Politics
After Panneerselvam and Sasikala's Tussle, A History of 'Resort Politics' in South India
With the political tussle between O Panneerselvam and VK Sasikala reaching fever pitch in Tamil Nadu, ‘resort politics’ is back with a bang.
Bhagwant Mann Wants PM's 'Drinking' Jibe at Him Expunged from Records
AAP MP Bhagwant Mann, who was at the receiving end of the Prime Minister's speech in Lok Sabha on Tuesday, approached the Speaker on Wednesday seeking that the "derogatory" remarks made against him be expunged.
Wasn't Allowed to See Jayalalithaa, Can't Understand Sasikala's Rush to be CM: Panneerselvam
"I never got to see her once even though I went every day for more than 70 days of (Jayalalithaa) her hospitalization. They turned me away saying she is in ICU and her immunity is low so you must cooperate," O Panneerselvam told CNN-News18 on Wednesday mo...
In Uttarakhand, Amit Shah Cleverly Sidesteps Rawat vs Outsider Gambit
The snow clad peaks in the backdrop have stood witness to many political rallies that Pauri Ramlila Maidan has hosted over the years. Tuesday afternoon, again the stage was set, as crowds eagerly awaited for the arrival of the BJP President Amit Shah.
Non-Jatav Dalits and Non-Yadav Backward Castes Become BJP's Key Focus
Amidst the clarion call for vikas (development) and freedom from ‘goonda raj’, there is a very different electoral strategy at work for the BJP in Uttar Pradesh. A strategy which addresses the caste realities and aims at penetrating the BSP's strong Dali...
Shiv Sena Says Hardik Patel Will be its Face for Gujarat Assembly Polls
Amid constant bickering with BJP, Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday said Patidar quota leader Hardik Patel will be his party's face in Gujarat Assembly polls.
All About PH Pandian: The MLA who Claimed Jayalalithaa Was Pushed by 'Someone'
AIADMK MLA PH Pandian on Tuesday dropped a bomb shell alleging that the former Tamil Nadu CM was pushed and collapsed after an argument with someone at her Poes Garden residence in Chennai which may have caused her death.
UP Elections 2017 Live: PM Modi Has Abandoned Farmers, Charges Rahul Gandhi
Mayawati will address two rallies in Agra and Farukhabad, Akhilesh in Sitapur, Rahul Gandhi in Shamli and Mathura. While, Home Minister and BJP leader Rajnath Singh will address a rally in Kasganj, Tundla, Aligarh and Mathura.
Expelled AIADMK MP Opposes Sasikala Becoming CM
Pushpa also alleged Sasikala, who was today elected leader of the AIADMK Legislature Party paving the way for her to become the Chief Minister, had "not done any basic work to the party."
Panneerselvam Makes Way for Sasikala, 'Chinnamma' is New Tamil Nadu CM
VK Sasikala, aide of the late J Jayalalithaa, was elected the AIADMK’s Legislature Party leader on Sunday, paving the way for her elevation as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, replacing O Panneerselvam.
Days Before Polls, Gaurav Bhatia Quits SP, Says Not Joining Any Other Party
In a significant political development ahead of the Assembly Polls in Uttar Pradesh, Gaurav Bhatia, national president of Samajwadi Party’s legal wing, has resigned from the party on Sunday.
BMC Polls: BJP to Contest 195 Seats; Leaves 32 For Allies
The party has left 32 seats for its allies. Today is the last day of filing nominations for polls to Indias richest civic body.
Nitish Kumar Surrounded by Sycophants, Says JD-U Leader; Demands Action
He said Singh and Tyagi had brought party leaders and workers on to the streets.
Maur Explosion: Arvind Kejriwal Demands Immediate Arrest of Sukhbir Singh Badal
Holding the ruling SAD responsible for the Maur explosion, AAP convener and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday demanded the immediate arrest of SAD president and Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal to ensure a peaceful election in the...
In Goa, Shiv Sena Seeks BJP's Report Card Since 2012
Taking on its bickering ally in Maharashtra and Central government, Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray today sought to know the work done by the BJP government in Goa since it came to power in 2012.
Social Media Not a Vote Bank in Punjab Polls
Who says elections are fought on social media? This is not the case in Punjab, at least, where 68 percent candidates from four main parties in contest are still alien to this popular medium. Interestingly, 11 percent of them have not even opened an email...