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Supreme Court Issues Two-Week Ultimatum to Telangana Speaker on BRS MLAs' Disqualification Case
Nov 17, 2025 03:42 pm CST
The Supreme Court has given Telangana Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar a two-week deadline to rule on disqualification petitions against 10 lawmakers who defected from BRS to Congress. Chief Justice BR Gavai warned of contempt proceedings, asking where the Speaker "wants to celebrate New Year's Eve" if the ruling isn't made. This case represents a crucial test of India's anti-defection law and could trigger by-elections for 10 seats.
BJP to Get Larger Share in Bihar Cabinet as NDA Secures Overwhelming Victory in Assembly Elections
Nov 16, 2025 05:37 pm CST
The BJP is set to gain greater representation in Bihar's new government while Nitish Kumar remains Chief Minister, following NDA's landslide victory securing 202 seats in the assembly elections. Cabinet formation arrangements indicate BJP will likely get 15-16 ministers compared to JD(U)'s 14, reflecting BJP's stronger 89-seat performance against JD(U)'s 85 seats. The oath-taking ceremony is expected around November 19-20.
How Smaller Parties Shaped Bihar's Electoral Outcome: The Impact of Jan Suraaj, BSP, and AIMIM
Nov 15, 2025 08:30 pm CST
The recent Bihar Assembly elections resulted in a sweeping NDA victory with 202 seats while the Mahagathbandhan secured only 35. This analysis explores how smaller parties like Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party, Mayawati's BSP, and Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM influenced the outcome by collectively impacting results in 63 constituencies where their vote share exceeded victory margins, ultimately fragmenting opposition votes and benefiting the NDA alliance.
2025 Assembly Bypolls Results: BJP and Congress Win 2 Seats Each Across Seven States
Nov 14, 2025 09:54 pm CST
The 2025 Assembly by-elections resulted in an even split between BJP and Congress with two seats each, while regional parties secured victories in the remaining constituencies across seven states and Jammu and Kashmir. The bypolls, held alongside Bihar's second phase elections, showcased diverse political dynamics with significant margins of victory for candidates from various parties including BJP, Congress, PDP, JMM, AAP, and MNF.
BJP's Jay Dholakia Secures Landmark Victory in Odisha's Nuapada Bypoll with Over 80,000 Vote Margin
Nov 14, 2025 09:18 pm CST
BJP candidate Jay Dholakia won the Nuapada assembly bypoll in Odisha by an impressive margin of 83,748 votes, pushing Congress to second place and BJD to third. This significant victory strengthens BJP's position in the state while raising questions about BJD's declining influence following their loss of power in last year's assembly elections.
Arvind Kejriwal Celebrates AAP Victory in Tarn Taran Bypoll: "Punjab Chooses Politics of Work"
Nov 14, 2025 06:18 pm CST
Aam Aadmi Party secured a significant victory in Punjab's Tarn Taran bypoll, with candidate Harmeet Singh Sandhu winning by 12,091 votes. Party chief Arvind Kejriwal attributed the win to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's honest leadership and Punjab's preference for work-focused politics over alternatives offered by SAD, Congress, and BJP.
2024 Bypoll Results: Vote Counting Begins Across Eight Assembly Seats in Six States and J&K
Nov 14, 2025 10:28 am CST
Vote counting has begun for eight assembly seats across six states and Jammu and Kashmir, with significant electoral battles unfolding in constituencies including Budgam, Nagrota, Tarn Taran, Anta, Ghatshila, Nuapada, Jubilee Hills, and Dampa. These bypolls feature contests between major political parties including BJP, Congress, National Conference, AAP, and regional parties, with results expected to provide insights into regional political trends.
RSS Denies Congress Allegations of Hiring US Lobbying Firm, Reaffirms Working Only in Bharat
Nov 14, 2025 07:13 am CST
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has officially denied allegations from the Congress Party about hiring an American lobbying firm. RSS spokesperson Sunil Ambekar stated the organization operates solely within Bharat, rejecting claims by Congress leader Jairam Ramesh that they engaged Squire Patton Boggs to represent their interests in the US. This controversy follows recent discussions about RSS's tax status and registration history.
Tejashwi Yadav Raises Concerns Over Potential Vote Manipulation in Bihar Assembly Elections
Nov 14, 2025 02:22 am CST
On the eve of Bihar assembly election vote counting, Grand Alliance's Chief Ministerial candidate Tejashwi Yadav has expressed concerns about potential result manipulation, particularly in constituencies with narrow margins. He urged the Election Commission to ensure impartial counting amid ongoing controversies over voter list revisions and exit polls predicting an NDA victory.
Jubilee Hills Assembly Bypoll: A Crucial Test for Congress, BRS, and BJP in Telangana's Political Landscape
Nov 13, 2025 09:11 pm CST
The Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election count begins Friday, representing a critical test for Congress, a potential revival for BRS, and an establishment opportunity for BJP in Telangana. With over 1.94 lakh votes cast and 48.49% turnout, this triangular contest between Naveen Yadav (Congress), Lankala Deepak Reddy (BJP), and Maganti Sunitha (BRS) will significantly influence Hyderabad's political narrative ahead of future elections.