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Karnataka election chief asks Rahul to share proof for double voting claim

The Karnataka chief electoral officer on Sunday issued a notice to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, asking him to share documents based on which he had alleged that a woman voted twice. Soon after the notice was issued to the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, the Election Commission once again asked him to either sign a declaration to substantiate his allegations of vote theft in Karnataka, Haryana and Maharashtra or apologise to the nation for making "absurd" allegations. Karnataka's top poll officer told Gandhi that the documents will help his office carry out a detailed inquiry. Gandhi had shown the documents at a press conference in the national capital last week. "You have also stated that as per the records given by the polling officer, Smt Shakun Rani had voted twice... On inquiry, Smt Sakun Rani has stated that she has voted only once and not twice, as alleged by you," the notice read. A preliminary inquiry conducted by the CEO's office also revealed that the tick-marked

Prajwal Revanna convicted, Vice-Presidential election, Anil Ambani, Trump tariffs & more top

A Special Court in Bengaluru convicted former MP and suspended Janata Dal (Secular) leader Prajwal Revanna in one of four rape and sexual abuse cases filed against him. The quantum of punishment

Japanese PM Ishiba denies reports of resignation after poll setback

There's no truth to those reports, Ishiba said after he met with his predecessors and ruling party heavyweights Yoshihide Suga, Taro Aso and Fumio Kishida

Japanese PM to stay on to tackle inflation, tariffs despite election loss

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba 's ruling coalition failed Monday to secure a majority in the 248-seat upper house in a crucial parliamentary election, NHK public television said. Ishiba's Liberal Democratic Party and its junior coalition partner Komeito needed to win 50 seats on top of the 75 seats they already have to reach the goal. With two more seats to be decided, the coalition had only 46 seats. The loss is another blow to Ishiba's coalition, making it a minority in both houses following its October defeat in the lower house election, and worsening Japan's political instability. It was the first time the LDP has lost a majority in both houses of parliament since the party's foundation in 1955. Despite the loss, Ishiba expressed determination to stay on to tackle challenges such as U.S. tariff threats, but he could face calls from within his party to step down or find another coalition partner. I will fulfill my responsibility as head of the No. 1 party and work for th

Japan's ruling coalition likely to lose upper house majority: Exit poll

The LDP, which has ruled Japan for most of the post-war period, had its worst showing in 15 years in October's lower house election

BJP set to reach century mark in Rajya Sabha with latest nominations | Ujjwal Nikam

The BJP is just one step away from achieving a rare milestone - 100 seats in the Rajya Sabha.

Telangana government clears 42% BC quota in local polls | Revanth Reddy | reservation

In a key move to boost representation for Backward Classes, the Telangana Cabinet has approved 42% reservation in local body elections. The decision, based on data from a state caste survey.

Zohran Mamdani's socialist agenda could actually spur faster growth in NYC

Mr Mamdani's campaign focussed on making NYC an affordable place to live

EC overhauls voter turnout reporting ahead of Bihar polls: What's new?

After facing criticism for delays and discrepancies during earlier polls, the EC is moving to a faster, tech-driven system for sharing voter turnout data. Watch the video for details.

The end of Anglo-Americanism: Voters in Australia, Canada reject Trumpism

Over the past few days, Canada and Australia have held national elections. And in both, the centre-left party triumphed over right-wing challengers, whom the electorate identified with Trumpism

PM Modi to chair security meet tomorrow, Canada election results & more top #newsinamin

Days after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the Jammu and Kashmir government has closed 48 of 87 tourist spots, following intelligence warnings of possible further strikes.

Canada election result: Mark Carney leads Liberals to victory

Canada's PM Mark Carney’s Liberal Party is projected to win a fourth consecutive election. Watch the video to know the details.

Canada election 2025: Who will be the next PM?

Canada is voting today, on 28th April, to elect a new government, and it is a close contest between Liberal Party’s Mark Carney and Conservative party’s Pierre Poilievre. Watch the video to know more.

Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan violates ceasefire, Rafale jets, Canada election & more

The Government of India has banned 16 Pakistani YouTube channels for spreading provocative and communally sensitive content, following the tragic Pahalgam terror attack.

CWC to meet today to chalk out future roadmap, discuss poll preparations

A day before the AICC session, the Congress' highest decision-making body CWC will meet here on Tuesday to deliberate on the party's future roadmap, key national issues, organisational strengthening and preparations for upcoming polls. An extended Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting will be attended by its members, permanent and special invitees, Pradesh Congress Committee presidents, Congress parliamentary party leaders, council leaders, Central Election Committee (CEC) members, office-bearers of Congress parliamentary party office, former chief ministers and deputy chief ministers. Around 170 people are likely to attend the meeting at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Memorial. Sources said the CWC is likely to deliberate on the resolutions to be passed at the session. It is also expected to decide on a slew of measures regarding its organisational rejuvenation, including giving more powers to district congress presidents, and ensuring accountability. The party will also finalise

International Women's Day: Centre, states unveil women-focused schemes

The Delhi government is slated to flag off Mahila Samriddhi Yojana while the Maharashtra Assembly will hold a day long special discussion on women's issues on Saturday to mark IWD

Bangladesh EC moving forward with December 2025, June 2026 poll deadlines

Bangladesh's Election Commission said on Sunday that preparations are underway for the general elections, based on the two deadlines set by the interim governmentDecember this year and June 2026, in case of major reforms. Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin made the comments during a discussion with district administration officials in Cox's Bazar, state-run BSS news agency reported. "The interim government has given two deadlines for election, by December or by June next year if there is a major reform," Nasir Uddin was quoted as saying. He said the Election Commission is progressing based on the two deadlines. Asserting that the commission wants to hold a free, fair and neutral election, he said the polls will be "credible" and internationally acceptable. The CEC expressed hope that the final voter list for the next general elections would be available by June this year. For now, the Election Commission's first goal is to prepare an accurate voter list. There are 16 lak

Delhi Election Results: How Congress ate into AAP’s votes

The 2025 Delhi election results are in—the BJP is back in power after 27 years! But did Congress play a crucial role in AAP’s defeat? Despite winning no seats,

Delhi election results: Kejriwal loses New Delhi, AAP Biggies Struggle, BJP dominates

Arvind Kejriwal has lost his re-election bid from the New Delhi Assembly constituency. As of 3 PM, trends show the BJP leading with 47 seats, while AAP lags at 23.

Delhi elections updates: EC assured us of strict action, says Kejriwal after meeting with poll body

Delhi Assembly elections highlights: Catch all the major news developments related to the Delhi elections here