himachal pradesh assembly election 2022

Punjab recorded the second-highest drug overdose deaths in 2024 with 106 fatalities, a rise from the previous year. While no longer topping the national list, the state also reported the highest number of NDPS Act cases related to possession for trafficking, highlighting ongoing drug-related challenges.

Sunetra Pawar stands at a pivotal moment in the Baramati bypoll, with early reports showing her leading by over 70,000 votes—a remarkable feat that might eclipse the historic wins of both Ajit and Sharad Pawar. Projections are not only optimistic but hint at her surpassing the current national assembly election victory margin.

West Bengal may have convinced the BJP that even difficult states can be conquered. But crossing from two seats to the halfway mark in a Sikh-majority state is another proposition altogether

The BJP's political dominance across India is undeniable, governing most states and the Centre. However, this influence varies significantly, with strongholds like Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat contrasting with regions where alliances are crucial. The party continues to expand its footprint, but challenges remain in the South and West Bengal, making upcoming elections a key test of its growth trajectory.

CPI's Adv. Govindan Pallikappil triumphed in Kanhangad's 2026 Assembly polls, securing a decisive 15,316-vote victory. This urban-rural constituency, a key part of Kasaragod Lok Sabha, has historically witnessed close contests between UDF and LDF. The outcome marks a shift from the previous election's UDF win, highlighting the region's dynamic political landscape.