Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra will be eligible to be detained outside prison under a new regulation, confirmed by Deputy Prime Minister Somsak Thepsutin, as it is deemed he meets the criteria set out in the regulation, which was issued and took effect early this month.
The special counsel can access over 1,600 communications from Representative Scott Perry's phone, including messages about his involvement in supporting Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election, according to a court decision.
The Lok Sabha passed new criminal law bills, replacing the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and Indian Evidence Act, with the new legislation penalizing mob lynching with death and repealing the sedition law.
At least three direct ancestors of U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson, as well as other prominent politicians including President Joe Biden, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, and Supreme Court justices Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch, were slaveholders, according to a Reuters examination of slavery and America’s political elite.
Three important bills that replace India's colonial-era criminal laws were passed in the Lok Sabha, despite the absence of opposition members who were suspended following protests, sparking criticism from the opposition parties.
The BJP has effectively countered the Opposition's narrative by using Kalyan Banerjee's mimicry of the RS chairperson Jagdeep Dhankhar as an issue to divert attention from the suspension.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has dismissed claims made by Trinamool MP Saket Gokhale that he had revealed all Opposition MPs were not being suspended from parliament because it would look bad, calling it "vicious lies with obvious malafide."
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed several bills, including one that requires dental assessments for kindergarteners, another that allows lab animals to be put up for adoption instead of being euthanized, and one that authorizes the issuance of retro license plates.
Rudy Giuliani's recent fall from grace is not a new phenomenon, as his history as an authoritarian and censorious leader, exemplified by his war on the Brooklyn Museum and ban on dancing, demonstrates his long-standing nature.
Rahul Gandhi accepts shooting video of TMC MP's mimicry of Vice President Dhankar, criticizing media for focusing on trivial matters instead of important issues like unemployment and corruption.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing criticism and opposition from a diverse coalition including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, firefighters, conservative commentators, and Cardi B over his proposed budget cuts, which are seen as unusually severe and will have far-reaching implications beyond the budget itself, while his job approval rating drops and he navigates a federal investigation, record-low poll numbers, and an expensive migrant crisis.
House conservatives are leveraging the terms of the summer debt deal as a means to cut domestic spending, using the threat of across-the-board cuts or caps if lawmakers fail to reach an agreement on funding the government by the end of April.
Former UK Cabinet Minister, Penny Mordaunt, revealed in a written statement to the Covid Inquiry that her WhatsApp messages with Boris Johnson mysteriously vanished and alleged that the Prime Minister's chief of staff ignored her when she tried to address the issue, raising concerns about missing evidence in the inquiry.
Rahul Gandhi criticizes the media for not discussing the suspension of Opposition MPs and other important issues, following the controversy of a TMC MP's mimicry of Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar.
Rahul Gandhi criticizes BJP for prioritizing a video row over discussing important issues like Gautam Adani, Rafale deal, and rising unemployment, while 143 opposition MPs have been suspended from Parliament.
Members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have withdrawn the impeachment notice against Governor Siminalayi Fubara following a meeting mediated by President Bola Tinubu.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has left the capital for a 10-day Vipassana camp, avoiding his summons by the Enforcement Directorate in a case related to alleged money laundering in the excise policy case.
India's relations with Canada may have undergone a tonal shift after the unsealing of a US indictment alleging a conspiracy to murder a Sikh activist on American soil.
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar expresses his deep concern over the mimicry act by a Trinamool MP, emphasizing that he will not tolerate insults towards the Vice-President's office.
YS Sharmila's children, Raja Reddy and Anjili Reddy, have completed their academic duties, with Raja Reddy graduating with a Master of Science degree and Anjili Reddy earning a BBA Finance degree, as announced by Sharmila on Twitter.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the strong bilateral ties between India and the United States, stating that "a few incidents" will not disrupt the partnership, amidst allegations that an Indian national conspired to murder a Khalistani terrorist wanted by the US.
The Biden administration has diverted money from Medicare's drug savings to subsidize green projects, without informing the public, in order to advance its green agenda and promote electric vehicles (EVs), despite their high costs, poor track record, and lack of consumer enthusiasm.
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi released a counter presentation stating that the previous K Chandrasekhar Rao government had created significant assets in various sectors, resulting in a 159% increase in the state's assets, a 151% increase in per capita income, and substantial growth in tax collections and crop production.
Kenya is facing a diplomatic dispute after allowing an exiled Congolese politician to announce a political-military alliance aimed at toppling his home government, leading to concerns about potential interference in the upcoming elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
House Speaker Mike Johnson faces criticism from hardline Republicans, including the House Freedom Caucus, over his handling of the recent passing of funding and government bills, raising concerns about his position as speaker if factions within the GOP are unsatisfied.
Renowned author Wole Soyinka calls for the overhaul of security agencies and criticizes the arbitrary detention of individuals by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), highlighting the detrimental impact on justice and public service.
Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir expressed Pakistan's desire to become a hub of connectivity and maintain balanced relationships with friendly countries during his visit to the US, emphasizing the need for regional security, strategic stability, and resolution of the Kashmir issue.
President Droupadi Murmu expresses dismay over the humiliation of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar in Parliament, stressing the importance of elected representatives expressing themselves within the norms of dignity and courtesy.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed pain over the mimicry incident in Parliament and told him that he has also been at the receiving end of such insults for 20 years.
Vice President Kamala Harris faced criticism for stumbling over her words and making odd remarks during a prime-time interview, including a comment about the 2024 presidential election being "the most election of our lifetime."
Argentine President Javier Milei's administration is facing protests over the government's drastic economic measures, including a 50% devaluation of the peso and cuts to subsidies, as the new security protocol is criticized for potentially criminalizing the right to protest.
Opposition lawmakers in India's parliament have been suspended, leading to accusations of an attack on democracy, as the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is expected to pass legislation unopposed; the suspensions come after a major security breach in parliament last week.
Former Trump campaign lawyer Rudy Giuliani has been ordered to pay $148 million in a defamation lawsuit brought against him by two Georgia election workers, further discrediting his baseless claims of widespread election fraud supporting Joe Biden's win and raising questions about his ability to provide evidence to support his allegations.
Video clips of suspended TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee mimicking Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar during a protest in the Parliament have caused controversy, prompting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to express his condemnation and concern to Dhankhar over the disrespectful behavior.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar became angry when DMK leader TR Baalu asked for a translation of his Hindi speech during the INDIA bloc leaders' meeting in New Delhi.
Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama has allowed the Senate to confirm 11 top military nominees after a months-long delay, backing down from his previous opposition to the Pentagon's policy on reproductive health care.
Senate leaders Chuck Schumer and Mitch McConnell have acknowledged that a deal on immigration will not be reached this week, and negotiations will continue into early next year, delaying the larger national security package with aid for Ukraine and Israel.
The fault lines within the I.N.D.I. Alliance have been exposed as Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expresses frustration over his Hindi speech not being understood and emphasizes the importance of Hindi as the national language, leading subsequent speeches to be delivered in English to avoid further clashes.
Rudolph Giuliani's financial troubles were potentially the motive behind his involvement in dubious business dealings in Ukraine, as revealed by court records from a criminal investigation into his actions.
Rudy Giuliani has been ordered to pay $148 million in damages to former Georgia poll workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss for falsely claiming they illegally counted votes, but Giuliani continues to repeat the lies and is being sued again by the women to permanently stop him from spreading false allegations.
Opposition MPs have been suspended for disruptive behavior and failure to adhere to Parliament rules, according to BJP MP Hema Malini, who justifies the action by stating that their suspension signifies wrongdoing.
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party is facing a major scandal involving millions of dollars in undisclosed political funds, with two influential factions accused of improper income declaration and kickbacks, leading to a sharp decline in the cabinet's approval ratings and public support for Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that Senator Michael Bennet has lifted his hold on a temporary reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration's authority, allowing for a three-month extension, as negotiators continue to work on a border deal to unlock aid for Ukraine.
Documents made public reveal that the 2021 raid on Rudy Giuliani's home and office was prompted by suspicions that he sought the removal of the U.S. ambassador to Ukraine in exchange for a financial reward from a Ukrainian official.
A federal judge has ruled that Rep. Scott Perry must disclose over 1,600 emails, text messages, and other communications related to the investigation into Donald Trump and his allies' attempt to overturn the 2020 election.
The Senate confirmed nearly a dozen military officers to four-star positions, ending Senator Tommy Tuberville's year-long protest against a Pentagon abortion policy.
Rishi Sunak's tetchy and thin-skinned nature has become evident, according to the Guardian's parliamentary sketch writer John Crace.
Hungary is defying the European Union's calls for distancing from China and is benefiting from its strong ties, attracting significant Chinese investment and potentially hosting Chinese carmaker BYD's first European factory.
Kenya has informed diplomatic missions in Nairobi that they must start paying for government services, although the specific services they are now required to pay for have not been specified.
BJP MP and actor Hema Malini commented on the suspension of 141 opposition MPs, stating that they raised too many questions and behaved strangely, leading to their suspension, drawing mockery from Congress leaders.