In a major political shift, former Congress corporator Darshani Dhawad, along with over 100 workers, joined the BJP in Nagpur. The move, orchestrated at Nitin Gadkari's residence, deals a setback to city Congress chief Vikas Thakre. Read more.
In a major pre-poll setback for MNS, former corporator Manda Patil resigns and joins BJP in Kalyan-Dombivli. Read about the political shift and its impact on upcoming civic elections.
Senior Congress leader Aba Bagul, former Pune deputy mayor, joins Shiv Sena with supporters, dealing a blow to Congress ahead of crucial municipal elections. Read the full story.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accuses TMC of 'maha jungle raj' in Bengal, promising to end corruption and appeasement. Read his full statement and political implications.
Congress and IUML agree to split the Kozhikode district panchayat president's term equally, marking UDF's first control. Details on the power-sharing deal and corporation leadership inside.
Congress MLC Pradnya Satav resigns from Legislative Council and joins BJP in Mumbai, citing her late husband's vision. A major setback for Congress ahead of Maharashtra civic polls.
IUML nominates Shereena Shukoor for Thrikkakara vice-chairperson. UDF, despite majority, delays chairperson decision. Swearing-in set for Sunday. Get the latest political updates from Kochi.
In a major setback for Congress ahead of Maharashtra civic polls, MLC Pradnya Satav, wife of late Rahul Gandhi confidant Rajeev Satav, joins BJP. Congress strength in Council falls to six.
In a major blow to Congress, MLC Pradnya Satav, widow of Rajiv Satav, resigns and joins BJP ahead of Maharashtra municipal elections. Details inside.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Former Shiv Sena (UBT) corporator Tejasvee Ghosalkar switches to BJP, citing slow probe into husband's murder and need for development. Move highlights political shifts ahead of Mumbai civic elections.
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.
Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir announces a massive Quran recital event in West Bengal's Murshidabad district in February, aiming to gather one lakh participants. This comes amid his suspension from the party.
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.
The BJP's nomination of a candidate named Sonia Gandhi in Munnar creates a unique dilemma for the Congress-led UDF. Discover how this namesake is reshaping the local election narrative.
Palakkad municipality elections see a complex three-way fight between UDF, LDF, and BJP. With infighting and civic issues like poor roads and waste management taking center stage, voters face a tough choice. Read more.
In a major political shift, MNS Kalyan District President Prakash Bhoir, along with two ex-corporators and hundreds of supporters, has joined the BJP. This move reshapes Dombivli's political landscape ahead of local body elections. Read more.
Centre backs passengers in Rs 50,000 crore airport fee case. UDF could rise 9x in Delhi, 21x in Mumbai if private operators win. Supreme Court hearing on December 3.
Senior AAP leader Rajesh Gupta defects to BJP, accusing Arvind Kejriwal of sidelining dedicated workers. Delhi AAP refutes claims, citing ticket demands. Full story inside.