POLITICAL SURVIVAL
Iran's Pezeshkian brings hopes of moderation after routing hardline rival
Iran's newly elected president, moderate Masoud Pezeshkian, aims to ease social restrictions and adopt a pragmatic foreign policy. Pezeshkian, who defeated hardliner Saeed Jalili, is seen as a hopeful figure for peaceful nuclear negotiations and social liberalization. Despite limited power under Supreme Leader Khamenei, Pezeshkian pledges economic revival and increased social freedoms. His victory, supported by the reformist camp, contrasts with the policies of former hardline president Ebrahim Raisi, offering a new direction for Iran's political landscape.
Modi's govt on its last legs, can fall anytime: Congress
The Congress has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of diminishing his legitimacy to "one-third" and his government on its "last legs" and potentially falling anytime. The opposition party's assertion came after Modi's remarks in the Rajya Sabha that he has completed 10 years and 20 more left. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has been referring to Modi as a "one-third PM."
From being twice CM to now union minister, Kumaraswamy demonstrates political acumen again
JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy, a two-time chief minister and five-time MLA, secured a seat in the union council of ministers, showcasing his political acumen.
How brands should inspire politicians to move away from 'divide' and 'drown’ to ‘unify' and 'thrive’
Political parties should be emulating those marketers who have already cracked New India. To narrow-cast our population as a fundamental oneness, courtesy technology and aspiration. Then to engage experientially, with customer-centric regional empathy.
Joe Biden vs Donald Trump: Less disliked will win the US presidential election
Trump's court drama and conviction have not significantly impacted the upcoming election, with supporters rallying behind him despite felony charges. The focus remains on the least disliked candidate for the presidency.
From supremacy to coalition dharma: A new path for BJP
In the aftermath of the Lok Sabha election results, the BJP-led NDA appeared unlikely to reach the majority mark on its own, signaling a return to coalition politics. With allies like TDP and JD(U) in focus, intense negotiations are underway as the BJP navigates forming a government amidst unexpected outcomes. The transition from Modi's majority rule to coalition governance poses challenges and uncertainties for India's political landscape.
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A river once ran through it: The 288-km-long dying Ichhamati is stoking up Bengal's poll furnace
As part of National Waterway 44, Ichhamati forms a 21km riverine border with Bangladesh and flows through the Ranaghat, Bangaon, Basirhat, and Barasat constituencies. Voters in North 24 Parganas' Basirhat and Barasat will cast their ballots on June 1.
Only wave is the heatwave
Coast to coast, cutting across Andhra, Telangana, Karnataka and Maharashtra, local issues are driving the chatter & the voter. That’s not the best news for BJP
BJP slams Rahul, Mamata over reservation issue; accuses INDIA bloc of appeasement politics
BJP leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan accused Rahul Gandhi and Congress of being aligned against lower castes, emphasizing the need for change.
PM Modi sees a big electoral landscape transformation in battleground Odisha
PM Modi has said that the political landscape of Odisha is currently undergoing a significant transformation, with both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) confident of a favorable outcome from their respective election campaigns. Modi has expressed hope and aspiration among the people, particularly youth, women, tribals, and farmers, towards the development-oriented politics of BJP.
Pandian's jibe at BJP: Their campaigners are political tourists who can't even name Odisha capital
V K Pandian, Naveen Patnaik's confidant, criticizes BJP's star campaigners in Odisha as 'political tourists' in an interview. Pandian predicts Patnaik's victory in a sixth term and discloses the oath-taking date. Biju Janata Dal aims for a strong position in the state assembly elections and Lok Sabha polls in Odisha.
People in Odisha have made up mind for change, difficult for BJD to survive: Modi
PM Modi anticipates significant BJP gains in Odisha amid intense anti-incumbency against Biju Janata Dal. Voters inclined towards change in assembly polls alongside parliamentary elections. Anti-Patnaik sentiment fuels positive BJP support. BJP's rise to top spot after hard work highlighted.
Slovakia's PM Robert Fico shot in assassination attempt, deputy says he is in 'very serious' condition
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's condition has stabilised but remains "very serious" after being shot multiple times in a political assault. Surgeons performed a lengthy operation to save the 59-year-old leader, with officials expressing hope for his recovery. The attack, condemned globally, marks an unprecedented event in Slovakia.
Downsides of coalition govt are as exaggerated as virtues of single-party rule
Most people equate a government by a single party that enjoys a majority in Parliament with political stability, efficient decision-making and living happily ever after. In this view, coalitions carry the risk of instability, erratic policy and economic woes. India's own recent history shows that such views are unfounded.
The Biden-Netanyahu relationship is strained like never before. Can the two leaders move forward?
Biden and Netanyahu's strained relationship over the Gaza war and weapons suspension may impact their political futures. Netanyahu faces pressure over Gaza conflict and hostages, while Biden grapples with domestic protests and backlash.
Haryana's Political Chessboard: Nayab Saini government's battle for survival amidst shifting alliances
The Haryana government, led by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, is in crisis as three independent MLAs withdraw their support, following the BJP's split with the Jannayak Janata Party (JJP) and Saini's appointment. The Congress, with 31 seats, gains momentum, challenging the BJP's 40 seats. The JJP's support is uncertain, with Dushyant Chautala facing defections. With 88 members in the assembly, the government is supported by only 43 MLAs, prompting calls for the governor's intervention and speculation about a floor test. Governor Bandaru Dattatreya's role is crucial, given his background as a former BJP leader.
Belagavi: Former Karnataka CM Jagadish Shettar fights for political survival
Shettar returned to the saffron fold in Jan this year. And now, he is pitted against Congress’s Mrinal Hebbalkar, son of women and child welfare minister Laxmi Hebbalkar. Mrinal is contesting for the first time.
Need to reform and reinvent civil services: Former RBI Governor Duvvuri Subbarao
Former RBI Governor Subbarao calls for reforming and reinventing Indian civil services, highlighting the need to restore integrity and professionalism. He emphasizes the significance of political neutrality and a cooling-off period for officials entering politics to uphold democracy.
Scottish first minister Humza Yousaf resigns as SNP leader amid political turmoil
Hamza Yousaf's resignation follows the recent dissolution of the SNP's coalition with the Scottish Greens, a decision that sparked two no-confidence motions from opposition parties, putting Yousaf's leadership in jeopardy.
BJP's Dilip Ghosh faces crucial battle for political survival in Bardhaman-Durgapur seat
BJP's Dilip Ghosh faces tough competition in Bardhaman-Durgapur against TMC's Kirti Azad and Left-Congress' Sukriti Ghoshal, highlighting the battle for political survival and the influence of Bengali sub-nationalism.
The Gandhi dynasty, trailing Modi, battles for political survival this election
Over two dozen opposition parties, including Congress, formed the anti-BJP "INDIA" coalition last year but the bloc has been riven by bickering and defections by important members. Major regional parties such as West Bengal's Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) in Uttar Pradesh have declined to contest the election with Congress and are running candidates against both BJP and the Gandhis' party.
Campaigning at night: Politics active in sleepy Lakshadweep islands
In the tranquil setting of Agatti Island in the Lakshadweep Archipelago, the night buzzed with activity as workers from the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) campaigned for their candidate, Mohammed Faisal PP. Despite the late hour, residents, mostly Muslims, emerged after 10 pm during Ramadan for daily activities, providing a crucial window for campaigning.
Era of Dravidian politics over, DMK will be part of history after 2026, says Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai
Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai expresses optimism about significant gains in the upcoming polls, emphasizing the party's efforts in alliance building and grassroots campaigning. He anticipates a shift in Tamil Nadu's political landscape away from traditional Dravidian politics, citing dissatisfaction with corruption and dynastic tendencies. Annamalai discusses various issues, including alliances, BJP's prospects in Southern states, and criticisms from opposition parties.
Intention behind electoral bonds scheme was good: Gadkari; says no party can survive sans funds
"When Arun Jaitely was (Union finance) minister, I was part of that discussion (regarding electoral bonds). No party can survive without resources. In some countries, governments fund political parties. There is no such system in India. Thus, we chose this system of financing political parties," said Gadkari on a question about electoral bonds. He noted the main intention behind introducing electoral bonds was that political parties get funds directly, but the names (of donors) are not disclosed because "problems arise if the party in power changes".
At their lowest, Left parties in battle for survival: A SWOT analysis
Left parties in the 17th Lok Sabha, part of the INDIA bloc, confront electoral challenges in various states like Kerala, Bihar, and Jharkhand, aiming to regain influence amid declining performance and shifting political landscapes.
Manipur village that survived ethnic violence for last 10 months burned to the ground
Manipur witnessed unprecedented violent clashes, attacks, counter attacks and arsoning of houses, vehicles and government and private properties in more than 10 districts during and after May 3 which the Kwatha Khunou village survived so far.
The virtual world of social communications: Surviving mega-Meta-meltdown
Meta platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, Threads) faced a global outage causing inconvenience to users. The incident revealed flaws in Meta's communication system and had a significant financial impact. It also raised concerns about Meta's reputation and user reliance on its platforms.
Netanyahu's two-front war against Hamas and for his own political survival
On camera Gantz, a former army chief and opposition leader who joined Netanyahu's war cabinet last month, pointedly asked a TV crew to leave him alone with the families. Photos published later showed him hugging individuals in the crowd.
From dictator's kitchens to power struggles, unveiling food politics & chef's survival tactics
Russian President Vladimir Putin's grandfather may have cooked for Stalin, which is a testament to the close relationship between chefs and dictators, says Polish writer Witold Szablowski. In his upcoming book, Szablowski explores how Russia uses food to exert power, highlighting the rise of mutinous warlord Yevgeny Prigozhin, who started by running restaurants that Putin frequented.
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