Congress leader and Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor has stirred controversy within his party after praising the economic policies of the CPM-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) government in Kerala. His remarks, which acknowledged the state’s progress under the Left government, have been met with sharp criticism from Congress leaders, deepening existing tensions within the party.Tharoor’s comments came during a podcast interview, where he also highlighted the absence of a strong

Nagarkurnool District Collector B Santosh confirmed on Monday that two rescue teams from the Indian Army and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are using specialized machinery to cover the final 40 meters needed to reach workers feared trapped after a tunnel roof collapse on Saturday. According to Santosh, earlier efforts had fallen short of reaching the last 40 meters, but with the assistance of heavy machinery, the teams are now poised to access the area. He explained that dewateri

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has accused the Congress of acting as the BJP’s "B team" in the recent Delhi Assembly elections, blaming the party for facilitating the BJP’s return to power in the capital after 27 years. In a series of tweets on Friday, she lashed out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who had earlier criticized her for staying away from the opposition-led INDIA bloc.Mayawati claimed that the Congress’s decision t

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSRCP leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy’s visit to Guntur Mirchi Yard has stirred a political debate, with accusations of violating the election code ahead of the MLC elections. The Election Commission had reportedly denied permission for the interaction, but Jagan and his party leaders proceeded with the visit, drawing attention to what they claim is the AP government’s failure to ensure fair prices for chilli farmers.Jagan, accompanied by a l

Rajiv Kumar’s tenure as Chief Election Commissioner of India, beginning in May 2022, has seen multiple landmark elections, including the 2023 Karnataka and Telangana polls and the 2022 presidential elections. His leadership has faced ongoing scrutiny, with opposition parties alleging bias towards the ruling BJP and raising concerns about the integrity of the election process, particularly regarding Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Despite the criticism, Kumar has defended the election

In response to the confirmation of avian influenza in Andhra Pradesh, the Telangana government has issued a warning to poultry farmers and blocked the entry of poultry from the neighboring state. The decision comes after a bird flu outbreak was reported in the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, where authorities established a red zone around the affected area.Approximately 24 check posts have been set up along Telangana’s Nalgonda district border to prevent the entry of poultry f

On Monday, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy issued directives to ensure free sand supply for houses being built under the state’s ‘Indiramma’ housing scheme, which focuses on providing homes for economically weaker sections. During a review meeting on mines and mineral development, Reddy instructed officials to supply sand at reduced rates for the general public while ensuring that beneficiaries of the housing scheme receive it free of charge.   I

Priyanka Gandhi, the MP from Kerala’s Wayanad constituency, spoke to the United Democratic Front (UDF) booth leaders in Nilambur on Monday. During her address, she encouraged party workers to stay united and steadfast in their larger fight for constitutional values and democracy. She emphasized that their current struggle went beyond local concerns, extending to the protection of democratic rights and the nation’s constitutional framework.In her speech, Gandhi praised the hard wor

Indian stock markets experienced a significant fall in early trade on Monday, even though the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a rate cut and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged victorious in the Delhi Assembly elections. The benchmark indices opened lower and continued to decline amid growing selling pressure. The BSE Sensex lost over 600 points, while the NSE Nifty dropped nearly 200 points.   The Sensex hit a low of 77,189.04, down from the previous session&

BJP’s Strong Criticism of Akhilesh Yadav: The BJP strongly condemned Akhilesh Yadav's remarks declaring the Election Commission "dead" and accusing the Opposition of repeatedly undermining constitutional institutions after electoral defeats. Sambit Patra, BJP MP, expressed outrage over Yadav's statement, calling it an unprecedented attack on the Election Commission, which is a co

BJP’s Projected Victory: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is expected to end its 27-year drought in Delhi and secure a victory in the 2025 assembly elections. Most exit polls predict the BJP winning between 39-60 seats out of the 70-member assembly, making it the largest party. AAP’s Decline: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), currently in po

The high-stakes Delhi Assembly elections have commenced, with over 1.56 crore electors casting their votes across 70 constituencies in a single phase. A total of 13,766 polling stations have been set up across 2,696 polling locations. Employees in both government and private sectors in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana have been granted a paid holiday due to the elections.As voter turnout is expected to be a decisive factor in this election, all eyes are on Delhi’s electorate. In the 20

Wealthiest Candidates in Delhi Elections 2025: Ahead of Delhi's elections tomorrow, an Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) report has highlighted the wealthiest candidates in the race. Leading the list is Karnail Singh from BJP, contesting from Shakur Basti, who has declared a staggering asset value of Rs 259.67 crore, making him the richest among the 699 candidates in this year's Delhi elections. Close behind him is BJP's Manjinder Singh Sirsa, contes

In a sharp speech in Parliament today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took direct aim at his political rivals ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections. Referring to Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), he criticized the Delhi CM for allegedly spending taxpayer money on luxurious amenities for his official residence, famously dubbed 'sheeshmahal.' Modi highlighted that while Kejriwal focused on "jacuzzis and stylish showers," his government had prioritized providing tap wa

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's push for a nationwide caste census has sparked mixed reactions, particularly in Telangana and Karnataka, where caste surveys have triggered demands for greater political and social reforms.In Telangana, the results of the state's caste survey revealed that Backward Classes (BCs) make up 46.25% of the population, making them the largest social group. The survey's findings have led to calls for increased reservations for BCs, particularly in the upcomi

With less than 24 hours before the Delhi Assembly elections, a police case has been registered against Chief Minister Atishi. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader, who is contesting from the Kalkaji constituency, has been named in a disobedience case at the Govindpuri police station. The case, filed under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, stems from allegations that Atishi and her supporters refused to vacate Fateh Singh Marg despite being instructed to do so by the police, citing poll

The Andhra Pradesh government has established a strong and effective relationship with the central government, which has led to significant financial support for the state. Key leaders, such as Chandra Babu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan, have played a crucial role in ensuring the state receives adequate funding, especially for critical infrastructure projects. This relationship was evident in the recent 2026 b

Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi and leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has made a bold prediction for the Delhi Assembly Election scheduled for February 5. Kejriwal forecasted that his party could win up to 55 seats out of the 70, with a possibility of securing more than 60 seats if women voters participate in full force and convince the men in their households to vote for AAP. During a roadshow in Kalkaji, Kejriwal made a direct appeal to women, emphasizing that the election w

An advocate representing the Federation of Farmers Association in Telangana, D Vijaypal Reddy, has issued a legal notice to former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao (KCR) for not attending the Telangana Assembly in his capacity as the Leader of Opposition (LoP). The notice, drafted by legal consultant Paduri Srinivasa Reddy, states that KCR has failed to fulfill his duties as LoP, a position critical for holding the ruling government accountable and safeguarding public interests. &nb

Ahead of the Delhi elections on February 5, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu launched a scathing attack on AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, accusing his "half-engine sarkar" of ruining Delhi. Naidu criticized Kejriwal's handling of the pollution crisis, particularly the Yamuna River, which remains heavily polluted. He stated that a "double-engine government," led by the BJP, would be the only solution to address the city’s governance issues, including po