Renowned journalist Rasheed Kidwai has highlighted the lack of confidence, leadership, clear ideology, and effective communication within the Congress party under Rahul Gandhi's leadership, causing a crisis and decreasing chances of revival for the grand old party.
Former President Muhammadu Buhari praised President Bola Tinubu for his performance in office despite the economic hardships faced by Nigerians, stating that governing Nigeria is a tough job due to the complexities of the country.
Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai praised the US for antagonizing Beijing and deemed it the opportune time for Washington to wage a "full-scale war" against Chinese President Xi Jinping's "weak" administration, according to testimony in Lai's national security trial.
Former Conservative Party Vice-Chairman Lee Anderson has defected to Reform UK, becoming their first ever MP and potentially posing a significant blow to the Conservatives as Reform polls around 10% and aims to supplant them in the Red Wall.
The DMK leadership appears to be feeling uneasy and defensive due to the drug scandal involving a former party member, Jaffer Sadiq, as media leaks and social media exchanges in Tamil Nadu show his connection with the party's top members and their attempts to downplay the news reports; this unease is also reflected in their peculiar decision to accommodate a political non-entity like Kamal Haasan in their seat-sharing dealings, which has caused embarrassment and criticism for the DMK.
Nigerian netizens criticize Senate President Godswill Akpabio for making inappropriate and insensitive remarks during the funeral of Herbert Wigwe, the former CEO of Access Holdings, generating negative reactions from the public.
The Supreme Court is likely to limit the Biden administration's ability to protect the environment by expressing skepticism towards a proposed rule that aims to reduce cross-state air pollution, potentially allowing harmful pollution to drift into downwind states.
Special counsel Robert Hur will testify before the House Judiciary Committee, facing questions regarding President Biden's age and mental state, following the release of a controversial report that declined to bring charges against Biden but raised concerns about his memory. Additionally, the House will vote on a bill that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the US, and House and Senate Republicans will hold their annual retreats.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio's comments at the funeral of Herbert Wigwe, the late Access Bank CEO, have been criticized by Atedo Peterside, the founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank, who described Akpabio's remarks as self-centred, insensitive, and in poor taste.
The Pentagon is facing budget uncertainty as it prepares to unveil its fiscal 2025 budget, with ongoing political infighting and the potential for a 1 percent across-the-board cut if a full fiscal 2024 budget is not passed by April 30.
Some GOP lawmakers, including Sen. Katie Britt, have embraced the MAGA movement in order to stay in office and rise through the ranks, according to analysis from MSNBC's Jen Psaki.
The pro-democracy crackdown, COVID, and China's trade war with the US have diminished Hong Kong's status as an international financial hub, leading to a decline in the number of global companies with regional headquarters in the city and an exodus of foreign firms.
China's national congress concluded with overwhelming support for plans that further solidify Xi Jinping's leadership and diminish the role of the State Council and the legislature.
House Democrats are calling for an investigation into what leading Republican impeachment advocates knew about the false claims made by a former FBI informant regarding President Joe Biden and his son, alleging that they may have been implicated in a Russian propaganda campaign.
President Asif Ali Zardari has administered the oath to a 19-member federal cabinet appointed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, which includes familiar faces such as ex-defence minister Khawaja Asif and former finance minister Ishaq Dar.
A man was forcibly removed by Chinese police while trying to enter China's political nerve center, the Zhongnanhai compound, resulting in comparisons to previous incidents of dissent against the Chinese government.
The FIA's arrest and detention of journalist Asad Ali Toor, who criticized government institutions, violates his journalistic protections and the right to freedom of speech and expression.
The Delhi Police faced scrutiny and backlash after initially denying a viral video showing an irate Muslim mob attacking police officers during a protest, inadvertently using the same gaslighting technique often employed by certain individuals to shield Islamists; although the police later confirmed that the incident did take place, their selective fact-checking and focus on certain details allowed critics to whitewash the aggression of the mob.
Labour has voiced its opposition to a UAE-backed takeover of The Telegraph, stating that foreign governments should not own national newspapers due to concerns of press freedom and foreign influence. The UK government is considering changes to media ownership laws to restrict foreign state ownership.
Controversy arose in Telangana after Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka was seen sitting on the floor while Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and other ministers sat on a stool during a temple visit, leading to accusations of insulting Vikramarka by the Bharat Rashtra Samithi Party.
Protests in Ladakh, India, are demanding devolution of power, constitutional protections, and tribal status to fight against outside influence and protect their identity, as well as raise concerns about democratic marginalization, lack of say in development projects, and environmental exploitation.
Despite the economic and social costs of achieving net zero by 2050, politicians continue to promote doomsday narratives and silence dissent, while the public remains unconvinced of the necessity of the target. It is time for a more flexible approach to decarbonization and greater accountability from elected leaders.
The Punjab Police detain numerous PTI party leaders, including Latif Khosa and Salman Akram Raja, during protests against alleged election manipulation.
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino is seen as a suitable candidate to lead the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party after Raila Odinga, according to former Law Society of Kenya president Nelson Havi.
Former federal Liberal political staffer Bruce Lehrmann, who was accused of raping fellow staffer Brittany Higgins, has been filmed alongside a friend who appears to be preparing lines of white powder at his rented home paid for by the Seven Network.
China's national congress concludes with strong support for President Xi Jinping's vision, highlighting his consolidation of power and influence over economic policy.
The United States prepared for a potential nuclear strike by Russia against Ukraine in 2022, seeking help from non-allies including India to discourage Russia, according to senior administration officials, and outreach from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other countries played a role in averting the crisis.
The ongoing political turmoil and institutional breakdown in Pakistan, including the blocking of social media platforms and imprisonment of journalists, threatens democratic stability and economic growth in the country.
Violent clashes erupt during PTI protests against alleged electoral rigging, with demonstrators beaten, key leaders arrested, and police using force in Punjab.
In his first press conference after leaving the Presidency, Dr Arif Alvi emphasizes the need to bridge the gap between the establishment and the PTI, calling for recognition of his party's mandate and urging for an investigation and punishment for those who broke the law on May 9.
Newly elected PM Shehbaz Sharif is finalizing the names of his new ministers and the cabinet is likely to be constituted in a couple of days, with speculations about who will get what portfolios.
Authorities in Johannesburg blame a recent heatwave for reduced water flow that has resulted in taps running dry, exacerbating the city's ongoing water crisis.
A public meeting between Chandrababu Naidu and top BJP leaders is set to take place in Andhra Pradesh, but it is uncertain whether Narendra Modi will be present or not.
Chandrababu Naidu's rumored promise of a ministerial position in the Central Ministry to Pawan Kalyan has led to the sacrifice of all seats from Janasena, causing speculation and criticism in political and media circles.
Former Democratic New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo criticizes the federal government for its handling of the state's migrant crisis, calling it the "worst government blunder" he has ever seen.
Supporters of Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, protested against the state House of Assembly's plan to impeach him, while the parish priest appealed to Governor Godwin Obaseki to stop the impeachment move.
Karla Jacinto, the woman at the center of Katie Britt's State of the Union anecdote about migrant sex trafficking, shares a message for the Alabama senator in an exclusive interview with CNN.
Investigative journalist Peter Schweizer reveals in his book "Blood Money" that China is engaging in a covert strategy called "disintegration warfare" to create social chaos and division in the United States, exploiting weaknesses and playing off of American decadence, with their control extending to every aspect of the fentanyl production chain.
China's annual parliamentary sitting concludes without the premier's traditional press conference, signaling consolidation and control under President Xi Jinping, while the country aims to attract foreign investment and boost its high-end technology sector.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected President Joe Biden's assertion that the war in Gaza was hurting Israel, stating that Israelis overwhelmingly support his policies and believe that fighting is necessary to prevent future attacks.
Israel's goal of eliminating all of Hamas is not considered realistic by the head of the US Senate Intelligence Committee, who fears that new terror cells or neighboring militant groups may emerge even if Hamas is defeated.
Labour's Shadow Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, faced criticism from ministers for failing to explain how the party would fund its spending pledges, leading to concerns of higher taxes for hardworking citizens.
Former Rep. Liz Cheney engaged in a heated exchange with Fox News's Mark Levin after he called her "sleazy" amid accusations that she mishandled the GOP side of the House Jan. 6 committee.
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's opinion that more economic growth is the key to increased defense spending is misguided, as the duty of government is to prioritize national security regardless of economic conditions, especially in a dangerous world with multiple threats.
Freshman Alabama Senator Katie Britt defends herself against accusations of misrepresentation after her State of the Union rebuttal, where she used a story from 15 years ago in Mexico to critique President Joe Biden's border policies and raise awareness about human trafficking.
A woman was charged with assault after throwing red dye at police officers in Vice President Kamala Harris' motorcade to protest U.S. support of Israel's actions in Gaza.
Maryam Nawaz faced backlash and slogans against her during an event at Aitchison College in Lahore, with attendees protesting against her presence as the chief guest and showing support for imprisoned PTI leader Imran Khan.
The Minna Airport in Niger State has been renamed after President Bola Tinubu by the Federal Government, and President Tinubu will inaugurate the airport during his visit to the state capital of Minna.
Candace Owens and Chris Cuomo engaged in a heated exchange over Owens' praise of Vladimir Putin's intelligence during Tucker Carlson's interview, with Cuomo criticizing Putin's actions and Owens defending her acknowledgement of Putin's intelligence.
Omoyele Sowore, the convener of #RevolutionNow, expressed his disbelief at being reunited with his family in the United States after being imprisoned by the Nigerian government five years ago.