Popular political strategist Prashant Kishor denies working for the Telugu Desam Party, but sources suggest he has been advising the party and its leader N Chandrababu Naidu on election strategies and candidate selection.
President William Ruto, Chief Justice Martha Koome, and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula held talks where they agreed that corruption is an existential threat to the nation and that there should be no sacred cows in fighting against it in all three branches of government, and they committed to developing policies and legislative proposals to enhance the fight against corruption and improve service delivery.
YSR Congress Party Lok Sabha member Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu has resigned from both his Lok Sabha membership and the primary membership of the party due to indications that he would not be receiving the party ticket for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, leading to speculation that he may join the Telugu Desam Party.
YSRC MP Lavu Sri Krishna Deva Rayulu has resigned from his position and party membership after disagreements with the high command over ticket allocation, and is likely to join the TDP, causing potential trouble for the YCP in the upcoming elections.
The Assam government has denied permission for Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra to use arterial roads in Guwahati, instead directing it to travel via the National Highway 27, sparking accusations from the Congress that the government is creating hurdles in the yatra.
A manifesto by the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) calls for term limits for the prime minister, gender and minority consideration in ticket distribution, and the elimination of colonial examinations for civil service recruitment.
YS Jagan Mohan Reddy surprises again with the selection of a relatively unknown SC candidate, Eera Lakkappa, as the MLA candidate, prompting speculation on whether these new candidates will maintain their integrity or fall prey to corruption.
Former chief of I-PAC, Prashant Kishor, has clarified that he will not be working with Chandra Babu Naidu or Jagan Mohan Reddy for the 2024 elections in Andhra Pradesh, after meeting with Naidu upon the insistence of a mutual friend.
Embattled tycoon Daim Zainuddin's wife, Na’imah Abdul Khalid, warns Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim about the transitory nature of power and the consequences for its misuse.
Hunter Biden initially insisted on knowing the identities of buyers of his artwork, but later retracted the directive, according to testimony from his gallery director, raising questions about the ethics safeguards surrounding the sales and contradicting statements by the White House.
The 16 lawmakers of Plateau State House of Assembly elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party plan to resume their legislative duties despite being sacked by the Court of Appeal, while the All Progressives Congress considers their plan to be a threat to democracy and an invitation to anarchy.
The Northern Senators Forum has criticized the N28.7tn 2024 budget, claiming that it unfairly favors other regions and that some federal agencies are being relocated to Lagos, but the senators have vowed to address these concerns and seek an amicable resolution, even considering legal action if necessary.
Rep. Barbara Lee pressed Rep. Adam Schiff to back a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war, calling the Israeli military operation in Gaza "counterproductive to Israeli security."
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy criticized the conservative Freedom Caucus for hindering the ability of Republicans to govern and for promoting Democratic policies.
Russian lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow the state to seize property from individuals who criticize Putin's invasion of Ukraine.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's political career is being threatened by competing forces from within his own UDA party and his Mount Kenya base, with calls for him to be replaced as President William Ruto's deputy in 2027 and schemes by other politicians positioning themselves as the next political kingpin in the region.
Republican Rep. Pete Stauber is being called out for taking credit for a bridge project in Minnesota that he voted against, highlighting the hypocrisy of lawmakers who vote against bills but claim credit for the benefits they bring.
Minnesota Republican Rep. Pete Stauber, who had previously voted against the bipartisan infrastructure bill, is now taking credit for the federal funds allocated to build a new bridge, sparking accusations of hypocrisy from Democrats.
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who is currently imprisoned, has revealed that part of his morning routine in jail involves being forced to listen to a pro-Putin pop singer at 5am, including the patriotic song "I am Russian," performed by a singer named Shaman.
Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison will resign from politics and make a formal statement when parliament returns in February, following the Liberal Party's election loss in 2022 and his interest in working in the defense sector.
Russian President Vladimir Putin did not declare the 1867 sale of Alaska to the United States as "illegal," debunking a viral social media post and article.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has nullified the N800bn budget signed into law by Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and ordered him to present the budget afresh to the legislature, prompting protests by civil society organizations warning against presenting the budget again.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. faced backlash for arriving at a Coldplay concert in Manila by helicopter, leading to accusations of wasting public resources and failing to address transportation issues.
Texas Congressman Clay Higgins accuses the Biden administration of "staging a civil war" over the border and calls on Texas to "stand their ground," following the Supreme Court ruling in favor of the administration's control of the southern border.
Republican Rep. Dan Meuser is demanding an IRS investigation into the $240,000 in loan repayments received by President Biden from his brother, raising concerns about the legality and transparency of the loans.
Relatives of Israeli hostages held by Hamas storm a committee meeting in Israel's parliament, demanding a deal for their release, as international pressure mounts for Israel to negotiate on the creation of a Palestinian state after the war.
Senate negotiators are working on a deal for border policy changes that could open the door for Republican votes to provide aid to Ukraine, although the legislation faces skepticism from both political parties.
A new Florida bill proposes creating a fund that would provide up to $5 million in grants to pay the legal fees of former President Donald Trump or any other Florida resident running for president who has faced "political discrimination."
Democratic lawmakers are urging Congress to halt the reinstatement of the China Initiative, a controversial Trump-era program that faced accusations of racial profiling toward Asian scientists.
Georgia Senate Republicans have filed legislation to create a special panel to investigate Fulton District Attorney Fani Willis, who indicted former President Donald Trump, citing accusations of an improper relationship with an investigator.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz criticized Rep. Peter Stauber for celebrating the arrival of $1 billion in federal funds for an infrastructure bill he voted against, stating that Stauber had voted against every component of the bridge that the funds would be used for.
Opposition leaders divided in their approach as Rahul Gandhi protests police barricades in Assam while Mamata Banerjee questions BJP in Kolkata and Uddhav Thackeray performs aarti in Ayodhya, with Akhilesh Yadav and other Congress leaders maintaining a strategic silence on the Ram Lalla consecration.
Israel has proposed a two-month ceasefire to Hamas, offering the return of hostages in exchange for their bodies and the release of Palestinian prisoners based on certain criteria.
Sen. Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa calls on Malacañang to be honest about the International Criminal Court (ICC) probe into the drug war, following claims by former Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV that ex-President Rodrigo Duterte will soon be ordered arrested.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has hinted at expanding stage 3 tax cuts to help lower-income earners, but did not comment on reports that the tax cut for the highest earners could be trimmed.
Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy accuses the House Freedom Caucus of obstructing Republican governance.
Florida state Sen. Ileana Garcia has proposed the Freedom Fighters Fund, which would provide millions of dollars in state funds to Donald Trump and other "credible candidates" to help cover their legal fees.
The House of Lords has voted against the ratification of the UK's new treaty with Rwanda, potentially damaging the Safety of Rwanda Bill, despite Rishi Sunak's plea for peers not to interfere.
Peers in the House of Lords voted to delay ratifying a treaty with Rwanda, dealing a major blow to PM Rishi Sunak's Rwanda deportation plan.
Members of the California congressional delegation have sent a letter to Los Angeles Times leadership expressing concerns about impending newsroom cuts and urging collaboration between the publication and its union.
The leader of the Abu Dhabi-backed bid for The Telegraph, Jeff Zucker, attended a Conservative networking lunch alongside the Prime Minister and Culture Secretary, with discussions ongoing regarding the approval of the takeover.
United Kingdom High Court judge has rejected an application by Altaf Hussain, leader of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), to dismiss a defamation case brought against him by former MQM Rabita Committee member Tariq Mir, ruling that the case must proceed to trial.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed its support for President Bola Tinubu's administration and urged Nigerians to remain hopeful and patient amidst the economic reforms being undertaken.
French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the importance of cooperation between Germany and France in solving difficult issues during a ceremony honoring the late German politician, Wolfgang Schäuble.
French President Emmanuel Macron paid tribute to the late German lawmaker Wolfgang Schäuble, emphasizing the importance of cooperation between Germany and France in solving difficult issues.
Frustrated relatives of Israeli hostages stormed a parliamentary committee meeting demanding more action to bring their loved ones home, while Israeli officials say dozens of people still remain in Hamas captivity in the Gaza Strip.
The 58 northern senators claim that the 2024 budget is unfair to the North and criticizes the relocation of federal agencies to Lagos, stating their commitment to address these concerns through dialogue, collaboration, and legal measures if necessary.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing immense pressure from both a hostage deal and the US' plan for Gaza, and he has lost control of his own lying as a result.
Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis is backing a bill that would establish a $5 million fund to assist in covering former President Donald Trump's legal expenses.
Senator Tim Scott has questioned Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen over allegations that federal officials instructed banks to share customer data related to transactions flagged with terms such as "TRUMP" or "MAGA," raising concerns about privacy violations and the targeting of citizens exercising their constitutional rights.