Violence Against Women Linked to Systemic Failures, Campaigners Say
Campaigners are calling for a new law to recognize domestic abuse-related suicides as murders, citing a staggering underreporting of such cases in the UK.
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Tamil Nadu native Rini Sampath running for Washington mayor
Rini Sampath, a 31-year-old government contractor from Tamil Nadu, India, announced her candidacy in the Democratic primary for Washington, D.C., mayor. She promises a 'back-to-basics' push to fix crumbling infrastructure and rebuild trust in city government.
After kickstarting NDA poll campaign last month, Modi to thrice visit TN to address rallies
Prime Minister Narendra Modi heads to Tamil Nadu on March 1, 7 and 11. He will speak at NDA rallies across multiple districts. The visits blend campaign events with project...
Red Deer Councillors Criticize Election Delays and Long Lines
Red Deer city councillors expressed frustration over long voting lines and delayed election results during the recent local election.
BJP Launches Campaign in Thiruvananthapuram, Rajeev Chandrasekhar Eyes Nemom Seat
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar has formally launched the party's campaign in Thiruvananthapuram, signaling his intent to contest the upcoming Assembly elections from the Nemom constituency.
Accord Faction Slams INEC Over Adeleke Listing, Insists On Kolawole – Politics – Nigeria
OSOGBO, Nigeria — Leaders of an Accord Party faction backing Prof. Chris Imumolen condemned the Independent National Electoral Commission on Wednesday for listing Ademola Adeleke as the party’s candidate in...
RS polls for 5 seats from Bihar now a numbers game as both NDA and INDIA bloc eye 5th seat
The ruling NDA coalition in Bihar commands enough assembly strength to secure four of the state's five Rajya Sabha seats up for election on March 16. Opposition RJD-led INDIA bloc hopes to snag the fifth through cross-party support and past unopposed precedents.
Patna University to Decide on Student Union Polls Amid Security Concerns
The Patna University administration is set to decide today whether to proceed with the postponed student union elections, which were delayed after incidents of unrest and alleged violence on campus.
Breaking: Tinubu signs Electoral Bill into Law
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — President Bola Tinubu approved sweeping changes to Nigeria’s electoral law Tuesday, signing the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026 into effect. The update repeals...
Greens’ Polanski Confronts Labour Over Drug Policy and Gaza Stance
Greens leader Zack Polanski has accused Labour of making 'vile' comments on drug policy and complicity in the Gaza conflict as the Gorton and Denton by-election enters its final 48 hours.
Election Commission Conferences with State Poll Panels Focus on EVMs and Electoral Rolls
The Election Commission of India (EC) has begun a day-long conference with state election commissions, emphasizing the sharing of electoral rolls and modernization of voting technology.
West Lancashire Council Elections Focus on Pools, Housing, and Reforms
West Lancashire Council elections, reinstated by the government after being delayed, will focus on contentious issues such as swimming pools, housing developments, and the impact of Reform UK's growing influence in local politics.
Lehigh County Special Election Could Shift Control of Pennsylvania House
A special election in Lehigh County on Tuesday could determine the balance of power in the Pennsylvania House, with Democrats and Republicans vying for a pivotal seat in Allentown.
APC Confident of Victory in Osun Governorship Election, Claims Oyintiloye
An ex-lawmaker in Osun State has expressed confidence in the All Progressives Congress (APC) winning the upcoming August 8 governorship election, citing the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the party's past performance in the state.
Nigerians Debate E-Transmission of Election Results Amid Security Concerns
Nigeria's amended Electoral Act 2026, which mandates electronic transmission of election results, faces scrutiny over potential risks to polling agents and vulnerabilities in the system.