HISTORICAL FACTS: Assembly | History Defined

Uttarakhand ERO refused BJP worker’s bulk Form 7 objections. After ECI complaint, 5,359 were accepted

In August, Newslaundry reported how bulk Form 7 applications were being used to target voters in Uttarakhand during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Across constituencies in the state, thousands of Form 7 applications were filed by BJP workers, with most objections targeting Muslim voters.

Newslaundry · Oct 24

DMK, AIADMK slam TVK govt over rising crimes against women; accuse CM Vijay of 'sleep mode'

Opposition parties in Tamil Nadu have raised serious concerns about increased crimes against women. Following recent violent incidents, leaders have criticized Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's lack of action. DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin highlighted specific cases of assaults and demanded immediate legal response. AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami expressed…

The Economic Times · Oct 24

Unionists angry over Drumcree fallout but must think ‘long-term’ – Robinson

DUP leader Gavin Robinson said collapsing Stormont is only likely to strengthen Sinn Fein electorally.

Evening Standard · Oct 23

EC announces voter roll revision in 17 states: What SSR means, how it differs from SIR

The Election Commission is conducting a Special Summary Revision to update electoral rolls in 17 states and Union territories. January 1, 2027, has been designated as the qualifying date for eligible voters. The revision is vital for including new voters and correcting existing entries. This initiative is particularly focused on…

The Economic Times · Oct 15

California passes bill requiring large companies to disclose historical ties to slavery

On Sept. 30, California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed Assembly Bill 2599, the Truth in Disclosure Act, which requires certain large companies doing business in California to disclose historical ties to chattel slavery.

Ballotpedia · Oct 13

Brickbat: Paying the Piper

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2222, creating tax incentives for news organizations. Under the law, eligible news organizations can… The post Brickbat: Paying the Piper appeared first on Reason Magazine.

Reason · Oct 13

Chief Constable’s advice on Drumcree parade to be scrutinised in legal challenge

A judicial review of Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant’s decision to stop the parade has been widened to include PSNI chief Jon Boutcher.

Evening Standard · Oct 12

Bypoll outcome sees decline in AIADMK vote share, deepens crisis in party

The AIADMK’s vote share fell sharply in the Madurantakam and Dharapuram bypolls, pushing the party to third place behind the ruling TVK and DMK and raising fresh questions over its leadership and electoral strategy. The setback was particularly severe in its traditional Kongu stronghold of Dharapuram, where its vote share…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Sachin Pilot may have denied me ticket; will always remain Rahul Gandhi's soldier: Amrinder Singh Raja Warring

In a significant reshuffle, Amrinder Singh Raja Warring has stepped down as the president of Punjab Congress, citing internal party resistance during his leadership. Acknowledging the support of the new leader Pargat Singh, Warring reaffirmed his loyalty to Rahul Gandhi and the Congress's vision, while also highlighting the necessity for…

The Economic Times · Oct 11

Govt should move beyond rhetoric, claims to improve education, healthcare: Mayawati

BSP president Mayawati raised concerns regarding poverty, inflation and unemployment during an event marking Kanshi Ram’s death anniversary. She emphasised that these issues now resonate with younger generations, specifically Gen Z and Gen Alpha. The party chief reiterated her demand for Bharat Ratna for Kanshi Ram, focusing on his contributions…

The Economic Times · Oct 9