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democrats test a new red state strategy: Back independents over their own nominees

AP / May 15, 2026, 17:17 (IST)

democrats in red states are backing independent candidates to counter their party's toxic brand, a strategy quietly supported by national party figures. This approach aims to win seats by bypassing traditional democratic nominees, though some question its long-term impact and the independents' future allegiances. The move reflects a pragmatic effort to break partisan gridlock and gain representation.

Indian-American tech millionaire who wants to 'change' democratic Party upside down

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 18, 2026, 14:11 (IST)

Stripe co-founder Saikat Chakrabarti is launching a political revolution, aiming to unseat Nancy Pelosi's successor in San Francisco. He criticizes democratic leadership, advocating for an end to US military aid to Israel, a wealth tax, and free healthcare. Despite significant personal investment and progressive backing, Chakrabarti faces a challenging local political landscape.

VD Satheesan named next Kerala chief minister as Congress ends suspense

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 14, 2026, 12:08 (IST)

After days of intense consultations, the Congress has chosen VD Satheesan as the next chief minister of Kerala. The announcement follows the Congress-led UDF's decisive victory in the state elections, ending the Left democratic Front's second consecutive term. Satheesan emerged as the preferred candidate over KC Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala.

Punjab will oppose any discrepancy in SIR: Randhawa

TNN / May 17, 2026, 00:20 (IST)

Nebraska democrats in tight primary race for state's 'blue dot' US House seat

AP / May 13, 2026, 10:04 (IST)

State Senator John Cavanaugh and political activist Denise Powell are locked in a tight primary for Nebraska's Blue Dot

'India’s strength lies in ... ': MEA rebuts criticism on press freedom, minorities in India

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 17, 2026, 16:02 (IST)

Indian-American Tina Shah stirs row after saying she is the ‘only democrat who is pro-Israel’ in viral video

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 10, 2026, 21:52 (IST)

Ebola virus outbreak: WHO declares international health emergency after rare strain kills 87 in Congo

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 17, 2026, 08:02 (IST)

The World Health Organization declared an international health emergency over a rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain in the democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, with dozens dead. Cases and deaths are rising, particularly in Congo's Ituri province, where community spread and violence complicate containment efforts. This marks Congo's 17th Ebola outbreak.

'There should be dialogue with Pakistan': Mehbooba Mufti backs RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 17, 2026, 15:42 (IST)

Kang writes to CEC, proposes mechanism to prevent deletion of NRI voters

TNN / May 17, 2026, 23:42 (IST)

FIR filed against SP MP Ajendra Singh Lodhi over derogatory remarks against PM Modi

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 12, 2026, 09:58 (IST)

An FIR is filed against Samajwadi Party MP Ajendra Singh Lodhi in Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. BJP leaders, including CM Yogi Adityanath, have strongly condemned the comments, calling them an insult to democratic values and demanding action from SP chief Akhilesh Yadav.

Kerala gets new govt as UDF returns after 10 years; VD Satheesan takes oath as CM

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 18, 2026, 10:57 (IST)

Weekend plans set: Hubballi to host literary fest

TNN / May 11, 2026, 23:00 (IST)

Rajasthan Assembly gets new emblem, gates renamed as part of 75th year celebrations

May 19, 2026, 00:55 (IST)

HC shields TMC’s Jahangir from coercive action till May 26

TNN / May 19, 2026, 02:15 (IST)

Activists write to Prez over arrests in Noida labour violence case

May 16, 2026, 23:22 (IST)

'A complete surprise': Pinarayi Vijayan's first reaction on Kerala assembly loss; calls BJP rise 'serious'

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 07, 2026, 16:47 (IST)

Kerala's outgoing Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed surprise at the Left democratic Front's election defeat, stating the verdict was unexpected. He pledged the LDF would function as a responsible opposition, advocating for social welfare measures. Vijayan also termed the BJP's increased seat tally in the state a serious development.

'PM seems to have memory loss': Congress reminds Modi of 50-day delay in Delhi CM pick amid Kerala leadership suspense

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 10, 2026, 20:17 (IST)

Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala criticized Prime Minister Modi for his remarks on the Kerala CM selection delay, pointing out the BJP's own 50-day wait in Delhi. He emphasized the Congress's democratic process versus the BJP's 'authoritarian' approach. Consultations are ongoing, with a decision expected soon after discussions with leaders and MLAs.