The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is on course to secure a significant victory in the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections from West Bengal after divisions within the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) resulted in rival factions deciding against entering the contest. The development has dramatically altered the political equation in the state and is expected to strengthen...
In a significant development that could have far-reaching implications for Odisha’s political landscape, Odisha Legislative Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy has dismissed petitions filed by both the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and the Congress seeking the disqualification of 11 legislators accused of cross-voting during the Rajya Sabha elections. The decision brings an end, at least for...
In a significant development concerning the electoral process and judicial intervention in election-related disputes, the Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed a petition filed by Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan challenging the rejection of her nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha elections. The apex court observed that the appropriate forum for addressing such grievances lies with the...
A fresh political controversy has erupted after the nomination of Congress candidate Meenakshi Nataraj for the Rajya Sabha elections was rejected, prompting strong reactions from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which has alleged a deliberate political conspiracy behind the development. The rejection has intensified the political atmosphere ahead of the upper house elections, with BJP...
The ruling Congress party in Karnataka is once again witnessing signs of internal strain as tensions between supporters of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar continue to dominate the political landscape. Fresh disagreements over cabinet reshuffles, Rajya Sabha representation, and growing political influence within the state unit have reignited speculation about an...
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is preparing to announce its nominees for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Jammu & Kashmir, with party sources indicating that three candidates are likely to be named imminently. A high-level meeting in Srinagar is expected to finalize the roster, signaling the party’s bid to strengthen its parliamentary presence in...