Japan PM Sanae Takaichi's hardline stance on Taiwan and defence has raised concerns over strained China ties, weakened moderating voices within the ruling bloc, and her ability to manage diplomacy and economic policy, drawing criticism from opposition leaders and political observers.
Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) MLA Dr Palla Rajeshwar Reddy clarified on staging a walkout from Telangana Legislative Assembly on Friday, alleging that they "weren't given a chance to speak" and the Chief Minister Revanth Reddy "abused the opposition leaders."
Speaking to ANI from Colombo, Premadasa said India-Sri Lanka relations should not be viewed purely through the prism of diplomacy, but as a partnership shaped by shared geography, history, culture and economic destiny. "Our destinies are inextricably linked," he said, stressing that coope
Tetsuzo Fuwa, former chairman of the Japanese Communist Party and a key party ideologue, died aged 95. A long-serving lawmaker, he helped reshape the JCP into a more pragmatic force and remained active in party affairs until recent years.
Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday strongly condemned the racial killing of Tripura students Anjel Chakma in Dehradun and accused the BJP of "normalising hate," which is leading to such incidents.
Jamaat-e-Islami has announced a seat-sharing alliance ahead of Bangladesh's 2026 elections, triggering divisions within the National Citizen Party. The political shake-up comes as the Awami League remains banned and key opposition leader Tarique Rahman returns from exile.
Nepal's interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki urged major political parties to ensure successful March elections amid unrest. She said resources and security preparations are in place, while opposition leaders stressed the need for a safer environment following deadly protests earlier this ye
Former diplomat Veena Sikri noted Tarique Rahman's return after 17 years may limit his grasp of ground realities, citing his lack of grassroots connection and inability to fully understand public anger and ongoing atrocities against minority communities in Bangladesh.
The National Spokesperson for the BJP has dismissed recent comments by the leader of the opposition, Rahul Gandhi. Syed Zafar Islam argued that Gandhi's tendency to make controversial statements is scripted, and the public no longer takes his critiques seriously.
Addressing a lecture in Berlin, Germany, Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi again levelled "vote theft" allegations on the Government of India, pointing out the duplicate voters in the voter list.
Targeting the BJP-led Centre, the senior Congress leader alleged misuse of central agencies for political purposes and said such actions were aimed at harassing opposition leaders.