Politics

UP Assembly elections 2017: SP-Congress alliance on the rocks over seat sharing

There had already been speculation that seat-sharing would cause sparks to fly between the SP, the Congress and the Rashtriya Lok Dal.

Jan 21, 2017

The political gets personal at Womens March on London

Up to 80,000 people took part in the Women’s March on London to protest Donald Trump’s presidency. The march set off from the US Embassy and ended at Trafalgar Square where politicians and activists spoke out against President Trump.It was one of 673 similar events taking place around the world. Organisers estimate more than 2 million protesters will march in solidarity with women in the US.

Jan 21, 2017

Assembly elections 2017: Kejriwal wants EC to take away his security cover; censured for breaking poll code

Elections in both Punjab and Goa, where Kejriwal is campaigning for the AAP, are expected to take place on February 4.

Jan 21, 2017

Strength of India-US strategic partnership lies in shared values and common interests: PM Modi

Narendra Modi says he is looking forward to working with US President Donald Trump to further deepen India-US ties.

Jan 21, 2017

Donald Trump in White House: Here are the fun facts about the presidential house

Everything you need to know about the White House is right here.

Jan 21, 2017

Jallikattu protests: Ending confusion, AIADMK says TN CM announces Jallikattu is back

The nod means the bull-taming sport can now be held in Madurai on Sunday, in the presence of TN Chief Minister O Panneerselvam.

Jan 21, 2017

Protesters gather outside US embassy in London in anti-Trump protest

Protesters gathered outside the US Embassy on Grosvenor Square in London, in solidarity with anti-Trump protests in the US. The “Stand Up to Racism” demonstration took place on the day of President Trump’s inauguration.On 21 January more protests are planned, including the Women’s March on London, and others in several UK cities.In total 673 Women’s Marches will take place around the world with more than 2 million participants in total expected.

Jan 21, 2017

Watch President Trump and First Lady Melania on their first dance at Inaugural ball

New US President Donald Trump attended three inaugural balls with the First Lady Melania across Washington DC on 20 January. After appearing at the Liberty Ball, the first couple attended the Freedom Ball at the Washington Convention Center and attended a tribute event where they danced with servicemen and women at the National Building Museum.

Jan 21, 2017

UP Assembly elections 2017: Long-time Mulayam aide Ambika Chaudhary leaves SP to join BSP

The development further weakens Mulayam, whose son and UP Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has already snatched power within the Samajwadi Party from him.

Jan 21, 2017

Jallikattu Ban: DMK working president MK Stalin, Kanimozhi go on one-day hunger strike in support of bull-taming sport

Protesters refused to call off the agitation even after CM Panneerselvam promised that Jallikattu will take place within a day or two.

Jan 21, 2017

US President Donald Trump signs first executive order on Obamacare

Trump's signature sent a strong message that his first priority was to repeal Obamacare that looks after over 20 million Americans.

Jan 21, 2017

Donald Trump supporters explain why they voted for the controversial Republican

With Donald Trump now sworn in as president of the United States, IBTimes UK spoke to his supporters along the inaugural parade route in Washington DC about why they voted for the controversial candidate.

Jan 21, 2017

Thousands protest Donald Trump inauguration on streets of Washington DC

Thousands of people across Washington DC have taken to the streets to protest the inauguration of Donald Trump. Dozens have been arrested throughout the city, and some demonstrators have reportedly clashed with police. Hundreds of activists also gathered on the parade route, in a day long rally organised by the Answer Coalition.

Jan 21, 2017

Police fire tear gas on protesters at Trump inauguration

Protesters descended on Washington on January 20, ahead of the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 45th US president. Clashes were seen between police and protesters, with reports of property damage.

Jan 20, 2017

First fight erupts between Bikers for Trump and Disrupt J20 groups at inauguration

A fight between a member of Bikers for Trump and a member of the group Disrupt J20 broke out near a checkpoint prior to the US presidential inauguration ceremony on 20 January.Bikers for Trump had a permit to hold a demonstration at John Marshall Park, according to the uploader. Thousands of protesters, along with thousands of supporters of President-elect Donald Trump, were expected in Washington for the inauguration.

Jan 20, 2017