The Congress has released its first list of 31 candidates for the upcoming Haryana Assembly polls, with wrestler-turned-politician Vinesh Phogat nominated from the Julana constituency and former chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda from Garhi Sampla-Kiloi. The party has also revealed its picks for other key constituencies in Haryana, resulting in heightened anticipation for the upcoming elections. Stay tuned for more updates on the Congress' candidates and their chances at the polls.
After a fierce electoral battle, the results for the Badshahpur Assembly constituency have been announced. With a list of winning candidates from various parties, the people of Badshahpur are eager to know the breakdown of votes and the fate of their chosen candidates. Stay informed on the latest updates and news of the election results for Badshahpur Assembly, and find out which party emerged victorious in this crucial political race.
In a historic victory, the far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party has emerged as the top force in Thuringia's state election, with projections showing them in second place in Saxony. This comes as a new populist party on the left, the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance, has secured a strong showing in both states. The results were disastrous for the ruling parties in Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government, and the AfD's exclusion from coalitions will lead to "exotic" alliances. The controversial AfD leader, Bjoern Hoecke, hailed the "historic" result, while affirming his party's position as the "people's party" in Thuringia.
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) made headlines on Sunday as it won its first state election and came in a close second in another state. This marks a major shift in the country's political landscape and a disappointing outcome for the ruling coalition government. As the country grapples with rising far-right sentiment, many are left wondering what this means for the future of Germany and Europe.
In a move to solidify their position in the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections, the BJP has announced its first list of candidates with 10 Muslim candidates and only one woman candidate. The list also includes candidates from the Parihar community, both of whom are former MLAs. The elections, to be held in three phases, will see a fierce battle between the BJP, PDP, and the National Conference-Congress alliance. The results will be declared on 4 October, along with Haryana, increasing the stakes for the BJP in both states.
A closer look at Dera chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim's frequent paroles and furloughs show a pattern of coinciding with elections in Haryana and other states. Despite objections from SGPC, political support from leaders such as Haryana Jail Minister Ranjit Singh Chautala has resulted in the Dera chief being out of prison for more than eight months of his 20-year sentence. Prison officials claim that Ram Rahim is not receiving preferential treatment, as temporary release is available to all convicts.
In a surprising turn of events, Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been elected as Thailand's new Prime Minister, after months of political turmoil. This comes as a political arrangement brokered by her father, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, resulted in a coalition led by Paetongtarn's party coming to power. However, her election has also been met with criticism due to the family's controversial history in Thai politics, raising concerns about further consolidation of power in the hands of the Shinawatras.
The 2023 Karnataka Assembly Elections are shaping up to be a direct contest between the ruling BJP and Congress, with the potential of the Janata Dal - Secular (JD-S) playing the role of kingmaker. Top candidates include former CM Siddaramaiah, current CM Basavaraj Bommai, and Congress president DK Shivakumar. The results of this election will have a crucial impact on the state as well as set the tone for the BJP's future in South India. Stay tuned for the results on May 13!
After almost a decade since the scrapping of Article 370 in 2019, the Election Commission has announced that the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections will be held in three phases starting from September 18, and the results will be declared on October 4. The announcement has been welcomed by the Congress and CPI (M), who eagerly await the restoration of democracy in the Union Territory. In other news, the J&K government's sudden reshuffling of 198 officers has raised concerns, leading to the National Conference seeking the intervention of the Election Commission. Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee led a protest rally demanding justice for a doctor who was allegedly raped and murdered at a state-run hospital.
The Election Commission of India is set to announce the schedule for assembly elections in Haryana and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. The schedule will include dates for filing nominations, polling, and declaration of results. This announcement comes after the Supreme Court's directive to conclude the election process in J&K by September 30, 2024, and the recent review of poll preparations by the poll body in the region. In addition, the schedule for the assembly elections in Maharashtra is also expected to be announced by the election commission soon.