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West Bengal assembly bypolls: Trinamool, BJP, Congress lead in one seat each

In Kaliaganj, BJP contestant Kamal Chandra Sarkar was leading by 1,600 votes over his Trinamool Congress rival.

Nov 28, 2019

Karnataka bypolls: JD(S) extends support to BJP, CM Yediyurappa rejects offer

Addressing a public rally in Karnataka's Ballari, Kumaraswamy said that JD(S) is ready to support the saffron party for December 5 bypolls as he does not want the people to suffer another mid-term election.

Nov 26, 2019

Big SC verdict: Maharashtra floor test tomorrow, proceedings to be telecast live

Shiv Sena-Congress-NCP are seeking an immediate floor test to avoid horse-trading and "illegal manoeuvres".

Nov 26, 2019

Why is anti-defection law crucial in Maharashtra?

Introduced as a deterrent to prevent elected MLAs and MPs from switching parties in 1985, the law lays down the process by which legislators may be disqualified on grounds of defection.

Nov 24, 2019

Ajit Pawar 'backstabbed' Sharad Pawar, says NCP leaders

BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis along with Sharad Pawar's nephew Ajit Pawar took oath as the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister of the state, respectively.

Nov 23, 2019

Amit Shah: The undisputed 'Chanakya' of Indian politics

How Maharashtra political events proved Amit Shah is the undisputed "Chanakya" of Indian politics.

Nov 23, 2019

Maharashtra power twist LIVE updates: Uddhav Thackeray's 'surgical strike' jibe at BJP during NCP-Sena presser

Devendra Fadnavis was sworn for the second term as Maharashtra Chief Minister on Saturday with NCP leader Ajit Pawar as his deputy.

Nov 23, 2019

Devendra Fadnavis sworn-in as Maharashtra CM, Ajit Pawar becomes deputy CM

In an incredible turnaround, a BJP-led government, headed by Devendra Fadnavis has come to power in Maharashtra.

Nov 23, 2019

'Love Jehad' in Meerut: Girl taken to Dubai, BJP raises issue in Parliament

The victim's parent met the BJP MP and later the matter was brought into the notice of SSP Meerut.

Nov 22, 2019

Maharashtra power play: NCP-Congress to meet again in 2 days after Pawar-Sonia meet

The meeting between Sharad Pawar and Sonia Gandhi took place amid no consensus of government formation by Shiv Sena, Congress and NCP.

Nov 19, 2019

Parliament winter session begins: Citizenship Bill, economic slowdown among key bills to be discussed today

This year, the winter session of the parliament marks the 250th session of the Rajya Sabha and also the commencement of the second parliament session of the BJP-led NDA government. The session is scheduled to end on December 13.

Nov 18, 2019

Poll code violation in Karnataka: Rs 95 lakh, liquor and sarees seized by EC

The EC officials seized Rs 95 lakh in cash, 66 litres of alcohol valued at Rs 83,000 and 30,000 sarees from the poll-bound constituencies.

Nov 18, 2019

Maharashtra govt formation: Final decision to be taken in next 2 days, says NCP

Nawab Malik, the National spokesperson of the NCP, told media persons that NCP President Sharad Pawar will meet interim Congress President Sonia Gandhi in New Delhi on Monday.

Nov 18, 2019

Parliament to heat up this winter session as Govt set to table Citizenship (Amendment) Bill

The BJP-led NDA government introduced the bill in its previous tenure as well but could not push it due to vehement protests by opposition parties, which criticised the bill as discriminatory on religious grounds.

Nov 16, 2019

Maharashtra Governor invites NCP to form govt after Sena losses face: Development so far

The NCP, which has time till 8.30 pm on Tuesday to show letters of support, said they will take a call after meeting with Congress.

Nov 12, 2019

BJP dumps Shiv Sena; won't form govt in Maharashtra

Chandrakant Patil said that the Shiv Sena can go ahead and form a government in alliance with the Congress.

Nov 10, 2019

Ayodhya dispute explained: Here's the timeline of a nearly 500-years old case

As the entire country gets ready for the Supreme Court judgment on the Ayodhya case, here is a look back at the key events in the story.

Nov 8, 2019

Did Rajinikanth shatter BJP's dream to gain foothold in Tamil Nadu with his latest statement?

Rajinikanth, who has completed his latest film Darbar, has said that he will not fall into BJP's trap to saffronise him.

Nov 8, 2019

BJP pushing Maharashtra towards President's Rule, claims Shiv Sena

Going by precedents and conventions, the Governor may invite the single-largest party - the BJP now - to explore possibilities of forming a stable government.

Nov 8, 2019

Maharashtra tussle continues: BJP netas meet Governor, Sena shifts MLAs to hotel

The legislators, who are from Mumbai and different parts of Maharashtra, are expected to be lodged at the Hotel Rangsharda near the Bandstand in Bandra West.

Nov 7, 2019