DECEMBER ELECTION SCHEDULE
BJP wins 77 seats of five Tripura civic bodies unopposed; elections for rest on November 27
The BJP secured 77 seats in five civic bodies of Tripura without opposition ahead of the elections. Voting for 268 seats will take place on November 27, following scrutiny of nominations. A total of 810 candidates are contesting for the available positions across various local bodies. Allegations of forced withdrawals were made by CPI(M) regarding their candidates in Ambassa.
Ladakh announces December 4 council polls amid shutdown
Ladakh's State Election Commission has announced December 4 as the polling date for all eight LAHDCs, with counting scheduled for December 8. The announcement comes amid protests and shutdowns in Kargil and Sankoo, with the Apex Body Leh opposing winter elections and demanding a review of the delimitation exercise.
BJP state president Pankaj Chaudhary criticises Akhilesh Yadav, urges to apologise before Ram temple visit
Pankaj Chaudhary, the BJP president of Uttar Pradesh, has criticised Akhilesh Yadav's planned visit to the Ram temple. Chaudhary urged Yadav to visit and apologise for past incidents involving kar sevaks on December 6. This criticism is part of the BJP's broader strategy ahead of the upcoming 2027 UP polls. Akhilesh Yadav has previously raised concerns over alleged donation irregularities at the Ram temple.
US stocks: Dow rockets 1,100 points, S&P over 2% as oil slide cools inflation worries; Nvidia slumps
US stocks experienced a notable upswing on Monday following a decline in oil prices that calmed inflation worries and propelled market growth. The S&P 500 rebounded significantly after the midterm elections, with gains in nine sector indexes. Nvidia's shares fell amid uncertainty over CEO Jensen Huang's future. Analysts argue the stock market's prior drop was exaggerated, with investors now keenly awaiting inflation reports to gauge Federal Reserve responses.
US stocks face volatile week as AI selloff, inflation data and tech earnings loom
US stocks face a volatile week as investors brace for October CPI inflation data and key tech earnings following a sharp AI-led selloff. Regulatory concerns post-US midterms, alongside Fed rate hike expectations, have pushed the Nasdaq into correction territory despite the S&P 500 maintaining gains for 2026.
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Trump replaces Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff after GOP's midterm defeat
Stephen Miller has been appointed as White House chief of staff following Susie Wiles' resignation after the midterm elections. Wiles served admirably and will remain involved with Trump's political organization despite her departure. Miller, a key figure behind Trump's strict immigration policies, now faces increased scrutiny from a Democratic Congress. Wiles had a notable tenure, characterized by disciplined campaign leadership despite personal health challenges.
Why is Bitcoin price crashing today? BTC USD falls toward $76,000 amid stock market sell-off and $370 million in crypto liquidations
Bitcoin (BTC USD) price crash today: Bitcoin has fallen back toward $76,000 after failing to hold its recovery above $80,000. A sell-off in technology stocks added to the pressure, while nearly $370 million in leveraged crypto positions were liquidated in about an hour. Traders are now watching the $75,000 level.
NVDA stock crash: Nvidia’s worst day since the DeepSeek shock - The AI giant fell 9% and is now down for the year
Nvidia stock rebounds 5% after 9.26% crash: Nvidia suffered its worst single-day fall since the January 2025 DeepSeek shock, with shares plunging 9.26% to $181.60 on Thursday and turning negative for 2026. The crash came as Wall Street lost nearly $3 trillion in market value. Friday’s futures pointed to a partial recovery, with Nvidia rebounding in premarket trading as chip stocks attempted to recover.
Jailed Malaysian ex-PM Najib pays fine, meeting condition for house arrest
Jailed Malaysian former prime minister Najib Razak paid a $12 million fine Friday, allowing him to serve the rest of his sentence under house arrest, his party said. Malaysian King Sultan Ibrahim had granted Najib the conditional pardon in September, allowing him to serve out the rest of his prison sentence under house arrest provided he pay the fine.
Delhi poll body says voters left out of draft SIR roll can fill Form 6 without fear of prosecution
According to a statement by the office of the chief electoral officer (CEO), no action under Section 31 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, would be initiated against an elector solely on the ground that their name figured in a previous electoral roll and they had submitted Form 6 during or after the SIR process.
Govt ready to convene special Parliament session to discuss SIR: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said the government was willing to convene a special session of Parliament to discuss the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. His remarks came amid Opposition criticism of the exercise and demands for a discussion on its implementation and implications.
MCX gold prices fall Rs 1,400/10 gram, silver tanks Rs 4,300/kg ahead of Diwali while rate hike bets linger. What should you do?
Gold and silver prices declined on MCX as rising oil prices and renewed inflation concerns weighed on bullion sentiment. Investors tracked US midterm elections and Fed rate expectations, while experts flagged key trading levels amid continued volatility in precious metals.
Dollar under pressure as oil prices slump, Australia rate decision awaited
The dollar experienced fluctuations as oil prices dropped amid potential US-Iran diplomatic developments. Meanwhile, the Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to announce an interest rate hike this week. Central banks in Britain, Norway, and Sweden are also set to provide policy statements. The Australian dollar remains steady as economic indicators suggest mixed growth. Market sentiment is influenced by ongoing AI-related stock market concerns and upcoming US midterm elections.
US midterm elections 2026: What is Georgia's November 20 certification deadline and possible December runoff? Here's what happens
November 20 is the last day for the state to certify votes in federal and statewide contests, according to the Georgia Secretary of State's 2026 election calendar. For certifying these returns, the Secretary of State's office is responsible. The official results are established by County election superintendents after local election officials have completed the counting.
US midterm elections: Last date to vote, polling station closing time, results date and when will winners be declared
The 2026 US midterm elections are set to take place on November 3, 2026, with voting varying by state. Polling hours and ballot submission deadlines will be influenced by local regulations. Election night will kick off the reporting of results, but official affirmations could take longer. Tight races may result in delayed announcements due to close margins or mail-in ballots. Voters should refer to state election websites for credible updates.
Powerball lottery jackpot results, winning numbers: Did anyone win the Powerball last night? Check next drawing date, Montana millionaire lottery tickets, million dollar prizes
Powerball jackpot has estimated to jump USD 793 million with a cash value of USD 333.9 million for Monday drawing. Montana millionaire lottery tickets can be purchased at grocery stores, gas stations, casinos, bars and taverns.
India-Bangladesh Ganga water treaty renewal in doubt as December deadline nears
The 1996 India-Bangladesh Ganga water-sharing treaty faces uncertainty ahead of its December 12 expiry, with New Delhi unlikely to renew it automatically without a visit by Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman. Both countries are weighing changes to the agreement, amid India's rising domestic water needs and Bangladesh's push for revised allocation terms.
Oil prices soar 14% in October to 6-month high as US weighs fresh Iran strikes after midterms. More pain ahead?
Brent crude rose 13.6% in October to settle at a six-month high of $117.64 a barrel, as fears of fresh US strikes on Iran and threats to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz fuelled supply concerns. Analysts warn of further volatility, with Goldman Sachs flagging a possible rise to $120.
ECI once again defers SIR in Tripura ahead of urban civic body polls
The Election Commission of India has revised the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. This revision will now begin on December 15, 2026, and continue through January 25, 2027. Booth Level Officers will conduct house-to-house visits during this period to update the rolls. The draft electoral rolls are set to be published on February 1, 2027, for public claims.
Economists appear before Parliamentary panel on simultaneous polls
BJP MP P P Chaudhary, Chairman of the Joint Committee on the Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, said the economists included S Gurumurthy and Shamika Ravi, among others.
Delhi SIR: Poll body to step up door-to-door re-verification of 47.5 lakh deleted voters
Senior officials said special camps for voter enrolment, including students, homeless, transgender persons and sex workers, were also being considered for November 15 and 22. The office of the Delhi Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) had earlier directed officials to revisit the deleted entries and verify whether the excluded voters were eligible for inclusion in the final electoral roll.
ECI extends timeline for SIR electoral rolls in Delhi and five states
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in six states and Union Territories: Delhi, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Nagaland and Telangana. The revised timelines provide additional time for filing claims and objections and disposing of them. Delhi's final electoral roll will be published on December 22, while the other five will publish their updated lists on November 30.
Dollar steady after Fed hold leaves rate path murky
After the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates steady, the US dollar found stability. Investors are now grappling with uncertainty regarding potential rate increases as inflation figures loom. The Fed highlighted robust economic growth, with Chair Kevin Warsh emphasizing the need for inflation control without hindering this progress. Eyes are now on upcoming central bank meetings in Europe and Japan, where rate adjustments are unlikely.
Fed holds rates, says data will guide next move
In their latest meeting, Federal Reserve officials decided to keep interest rates steady, reflecting a measured approach towards inflation concerns. Not all agreed, however; two officials pushed for an increase to counteract growing prices. Current economic indicators reveal robust growth, driven by increased consumer spending and investment. Analysts are keenly awaiting upcoming inflation data to better gauge the Fed's policy direction, which aims for a 2 percent inflation target.
Fed meeting today: October interest rate decision, December rate hike outlook and what Kevin Warsh may signal
Federal Open Market Committee meeting today: Fed is expected to keep interest rates unchanged despite persistent inflation, putting Kevin Warsh under pressure to explain the decision. With markets expecting another rate hike in December, his remarks could offer clues about the central bank’s next move and how it plans to bring inflation back to its 2% target.
UP BJP focusing on adding new voters via SSR
BJP is initiating preparations for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections scheduled for next April. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is overseeing efforts for the ongoing summary revision of electoral rolls. High-level meetings are being held with state BJP leaders regarding voter registration and addressing misinformation. The party is establishing call centers to enhance communication with grassroots workers and voters.
Do not release provisional census data to press: RGI to states and UTs
The Registrar General of India has announced that Census 2027 data will not be made public, emphasizing the confidentiality guaranteed by the Census Act of 1948. This census is notably being conducted digitally, allowing for swift data submission. The process comprises two main phases: the initial house listing followed by the actual population count. The government has pledged a substantial financial investment for this extensive headcount endeavor.
Jamia Milia Islamia students refuse to end protest despite poll order, scuffles break out with security personnel
Protests continue at Jamia Millia Islamia as students demand the restoration of union elections since 2006. The university announced elections would occur within 15 days after the union's constitution is approved. Students have raised concerns over the absence of a definitive timeline for these elections, leading to tensions with the administration. Classes have been shifted online due to the protests, and security has been increased on campus.
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