BJP leadership summoned Karnataka leaders to Delhi due to alleged cross-voting by its MLAs in the state legislative council elections, where the ruling Congress secured five of seven seats. Sources indicate 11 NDA MLAs allegedly cross-voted, displeasing the BJP high command.
Voters in South Australia are receiving fines for not voting, despite having cast ballots during the recent state election. The Electoral Commission of South Australia (ECSA) has issued infringement notices to residents who voted early, leading to confusion and frustration. This comes amid a review into the election's disorganization and the resignation of the Electoral Commissioner.
The Congress candidate for a Rajya Sabha seat in Jharkhand lost the election despite having the support of the required 28 MLAs. NDA-backed Independent Parimal Nathwani secured 28 votes, while Congress nominee Pranav Jha received only 20. The defeat has triggered a blame game among INDIA bloc allies, with Congress accusing RJD and CPI-ML of betrayal, charges they deny.
Congress nominee Pranav Jha lost a crucial Rajya Sabha election in Jharkhand despite having the support of 28 MLAs. NDA-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani secured 30 votes, while Jha received only 20. The defeat has triggered a blame game among INDIA bloc allies, with Congress accusing RJD and CPI-ML of betrayal, charges they deny.
The Congress nominee for a Rajya Sabha seat in Jharkhand, Pranav Jha, lost the election to NDA-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani, despite the Congress having the required number of MLAs. Allegations of betrayal and cross-voting have surfaced among INDIA bloc allies.
The ruling Congress secured five out of seven seats in Karnataka's legislative council elections, exceeding expectations due to alleged cross-voting from BJP and JD(S) members. BJP won two seats, while JD(S) lost its candidate. The results are seen as a boost for CM D.K. Shivakumar's government.
CPI(ML) Liberation and RJD denied cross-voting in Jharkhand Rajya Sabha elections, stating their MLAs voted for Congress. They blamed Congress's internal issues for the loss and warned against damaging the INDIA bloc by shifting blame.
NDA-backed Independent Parimal Nathwani secured one of the two Rajya Sabha seats from Jharkhand, defeating Congress candidate Pranav in a close contest. The ruling JMM candidate Baidyanath Ram won the other seat. The election saw cross-voting and invalid votes, leading to accusations of betrayal from the Congress.
Voting records from Jamsil 2-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul, during the June 3rd local elections reveal severe confusion, including ballot shortages, missing stamps, and errors in handwritten entries. Rep. Ju Jin-woo secured these records, vowing to thoroughly investigate the Election Commission's responsibility for infringing on citizens' right to vote.
US stock markets fell Wednesday after the Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged but signaled a possible hike by year-end. The Fed cited economic expansion despite Middle East conflict uncertainty and elevated inflation, with nine members projecting at least one rate increase.
Jharkhand's Rajya Sabha elections are set for a close contest as the INDIA bloc, with 56 MLAs, faces a challenge from the BJP-backed independent candidate Parimal Nathwani, who needs just 4 cross-votes to potentially upset the ruling coalition's expected win of two seats. Both camps are employing 'hotel politics' and mock polls to ensure MLA unity and prevent cross-voting, reminiscent of recent upsets in Bihar and Odisha.
President Trump has unexpectedly postponed Jay Clayton's nomination for Director of National Intelligence and is blocking a surveillance tool's approval. He demands the Senate pass a voting bill and approve Jamie McDonald as U.S. Attorney before proceeding, creating political leverage.
President Trump has postponed the confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton, his nominee for Director of National Intelligence (DNI), demanding that a stalled voting bill and another nominee be advanced. This move surprised many and highlights a rift between Trump and the Republican-controlled Senate.
YouTuber Philip DeFranco announced he will give away the entire $1 million prize from MrBeast's 50 YouTuber Challenge to his subscribers. Forty winners will each receive $25,000, though entry details are yet to be revealed. DeFranco also mentioned alleged attempts to influence voting during the competition.
The EU is considering new accession treaties that could limit new members' ability to dissent on bloc decisions for up to 15 years. Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos warned that "safeguards will bite hard" for states breaking ranks, with Montenegro potentially being the first to face such arrangements.
The EU is considering new accession treaties that could limit new members' ability to dissent on bloc decisions for up to 15 years after joining. Commissioner Marta Kos warned of "safeguards" for states that "break ranks," with Montenegro potentially being the first to face this. This push aims to speed up admissions amid global shifts but faces internal resistance.
Tactical voting is key for Labour's Andy Burnham in Makerfield, with Green and Lib Dem supporters backing him. Reform's rival, Restore Britain, faces a challenge as its voters are less willing to switch, potentially splitting the right-wing vote.
Former CIA operative Gary Berntsen's claims of Venezuela stealing the 2020 election have resurfaced, with Markwayne Mullin, now head of DHS, previously supporting election denial. This has raised concerns among election officials about DHS's role in securing future elections, leading some to withhold data.
Albury City Council is considering a 40-42% rate increase over two to three years to tackle an $18 million debt. Councillors are seeking community feedback on the proposal, which could be one of the largest special rate variations in NSW, while residents express concerns about affordability.
Nvidia is reportedly planning a $20 billion bond sale to fund AI investments and refinance debt. This move highlights strong investor appetite for AI infrastructure and benefits Bitcoin miners diversifying into AI hosting.
Chipmaker Nvidia is reportedly planning a $20 billion bond offering to fund AI investments and refinance debt. This move highlights strong investor appetite for AI infrastructure and benefits Bitcoin miners diversifying into AI hosting.
President Lee Jae Myung pledged efforts to resolve administrative issues hindering overseas voting rights for Koreans abroad during a meeting with residents in Rome. He called the problem 'serious' and vowed swift action, amid ongoing protests in South Korea over local election ballot shortages.
Russia plans to establish over 300 polling stations in more than 150 countries for the 2026 parliamentary elections, announced Central Election Commission Chairperson Ella Pamfilova. The commission will seek safety guarantees from "unfriendly countries" via the Foreign Ministry, adjusting station numbers based on bilateral relations and local conditions.
President Lee Jae Myung acknowledged complaints about voting rights infringement due to ballot shortages in recent local elections but rejected claims of election fraud, calling them a distortion of the issue.
