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Pawan Kalyan said he's jealous of Vijay's quick political success, joking, "They won using cutouts and holograms happily." Kalyan, who worked 15 years for his political start, felt Vijay's Tamil Nadu debut was "so carefree." He shared his own struggles managing a party and uniting people, contrasting it with Vijay's swift rise to CM.
Public Works Minister Aadhav Arjuna declared assets worth ₹197.52 crore in his election affidavit. He also reported an income of ₹11.10 crore for the last financial year. Arjuna alleged that DMK, AIADMK, and BJP planned a government under Palaniswami. He claimed many AIADMK members see TVK as the "new AIADMK."
Karnataka leaders Siddaramaiah and Shivkumar are in Delhi for a big Congress meeting. They met with party bigwigs like Venugopal and Surjewala. Shivkumar said, "Going to the first Karnataka bhawan and will take part in the meeting." This comes as people talk about possible changes in Karnataka's leadership.
Voting is happening today, May 26, 2026, for Punjab's 103 local bodies, including eight corporations. This is a big test before the 2027 Assembly polls. Officials said "elaborate arrangements have been made" for smooth voting. Over 7,500 candidates are running, with counting on May 29.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah met with loyalists over breakfast in Delhi before a big Congress meeting on May 26. Sources say "there would be no change in the CM's post for now." The meeting will cover cabinet changes, Rajya Sabha picks, and council appointments, with Deputy CM Shivakumar also present.
Arvind Kejriwal said AAP's Narmada win shows people want change in Gujarat. He believes this victory signals a political shift and could help AAP in the 2027 elections. "What the people of Narmada district have done today, the whole of Gujarat will do tomorrow," he stated, thanking voters for their trust.
Arvind Kejriwal said the Narmada panchayat win shows "the people of Gujarat want change." He thanked voters, calling the victory a "revolution" against the BJP and Congress, whom he accused of secretly working together to "loot Gujarat." This win, he believes, is a sign that a third party can succeed in the state.
Karnataka's top Congress leaders are in Delhi today for talks that could change things. The party might be looking at a cabinet shake-up or finding a new leader. Siddaramaiah said, "I am not aware of the agenda for the discussions." This meeting aims to calm down any disagreements before they hurt the government's work.
Voting's happening now for Punjab's 103 local bodies, including eight big corporations! Over 7,500 candidates are trying their luck. Officials said "voting through ballot papers beginning at 8 am." This is a big deal, with people watching closely before the 2027 Assembly elections. Counting is on May 29.
Karnataka's top leaders, Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar, are meeting Congress bosses separately. Siddaramaiah plans to "highlight his government’s development work" and won't step down unless told directly. He's also considering advice to ask for time if asked to resign, showing a bit of a power play.
Tamil Nadu ministers are back after sixty years! A Congress minister said, "it will be a transparent, clean and honest government." They aim for a corruption-free rule, unlike past parties. This is a big chance to help people, and they plan to do their best.
Qatar denied offering Iran $12 billion for frozen assets, calling the claims "desperate attempts to tarnish Qatar's reputation." This comes as a peace deal between the US and Iran is being pushed. Reports say Iran wants access to these funds before moving forward with talks.