Many have been eagerly awaiting the results of the Bihar Assembly elections, and exit polls are finally here. According to nine exit polls cited by The Indian Express, the BJP-led NDA is expected to continue as the ruling party, winning 147 seats in the 243-member Assembly. Meanwhile, the RJD-Congress alliance is projected to win 90 seats, and other parties are expected to win five. The highly anticipated results will be announced on November 14. #watch | Katihar, Bihar: Former Deputy CM and BJP candidate from Katihar, Tarkishore Prasad, shares his thoughts on the exit polls. He expresses confidence in the NDA's development work and trusts the voters of Bihar to choose the right party to lead the state. With a record voter turnout of 66.91%, the results of the Bihar Assembly elections are sure to make a major impact on the political landscape of India.
On Thursday's episode of Good Morning Britain, host Ed Balls was called out on social media by viewers for interviewing Labour MP and Chancellor Rachel Reeves about her Autumn budget. Critics pointed out that Balls, who is married to Reeves' colleague Yvette Cooper and was previously a Labour Chancellor, was displaying bias in his conversation with Reeves. This isn't the first time Ed Balls has faced criticism for interviewing a family member on the show.
In the Lok Sabha, a special discussion was held to commemorate 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram, which was turned into a battleground for political agendas. Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress of splitting the song in order to appease the Muslim League and ultimately make the song unrecognizable. This sparked protest and outrage from the opposition who claimed that this discussion was simply an attempt to gain favor for the upcoming assembly elections in West Bengal. The session also saw technicalities such as the mispronunciation of the poet's name and the song itself, furthering the divisions in the political discourse.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commends Home Minister Amit Shah for his compelling speech on the electoral process, in which he exposed the deceptive tactics of the opposition. Shah's detailed account of various aspects of the electoral process and the strength of democracy left little room for opposition's false allegations. He also called out the Congress for their failures and reiterated the importance of strong leadership for electoral success.
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology has recommended that the government amend the penal provisions for publishing and telecasting fake news to include cancelling the accreditation of journalists or creators found guilty. The committee also stressed the need to define the term 'fake news' and incorporate suitable clauses in existing regulatory frameworks to combat misinformation and protect freedom of speech. They also suggested the implementation of fact-checking mechanisms and internal ombudsmen in media organizations to strengthen self-regulatory measures and combat the spread of fake news.
In a fiery speech on Wednesday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused the Opposition Congress of colluding with infiltrators for electoral gain. Shah alleged that incidents of 'vote chori' have occurred in the past, including during the election of prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru despite Sardar Patel receiving majority votes. He also responded to Rahul Gandhi's accusations of 'vote chori' by challenging the Congress leader to a debate. The debate comes as the government initiates a Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls to remove illegal infiltrators.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah delivered a passionate speech in Parliament, targeting the issue of illegal infiltration and accusing the opposition of playing vote bank politics. He emphatically declared the government's policy on illegal residents and intruders: "detect, delete, and deport". Shah also attacked the Congress and the Gandhi family for their alleged history of electoral theft. This led to a heated exchange with Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, who has been consistently questioning the fairness of elections and the integrity of institutions.
The controversial Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, introduced in 2023, has garnered criticism from opposition and civil society voices for allowing the Executive to control appointments to the Election Commission of India (ECI). Against this backdrop, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi accused the ECI of colluding with those in power and warned officials of retrospective action. This move follows a 2023 law which grants ECI officials immunity for actions taken while in power, leading to concerns about the impartiality of the electoral process.
The Lok Sabha witnessed a dramatic exchange between Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi during the Winter Session of Parliament. Gandhi challenged Shah to debate on his allegations of "vote chori" by the BJP, to which Shah retorted that he will not change his speech for anyone's demands. The session will continue till December 19.
A detailed LinkedIn post by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted the issue of unclaimed financial assets in the country, with more than Rs 1 lakh crore lying untouched in banks, insurance companies, and investment platforms. In October 2025, the government launched the ‘Aapki Poongi, Aapka Adhikaar – Your Money, Your Right’ initiative to simplify the search and claim process for these funds. Through facilitation camps and dedicated digital platforms, nearly Rs 2,000 crore has already been returned to rightful claimants. PM Modi urges citizens to check for any unclaimed funds and contribute to the mission of building a transparent, financially empowered and inclusive India.
On the birth anniversary of C Rajagopalachari, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the Indian freedom fighter and honored his contributions to India's governance and independence movement. In addition, PM Modi also remembered the bravery of those who fought in the Assam Movement on the occasion of Martyrs' Day. He emphasized that Assam Movement holds an important place in Indian history and his government is committed to fulfilling the dreams of the agitators for the all-round development of the state. PM Modi also shared interesting archival material, showcasing the life and work of C Rajagopalachari on his birth anniversary.