Elections

Thailand's Prime Minister Receives Royal Approval to Dissolve Parliament and Call Early Elections

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved Parliament with royal approval, scheduling early elections amid border conflict with Cambodia and constitutional disputes.

Ukraine Elections Under Martial Law: Challenges and Considerations

Ukraine's presidential elections are deferred due to war and martial law. Safety, legal frameworks, and ceasefire are prerequisites before elections can occur, despite external pressures to hold them sooner.

Hungary Strengthens President’s Position Ahead of 2026 Elections

Hungary passed a bill to reinforce the president's position by requiring a two-thirds parliamentary majority to remove the president, ahead of key 2026 elections.

Zelensky Signals Readiness for Ukrainian Elections with Security Guarantees

President Zelensky stated Ukraine could hold elections soon if US and allies guarantee security, countering claims that war is used to avoid elections during martial law.

Zelenskyy offers Ukraine election readiness if US and allies guarantee security

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated readiness to hold elections within 60-90 days if the US and allies can guarantee election security during ongoing martial law conditions.

Trump asserts progress on affordability amid inflation concerns at rally

President Trump held a Pennsylvania rally to promote his economic policies addressing affordability, despite inflation challenges and low public trust in his economic leadership.

Democrat Eileen Higgins Favored to Win Miami Mayoral Runoff

Democrat Eileen Higgins is favored to win Miami’s mayoral runoff against Trump-backed Republican Emilio Gonzalez, potentially breaking a nearly 30-year Republican hold on the office.

Fronts trade barbs, claim big gains in Kochi on poll eve

On the eve of local body polls in Kochi, LDF, UDF, and NDA express confidence in their electoral prospects.

Humayun Kabir seeks alliance with AIMIM, ISF, Left parties, and Congress

Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir is forming a political alliance with AIMIM, ISF, and Congress for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. This move is significant as it aims to challenge the ruling TMC and BJP.

The era of AI persuasion in elections is about to begin

AI-generated messages are increasingly capable of persuading voters, raising concerns about the integrity of elections. This technology could reshape political views at scale.

Former AIADMK MLA R. Chinnasamy joins DMK

R. Chinnasamy, a former AIADMK MLA, has joined the DMK party in Tamil Nadu. This shift is significant in the state's political landscape.

‘AI and social media poll campaigns must comply with rules’

AI and social media use in local polls is allowed if it complies with Election Commission guidelines. Clear labeling of AI-generated content is mandatory.