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Ritu Tawde, Sanjay Ghadi Elected Unopposed as BMC Mayor and Deputy Mayor

February 11, 2026 3:33 PM

Mumbai: BJP corporator Ritu Tawde and Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) corporator Sanjay Ghadi were elected unopposed as the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Wednesday. The development marks a significant leadership change in Mumbai’s civic body. The Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress and other opposition parties did not field their candidates,

US Stays Neutral Ahead of Bangladesh Elections, Emphasises People’s Choice

February 11, 2026 10:28 AM

Washington: The United States clarified its stance on Bangladesh’s upcoming elections, stating it does not support any party and reaffirming that the decision on the next government rests entirely with the Bangladeshi people. “The United States does not take sides in Bangladesh’s elections. The choice of Bangladesh’s next government is a sovereign decision for the

Report Highlights Jamaat-e-Islami’s Contradictory Stance on Sharia in Bangladesh

February 11, 2026 9:30 AM

Dhaka: A recent report revealed that Bangladesh’s radical Islamist party, Jamaat-e-Islami, has shown inconsistency in implementing Sharia, despite many of its supporters historically backing the party in hopes of establishing an Islamic governance system in the country. According to a report in The Diplomat, in recent times, the party’s top leaders have avoided addressing the

Telangana BJP Candidate Reportedly Dies by Suicide Ahead of Municipal Elections

February 10, 2026 1:28 PM

Hyderabad: A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate in Telangana’s municipal elections has reportedly died by suicide, prompting shock and raising concerns ahead of the local polls. The incident occurred in the Maktal Municipality of Narayanpet district late on Monday night. Erukali Mahadevappa, who had filed his nomination as the BJP candidate from ward number 6

Bangladesh Elections: Targetted Hindus Could Decide Outcome Amid Rising Islamist Violence

February 10, 2026 1:18 PM

New Delhi: As the campaign for the February 12 Bangladesh elections concludes, the country faces political turmoil following Sheikh Hasina’s ouster. Reports indicate that minority Hindus have been disproportionately affected amid rising radical Islamist activities under the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government. Interestingly, the Hindu votes are very crucial in these elections. Both the Jamaat-e-Islami and

Adam Schiff Warns Trump’s Call to ‘Nationalize’ US Elections Could Undermine Democracy

February 9, 2026 7:00 AM

Washington: US Senator Adam Schiff has cautioned that former President Donald Trump’s calls to “nationalize” US elections risk weakening democratic institutions at home and harming America’s global credibility ahead of the midterm polls. Speaking on ABC’s This Week, Schiff said Trump appeared prepared to interfere in the vote if Republicans lose. “I think he’ll intend

PM Modi Congratulates Japan PM Sanae Takaichi on Landmark Snap Election Victory

February 8, 2026 11:43 PM

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on her landmark victory in the snap elections, expressing confidence that the India–Japan friendship will scale greater heights under her leadership. “Congratulations Sanae Takaichi on your landmark victory in the elections to the House of Representatives! Our Special Strategic and global partnership

Dhaka Clashes Over Hadi Killing: Over 50 Injured as Police, Inqilab Mancha Activists Face Off at Shahbagh

February 7, 2026 10:40 AM

Dhaka: At least 50 people, including journalists, were injured after violent clashes erupted between police and Inqilab Mancha activists in Dhaka’s Shahbagh area, with law enforcement using baton charges, tear gas, and sound grenades to disperse protesters, reports said. This comes as the journalists have been under constant threat after the interim government took over

Bangladesh Poll a “Sham” With No Credibility, Says Former Foreign Minister

February 6, 2026 9:20 AM

Washington: Bangladesh’s former foreign minister A K Abdul Momen has termed the upcoming parliamentary election a “sham election,” urging the United States to reject the vote and refuse recognition, citing the banning of major parties and denial of full public participation. The election, scheduled for February 12, has been “prearranged,” Momen alleged in an interview

Bangladesh’s Jamaat-e-Islami Pledges Peaceful, Cooperative Ties With India in Election Manifesto

February 5, 2026 12:24 PM

Dhaka: As Bangladesh heads to elections next week, the radical Islamist party Jamaat-e-Islami has pledged in its election manifesto to pursue peaceful and cooperative relations with neighbouring countries, including India, based on mutual respect and fairness. “Constructive relations with neighbouring countries: peaceful, friendly, and cooperative relations will be built with neighbouring and nearby countries —

Elections

Ritu Tawde, Sanjay Ghadi Elected Unopposed as BMC Mayor and Deputy Mayor

US Stays Neutral Ahead of Bangladesh Elections, Emphasises People’s Choice

Report Highlights Jamaat-e-Islami’s Contradictory Stance on Sharia in Bangladesh

Telangana BJP Candidate Reportedly Dies by Suicide Ahead of Municipal Elections

Bangladesh Elections: Targetted Hindus Could Decide Outcome Amid Rising Islamist Violence

Adam Schiff Warns Trump’s Call to ‘Nationalize’ US Elections Could Undermine Democracy

PM Modi Congratulates Japan PM Sanae Takaichi on Landmark Snap Election Victory

Dhaka Clashes Over Hadi Killing: Over 50 Injured as Police, Inqilab Mancha Activists Face Off at Shahbagh

Bangladesh Poll a “Sham” With No Credibility, Says Former Foreign Minister

Bangladesh’s Jamaat-e-Islami Pledges Peaceful, Cooperative Ties With India in Election Manifesto

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