The Indian National Congress and its leader registered a far stronger showing in India’s elections than many expected.
Author: SAMEER YASIR
Early Election Results Suggest Turnaround for Indian National Congress
India’s beleaguered main opposition party was on track to surpass expectations and nearly double its share of parliamentary seats from 2019.
Leaflet by Leaflet, a Few Aging Activists Fight India’s Tide of Bigotry
As politicians stoke religious hatred online, these veterans of social causes deliver their messages in person: “Talk to each other. Don’t let anyone divide you.”
Mumbai Storms Topple Billboard, Killing at Least 8
Heavy rains and high winds ripped through the financial capital of India, toppling a billboard onto a crowd of people seeking shelter.
India to Redo Election Voting at Polling Stations Hit by Violence
The attacks occurred in Manipur, a northeastern state that has been troubled by ethnic unrest. Witnesses reported that voting booths were captured and bogus ballots cast.
India to Repeat Voting at Polling Sites Hit by Violence
The attacks occurred in Manipur, a northeastern state that has been troubled by ethnic unrest. Witnesses reported that voting booths were captured and bogus ballots cast.
Why India’s Opposition Can’t Get It Together
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party got less than 40% of the vote in the last election. But his fractured and dysfunctional rivals have struggled to capitalize on that.
Indian Opposition Parties Say They Face Tide of Troubles as Vote Nears
Weeks before pivotal elections, the head of one party was arrested on what his supporters said were trumped-up charges and another party said it lost access to its funds.
Zoo Official In India Is Punished For Giving Lions Revered Names
The names, Sita and Akbar, evoking a Hindu goddess and a Muslim emperor, drew outrage from Hindu activists who saw it as blasphemy.
India’s Supreme Court Strikes Down Contentious Election Fund-Raising Tool
Judges found that government bonds used for anonymous political donations were unconstitutional.