The Congress party faces a severe existential challenge in West Bengal, squeezed between Mamata Banerjee's TMC and a resurgent BJP. With no seats in 2021 and shrinking influence, its 2026 prospects look bleak.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the inaugural Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train on January 17. This premium overnight service features 16 coaches and connects West Bengal to Assam.
Congress leadership will meet Tamil Nadu state leaders tomorrow to fine-tune the party's strategy for the 2026 Assembly elections, focusing on alliance talks and grassroots outreach.
Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi alleges West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee is sheltering criminals and anarchists, with a federal agency claiming she removed key evidence from a probe site.
The Jharkhand High Court has made a significant observation, calling the state police raid on the Enforcement Directorate office 'preplanned' during a hearing on a writ petition filed by the ED.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado presents her Nobel Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump. The Norwegian Nobel Committee clarifies rules on prize transfers and refusals.
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Senior leader Roshy Augustine confirms the party's commitment to the Left Democratic Front during a key steering committee meeting in Kottayam.
The BJP takes a commanding lead in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections, overshadowing the much-hyped Pawar family reunion. Early trends show BJP ahead in multiple western Maharashtra cities.
Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde secured a decisive victory in the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation elections 2026. The complete list of winners highlights a strong performance in Maharashtra civic polls.
Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly strongly condemns Iran for the killing of a Canadian citizen during recent protests, calling for accountability.
Four prominent politicians from Punjab have officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, marking a significant political shift ahead of the 2027 state assembly elections.
Political strategist Prashant Kishor accuses a police officer of pressuring the family of a deceased NEET aspirant to compromise in the case. The incident raises concerns over justice and law enforcement conduct in India.
Telangana High Court quashes rowdy sheet against advocate, orders DGP to establish oversight mechanism for annual police record audits to ensure constitutional compliance.
The Supreme Court has stayed a Calcutta High Court order that disqualified Mukul Roy as a West Bengal MLA for defecting to TMC, citing concerns over electronic evidence.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticizes Election Commission for fading ink in Maharashtra polls, using Gen Z term 'gaslighting' to describe alleged manipulation of voters.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar calls economic security paramount, urging India and Japan to lead global de-risking efforts amid geopolitical turbulence at strategic dialogue.
Explore strategic autonomy as India and Europe diversify partnerships to maintain independence amid US-China tensions and shifting global dynamics.
Jharkhand High Court stays police investigation against ED officers, calls Ranchi raid 'pre-planned', orders central paramilitary security for agency premises.
Early trends in the BMC elections show Sena (UBT) leading in around 60 seats, far ahead of Eknath Shinde's Sena at 26, raising questions about Shinde's support in Mumbai.
Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog has opened applications for 530 Patwari (Job Trainee) positions. Candidates with Class 12 qualification can apply online before the deadline.
Lalit Kolhe, a Shiv Sena candidate contesting from jail, wins Maharashtra municipal election. His wife says victory shows public support despite allegations.
BMC election results reveal major shifts in Mumbai's political landscape. Devendra Fadnavis emerges stronger while Uddhav Thackeray survives and Eknath Shinde faces setbacks.
Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM secures its maiden victory in Mumbai's BMC while posting strong performances across multiple Maharashtra municipal corporations.
The BJP-Shinde Sena alliance crosses halfway mark in Mumbai's BMC, ending Thackeray family's 25-year rule. Results show BJP consolidating power across Maharashtra municipal corporations.
The BJP will announce its new party president on January 20, with nomination scrutiny set for January 19. The process is being overseen by Laxman, a BJP Rajya Sabha MP.
Chandrashekhar Bose, a senior CPI(M) leader and former president of the All India Insurance Employees' Association, passed away early Thursday morning at age 103.
Uttar Pradesh's aspirational blocks are becoming inspirational models under the Yogi Adityanath-led government's initiatives, showcasing progress in education, health, and infrastructure.