Muslim representation
Kerala BJP Chief Links Muslim Ministerial Absence to Voting Patterns: "They Don't Vote For Us"
Nov 27, 2025 02:54 am CST
Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar sparked controversy by stating that Muslims lack representation in Parliament and the Union Cabinet because they don't vote for BJP. Speaking at a Kozhikode Press Club event, he challenged the Muslim community's traditional Congress support while highlighting the absence of Muslim ministers in the current government. His comments come ahead of Kerala's local body elections, where BJP aims to increase its vote share from 16% to 25%.
Shifting Political Allegiance: How Muslim Voters Reshaped Bihar's Electoral Landscape
Nov 14, 2025 09:36 pm CST
An analysis of Bihar's Muslim-majority constituencies reveals a complex electoral shift, with the traditional voting patterns showing signs of change. The four districts comprising the Seemanchal region - Araria, Katihar, Kishanganj, and Purnea - demonstrate varying levels of support between the NDA alliance and Mahagathbandhan coalition, reflecting the evolving political dynamics in areas where Muslims constitute up to 68% of the population. This electoral behavior marks a partial departure from historical voting trends, as Muslim representation in Bihar's assembly continues to fluctuate with changing political alliances.
From Rapper to Mayor: How Zohran Mamdani's Unacknowledged Music Email Resurfaced After His Historic NYC Victory
Nov 07, 2025 05:28 pm CST
New York City's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's journey from aspiring musician to political history-maker has captured public attention after music website Stereogum shared his previously ignored 2017 email requesting coverage for his song about Muslim-American experiences. The Democratic Socialist has made history as NYC's youngest mayor and the first Indian-American Muslim to hold the position, celebrating his victory with Bollywood music alongside his filmmaker mother Mira Nair.
Owaisi Slams Tejashwi Yadav For "Extremist" Comment: Political Tension Rises Ahead Of Bihar Elections
Nov 03, 2025 02:54 pm CST
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has launched a fierce counterattack against RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav after being labeled an "extremist," highlighting growing tensions ahead of Bihar's 2025 Assembly elections. Following failed alliance negotiations, Owaisi's party plans to contest 100 seats independently, positioning itself as a third front in Bihar's political landscape and potentially challenging traditional voting patterns in Muslim-dominated regions like Seemanchal.
Former Cricket Star Mohammad Azharuddin Joins Telangana Cabinet Amid Political Controversy
Oct 31, 2025 04:22 pm CST
Former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin has been sworn in as Telangana's newest minister, providing the first Muslim representation in the Congress government's cabinet. The appointment comes amid BJP objections claiming electoral code violations ahead of the crucial Jubilee Hills bypoll, while Congress defends the move as fulfilling their commitment to minority representation.
Bihar Election 2024: How Caste Calculations Drive NDA and Mahagathbandhan Ticket Distribution
Oct 29, 2025 07:26 pm CST
Analysis of Bihar's upcoming assembly elections reveals both the NDA and Mahagathbandhan alliances have prioritized core vote banks over inclusive representation, with BJP focusing on upper castes and non-Yadav OBCs while RJD reinforces its Muslim-Yadav base, showcasing how electoral pragmatism supersedes their public slogans about proportional representation.
Muslim Representation in Bihar Politics: Owaisi Questions Mahagathbandhan's Deputy CM Choice
Oct 25, 2025 09:17 pm CST
Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM challenges the Mahagathbandhan coalition for overlooking Muslim representation in Bihar's leadership, despite Muslims comprising 18% of the electorate. While contesting 32 seats primarily in Seemanchal and Mithilanchal regions, AIMIM questions why Mukesh Sahani from the smaller Nishad-Mallah-Sahani community was selected as deputy CM candidate. Tejashwi Yadav remains unfazed by this challenge, supported by historical voting patterns and AIMIM's limited influence outside Muslim-majority constituencies. The political dynamics highlight complex questions about representation, polarization, and strategic electoral calculations ahead of Bihar's 2025 elections.
Zohran Mamdani Embraces Muslim Identity Amid Rising Islamophobic Attacks in NYC Mayoral Race
Oct 25, 2025 04:29 am CST
Democratic nominee for NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers a powerful response to Islamophobic attacks from political opponents, pledging to embrace his Muslim identity while calling for equal treatment of Muslim New Yorkers. Despite facing accusations related to his faith and criticism of Israel, Mamdani secured the endorsement of House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries as he challenges stereotypes in the contentious mayoral race.
Bihar's Electoral Landscape: How Caste-Based Ticket Distribution Reveals NDA and Mahagathbandhan's Political Strategies
Oct 23, 2025 02:11 am CST
An analysis of Bihar's 2025 elections examining how the NDA and Mahagathbandhan coalitions distribute tickets across various caste groups, revealing significant disparities between demographic reality and political representation. The article explores how upper castes receive disproportionate representation in the NDA while the Mahagathbandhan offers more balanced representation to OBCs, EBCs, and minorities, reflecting deeper strategic and ideological differences between the competing political alliances.
AIMIM to Contest 100 Seats in Bihar Elections After INDIA Bloc Rejection: Owaisi Builds Third Alternative
Oct 11, 2025 05:23 pm CST
AIMIM plans to contest 100 seats in upcoming Bihar assembly elections, significantly expanding from their previous electoral presence. Party president Asaduddin Owaisi aims to establish a third political alternative in Bihar's traditionally bipolar political landscape after being rejected by the INDIA bloc. With elections scheduled for November, AIMIM targets regions with significant Muslim populations while facing accusations of dividing secular votes to benefit BJP.