DUP chief hails unionist unity over Drumcree as something to build on Gavin Robinson said his door is open to any unionist leader to discuss co operation in next year’s Assembly elections. Evening Standard · Sep 26
'Process will begin the day they accept,' says Iran President Pezeshkian after Trump rejects ceasefire proposal Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian concluded his visit to New York for the 81st UN General Assembly. He held meetings with various world leaders to discuss U.S.-Iran relations and issues of conflict. Pezeshkian emphasized the atmosphere of distrust between Iran and the United States during his interviews. The U.S. has rejected… The Economic Times · Sep 26
India tears into Pakistan at UN, accusing Islamabad of terror, deceit & ‘regime of the army' India launched a strong response to Pakistan at the UN General Assembly regarding claims of terrorism and Kashmir. India's First Secretary highlighted the Pakistani regime's military dominance and treatment of minorities. The statement referenced the historic presence of Osama bin Laden near a Pakistani military site. India reiterated its stance… The Economic Times · Sep 26
Lobbying intensifies ahead of Rajya Sabha, Legislative Council polls in UP Intense behind-the-scenes maneuvering is heating up among political factions as they prepare for the Rajya Sabha and Legislative Council elections. Rajya Sabha voting is scheduled for October 16, followed by the Legislative Council on October 23. Both the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Samajwadi Party are set to hold meetings… The Economic Times · Sep 25
Unionism ‘has responsibility to give electorate something to vote for’ – Burrows The Ulster Unionist Party leader says he wants to win the confidence of those who do not vote as well as those who vote for other parties. Evening Standard · Sep 24
Your case is of 'Aaya Ram, Gaya Ram': SC dismisses BRS MLA Danam Nagender's plea against disqualification The Supreme Court has rejected Danam Nagender's plea challenging his disqualification following his defection to the Congress. The Telangana High Court confirmed this disqualification, labeling his actions as part of frequent political switching. Justice Bagchi emphasized the nature of the case by referencing a popular phrase about political defectors. Nagender,… The Economic Times · Sep 24
Trump Got the Photo Op. The IMF, World Bank and IDB May Decide Venezuela's Comeback Trump and Delcy Rodríguez met at the UN with no deals disclosed. Her talks with the IMF, World Bank and IDB may shape Venezuela's recovery more. Latin Times · Sep 23
Mamata Banerjee demands fresh Bengal elections amid EC SIR dissent row; calls for CEC's arrest Mamata Banerjee has called for the arrest of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar regarding alleged electoral misconduct. She claims the BJP, in collusion with the Election Commission, manipulated the Bengal Assembly elections. Banerjee is also advocating for new elections across all states where the BJP won post-Special Intensive Revision of… The Economic Times · Sep 23
UP Assembly polls: BSP Chief Mayawati to chair all-India meet on electoral roadmaps, candidate selection Mayawati will chair a significant all-India meeting in Lucknow to discuss the party's electoral strategies. This meeting is set to focus on preparations for upcoming Assembly elections in several states. Ram Gopal Yadav of the Samajwadi Party has expressed his interest in contesting the Rajya Sabha elections. Mayawati previously questioned… The Economic Times · Sep 23
Delhi SIR: CEO clarifies draft electoral roll process, says no name to be deleted without due process Delhi SIR 2026: The Chief Electoral Officer of Delhi issued clarifications about the Draft Electoral Roll prepared for 2026. Notices are being sent to voters where discrepancies or links cannot be verified. Voters can respond by submitting required documents to Electoral Registration Officers or Assistant Officers. A Special Camp to… The Economic Times · Sep 23
Erdoğan Vows To Be Voice of 'Free and Sovereign' Palestine as US Again Denies Abbas UN Visa Recep Tayyip Erdoğan defended Palestinian participation at the UN after the US denied Mahmoud Abbas a visa, prompting a special arrangement for Abbas to speak by video. International Business Times UK · Sep 22
'Godzilla' El Niño: What should Londoners do to prepare? Climate experts predict there will be as many as 451,000 more heat-related deaths around the world over the next six months Evening Standard · Sep 22
When Each Middle Eastern Leader Speaks at the 2026 UN General Assembly: Iran's President To Address the World Iran's president, Netanyahu and a video-linked Abbas all take the UN podium this week. See the Middle East speaking schedule and what changed. Latin Times · Sep 22
Europe's UN Week, Decoded: Who's Speaking When in New York this Week. Zelenskyy, Macron and a New British PM See exactly when Zelenskyy, Macron and Europe's leaders speak at the 2026 UN General Assembly — plus who's skipping New York this week. Latin Times · Sep 22
Latin Times · Sep 22 Latin America Country-By-Country Speaker Schedule at UN General Assembly: Kast, Fujimori, Paz, Rodríguez Debut Trump meets Venezuela's Acting President for the first time in 11 years as Kast and Fujimori debut at the UN and Sheinbaum skips it. What to know.
The Economic Times · Sep 22 'BJP will once again form govt in UP with massive majority in 2027': Nitin Nabin BJP National President Nitin Nabin expressed confidence during a two-day visit to Uttar Pradesh that the party will return to power with a "massive majority" in the 2027 State Assembly elections. Highlighting UP’s transformation under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath from a state once associated with mafia activities to a hub…
The Independent UK · Sep 21 Long defends statement after accusations of misleading MLAs over murderer on run The Justice Minister faced questions as Gary Anderson remains at large after being granted temporary release from Maghaberry Prison.
Evening Standard · Sep 21 Questions for Justice Minister Naomi Long accused of ‘misleading Assembly’ Ms Long said her statement concerning missing killer Gary Anderson was based on information available to her at the time.
Evening Standard · Sep 21 TUV leader said he has not been approached over unionist co-operation Jim Allister was speaking after DUP leader Gavin Robinson pressed for unionist co-operation at next year’s Assembly election.
Evening Standard · Sep 21 Questions for Justice Minister Naomi Long over statement to Assembly Ms Long is set to address an allegation she gave information to the Assembly last week that was ‘not fully accurate’.
The Economic Times · Sep 21 Democracy facing deep crisis in country under BJP rule: Bengal Congress chief West Bengal Congress chief Subhankar Sarkar has accused the BJP government and Election Commission of undermining democracy, alleging repression of dissent and calling for opposition unity ahead of the October 6 Nandigram and Rejinagar bypolls. His remarks come as Congress candidate Milan Pradhan remains in judicial custody in connection with…
The Economic Times · Sep 21 Act on corruption files instead of lecturing us: CPI tells TVK CPI(M) leader P Shanmugam urged the ruling TVK to reveal corruption evidence against the DMK. He stated that the government possesses proof and should initiate swift legal action. Shanmugam noted that TVK candidates face public anger due to their defection from AIADMK. Voters are frustrated with legislators who switched parties…
Evening Standard · Sep 21 London will fall behind European rivals if tourists are charged to visit museums, ministers warned ‘We are at risk of falling back relative to the US and Europe,’ V&A director Sir Tristram Hunt warned
The Economic Times · Sep 21 "Drug fight should begin from Mundra Port, not Punjab": says AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal Arvind Kejriwal stated the drug fight should start from Gujarat's Mundra Port. He reacted to BJP chief Nitin Nabin's remarks on Punjab's anti-drug campaign. Nabin launched a 13-day 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra' from Pathankot. The BJP's campaign aims to disrupt drug supply networks and aid rehabilitation.
The Economic Times · Sep 20 'If you want to stop BJP, talk to us': Owaisi open to alliance ahead of UP polls, targets govt over governance issues AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi stated his party is ready to work with others to prevent a third BJP term. He invited like-minded parties for discussions, emphasizing no single party can stop the BJP alone. Owaisi highlighted AIMIM's strengthened organization and grassroots leadership in Uttar Pradesh. He asserted the upcoming assembly…