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Chennai: The traditional blocs in Puducherry are gearing up for an intense fight this election with fragmented alliances and the entry of new players dismantling the status quo. The poll scene in Puducherry was largely dominated by the two fronts - the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), comprising the AINRC, the BJP, the AIADMK, and now the LJK and the INDIA bloc, comprising the Congress, the DMK, and the VCK. Four time chief minister N Rangasamy faces a litmus test as he bats for a second co ...Read More >
A vibrant Gen-Z themed music video featuring top officials aims to inspire Keralam's youth to actively participate in the upcoming 2026 Assembly elections. The initiative underscores the critical role of voting in shaping government leadership, anticipating the participation of approximately 2.7 crore voters statewide. The Chief Electoral Officer of Keralam, Rathan U Kelkar IAS, and District Collector Anu Kumari IAS of Thiruvananthapuram have engaged in a spirited Gen-Z themed music video desig ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) [India], April 6 (ANI): The Keralam Chief Electoral Officer Rathan U Kelkar IAS and Thiruvananthapuram District Collector Anu Kumari IAS joined in a vibrant Gen-Z themed music video especially made to inspire young voters and boost participation in the upcoming Assembly elections in Keralam. Along with the CEO and Thiruvananthapuram DC, Assistant Collector Sivasakthivel IAS, Election Department Under Secretary Sarin SS KAS, and a dedicated team including BLO Sathyab ...Read More >
Puducherry [India], April 6 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday alleged widespread corruption in Puducherry, claiming that a "30 per cent commission" is being taken on government contracts and accusing the administration of functioning like a "commission agent." Addressing an election rally in Lawspet, Gandhi also raised concerns over governance and law and order in the Union Territory. Also Read | Kerala Lottery Result Today 3 PM Live, Bhagyathara BT-48 Lottery Result of 06.04.2026, ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha (LoP) Rahul Gandhi lambasted Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the rising LPG prices, alleging that the Centre's handling of the crisis has pushed poor and migrant workers into distress. In a post on X, Gandhi said, "Modi ji had said - We will handle the LPG Gas Crisis just like COVID. And indeed, that's exactly what they did. Just like with COVID - zero policy, grand announcements, and the burden on the poor. For migrant workers ...Read More >
Puducherry [India], April 6 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday alleged that the Puducherry government is "imposed from Delhi" and does not represent the will of its people. He also accused the BJP of failing to grant full statehood and fostering corruption in the Union Territory. Voting in Puducherry will take place on April 9. The counting of votes will be held on May 4, the ECI announced. The current term of the 30-member Legislative Assembly of the Union Territory is set to expir ...Read More >
Kannur (Keralam) [India], April 6 (ANI): The residence of BJP worker Majisha Pathayakunnu was targeted with an explosive at Kadirur in Kannur district of Keralam, the police said on Monday. According to the police, the incident took place at around 8:50 pm on Sunday, when two unidentified individuals approached the house of Pathayakunnu and hurled abuses at her. After verbally abusing her, they threw an explosive, which went off with a loud sound. "At around 8:50 pm, two unidentified persons r ...Read More >
Kannur (Keralam) [India], April 6 (ANI): The residence of BJP worker Majisha Pathayakunnu was targeted with an explosive at Kadirur in Kannur district of Keralam, the police said on Monday. According to the police, the incident took place at around 8:50 pm on Sunday, when two unidentified individuals approached the house of Pathayakunnu and hurled abuses at her. After verbally abusing her, they threw an explosive, which went off with a loud sound. Also Read | Delhi Rains-Weather Forecast: Delh ...Read More >
T'puram: Kazhakkoottam, one of the most cosmopolitan and politically dynamic assembly constituencies in Thiruvananthapuram, is witnessing a high-voltage contest, primarily between LDF and BJP. Senior CPM leader and former minister Kadakampally Surendran is seeking a third straight win while BJP has fielded former Union minister V Muraleedharan. Congress-led UDF has nominated veteran T Sarathchandra Prasad, though the alliance faces an uphill task.The constituency, housing Kerala's flagship IT hu ...Read More >
Addressing a party rally at Ghou Manhasan in Marh constituency on the outskirts of Jammu, Karra claimed key decisions regarding Jammu and Kashmir were being taken by the Centre through the Lt Governor despite the presence of an elected government. "The BJP-led central government is treating people here (J&K) as second-class citizens by depriving them of statehood. Key decisions are being taken by the Centre through its nominated head (Lt Governor), despite an elected government being in place," ...Read More >
Srinagar: Prominent climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Sunday said that India was respected for its nationalistic border population unlike China and Pakistan, and labelling people of Ladakh as "anti-national" was a "self-goal" that needed introspection. Wangchuk addressed a huge gathering at Gandhi Park in Kargil, where Kargil Democratic Alliance organised a welcome programme for him after his release from jail. The members of Apex Body Leh, KDA members, Lok Sabha MP from Ladakh and LAHDC (Karg ...Read More >
SRINAGAR: Leh Apex Body (LAB) member and environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk struck a moderate tone Sunday as he urged the Centre to restore democratic rights to the Union territory of Ladakh."....We must keep an open mind and an open heart so that it does not become a question of 'we win, you lose' or 'you win, we lose'. We have to adopt a middle path for a win-win situation," Wangchuk said at a press conference in Kargil after addressing a large gathering that reverberated with chants of "sher aay ...Read More >
New Delhi: BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Sunday accused Keralam Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of double standards, alleging they pretend to be friends in Delhi while opposing each other in Keralam and blamed both for the Sabarimala gold theft and promoting anti-national forces. "Why is Pinarayi Vijayan, who found fault with Rahul Gandhi in Kerala, befriending him in Delhi, Bengal, and Tamil Nadu? Break your friendship in Delhi. Why are you forming an ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 5 (ANI): BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Sunday accused Keralam Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of double standards, alleging they pretend to be friends in Delhi while opposing each other in Keralam and blamed both for the Sabarimala gold theft and promoting anti-national forces. "Why is Pinarayi Vijayan, who found fault with Rahul Gandhi in Kerala, befriending him in Delhi, Bengal, and Tamil Nadu? Break your friendship in Delhi. ...Read More >
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a public meeting ahead of the Kerala Assembly elections, in Thiruvalla, Kerala. PTI picture The same people who called films like Kerala Files, Kashmir Files and Dhurandhar as "lies" are spreading lies about the foreign contribution amendment bill and universal civil code, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in Kerala on Saturday. At a BJP-led alliance's rally in Pathanamthitta district, Modi sought to reach out to the Christian community, a key voting bloc ...Read More >
Kozhikode , April 5 : Ahead of the Keralam Assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday held a roadshow for Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate KP Prakash Babu in the Beypore Assembly constituency. A day earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed confidence that the BJP-led NDA will win Kerala polls and accused the LDF and UDF of "lying" about the FCRA Bill and the Uniform Civil Code. Addressing a rally here, he noted that the law to provide 33 per cent reser ...Read More >
Kannur (Keralam) [India], April 5 (ANI): Ahead of the Keralam Assembly election, 100 per cent webcasting and camera surveillance are being deployed both inside and outside all polling booths in Kannur to ensure a flawless and transparent voting process in the district, authorities said. The cameras are being rapidly installed across the district's 2,177 polling stations. This system allows for the accurate monitoring of voter queues through cameras placed outside each booth. Also Read | UPTET ...Read More >
Kozhikode (Keralam) [India], April 5 (ANI): Ahead of the Keralam Assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday held a roadshow for Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate KP Prakash Babu in the Beypore Assembly constituency. A day earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed confidence that the BJP-led NDA will win Kerala polls and accused the LDF and UDF of "lying" about the FCRA Bill and the Uniform Civil Code. Also Read | Rahul Gandhi Flags Gaps in Women's Safety ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 5 (PTI) The Congress on Sunday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the proposal to increase Lok Sabha seats, saying he is "bulldozing" the move that will work more to the benefit of larger and populous states and is nothing but a "Weapon of Mass Distraction (WMD)". The opposition party also alleged that the prime minister is "hoodwinking" the people of the country and is making misleading statements that are meant to deceive. In a post on X, Congress ...Read More >
Kozhikode (Keralam) [India], April 5 (ANI): Ahead of the Keralam Assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday held a roadshow for Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate KP Prakash Babu in the Beypore Assembly constituency. A day earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed confidence that the BJP-led NDA will win Kerala polls and accused the LDF and UDF of "lying" about the FCRA Bill and the Uniform Civil Code. Addressing a rally here, he noted that the law to pro ...Read More >
Kannur (Keralam) [India], April 5 (ANI): Ahead of the Keralam Assembly election, 100 per cent webcasting and camera surveillance are being deployed both inside and outside all polling booths in Kannur to ensure a flawless and transparent voting process in the district, authorities said. The cameras are being rapidly installed across the district's 2,177 polling stations. This system allows for the accurate monitoring of voter queues through cameras placed outside each booth. Real-time monitori ...Read More >
Thrissur (Keralam) [India], April 5 (ANI): Thrissur West Police on Saturday registered a case following the seizure of illegally distributed household kits by the Election Flying Squad during routine checks ahead of the Keralam assembly elections, according to Keralam Chief Electoral Officer (CEO). The operation was conducted under the supervision of Executive Magistrate Dr Bindu TN, near Olari Parthasarathy Temple and Karthika Super Market. Also Read | Mumbai Human Trafficking: Minor Boy Forc ...Read More >
Thrissur (Keralam) [India], April 5 (ANI): Thrissur West Police on Saturday registered a case following the seizure of illegally distributed household kits by the Election Flying Squad during routine checks ahead of the Keralam assembly elections, according to Keralam Chief Electoral Officer (CEO). The operation was conducted under the supervision of Executive Magistrate Dr Bindu TN, near Olari Parthasarathy Temple and Karthika Super Market. As per the Keralam CEO, the enforcement team discove ...Read More >
Kannur (Keralam) [India], April 5 (ANI): CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat on Saturday praised the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government in Keralam, highlighting its focus on people-oriented development as the key reason for widespread public support ahead of the 2026 assembly elections. Speaking to ANI, Karat said, "All over Kerala, there's a very big campaign, and there is no doubt about it that the people are coming out in huge numbers in support of the LDF for a third term, and that is based on t ...Read More >
Kannur (Keralam) [India], April 5 (ANI): CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat on Saturday praised the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government in Keralam, highlighting its focus on people-oriented development as the key reason for widespread public support ahead of the 2026 assembly elections. Speaking to ANI, Karat said, "All over Kerala, there's a very big campaign, and there is no doubt about it that the people are coming out in huge numbers in support of the LDF for a third term, and that is based on t ...Read More >
Srinagar, Apr 04: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Saturday descended into chaos after a fierce and personal exchange broke out between National Conference (NC) minister Sakina Masood Itoo and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) legislator Waheed-ur-Rehman Para, exposing sharp political differences and triggering noisy scenes in the House. The confrontation began during a discussion when Itoo launched a sharp attack on the PDP, blaming the party for the current political and administrat ...Read More >
Ernakulam (Keralam) [India], April 4 (ANI): Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha (LoP) and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi alleged the presence of a "hidden hand" influencing the Keralam Assembly elections, claiming a tacit understanding between the BJP, RSS and the Left Democratic Front (LDF). Addressing a public gathering in Ernakulam today, Gandhi said the electoral contest may appear to be between the LDF and the United Democratic Front (LDF), but deeper forces were at play. "It seems that th ...Read More >
Idukki (Keralam) [India], April 4 (ANI): Highlighting the "fearless and courageous" spirit of women in Keralam, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday, emphasised the United Democratic Front's (UDF) commitment to ensuring the safety and protection of every young girl in the state. Speaking at a public rally in Idukki, Gandhi stressed the fearless attitude of a young girl who recited Vande Mataram in front of a large crowd. "The young woman who sang ...Read More >
Jammu, Apr 3 (PTI) J&K Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Saturday said that while militancy must be firmly dealt with, care should be taken that innocent people are not harmed, asserting that any such incidents warrant a proper inquiry. The deputy chief minister was reacting to the probe ordered by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha into the Ganderbal encounter. The J&K Assembly witnessed uproar on the final day of the Budget session on Saturday, with members of the National Confe ...Read More >
Alappuzha (Keralam) [India], April 4 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday took a swipe at the Left Democratic Front, stressing there will be nothing "Left" in the LDF following elections, while accusing them of compromising on its main ideology. Addressing a public rally in Alappuzha, the Congress MP asserted that the United Democratic Front had been battling against LDF ideas and the party stood for certain policies due to which they had the word "Left" in their ...Read More >
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