Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar could potentially be made the convenor of the INDIA coalition, according to Tejashwi Yadav, the deputy chief minister and leader of the RJD party, who also expressed confidence in resolving the issue of seat-sharing within the coalition.
Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has called for the execution of family members of suspected criminals who cannot be found, claiming it is a traditional way to repay blood feuds.
America's wealthy billionaires, particularly those in the fossil fuel and chemical industries, launched a successful plot over the past 50 years to dismantle environmental regulations and cut taxes, resulting in the transfer of over $50 trillion to the top 1% while the environment deteriorates and the American public suffers.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has faced criticism for potentially implementing toll charges on two new tunnels in order to address the financial deficit of Transport for London, prompting accusations of targeting drivers and waging war on motorists.
A Japanese coast-guard aircraft that collided with a Japan Airlines passenger jet in Tokyo was not cleared for takeoff, contradicting the coast-guard pilot's claim, according to air-traffic-control transcripts.
Senior politician Malladi Vishnu has resigned from the YSRC party and is planning to join the Congress party, after being denied a ticket for the Vijayawada MLA seat.
House Republicans are planning to hold impeachment hearings against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, with the first hearing scheduled for next week.
President Joe Biden appeared "unsteady and confused" as he climbed the steps to Air Force One, gripping the handrail tightly for support, according to a body language expert, raising concerns about his physical capabilities.
The emergence of a release certificate from 1990 reveals that "Rambhakti" or devotion to Lord Ram was considered a crime at the time, with people being arrested and detained under sections "107/116 Rambhakti" during the Ram Mandir agitation in Uttar Pradesh.
Adani Ports & SEZ's Managing Director, Karan Adani, discussed investment in Telangana with the Chief Minister, stating that the conglomerate will continue old projects and seek government support for new ones, aiming to establish industries and create jobs in the state.
Kazakhstan has extradited cybersecurity expert Nikita Kislitsin to Moscow, following his arrest in response to a request from the US, where he is wanted for allegedly purchasing hacked personal data.
BJP leaders pay tribute to the late Jaswant Singh on his birth anniversary, possibly in an attempt to claim his political legacy and appeal to his son, Manvendra Singh, who is considering returning to the party.
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy invites investments from Adani Group, despite Rahul Gandhi's continuous criticism of the conglomerate for alleged corruption and benefiting from the central government.
Telangana Party president Y S Sharmila visits her brother, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, to invite him to her son's wedding.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas criticized Texas Governor Greg Abbott and accused him of refusing to cooperate with other local and state officials in addressing the migrant crisis, while also mentioning that his department has dispatched teams to cities across the country to assist with the challenges they are facing.
The recent drone strike by Israel in Hezbollah's stronghold and the increasing rhetoric from Israeli officials suggest that a larger war with Hezbollah is becoming more likely, but the likelihood of outright war is still uncertain due to the mutual deterrence between the two parties and the potential economic and political consequences for both sides.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that India lost 30 years due to instability caused by coalition governments and hence, the country doesn't need one now, in reference to the opposition's INDIA alliance.
Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows asks appeals court to reconsider moving his Georgia election racketeering charges to federal court, revealing he has brought on legal heavyweight Paul Clement as his case moves forward.
Republicans on the House Homeland Security Committee will begin impeachment proceedings against Alejandro Mayorkas, President Biden's Homeland Security Secretary.
Senator Bernie Sanders has called on Congress to reject the Biden administration's request for military aid to Israel, criticizing Israel's military approach in Gaza and stating that the US should not be complicit in the destruction of innocent lives.
Congress leader Yathindra Siddaramaiah sparked controversy by stating that if India becomes a 'Hindu Rashtra', it will resemble Afghanistan and Pakistan ruled by a dictatorship.
San Francisco rapper claims that he received threats from a civil rights leader after releasing a viral "diss track" targeting Mayor London Breed, accusing her of allowing the city to become overrun with crime and homelessness.
YS Sharmila, along with her children and ex-MLA Alla Ramakrishna Reddy, is on her way to meet Jagan Reddy and invite him to her son's wedding, where she had a brief and diplomatic meeting with her brother before leaving for Delhi.
House Republicans are moving forward with steps to impeach Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas over his handling of the crisis at the Southwest border.
Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has called for the prosecution and violence against the family members of wanted fugitives and critics, expressing his support for "blood vengeance" during a meeting with officials on New Year's Eve.
The safe evacuation of passengers from a Japan Airlines jet that caught fire in Tokyo was aided by the absence of panic and the calmness of both the crew and passengers.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has skipped the Enforcement Directorate's summons for the third time, citing his busy schedule with Republic Day preparations and Rajya Sabha elections, but has said he would be willing to answer any questionnaire sent by the agency.
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) used Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's Christmas feast to ease tensions with Christian bishops that were sparked by disparaging remarks made by Culture Minister Saji Cherian, gaining favor with the Christian spiritual leaders and securing a political victory for the LDF government.
US President Joe Biden appeared "unsteady and confused" as he boarded Air Force One after his vacation in the US Virgin Islands, according to a body language expert.
A Japan Airlines plane caught fire during landing at Tokyo's Haneda Airport, and all passengers and crew were successfully evacuated using megaphones and their own voices.
A row over a political mimicry act in India has exposed the lack of humor and intolerance of satire in the country's political and public life, highlighting the cultural bias towards deference and the decline of political humor.
An Italian lawmaker from a far-right populist party is under investigation after bringing a loaded gun to a New Year's Eve party, which fired a shot that injured a man, although he denies firing the shot himself.
Congress leader BK Hariprasad sparked controversy by suggesting the possibility of a "Godhra-like incident" in Karnataka ahead of the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, leading to demands for his immediate arrest by the BJP.
House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik criticized Harvard President Claudine Gay's leadership and called for her resignation, stating that the failures of Gay and other university leaders in addressing antisemitism would not have been addressed without congressional accountability.
The Department of Homeland Security predicts that major threats to U.S. security in 2024 include the expansion of the Israel-Hamas war, conflict over Taiwan, the expansion of the Russia-Ukraine war, domestic extremist group attacks, and outside election interference.
President Akufo-Addo has ordered an audit into the contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) following revelations that SML had been awarded contracts worth over $100 million annually for services that it did not provide.
President Joe Biden appeared to have a sunburn after a week-long vacation in the U.S. Virgin Islands with First Lady Jill Biden and their granddaughter.
The Biden administration is accusing House Republicans of ducking the chance to address the migrant crisis at the southern border, while Republicans claim that Biden's policies are responsible for the record number of encounters with illegal immigrants.
The "Sankalp yatra" led by the Modi government to showcase its schemes is being met with opposition from villagers who are demanding answers from officials about the promotion of a political party and the use of taxpayers' money, sparking debates about the constitutional implications and accountability of the government.
The upcoming election in Taiwan has become a potential flashpoint between China and the West, with President Xi Jinping aiming for the assimilation of Taiwan into Chinese territory to restore China's dominance, while the current president of Taiwan, Tsai Ing-wen, asserts that relations should be determined by democracy and the will of the Taiwanese people, posing an existential threat to Xi and the Chinese Communist Party.
The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing on the petition challenging the verdict of the Andhra Pradesh high court, which declared Amaravati as the only capital of the state, delaying Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy's plan to create three capitals.
Sharmila's husband, Bro Anil, is causing controversy by posing for pictures with Chief Minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy's opponents, leading to speculation that he is deliberately befriending his brother-in-law's rivals.
The Free Democratic Party (FDP) has decided to remain in Germany's coalition government despite internal resentments, with 52% of FDP party members voting to stay, providing a temporary boost as they face upcoming elections amid dismal approval ratings.
Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan expressed his emotions during a speech, promising to continue serving the people despite being replaced by Mohan Yadav as the state's new leader.
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson is facing political pressure in 2024 due to a shrinking majority, criticism from fellow Republicans, and controversy surrounding his handling of the Capitol Riots footage, federal funding bill, and immigration issues.
Former TDP leader BTech Ravi meets Brother Anil at Kadapa airport and discusses YS Sharmila's potential role as PCC chief in AP Congress, creating a stir in Kadapa district politics.
Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary and BJP member I Y R Krishna Rao believes that it was a mistake for Pawan Kalyan to ally with the TDP, as it prevented him from emerging as a strong alternative political force in the state.
Several Democrat lawmakers and a top advisor to New York City Mayor Eric Adams attended a New Year's Eve event hosted by a Chinese official who has praised the Chinese government and denied the Uyghur genocide, continuing the Chinese Communist Party's influence in New York and surrounding states.
A pending private member's bill in Canada may allow Members of Parliament and senators to avoid the centuries-old oath of allegiance to King Charles, a move that is seen as part of a larger effort to gradually diminish the monarchy's role in the country.