Congress Conditional Support to Vijay's TVK in TN
Congress, with five seats in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, offers conditional support to Vijay's TVK, seeking two cabinet posts and board chairmanships.
Congress, with five seats in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, offers conditional support to Vijay's TVK, seeking two cabinet posts and board chairmanships.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee refuses to resign despite election loss. What do constitutional rules say about a chief minister staying in power after losing polls?
Following post-poll violence in West Bengal, the Chief Election Commissioner has ordered strict action and enhanced patrolling to maintain law and order in affected areas.
A roundup of reader opinions and editorial commentary published in Deccan Herald on May 6, 2026, covering diverse topics from politics to social issues.
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RecommendedA political cartoon from Deccan Herald humorously comments on a leader's refusal to resign despite electoral defeat, highlighting typical political stubbornness.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated he will visit Delhi only when the party high command summons him, amid speculation of a power tussle with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar.
Explore how Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy and ideas shaped India's freedom movement, emphasizing his role as a profound thinker beyond political leadership.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate an event celebrating B.S. Yediyurappa's 50 years in politics, highlighting his contributions to Karnataka and the BJP.
The TMC's reliance on Muslim votes backfired as a significant section shifted to opposition, impacting the party's performance in recent elections.
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RecommendedHimachal Pradesh Governor emphasizes the role of patriotism and youth power in nation building, urging young people to contribute to India's development.
The Congress party faces a national paradox: gaining ground in southern states while losing influence in the north, reflecting shifting political dynamics.
Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) is a complex military construct with multiple concepts and debates. India's journey toward MDO involves integrating land, air, sea, space, and cyber domains.
The West Bengal election verdict indicates a deeper political reconfiguration, reflecting public impatience with misgovernance, unemployment, political violence, and lack of institutional credibility.
RJD chief Lalu Prasad's daughter Rohini Acharya accused BJP of winning West Bengal polls through fraud, comparing Mamata Banerjee to Rani of Jhansi. BJP rejected the allegations.
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RecommendedRajya Sabha MP Kartikey Sharma assured Ambala City residents of continuous development after BJP mayoral candidate Akshita Saini and others won. He emphasized transparency and good governance.
In Dakshina Kannada, permanent teachers are pooling portions of their salaries to support honorary teachers as aided schools struggle with vacancies and financial constraints, preventing closures.
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant reviewed the Rs 46-crore Mapusa river rejuvenation project in Guirim, aimed at preventing waterlogging and flooding in low-lying areas. The project includes desilting, embankments, and a pumping system.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma accused Congress of politicising Zubeen Garg's death, saying it led fans to reject the party. He also blamed Pawan Khera for Gaurav Gogoi's defeat.
After a crushing defeat in Assam assembly elections, Congress state president Gaurav Gogoi said the party accepts the verdict but will firmly defend the Constitution and democracy.
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RecommendedBJP intensified efforts to form the next Assam government, appointing JP Nadda as central observer and Nayab Singh Saini as co-observer. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma met RSS leaders and allies.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini targeted Congress at a women's torch march in Ambala, accusing it of opposing 33% reservation for women in legislatures and warning of electoral consequences.
Congress faces a tough task in Kerala as three top contenders—K C Venugopal, Ramesh Chennithala, and V D Satheesan—vie for the CM post. Observers may seek a resolution authorizing the central leadership to decide.
BJP leader Lanka Dinakar says party victories in West Bengal, Assam, and Puducherry show strong endorsement of PM Modi's leadership and double-engine governance.
A KPCC office-bearer has filed a complaint against an individual for posting hateful messages on WhatsApp targeting Virajpet MLA AS Ponnanna. Police have registered a case under relevant sections.
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RecommendedAssam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that all five states bordering Bangladesh are now aligned with the Centre after the BJP's win in West Bengal, enabling a cohesive effort to secure the sensitive Siliguri corridor and eastern India.
CCTV footage in Harapanahalli shows masked men carrying sharp weapons, triggering security concerns. Residents demand increased night patrolling after burglary reports.
Suvendu Adhikari is the frontrunner for BJP's CM candidate in West Bengal, but other contenders are being discussed. His strong Hindutva stance and criticism of Mamata's Muslim appeasement keep him in focus.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said all 'credible' Hindu leaders will join BJP in five years, citing Congress blunders leading to its worst performance in 25 years.
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren issued instructions to prevent drug abuse, illegal poppy cultivation, and organised crime during a high-level meeting, emphasising priority for missing women and children cases.
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RecommendedA 45-year-old woman in Belagavi was seriously injured after her son-in-law allegedly stabbed her following a dispute over video calls to see his baby. He has been arrested.