Following its defeat in Kerala local body polls, the CPI(M) targets a viral Lord Ayyappa song parody, calling it blasphemous. Opposition accuses the Left of double standards on free speech. Read more.
The BJP appoints Nitin Nabin as party president, highlighting its focus on generational transition to sustain political dominance. Read the full analysis of this strategic organizational move.
BJP appoints 45-year-old Nitin Nabin as national working president, signaling a 'karyakartaisation' of power and a long-term succession plan under the Modi-Shah leadership. Analysis of the party's strategic consolidation.
Karnataka BJP President B.Y. Vijayendra addresses internal strife, vows to clean up the party and strengthen it for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Read his full plan.
BJP-led NDA wins 50 seats in Thiruvananthapuram corporation election, but CPM-led LDF secures higher vote share. Congress-led UDF improves tally. Analysis of voting patterns and mayor selection inside.
Creators of the viral parody song 'Pottiye Kettiye' refute CPM's claims of hurting religious sentiments. They assert it's a political song addressing issues like the Wayanad landslide. Read the full story.
Kerala government cancels deputation of suspended Kerala University registrar KS Anilkumar, allowing his return as college principal. The move follows a major controversy over a cancelled event featuring Governor Arlekar. Read the full story.
The CPI(M) plans to lodge a formal complaint with the Election Commission over a viral parody song based on a Sabarimala devotional tune, used by the UDF to target the party. Read the full story.
The UDF in Kerala will hold a crucial meeting on December 22 to discuss expanding its alliance ahead of assembly elections. Congress leaders hint at surprise entries from other fronts. Read the full details.
Vijayakumaran Nair, 59, a UDF candidate who attempted suicide after losing local body polls in Aruvikkara, has died. The incident highlights mental health pressures in politics.
Congress's plan to woo Kerala Congress (M) hits a major roadblock as its chairman Jose K. Mani firmly rejects any merger. The move impacts UDF's strategy ahead of crucial elections.
Nitin Nabin's elevation as BJP's National Working President underscores the party's merit-driven culture, inspiring grassroots workers. His journey from student politics to the top signals a focus on youth and organizational discipline. Read more.
CPM state secretary M V Govindan asserts anti-incumbency did not cause LDF's local poll setback. He vows no alliance with adversaries, confident of a third straight win in 2026 Kerala assembly elections. Read the full analysis.
IUML leaders express hope for new parties to join UDF ahead of assembly elections, citing local poll results as a rejection of LDF's governance and communal politics. Read the full analysis.
Former CPM MLA KC Rajagopalan alleges party leaders orchestrated his defeat in Mezhuveli panchayat polls. He won by 28 votes but claims internal conspiracy. Read the full story.
As Kerala Congress (M) mulls rejoining UDF, Congress leadership adopts a wait-and-watch strategy to limit its bargaining power. Analysis of local body polls shows UDF's surge.
Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport charges Rs 600 UDF, India's 3rd highest. With IndiGo cutting capacity by 10%, passengers face soaring airfares and limited seats. Learn how this impacts your travel budget.
Opposition Leader V D Satheesan declares UDF is evolving beyond a coalition into a broad political platform, aiming for a stronger foundation ahead of Kerala legislative assembly elections.
The Bharatiya Janata Party has transitioned from a fringe player to a significant electoral force in Kerala, marking a pivotal change in the state's political landscape. Discover the implications.
BJP appoints six-time MLA Sanjay Saraogi as Bihar state president, replacing Dilip Kumar Jaiswal. Saraogi, a former minister, vows to strengthen the party under PM Modi's leadership.
Gujarat BJP hails Nitin Nabi's appointment as BJP's youngest national working president. CM Bhupendra Patel marks Dec 15, 2002, as historic day for Modi's Gujarat victory. Read more.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan acknowledged a past meeting with Jamaat-e-Islami but strongly criticized the group as communal. He also attacked IUML and UDF. Read the full details.
Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan accuses the Pinarayi Vijayan govt of failed governance, financial crisis, and corruption. UDF releases chargesheet and manifesto promising decentralization, health reform, and 5 lakh houses. Read the full plan.
Public campaigning for Kerala's local body elections concluded Sunday. Polling in seven districts begins Tuesday, with high stakes for LDF, UDF, and BJP ahead of assembly polls. Read key details.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan defends LDF's governance, citing state's lowest poverty rate, top health indicators, and Rs 1.23 lakh crore for local bodies. Read the full report.
BJP National President JP Nadda visits Shimla Dec 12-13 to lay the foundation stone for the party's expansive new state headquarters. He will also address a major public rally. Details inside.
Kochi Mayor M Anilkumar alleges a covert UDF-BJP pact in four key corporation divisions. Despite this, he asserts the LDF will secure a comfortable majority. Read the full details.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan says CPI(M) will decide if he leads LDF in 2026 Assembly polls. The veteran leader spoke ahead of local body elections, seen as a semi-final.
LDF's Eloor manifesto pledges solar power for households, 100-acre paddy expansion, and daily water supply. It highlights 14 governance awards and plans for digital libraries and stray dog control.
Rebel BJP leaders in Karnataka met with central leadership, urging a one-year extension for state chief B Y Vijayendra. Get the latest political developments.