YS Sharmila, founder president of YSR Telangana Party and sister of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, is set to join Congress with an important role in Andhra Pradesh ahead of the state and Lok Sabha elections, signaling an attempt by the Congress to revive itself in the region and capitalize on the potential loss of support for the YSR Congress Party.
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar challenges those supporting Baloch protesters to join militants, accuses rights activists and journalists of misleading and damaging the state, and expresses concern over one-sided portrayals of the issue.
The war of words between DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran and BJP leaders continues, with Maran comparing the BJP IT wing to a jobless barber and BJP state president K Annamalai criticizing Maran for his degrading language.
South Korea's main opposition party leader, Lee Jae-myung, was attacked with a knife during a visit to the city of Busan, leaving him injured but conscious.
China's education campaign for cadres, focused on studying and imitating Xi Jinping's ideas on connecting with the masses, is facing questions about its effectiveness and implementation at the grass-roots level.
Congress leader Pawan Khera countered Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's claim about the Congress party's diminishing presence by accusing Mann and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of harboring a vision for a "Congress-mukt Bharat" (Congress-free India).
JMM MLA Sarfaraz Ahmad unexpectedly resigns from the Jharkhand assembly, leading to speculation that CM Hemant Soren will step down and have his wife, Kalpana Soren, take over as CM.
JMM MLA Sarfaraz Ahmad resigned from the Jharkhand assembly, leading to speculation that CM Hemant Soren will step down and have his wife take over as the next chief minister.
Ethiopia has taken steps to gain access to the sea by signing an agreement with the breakaway region of Somaliland to lease a stretch of coastline, strengthening their partnership and potentially recognizing Somaliland as an independent country.
Two defendants charged in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot are seeking release from prison while the Supreme Court considers a challenge to the obstruction charges used against them, arguing that a ruling in their favor could result in reduced sentences.
Vice President Kamala Harris pays tribute to the late Texas Democrat Eddie Bernice Johnson, highlighting her accomplishments and commitment to fighting for justice.
Marland Jeffries, father of House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, has passed away at the age of 85.
Ethiopia has signed a deal with Somaliland granting it naval and commercial access to ports along the Red Sea coast in exchange for recognition of Somaliland's independence.
Ethiopia has signed an agreement with Somaliland, enabling it to use the Red Sea port of Berbera and secure access to the sea, diversifying its access to seaports and strengthening their economic and political partnership.
Republican Representative Lauren Boebert is blaming Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Barbra Streisand for her decision to switch congressional districts, alleging that they are trying to buy her current district by donating to her Democrat opponent.
A pro-Putin Russian politician, Vladimir Egorov, fell to his death out of a third-story window, adding to the increasing number of suspicious high-profile deaths in Russia.
Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani regrets not taking a city pension, which he would have been eligible for approximately $26,000 per year, as he faces a $148m civil court payout for defaming Georgia election workers.
Italian MP Emanuele Pozzolo is under investigation after a man was accidentally shot with his gun at a New Year's Eve party.
Former opposition leader Succes Masra, who returned from exile in November after signing a reconciliation agreement, has been appointed prime minister of Chad's transitional government.
The former Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (North-West), Salihu Lukman, stated that the party needs an annual budget of N100 billion in order to function effectively and ensure commitment from party leaders.
Russia is building "Stalin centres" to rehabilitate the reputation of Joseph Stalin, positioning him as a great man of history and boosting support for Putin's war in Ukraine.
A new poll shows that foreign policy and immigration have become increasingly important concerns for Americans in 2024, with 4 in 10 adults naming foreign policy topics and 35% expressing concerns about immigration. Meanwhile, the economy remains the top issue for most Americans, with 76% wanting the government to work on economic issues.
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman opens up about his battle with depression and self-harm, seeking treatment after struggling with thoughts of suicide and the weight of his political career.
Israel Katz has been appointed as the 22nd Foreign Minister of Israel, replacing Eli Cohen in a power sharing agreement that will see them swap positions again in 2026.
Israel's top court has ruled against a government legal overhaul, stating that it poses a threat to the country's democratic state and undermines the powers of the judiciary, which had been challenged by mass protests.
The U.S. government is at risk of another shutdown as lawmakers have just 18 days to reach an agreement on spending and border security, with multiple deadlines approaching and disagreements over funding for Ukraine and protecting the southern border.
Infighting within the Trinamool Congress between Mamata Banerjee and her nephew Abhishek is intensifying, potentially weakening the party's position against the BJP in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
The son of BJP MLA Pritam Lodhi, Dinesh Lodhi, has been detained by Gwalior Police for allegedly attempting to murder a man by trying to run him over with his SUV while the man was outside his house with his children.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is set to appear before the Enforcement Directorate in connection with an alleged excise policy scam, after skipping two previous summons, prompting criticism from Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu.
2024 is expected to be another volatile year in the political arena, with a potential Trump-Biden rematch, trials for Trump, geopolitical conflicts, and questions about the resilience of American democracy.
The forthcoming elections in Andhra Pradesh will witness a tough contest between the YSR Congress party and the TDP-Jana Sena Party combine, with YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy banking on his welfare schemes while TDP leader N Chandrababu Naidu believes there is a massive anti-incumbency that will bring his party to power; the entry of Jagan's sister, YS Sharmila, into politics as the leader of the Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee may affect the prospects of both parties.
Bolivia's constitutional court has affirmed term limits, preventing former president Evo Morales from running in the next election and restricting individuals to serving no more than two terms as president.
India and Pakistan exchanged a list of their nuclear installations under a bilateral pact, continuing an annual practice that began in 1992, despite frosty ties over the Kashmir issue and cross-border terrorism.
Aam Aadmi Party's Bhagwant Mann predicts the end of the Congress, indicating their unwillingness to share seats with the party in Delhi and Punjab ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.
Chinese President Xi Jinping continues his purge of military and government officials, with the recent dismissal of nine high-ranking military officers, signaling a focus on disciplinary measures in the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and casting doubt on Xi's modernization efforts and oversight of military investments.
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust has selected the idol of Ram Lalla carved by Arun Yogiraj from Mysuru for installation in the sanctum sanctorum of the Ram Mandir, with the installation ceremony scheduled for January 22.
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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and Rwandan President Paul Kagame have yet to congratulate Felix Tshisekedi on his re-election in the Democratic Republic of Congo, exposing the strained relations within the East African Community.
The Supreme Court of Pakistan will hear a petition filed by the PTI seeking contempt of court proceedings against the Election Commission of Pakistan for alleged failure to provide a level-playing field ahead of the general elections.
The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) and Samastha, a Muslim organization, are hinting that they do not want Congress leaders to attend the Ram temple inauguration, highlighting the Congress party's 'soft-Hindutva' approach and causing division within the party.
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) party, led by former Telangana chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao, is making efforts to regain ground in the Lok Sabha elections by potentially replacing KCR's son, K T Rama Rao, with his nephew, T Harish Rao, as the party's working president.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar alleges a political conspiracy against him as the Central Bureau of Investigation serves notice to a Kerala-based channel headed by him in connection with a disproportionate assets case.
Former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu's aide claimed that a woman came between Akeredolu and the current state governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, causing mistrust and rift between them.
The upcoming elections in Andhra Pradesh in 2024 will determine the future of the state as parties compete for power, with YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's government facing potential opposition and the TDP-Jana Sena alliance vying to come to power.
The rise of Narendra Modi as an unprecedented leader in India, elected by the will of the people, has caused outrage among Western commentators and media outlets who fail to acknowledge his popularity and the democratic process.
Revanth Reddy, an ordinary individual without a political family background, rises to become the Chief Minister of Telangana, showcasing his exceptional leadership skills and ability to win over voters.
The Labour Party has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of deceiving Nigerians by falsely claiming the completion and start-up of the Port Harcourt refinery, while the APC argues that the refinery is privately funded and operational.
Congress is faced with the challenge of completing government funding work before the looming shutdown deadline and options include passing a funding bill, passing another stopgap, or facing a partial government shutdown.
Veteran politician Sheikh Rashid owes the government Rs322,000 in unpaid resthouse bills and was barred from contesting elections due to this and other objections on his nomination papers.
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut criticizes Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, stating that those who have accepted "slavery" should not comment on MVA leaders.