The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) has released its first list of 35 candidates for the upcoming Assembly polls, with Chief Minister Hemant Soren contesting from Barhait and his wife Kalpana Soren from Gandey. The announcement comes as the state gears up for a two-phase election on November 13 and 20.
Ahead of the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections in October, a look at recent electoral trends reveals a potential shift in favor of the Congress. While the BJP has held power since 2014, the Congress has seen a resurgence in vote share and leadership, particularly among Dalit voters. This analysis explores the factors contributing to this trend and its implications for the upcoming election.
This article highlights the growing threat posed by Communist China to American security, economy, and culture. It outlines concerns regarding Chinese influence in various aspects of American life, from agriculture and politics to education and national security. It emphasizes the need for state leaders to take action to protect American interests and safeguard the nation’s future.
Expert panelists from The Hindu, including Resident Editor Bageshree Subbanna, will delve into the recently concluded Karnataka election results. Their analysis will provide insights into the projected winners, the extent of their anticipated victories, and the potential impact on the state’s political landscape. The discussion will also examine whether the results align with Karnataka’s historical pattern of diverging Assembly and Lok Sabha poll outcomes.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured a majority in the Arunachal Pradesh Assembly elections, winning 33 out of 60 seats. The party has returned to power for the third consecutive time in the northeastern state. Counting of votes is still underway for 50 seats, while the remaining 10 seats were won by the BJP uncontested. The BJP has won 23 seats and is leading in 12 others of the 50 seats for which elections were held on April 19.
Kansas remains one of the few states that haven’t legalized medical marijuana or expanded Medicaid, despite efforts to force debates on both issues. Republican state senators blocked the attempts, arguing that the measures lacked sufficient support. Oklahoma’s experience with legalizing medical marijuana raises concerns for some opponents, while proponents cite the potential benefits and support. Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has been a vocal advocate for both expansion, linking medical marijuana legalization to Medicaid expansion. Despite her efforts and public campaigning, the Medicaid expansion vote failed by a narrow margin.
