2026 elections
Trump Signals Potential Republican Losses in 2026 Despite Claims of Historic Economic Success
Dec 15, 2025 03:01 am CST
President Donald Trump has suggested Republicans may lose the 2026 midterm elections despite his claims of creating "the greatest economy in history." While touting economic achievements, Trump faces declining approval ratings, with only 31% of Americans supporting his economic policies according to recent polls. Inflation, which initially slowed after Trump's return to office, has been rising since April, complicating his narrative of economic success.
AIMIM Bengal Unit Seeks Alliance with Trinamool Rebel Humayun Kabir for Upcoming West Bengal Elections
Dec 12, 2025 08:08 pm CST
AIMIM's Bengal unit chief Imran Solani reveals ongoing alliance talks with Trinamool rebel MLA Humayun Kabir, who plans to launch his own party targeting Muslim voters. AIMIM aims to contest strongly in minority-dominated districts, with Asaduddin Owaisi taking a more aggressive stance in the upcoming West Bengal elections. Solani claims Mamata Banerjee faces challenges due to perceived neglect of minority concerns.
Potential TVK-AINRC Alliance in Puducherry: Vijay's Praise for Chief Minister Signals Political Shift Before 2026 Elections
Dec 10, 2025 07:41 pm CST
Actor Vijay's recent praise for Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy, coupled with criticism of the BJP, has sparked serious discussions about a possible alliance between his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party and the All India NR Congress ahead of the 2026 legislative assembly elections. AINRC leaders describe it as a "50-50" chance, as growing tensions with the BJP and Lieutenant Governor's office create opportunity for new political alignments in the Union Territory.
KA Sengottaiyan Meets Actor Vijay: Former AIADMK Leader Expected to Join TVK Ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections
Nov 26, 2025 08:34 pm CST
Former AIADMK strategist KA Sengottaiyan met with actor Vijay, founder of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), in Chennai following his resignation as MLA. This meeting has intensified speculation about the veteran politician joining the fledgling party, potentially becoming its first major political figure. Sengottaiyan's decades of experience could provide crucial organizational strength to TVK as it prepares for the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections.
The Battle Over Citizenship: Examining the 'Ghuspaithiya' Controversy in West Bengal's Electoral Politics
Nov 07, 2025 09:11 pm CST
This analysis examines West Bengal's controversial Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and the political battle over defining citizenship. The article explores how the identification of "ghuspaithiyas" (illegal migrants) has become central to the 2026 election narrative, impacting both Hindu and Muslim communities while reshaping political alignments between the Trinamool Congress and BJP. The piece highlights the complex history of migration, naturalization, and the critical relationship between citizenship status and welfare entitlements.
Bangladesh's Interim Government Sets One-Week Deadline for Political Parties to Resolve Reform Charter Disagreements
Nov 03, 2025 07:01 pm CST
Bangladesh's interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has issued a one-week ultimatum to political parties to resolve their disagreements over a critical democratic reform charter. Following Sheikh Hasina's ouster in August 2024, the "July Charter" has become central to Bangladesh's political transition, proposing term limits for prime ministers and expanded presidential powers ahead of elections expected in February 2026. Despite key parties signing the document, disagreements persist over referendum timing and content, threatening the reform process.
DMK and Allies Challenge Election Commission's Special Voter List Revision in Tamil Nadu
Oct 28, 2025 02:46 am CST
Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK party and its coalition partners have condemned the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls as politically motivated. Chief Minister MK Stalin's alliance claims the timing and process could disenfranchise voters, comparing it to controversial voter deletions in Bihar. The opposition AIADMK supports the revision, while DMK prepares strategically with a workshop for thousands of election functionaries ahead of the 2026 polls.
Trinamool Congress Launches Unprecedented 100 'Bijoya Sammelani' Meetings Focusing on Electoral Roll Revision Before 2026 Elections
Oct 11, 2025 05:59 pm CST
The Trinamool Congress is organizing 100 'Bijoya Sammelani' meetings in a single day across Bengal, focusing on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and voter outreach initiatives. Coordinated by Abhishek Banerjee's office, this unprecedented campaign features over 50 speakers and represents the party's final large-scale grassroots program before the critical 2026 elections, with special emphasis on electoral roll verification and party worker mobilization.
BJP Reaches Out to Vijay's TVK Party Following Karur Stampede: Strategic Alignment for 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections
Oct 05, 2025 01:19 am CST
Following the tragic Karur stampede, BJP has established communication with actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party, indicating strategic interest in leveraging his popularity for the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections. Both BJP and Congress are reaching out to TVK as national parties see an opportunity to gain ground in a state traditionally dominated by DMK and AIADMK. The political maneuvering comes amid shifting dynamics as parties position themselves against potential anti-incumbency sentiment toward the ruling DMK.
Vijay's TVK Out To Occupy AIADMK Space, 3-Corner Fight In 2026: Congress Leader
Sep 24, 2025 02:58 am CST
Actor Vijay's TVK is a force to reckon with, and the Tamil Nadu elections of 2026 is shaping up to be a tough three-way fight, senior Congress leader and four-time Member of parliament Manickam Tagore admitted to NDTV in an exclusive interview