Page 2 - Archis Mohan/workspace/business Standard Web/undefined

BJP stays firm in Assam: Hindu consolidation, women's schemes help big win

BJP-led NDA heads for a third straight term in Assam, crossing the 100-seat mark, while Congress records its worst-ever showing amid polarised campaigning and welfare push

Rangaswamy-led alliance to return to power in Puducherry; TVK makes inroads

The Rangaswamy-led NDA is poised to secure a majority in Puducherry, while Vijay's TVK makes a notable electoral debut with two seats and a significant vote share

A high-wire diplomacy month for India amid packed global engagements

The marquee engagement will be Prime Minister Narendra Modi's four-nation Europe tour, which includes the India-Nordic Summit and a brief stop in the United Arab Emirates

Route to power, or a rout? Election results for 4 states, 1 UT on Monday

From anti-incumbency to development, here are a few things to watch out for

An 'Election Bill', says Rahul Gandhi on commercial LPG price hike

Opposition leaders criticise steep LPG price hike, warning of impact on small businesses and households, while government cites global energy trends to justify increase

Araghchi dials Jaishankar, discusses energy security, West Asia tensions

India and Iran discussed energy security concerns, Strait of Hormuz disruptions, and preparations for the upcoming BRICS foreign ministers' meeting

Exit polls predict tight finish in WB; mixed signals from TN outcome

The current round of Assembly polls in four states -- Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal -- and the Union Territory of Puducherry concluded on Wednesday evening

FTAs boost global demand for Indian talent, expand mobility options

Mobility provisions in India's trade deals are opening new visa pathways for skilled workers, as countries across Europe, Asia and Oceania seek Indian talent to address labour shortages

Campaigning ends for final phase of Bengal polls amid voter roll concerns

Shah says central forces to be deployed for 60 days more

AAP to move court after RS Chairman accepts merger of 7 MPs with BJP

AAP plans legal challenge after Rajya Sabha Chairman accepts merger of seven MPs with BJP, sparking debate over anti-defection law provisions

Why Modi govt appointed Dinesh Trivedi, a politician, envoy in Dhaka

A profile of Dinesh Trivedi - a TMC founding member-turned-BJP man - ahead of his taking charge

Seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs, including Chadha, announce switch to BJP

Seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs, including Raghav Chadha, announce move to BJP, boosting NDA strength in Upper House ahead of crucial state elections

'In poor taste': MEA on Donald Trump's 'gangsters with laptops' repost

Hours after Trump reposted racist comment, where he referred to India, China and other nations as "hell holes," the US Embassy in New Delhi sought to control damage done by the controversial post

Tamil Nadu, Bengal see highest voter turnout since Independence: EC

Record turnout in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal polls; Election Commission of India hails voters as participation hits historic highs since Independence

India welcomes Japan scrapping its lethal weapons exports policy

India welcomes Japan's move to lift its ban on lethal weapons exports, signalling deeper defence ties and stronger Indo-Pacific security cooperation amid rising regional tensions

Tamil Nadu's all 234 and West Bengal's 152 seats go to polls today

Over 57 million voters in Tamil Nadu and 36 million in Bengal head to polls amid tight contests, heavy security, and high-stakes battles across key regions

India open to South Korean firms in vessel flagging, port infra projects

India pitches ship flagging, seafarer pool and port investments to South Korea, as both sides sign VOYAGES pact and expand cooperation in maritime, energy and climate sectors

Focus on boosting shipbuilding ties: India, S Korea set $50 bn trade target

New Delhi and Seoul agree to deepen strategic cooperation, upgrade CEPA, and boost trade to $50 billion by 2030 amid global uncertainties

PM Narendra Modi leads BJP attack on Opposition for 'betraying' women

PM Modi and BJP leaders step up campaign against Opposition parties after defeat of women's reservation Bill, accusing rivals of misleading voters ahead of key state polls

Key Constitution Amendment Bills since 2014: A look at how they fared

Shifting numbers in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha reshape NDA's strategy, as constitutional amendment Bills face tougher passage despite earlier dominance