Politics
Following the recent state assembly elections, Tamil Nadu Governor RajendraVishwanathArlekar has officially asked C. Joseph Vijay, president of the TamilagaVettriKazhagam (TVK), to provide documented proof of support from at least 118 MLAs before he can be invited to form a new government.
The murder investigation of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, gathered pace after police recovered the motorcycle and car allegedly used in the attack that shook West Bengal’s political circles. Rath was shot dead late Tuesday night near Madhyamgram in North 24 Parganas district while travelling in an SUV along Jessore Road.
Dev Adhikari has become a rare voice of reconciliation within the TMC following the 2026 election debacle. By acknowledging the BJP’s mandate and calling for a collaborative approach to governance and culture, the superstar-politician is pushing for a peaceful transition. His specific plea to protect Tollywood from political divisions sets a hopeful tone for the state’s artistic and social future under new leadership.
In a significant de-escalation of the 2026 conflict, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced an indefinite extension of the ceasefire with Iran following a formal mediation request from Pakistan. The decision, revealed just hours before the initial two-week truce was set to expire on April 22, provides a critical window for diplomatic negotiations in Islamabad. While Trump has halted active combat operations, he maintains a strict naval blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz, demanding a “unified proposal” from Tehran’s leadership before a permanent settlement is reached. Despite the temporary reprieve, the region remains on edge as high-level diplomatic visits, including a planned trip by Vice President J.D. Vance, have been paused pending Iran’s formal response to the latest peace framework.
Bulgaria has voted for a radical change. By handing a landslide victory to Rumen Radev’s Progressive Bulgaria party, voters have chosen a leader who promises to end years of political chaos while pivoting toward a more pro-Russian foreign policy. With 44.5% of the vote and an absolute majority in parliament, Radev is now set to become Prime Minister, a move that could significantly challenge the European Union’s stance on energy and the conflict in Ukraine.
In a significant show of opposition unity ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Arvind Kejriwal joined Chief Minister M. K. Stalin on the campaign trail, addressing rallies and participating in a high-energy roadshow in Chennai. The joint appearance underscores growing cooperation among regional parties seeking to strengthen their position against the BJP in key states.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address a large women’s convention in Varanasi on April 28, 2026, during a two-day visit to his parliamentary constituency. The event, often referred to as a Mahila Sammelan, is expected to witness participation from thousands of women and is being seen as a significant political outreach programme ahead of upcoming elections.
In a significant legislative setback, the Indian government failed to pass the Constitution (131st Amendment)…
Tehran/Washington, April 18: Iran has firmly rejected claims by former U.S. President Donald Trump that…
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