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Punjab Rural Election Controversy: 48% Turnout Amid Opposition Allegations of Electoral Manipulation
Dec 15, 2025 12:18 am CST
Punjab's rural body elections concluded with only 48% voter turnout amid serious allegations from opposition parties claiming electoral manipulation, violence, and administrative interference by the ruling Aam Aadmi Party. The Shiromani Akali Dal and Congress have demanded investigations into reported booth capturing, ballot tampering, and intimidation tactics, highlighting significant tensions in the state's democratic processes.
Nitin Nabin: From Chhattisgarh Strategist to BJP National Executive President
Dec 14, 2025 11:23 pm CST
Senior Bihar leader Nitin Nabin has been appointed as BJP's National Executive President following his remarkable success in overturning Congress dominance in Chhattisgarh. His strategic approach to organizational restructuring and grassroots management led BJP to decisive victories in both Assembly and Lok Sabha elections, demonstrating leadership capabilities that transcend regional politics.
Kerala Local Body Elections 2025: LDF and UDF in Tight Race as Vote Counting Continues
Dec 13, 2025 01:51 pm CST
The 2025 Kerala local body elections show a close contest between the LDF and UDF coalitions, with early trends indicating competitive races across Grama Panchayats, District Panchayats, municipalities, and corporations. Vote counting began at 8 AM Saturday across 244 centers, with the UDF showing strength in urban areas while the LDF maintains significant presence in rural constituencies. Final results are expected later in the day.
K Kavitha Fights Back: Legal Action Over Land Allegations as She Vows Future Chief Ministership
Dec 12, 2025 05:22 pm CST
Former Telangana lawmaker K Kavitha has issued legal notices demanding apologies for allegations against her husband regarding land dealings. After being expelled from BRS by her father, she has vowed to become chief minister and investigate irregularities dating back to 2014. Kavitha denies all allegations and accuses both BRS and Congress leadership of corruption and political targeting.
Why Congress Avoids Disciplinary Action Against Shashi Tharoor Despite Repeated Meeting Absences
Dec 12, 2025 04:51 pm CST
Shashi Tharoor's third consecutive absence from major Congress meetings raises questions about the party's reluctance to take disciplinary action. Sources reveal this tolerance stems from Tharoor's significant voter influence in Kerala, crucial for upcoming elections, despite tensions with party leadership and his potential Chief Ministerial ambitions.
BJP President JP Nadda Advocates Equal Status for Vande Mataram as National Anthem in Rajya Sabha Debate
Dec 11, 2025 07:43 pm CST
In a passionate debate in the Rajya Sabha, BJP President JP Nadda advocated for elevating the status of the national song Vande Mataram to equal that of India's national anthem and flag. Nadda emphasized the song's historical importance in India's independence movement, criticized the Congress party for diminishing its significance, and called for constitutional recognition of Vande Mataram as a symbol of Indian nationalism and cultural heritage.
Election Commission Extends Special Intensive Revision Deadlines in Six States While Bengal's Timeline Remains Unchanged
Dec 11, 2025 07:28 pm CST
The Election Commission has extended the special intensive revision (SIR) exercise for voter roll cleanup in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands, while maintaining original deadlines for West Bengal and other states. This extension follows criticism from opposition parties about impractical timelines overburdening election officials, with updated publication dates for draft electoral rolls now scheduled throughout December.
PM Modi Praises Amit Shah's Parliament Speech on Electoral Integrity: Countering Opposition Claims with "Concrete Facts"
Dec 11, 2025 01:30 pm CST
Home Minister Amit Shah delivered a comprehensive parliamentary address defending India's electoral system against opposition allegations, particularly Rahul Gandhi's "vote theft" claims. Prime Minister Modi praised Shah's speech for presenting concrete facts that highlighted the robustness of democratic processes while exposing opposition falsehoods. Shah referenced historical electoral practices, defended the Special Summary Revision process, and countered specific allegations with Election Commission clarifications during the heated parliamentary debate.
Amit Shah Defends Electoral Reforms: "No Voting Rights for Infiltrators Despite Opposition Claims"
Dec 11, 2025 08:43 am CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah strongly defended the government's electoral reform policies in Parliament, addressing opposition allegations about the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Shah emphasized the constitutional mandate for voter verification, rejected claims of electoral manipulation, and firmly stated the Modi government will prevent illegal immigrants from obtaining voting rights while preserving India's democratic integrity.
Madhya Pradesh IAS Officer's Inflammatory Remarks Trigger Cross-Party Backlash and Caste Tensions
Dec 11, 2025 02:17 am CST
A controversial statement by IAS officer Santosh Verma has ignited political tensions in Madhya Pradesh, with his remark "No matter how many Santosh Vermas you kill, a Santosh Verma will emerge from every household" uniting BJP and Congress leaders in demands for his suspension. The government faces a delicate balancing act between addressing outrage from Brahmin organizations and avoiding alienation of tribal voters.