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Abraham Jimawo, a former executive director of the Edo State Rapid Response Agency, has announced his candidacy for the Etsako East/Etsako West/Etsako Central Federal Constituency seat in the upcoming 2027 election.

Shatrughan Sinha, a senior leader of the Trinamool Congress, faces allegations of violating election code due to using a blue beacon vehicle during his campaign in the Bengal elections.

Congress has announced its fifth and final list of candidates for the Assam Assembly elections, naming seven candidates and declaring a total of 101 candidates for the 126 seats in the state.

Congress workers in Assam's Bijni Assembly constituency vandalized their party office in a protest against the party's decision not to field a candidate for the elections.

The African Democratic Congress in Nigeria has commenced the sale of nomination forms for its upcoming party elections at various levels.

The All India Trinamool Congress has announced its second list of candidates for the Assam Assembly elections scheduled for April 2026.

In a dramatic familial fallout, Haryana Congress MLA Mohammad Israr's son, Nazim Chaudhary, publicly severed all ties with his father following allegations of cross-voting in the Rajya Sabha elections.

Brazilian Congress continues to allow military participation in civilian government positions, prompting proposals for reforms to ensure military personnel step back from political roles.

The BJP has nominated several spiritual leaders as candidates for the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections as part of a strategy to counter the Trinamool Congress.

West Bengal's assembly elections see a variety of unique campaign methods, including a candidate participating in a traditional game to symbolize their election strategy.

Polska 2050, led by Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz, has announced its name change to 'Polska 2050 Rzeczpospolitej Polskiej' and outlined its commitment to supporting the middle class during its congress.

Fernando Haddad, who led Brazil’s Ministry of Finance for nearly 1,200 days, has left his position to run in this year’s elections, marking his tenure with numerous achievements and conflicts with Congress.

In a dramatic late-night meeting, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi intervened to prevent party lawmakers from contesting in the Kerala Assembly elections, leading to a reevaluation of candidate selections based on caste dynamics.

The Congress Party has released its fourth list of candidates for the Assam Assembly elections, announcing seven names and leaving 11 seats for its ally, Rajor Dal.

Candidates of the African Democratic Congress in Nigeria are urging party leaders not to neglect those who helped build the party's foundation.

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) unveiled its manifesto for the West Bengal assembly elections, highlighting ten key resolutions aimed at combating central intervention and preserving the state's identity.

The Brazilian Workers' Party (PT) is prioritizing congressional elections over gubernatorial elections in the distribution of its electoral fund for upcoming elections.

The article discusses the political journey of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, highlighting his rise from college politics to leading the BJP in state elections.

TMC leader Sanjay Sharma claims that the party will form the government in West Bengal for the fourth time on May 4, with Mamata Banerjee taking the oath as Chief Minister again.

The article discusses the need for the Evangelical Parliamentary Front in Brazil to articulate its positions on national issues ahead of future elections.

Abhaya's father criticizes the Left for maintaining TMC's power and speaks on his family's political aspirations ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.

The BJP has released its first list of candidates for the Assam assembly elections in 2026, including Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Pradyut from Congress.

Deepender Singh Hooda of Congress accused the BJP of corruption in the Rajya Sabha elections, alleging heavy offers and calls from big leaders.

The political temperature has risen in West Bengal following the announcement of the assembly elections, with Mamata Banerjee contesting from the significant Bhawanipur seat.

A coalition in Nigeria has urged the African Democratic Congress to designate its presidential ticket to Southern Nigeria for the upcoming 2027 elections.

Kunal Ghosh, known as a key spokesperson for the Trinamool Congress (TMC), has been given a ticket to contest from the Beleghata assembly seat in Kolkata, marking his electoral debut.

The Trinamool Congress claims victory in the Bengal assembly elections, asserting that the BJP has become ineffective and has already lost the elections.

Several leaders, including Assam Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi, have resigned from the party, raising concerns about the party's stability in view of the upcoming assembly elections.

Senior Congress leader Pradyut Bordoloi resigns from the party just ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, possibly altering political equations in the state.

Congress faces a significant setback in Assam as veteran leader Pradyut Bordoloi switches allegiance to BJP ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has adopted the BJP's 'no-repeat' formula in her campaign for the upcoming assembly elections, raising questions about whether she can replicate the party's success.

The Congress party faced significant embarrassment during the Rajya Sabha elections as internal conflicts led to cross voting among its lawmakers in several states.

Congress faces a significant setback in Assam as MP Pradyut Bordoloi resigns and is rumored to join the BJP, potentially altering political dynamics ahead of the elections.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee released her party's candidate list for the upcoming assembly elections from a small room in Kalighat, which she considers to be auspicious.

Elections for the president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF) for 2027-2031 will take place on March 17, 2026, with current president Francisco Egas as the only candidate amidst legal and political scrutiny.

The Trinamool Congress has announced its candidates for the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections, positioning a former BJP leader against opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari in Nandigram.

The Odisha Congress has suspended three MLAs for cross-voting during the Rajya Sabha elections and has called for their disqualification from the assembly.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is rallying his party, Pastef, and its allies in preparation for the local elections set for 2027, while announcing the party's first congress since its founding in 2014.

The article discusses the impact of cross voting during the recent Rajya Sabha elections in India, focusing particularly on opposition struggles in Bihar.

TMC spokesperson has accused the Election Commission of allowing BJP's Gyanesh Kumar to engage in vote theft during elections in West Bengal.

Ousmane Sonko is preparing for the 2027 elections in Senegal by holding a congress for his political party Pastef and meeting with his allies.

The NDA led by the BJP secured 22 Rajya Sabha seats in recent elections, while the opposition managed only 6, reflecting a significant political advantage for the ruling coalition.

Former Bayelsa State governor Seriake Dickson expresses growing frustration among Nigerians and their desire for political change as the 2027 elections approach.

The Lithuanian Social Democratic Party is meeting at a hotel to discuss political issues, party congress preparations, and local elections.

Brazil's Minister of Agrarian Development and Family Agriculture, Paulo Teixeira, announced he will leave his post to run for a seat in the federal chamber in 2026.

Vinesh Phogat has made a remark targeting the BJP, highlighting the ongoing battle of confidence between BJP and Congress during the elections.

Political tensions rise in Odisha as three Congress legislators reportedly voted in favor of a BJP-supported candidate during the Rajya Sabha elections.

Voting is underway for five Rajya Sabha seats in Bihar, with NDA and Mahagathbandhan legislators participating, while Congress's three members have yet to vote.

Nigeria's political landscape is undergoing significant changes less than a year ahead of the presidential elections, with the People's Democratic Party facing a crisis and the African Democratic Congress emerging as a new opposition coalition.

Pasok's recent internal elections saw a participation of 160,000 members, significantly surpassing earlier expectations and demonstrating public interest in the party's activities.