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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.
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.
Karnataka Political Unity: Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar's Strategic Breakfast Diplomacy With 'Naati Koli'
Dec 02, 2025 01:30 am CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar demonstrate political unity through their second scheduled breakfast meeting featuring 'naati koli' (country chicken). This diplomatic engagement, backed by Congress central leadership, aims to strengthen their collaborative governance efforts and dispel rumors of internal party factions.
Power Struggle Intensifies: Shinde Allies Claim He Will Return as Maharashtra Chief Minister
Nov 28, 2025 01:05 am CST
The political tensions between Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena and BJP in Maharashtra are escalating as Education Minister Dada Bhuse publicly declares Shinde will lead the state again, despite losing the Chief Minister position to Devendra Fadnavis after the 2024 elections. Meanwhile, corruption allegations between the parties further complicate Maharashtra's political landscape.
Karnataka Congress Power Struggle: How Rahul Gandhi Holds the Key to Resolving Siddaramaiah-DK Shivakumar Tussle
Nov 27, 2025 05:23 pm CST
The article examines the complex political dynamics within Karnataka's Congress party, focusing on the power struggle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. It analyzes the demands of both leaders, the role of other influential figures like Mallikarjun Kharge, and explains why Rahul Gandhi has become central to resolving this leadership challenge while navigating delicate caste equations that could impact the party's future in Karnataka.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameswara Confirms Interest in Chief Minister Position Amid Leadership Change Speculation
Nov 23, 2025 10:44 pm CST
Karnataka's Home Minister G Parameswara has acknowledged his candidacy for the Chief Minister position if a leadership change occurs in the state. While downplaying the competition, he noted that no discussions have taken place among party leadership. As the Congress government approaches its halfway mark in November, speculation continues despite the party's denial of any power rotation agreements between current leaders.
Nitish Kumar's 10th Term as Bihar CM: Portfolio Allocations Reveal Shifting Power Dynamics with BJP
Nov 21, 2025 10:46 pm CST
In Bihar's political landscape, Nitish Kumar begins his unprecedented 10th term as Chief Minister following JDU's impressive electoral comeback. However, significant changes mark this administration, notably his surrender of the Home Ministry portfolio to BJP's Samrat Choudhary after nearly two decades of control, signaling evolving power dynamics within the ruling alliance and possible succession planning.
DK Shivakumar Hints at Stepping Down as Karnataka Congress Chief Amid Chief Minister Succession Talks
Nov 20, 2025 02:26 am CST
Senior Congress leader DK Shivakumar has indicated he may resign as Karnataka Congress president after nearly six years in the role, reigniting speculation about the rumored power-sharing agreement with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. This development comes amid persistent demands from Shivakumar's supporters for him to assume the Chief Minister position, potentially removing a key obstacle in his political ascension as the 'one man, one post' rule would no longer apply.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah Dismisses Leadership Change Speculation Despite Deputy's Supporters' Demands
Nov 03, 2025 03:29 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah firmly rejects speculation about leadership changes in the state government, expressing frustration at persistent questions regarding a potential power transition to Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. Despite rumors of a "November revolution" as the Congress government reaches its mid-term mark, both leaders emphasize unity while deferring to the party high command's authority on leadership decisions.
Nitish Kumar Appeals for Re-election: Transforming Bihar from "Insult to Respect" Through Inclusive Development
Nov 01, 2025 02:43 pm CST
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has released a video message highlighting his administration's achievements since 2005, emphasizing inclusive development across all communities and requesting voter support for NDA candidates in the upcoming two-phase assembly elections scheduled for November 6 and 11. Kumar claims his leadership has transformed Bihar's reputation from "a matter of insult" to "a matter of respect."