In 2019, Indonesia held a historic one-day election for the President, national and regional legislatures, and local councils. Aimed at cutting costs and simplifying administration, it came at a tragic human cost: nearly 900 poll workers died and over 5,000 fell seriously ill. In 2024, there was again a heavy toll — more than 100...

Known for speaking his mind irrespective of his party affiliation, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Malwinder Singh Kang has now stirred a debate by suggesting that recent confrontations between farmers and the Punjab Police could have been handled more sensitively. Kang made the comments during a recent television interaction while discussing farmers’ protests and governance...

Tamil Nadu’s political arena saw fresh sparring after the AIADMK came out in support of actor-turned-politician Vijay, accusing the ruling DMK of attempting to damage his reputation as he prepares for his first electoral battle. The defence of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader came after a petition related to his divorce case surfaced in public...