DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin states that his party is not against the Ram temple at Ayodhya but is opposed to its construction after demolishing a mosque.
The House of Commons has approved a bill that aims to stop legal challenges against the UK government's plans to send asylum seekers to Rwanda, with 320 votes for and 276 votes against, but it is expected to face opposition in the House of Lords where peers are concerned about its compliance with international law.
Republican hardliners are reluctantly accepting defeat in the current fight over short-term government funding as House and Senate leaders work to pass a stopgap funding extension to avoid a partial government shutdown, despite previous protests and attempts to oust party leaders.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) criticized GOP lawmakers for their handling of immigration and referenced Rihanna's song lyrics to highlight their performative politics during a House Oversight Committee hearing. Additionally, she called out the pro-life party for neglecting to address the drowning deaths of migrants at the Texas border and accused Republicans of obstructing President Biden's efforts to address the border crisis.
Tory rebel Robert Jenrick is willing to vote against Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill, which aims to address immigration policies and prevent small boats of migrants from arriving in the UK.
Sharmila, the incoming president of the Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee, aims to make her mark and improve the party's prospects by connecting with the people and focusing on key issues such as special category status and development projects.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy has decided to retain Balineni Srinivas Reddy for the Ongole assembly seat in the upcoming elections, while dropping Magunta Srinivasulu Reddy, who is likely to defect to the Telugu Desam Party.
Poland's former deputy foreign minister, Piotr Wawrzyk, has been arrested and charged with exceeding his authority in connection with the country's cash-for-visas scandal, as part of the government's efforts to hold the previous administration accountable; he could face up to 10 years in prison if found guilty.
The recent defeat of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) in the Telangana assembly elections has disrupted the party's plans to expand into national politics, with leaders in other states contemplating leaving the party.
Telangana's chief minister, Revanth Reddy, has secured multiple memorandum of understanding (MOUs) worth 37,870 crore rupees in a single day during his first trip to Davos, with significant investments from companies such as Adani, JSW, and Godi.
Balakrishna instructed his people to remove all the flexes of Jr NTR from the occasion at NTR Ghat, revealing the growing differences between Jr NTR and the Nandamuri family.
Shashi Tharoor accuses Jyotiraditya Scindia of adopting the "Modi Government's uncaring attitude to the public" in response to Scindia's dismissal of Tharoor's concerns over flight delays and airline lapses.
Singapore's Transport Minister, S. Iswaran, has resigned after being charged with corruption as part of a major scandal that has affected the ruling party and the city state's reputation for clean governance.
Arnold Schwarzenegger was detained at Munich Airport for several hours over an unregistered luxury watch, which he planned to auction off for charity.
The White House National Security Council has softened its attack on a HuffPost article that detailed a controversial proposal for postwar Gaza, backing off from initially accusing the article of fabricating quotes from US officials.
Congress leader P. Chidambaram avoided commenting on the Adani Group's proposed investment in Telangana during a press conference, deflecting the question to Supriya Shrinate, who refused to comment as well.
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) opposes Chief Justice Martha Koome's plans to dialogue with President William Ruto over his remarks undermining the independence of the Judiciary, stating that it would be a mockery and compromise the perception of corruption and influence in the government.
Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron warns that the situation in Ukraine, with Russian leader Vladimir Putin's invasion, is reminiscent of the 1930s and calls for standing up against Putin's aggression. Additionally, Cameron defends Britain's refusal to call for an immediate cease-fire in Israel's war on Hamas and discusses possible future airstrikes against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.
The British parliament has passed a bill allowing refugees arriving in the UK to be sent to Rwanda, despite concerns that it breaches international law, as Prime Minister Rishi Sunak seeks to address the issue of illegal migration and appeal to his core voters ahead of the upcoming general election.
Federal investigators asked financial institutions to search for terms like "TRUMP" and "MAGA" in customer data following the Capitol riot, raising concerns of pervasive surveillance based on political speech.
Australia rejects China's attempt to shift blame for the injury of Australian military divers, maintaining that a Chinese navy ship used its sonar during an incident in Japan's waters.
Fox News host Laura Ingraham expressed dissatisfaction with the responses from Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) regarding aid to Ukraine and immigration, while referencing a leaked immigration proposal and a meeting with former President Donald Trump.
House Speaker Mike Johnson has asserted that he will not be "strong-armed" into accepting weak border reforms, stating that President Biden has the authority to end the border crisis.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing criticism from hostage families and his own war cabinet for prioritizing his war aims over the release of over 100 hostages still in Hamas captivity during the Israel-Gaza war, with Hamas releasing videos of two hostages' dead bodies and the third hostage warning of their "fate," putting pressure on Netanyahu to focus on the hostages' release.
Some Republican lawmakers are calling for punishments, including removal from committee assignments and cutting off access to campaign fundraising, for members of the House Freedom Caucus who have been disruptive and a roadblock to the GOP agenda.
Congress is trying to reach bipartisan agreements on taxes, spending, and immigration policy before the election season begins.
Transport Minister S Iswaran of Singapore pleaded not guilty to 27 charges, including corruption and obstructing justice.
The Biden administration has approved $1.1 billion in funding to extend the operation of California's last nuclear power plant, the Diablo Canyon Power Plant, until at least 2030.
Rep. Jerrold Nadler says he first learned of Roger Stone's alleged death threats against lawmakers from media reports, but the U.S. Capitol Police and the FBI are now conducting investigations.
California lawmakers have shelved a proposal to ban youth tackle football following Governor Gavin Newsom's remarks that he would veto the bill if it reached his desk.
Federal prosecutors have confirmed that Hunter Biden's laptop is real and that its contents match what was obtained through a search warrant on his iCloud account, contradicting Joe Biden's claim that it was Russian disinformation.
House Republicans are reportedly planning to mark up an impeachment resolution for Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas at the end of the month, according to an internal memo obtained by The Hill.
Former White House aide Steve Bannon criticizes House Speaker Mike Johnson for suggesting that President Biden's election was "God's will," arguing that the country needs a House Speaker, not a theologian.
After nearly 25 years as a territory, Nunavut is expected to sign a devolution agreement with the federal government, transferring more federal responsibilities to the territory, including control over Crown lands and waters.
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong warns Palestinian officials that Australian aid must be used for vital services and not accessed by terror groups.
Argentina and the UK have agreed to disagree over the sovereignty of the Falklands, aiming to build a more constructive relationship while maintaining the UK's support for Falkland Islanders' right to self-determination.
President Biden and congressional leaders are pressuring Speaker Mike Johnson to accept a deal on Ukraine funding and border security, citing national security risks.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed a seven-figure book deal with Simon & Schuster, fueling speculation about her potential presidential aspirations and the possibility of her replacing President Joe Biden.
Rep. Jim Jordan is requesting a transcribed interview with a former FinCEN official for allegedly flagging consumer transactions with phrases associated with Trump and MAGA.
Speaker Mike Johnson is concerned that leaks of strategy meetings to the media will undermine his efforts to pass a government funding bill that fellow GOP lawmakers oppose.
MAGA Republicans are being accused of obstructing the Biden administration's efforts to address the border crisis, as Rep. Jasmine Crockett questioned their motives during a House Oversight Committee hearing.
Top legal and ethical experts have criticized the White House's handling of Hunter Biden's art sales, stating that the American people were misled about the extent of Hunter's knowledge regarding his art buyers.
Rep. Pat Fallon, R-Texas, called for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's resignation after his "serious, grave error" of hiding a serious illness and not notifying the White House, labeling it as a "bad B-movie" scenario.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman, a member of the "Squad" in Congress, is pushing for a $14 trillion reparations measure to hold the federal government accountable for slavery and its aftermath, citing examples like the COVID-19 response and the space race as proof that the measure is feasible.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak of Britain faces divisions within his own Conservative Party, with right-wing factions threatening to undermine his asylum policy and potentially his leadership.
Congressional leaders are working to pass a temporary funding patch before a potential snowstorm hits D.C. and threatens to disrupt their flights home, with the Senate expecting to pass the measure on Thursday and the House planning to follow suit quickly.
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre dodged questions about President Biden's surprise at the $6 price of a smoothie in Allentown, Pennsylvania, last week, claiming that he was joking with the press and highlighting the president's focus on promoting small businesses.
Representative Dan Goldman plans to introduce a resolution censuring Elise Stefanik for promoting conspiracy theories about voter fraud and defending the January 6 rioters as "hostages."
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is forced to change planes after a critical failure related to an oxygen leak occurs on his Boeing 737 jet, adding to the list of recent quality issues for Boeing.
Several GOP hardliners, including House Freedom Caucus member Eli Crane, have warned House Speaker Mike Johnson that his job might be at risk if he fails to prioritize conservative goals such as border security and spending cuts, with some even threatening to oust him.