deepen political uncertainty in one of Ukraine's most vital allies.

Is it the End for Communism in India?

For the first time since 1977, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) is out of power across the country, marking a turning point for the nation’s Left, writes Betwa Sharma. By Betwa Sharma in Delhi, India Special to Consortium NewsRead more

India Should Stop Panicking About Trump

The emotionalism in Indian politics obscures the strategic logic of U.S.-India ties.

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Mamdani-backed candidates sweep Democratic primaries; oust 2 incumbents, ABC News projects

Mamdani-backed candidates sweep Democratic primaries; oust 2 incumbents, ABC News projects

RSP general convention voting wraps up

Chitwan, June 25: The voting for the central member of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has officially concluded. The...

Graham Platner's Exit From Senate Race Leaves Maine Dems "Hobbled" in Scramble for New Nominee

Amid Graham Platner’s swift downfall, most paths to selecting a replacement candidate look poisoned. The post Graham Platner’s Exit From Senate Race Leaves Maine Dems “Hobbled” in Scramble for New Nominee appeared first on The Intercept.

Calm down, America: Why socialist surge is sure to backfire on the Left

The recent string of primary electoral victories by fringe left-wing candidates operating under the cover of the Democratic Party, though it is a repeat movement, has many people panicking. There is no need to panic. This movement will eat itself with infighting and intra-ideological betrayal as was seen in Ira Kipnis’ work, The American Socialist []

Ebonyi NDC denies endorsing PDP governorship aspirant for 2027

Says ex-members expelled over financial impropriety, anti-party activities behind move By Anayo Okoli The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Ebonyi State has distanced itself from a purported endorsement of a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant, Chief Ifeanyi Odii, ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The party insisted that it remains committed to fielding and [] The post Ebonyi NDC denies endorsing PDP governorship aspirant for 2027 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Graham Platner's downfall threatens Democrats' chances of winning US Senate

The Democratic candidate for the November Senate race in Maine, a representative of the populist left-wing faction shaking up the Democratic Party, was forced to withdraw on Wednesday after a series of scandals.

MLA Disqualified, Bypoll In Madhya Pradesh's Datia To See Prestige Fight

Within the Congress, intense discussions are in progress over the choice of candidate. The strongest buzz surrounds Arjun Bharti, son of disqualified former MLA Rajendra Bharti

Socialism Surge: Scott Jennings Warns a Wave of Mamdani-Like Dem Candidates Could Wash Over the U.S.

Socialism Surge: Scott Jennings Warns a Wave of Mamdani-Like Dem Candidates Could Wash Over the U.S.

From obscurity to West Bengal’s ‘largest’ parliamentary party: What we know about NCPI

In one of the most unexpected political developments to emerge from the aftermath of the 2026 West Bengal assembly election, the little-known Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) has suddenly found itself at the centre of state politics. Following the Trinamool Congress’s crushing defeat, the party descended into an unprecedented organisational crisis. While a large []

Could India’s ‘Cockroach’ movement challenge Modi?

Could India’s ‘Cockroach’ movement challenge Modi? Gen Z movements in Nepal and Bangladesh led to regime change. Now, India’s government is being challenged by young people angry about youth unemployment and education failures. CNN’s Rhea Mogul explains the similarities and differences between India’s “cockroach” protest and other Gen Z protests in Nepal and Bangladesh. Watch 24/7 live news with CNN Headlines: https://bit.ly/4eIvlTr #News

Zuma-Sambudla, Ndhlela challenge MK Party expulsions in urgent court bid

Zuma-Sambudla, Ndhlela challenge MK Party expulsions in urgent court bid