The Assam Legislative Assembly elections 2026 are just around the corner, with polling scheduled for April 9, 2026 (Thursday) and results expected on May 4, 2026 (Monday). With the last date for withdrawal of candidatures on March 26, 2026, the picture is now crystal clear. All confusion regarding who is actually contesting has ended, and…
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) launched a fresh wave of promotions for its Project Homecoming self-deportation initiative. The program, originally rolled out in May 2025, encourages undocumented migrants to leave the United States voluntarily through the CBP Home app. In return, participants receive a free flight home and an exit bonus — recently…
The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the much-awaited schedule for the 2026 Assembly elections on March 15, 2026, covering four states — Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal — and one Union Territory (Puducherry). These polls will decide the fate of 824 assembly constituencies and involve a staggering 17.4 crore voters (roughly equivalent…
The political landscape of South Asia has undergone a seismic shift following Bangladesh’s 2026 general election. Held on February 12, 2026, this was the first national poll since the dramatic 2024 student-led uprising that toppled Sheikh Hasina’s long-standing Awami League government. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, emerged victorious with a commanding…
Four Stars of Destiny, the yet-to-be-published autobiography of former Indian Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane. What was anticipated as a reflective account of a distinguished military career has instead become a flashpoint involving alleged leaks, parliamentary debates, police investigations, and now, policy reforms in how India’s armed forces personnel publish books. This blog covers…
In a significant development marking the end of nearly a year of central administration, Manipur witnessed the formation of a new Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government on February 4, 2026. Yumnam Khemchand Singh, a senior BJP leader from the Meitei community, was sworn in as the new Chief Minister, succeeding the period of President’s Rule…
The Union Budget of India is the government’s annual financial statement, outlining its revenue, expenditure, and policy priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. It serves as a roadmap for economic growth, fiscal management, and sectoral development. The 2026-27 budget, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, marks her ninth consecutive presentation and is the first full…
On 2nd February 2026, a significant breakthrough emerged in India-US relations with the announcement of a trade deal aimed at easing tensions that had built up over tariffs and energy purchases. Announced via social media by US President Donald Trump and echoed by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the agreement promises reduced barriers and boosted…
In the high-stakes world of Indian politics, few figures embody resilience and controversy quite like Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal and leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC). Recently, her dramatic intervention during Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids on the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) has ignited a firestorm, pitting state authority against central…
In a bold and controversial move that has sent shockwaves through the international community, the United States has formally withdrawn from the India and France-led International Solar Alliance (ISA), along with 65 other international organizations. This decision, enacted through an executive order signed by President Donald Trump on January 7, 2026, marks a significant shift…