INDIA bloc
Supriya Sule Defends EVMs: "Won Four Elections on Same Machines" as Opposition Questions Electoral Integrity
Dec 16, 2025 01:08 pm CST
NCP MP Supriya Sule has publicly disagreed with Congress-led accusations of EVM manipulation, citing her four successful elections using the same systems. Her stance contrasts with INDIA bloc ally Rahul Gandhi's claims about electoral integrity, while Home Minister Amit Shah pointed out that EVMs were originally introduced by Congress leadership and only questioned when BJP started winning elections.
Omar Abdullah Distances INDIA Bloc from Congress's 'Vote Chori' Campaign Amid Alliance Tensions
Dec 15, 2025 05:58 pm CST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has publicly distanced the INDIA opposition bloc from the Congress's 'vote chori' campaign, stating that each party has the right to choose its own agenda. This statement comes shortly after Abdullah described the alliance as being on "life support," triggering mixed reactions from coalition partners. While some allies disagreed with his assessment, the BJP claimed the opposition alliance has effectively collapsed following recent electoral setbacks.
Amit Shah Condemns INDIA Bloc's Unprecedented Move to Impeach High Court Judge Over Religious Custom Ruling
Dec 11, 2025 09:15 am CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has criticized opposition parties for attempting to impeach Justice GR Swaminathan of the Madras High Court over his ruling on a traditional lamp lighting ceremony. The controversial decision, which involved a temple near a dargah in Tamil Nadu, has sparked political tension with the DMK-led government claiming the judge showed religious bias. This unprecedented impeachment attempt has raised questions about judicial independence and religious practices in India's secular democracy.
Tamil Nadu BJP Condemns INDIA Bloc's Impeachment Move Against Judge in Temple Lamp Controversy
Dec 09, 2025 08:32 pm CST
The Tamil Nadu BJP has criticized Opposition MPs for seeking the removal of Justice GR Swaminathan over his ruling on lighting a lamp near a dargah at Thirupparankundram temple. Over 120 INDIA bloc MPs submitted an impeachment notice, highlighting tensions between the DMK government and judiciary. BJP leaders accused the DMK of targeting the judge for his Brahmin identity and engaging in appeasement politics, while the Supreme Court has agreed to hear the state government's challenge to the ruling.
Opposition Lawmakers Submit Impeachment Motion Against Madras High Court Judge Over Temple Lamp Controversy
Dec 09, 2025 04:25 pm CST
Over 120 opposition MPs have proposed the impeachment of Madras High Court Justice GR Swaminathan regarding his controversial ruling on lighting a festival lamp at Thirupparankundram Subramaniaswamy temple in Tamil Nadu, highlighting political tensions between the ruling DMK and judiciary ahead of upcoming Assembly elections.
Omar Abdullah Exposes INDIA Bloc Crisis: Opposition Alliance Struggles After Nitish Kumar's Departure
Dec 06, 2025 07:42 pm CST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reveals critical weaknesses within the INDIA opposition bloc, claiming they pushed Nitish Kumar toward the BJP-led NDA. Abdullah describes the alliance as "on life support," criticizing its lack of commitment compared to BJP's electoral strategy and calling for clearer operational structure to prevent further fragmentation of opposition forces.
Congress Calls Review Meeting Following Bihar Election Defeat Amid Vote Theft Allegations
Nov 17, 2025 12:14 am CST
Congress has scheduled a crucial review meeting on November 18 involving leaders from 12 states and UTs undergoing electoral roll revision, following its devastating defeat in Bihar elections. The party has raised serious concerns about electoral integrity, with Rahul Gandhi and senior leadership questioning the Election Commission's role while alleging "vote chori" (vote theft) orchestrated at the highest levels of government.
MK Stalin Questions Election Commission's Integrity Following Bihar Election Results
Nov 15, 2025 12:36 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin congratulated Nitish Kumar on NDA's Bihar victory while criticizing the Election Commission of India for alleged misconduct. As Tamil Nadu approaches its own assembly elections, Stalin's comments highlight growing tensions over electoral integrity, particularly regarding the Special Intensive Revision process being contested by his DMK party in the Supreme Court. The political divide deepens as opposition leaders debate electoral fairness and voter list authenticity.
12 BJP Candidates Face Defeat Despite NDA Wave in Bihar Assembly Elections: Congress Secures 6 Seats
Nov 15, 2025 10:41 am CST
In the recent Bihar assembly elections, while the BJP achieved impressive results with most of its 101 candidates winning by substantial margins, 12 nominees failed to secure victories - some by incredibly narrow margins of just 30 to 178 votes. Meanwhile, only six Congress candidates out of 61 managed to withstand the dominant NDA wave, highlighting the contrasting fortunes of both parties in this significant state election.
Bihar Election Results 2025: NDA's Landslide Victory and the Rise of Women Voters
Nov 14, 2025 09:41 pm CST
The 2025 Bihar Assembly elections resulted in a decisive victory for the NDA coalition, securing over 200 seats in the 243-member assembly. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's JD(U) overcame anti-incumbency to lead in more than 80 seats, while Chirag Paswan made a remarkable comeback with his LJP(RV) winning 22 of 29 contested seats. Women voters played a pivotal role with their turnout exceeding men's by nearly nine percentage points, while the opposition INDIA bloc suffered significant setbacks with RJD and Congress underperforming. The results solidify NDA's position in Bihar politics for a fifth consecutive term under Nitish Kumar's leadership.