June 17, 2026
Union council polls may start first, followed by phased local elections, the local government minister says
The soaring cost of living is a political liability for President Donald Trump and his Republican Party ahead of November midterms
“As we were able to deliver a good national election, I hope we will also be able to handle the local government ones too, In Sha Allah,” he says
A breakup of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland is not imminent, but the outcome may make Britain harder to govern
Mamata Banerjee’s 15-year reign comes to an end as BJP’s saffron banners veil the border state
BJP, Congress, and Left Front are competing for control in key states
Voters elect 102 Senate and 182 House seats amid crowded field
Results are likely to be clear by Friday evening or Saturday, officials say
