'You let BJP, Cong speak, but not us': Akhilesh erupts in LS over NEET discussion
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the Lok Sabha Speaker of unfair treatment. He stated his party was denied a chance to speak on the NEET paper leak. The government and Congress were allowed to present their views while his party was not. Yadav insisted the controversy concerned students and their future, not just politics. He defended protests outside the Prime Minister's residence due to the lack of House discussion.
House votes to extend government funding, aiming to avoid an election year shutdown
Politics House votes to extend government funding, aiming to avoid an election year shutdown July 21, 202610:20 PM ET Eric McDaniel The U.S Capitol is seen on July 17, 2026. Mariam Zuhaib/AP hide caption toggle caption Mariam Zuhaib/AP The House of Representatives voted 220 to 205 on Tuesday to extend funding for the government at existing levels through December 4. Six Democrats joined with Republicans to advance the bill. The government is currently set to run out of money at the end of Septem...
Dhurandhar lawyers must ensure punishment for paper-leak accused: PM Modi
NEW DELHI: PM Modi Tuesday said govt is taking measures to make the exam system "foolproof" and called for shunning partisan politics over paper leaks that have surfaced in several states and under different dispensations, sending out a message of firm intent to end the menace amid attempts by the opposition to seize the issue to corner the Centre.
Trump's Bold Moves: Iran, Trade, and Controversies Shape Political Landscape
Former President Trump is making headlines once again with escalating tensions in Iran, trade tariffs on Canada, and a controversial approach to domestic funding. As the midterms approach, his actions seem aimed at reasserting his influence in American politics.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth goes to the Hill with $350B funding request
Politics Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth goes to the Hill with $350B funding request July 21, 20266:41 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition By Quil Lawrence , Leila Fadel Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth goes to the Hill with $350B funding request Listen · 3:39 3:39 Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed Transcript
Arizona primaries set the stage for contested fall races in a swing state
Politics Arizona primaries set the stage for contested fall races in a swing state July 21, 20265:00 AM ET Saige Miller Supporters of Rep. Andy Biggs, who is running in the Republican primary for Arizona governor, at a campaign event last week. Ross D. Franklin/AP hide caption toggle caption Ross D. Franklin/AP Arizona is the one state holding primaries Tuesday and offers a look at voter sentiment in a swing state, where Republicans narrowly outnumber independents and Democrats. The state went f...
Burnham cuts VAT on electricity bills in first major policy announcement – UK politics live
Move is expected to save households around £45 a year in effort to tackle cost of livingBurnham to cut VAT on electricity bills in first cost-of-living moveGood morning and welcome to our live coverage of UK politics. Andy Burnham has announced an £850m tax cut on electricity bills to help ease cost of living pressures in his first significant policy announcement as prime minister. It means that electricity bills will be reduced by an average of £45 a year from October.Downing Street said the mo...
'Future of youth priority': PM Modi says NEET leak national issue, avoid 'partisan politics'
More than 170 people, including CJP protesters and Delhi Police personnel, were treated at central government hospitals on Monday following clashes during the 'Chalo Sansad' march, with a young woman admitted to Safdarjung Hospital in critical condition, sources said. According to hospital sources, around 150 injured people were taken to Dr Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital, while at least 24 others received treatment at Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC).
Andy Burnham vows to ‘bring back hope’ as he unveils his cabinet
New prime minister says government must ‘do better’ to deliver change but promises prudent approach to economyUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham has said his arrival in power will “bring back hope” to Britain as he launched his premiership with the surprise appointment of John Healey as chancellor and a promise to repair the damage caused to communities during the Thatcher era.The new UK prime minister acknowledged people were “fed up” with politics as he addressed the country after t...
Andy Burnham takes over as UK prime minister, calls for 'new political model'
New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham assumed power Monday morning, vowing to move authority away from London as his new government confronts economic strain, political instability and potential friction with Washington."We will change politics, to make it more collaborative, more about problem-solving than point scoring," Burnham said outside 10 Downing Street. "And we will take power out of here and carry it into every postcode in the land, so that they can do more."And, in doing more, build...
Socialist-backed Michigan Senate hopeful calls American politics a 'disease' after professing love for US
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed on Sunday described America's political system as a "disease" moments after professing his love for the country where he was raised.El-Sayed delivered blistering attacks on the American political system during the final stop of "The People v. The Powerful" tour at DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids. He spoke at the event alongside Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., and Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., as the trio criticized President Donald Trump, part...
Maine Democrats rally around Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner in crucial Senate race – US politics live
Former state legislator in strong position to become Democratic candidate after several appointments drop out over the weekend Troy Jackson, a former state legislator, moved into a strong position to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic candidate in the crucial Maine Senate race after several of his opponents dropped out over the weekend.Maine’s secretary of state, Shenna Bellows, withdrew yesterday morning, saying Democrats didn’t have “a day to waste in unifying” around the goal of defeati...
Andy Burnham to become new prime minister and lay out ‘10-year plan’ for the UK in No 10 speech - UK politics live
Keir Starmer will give his final speech from Downing Street before Burnham arrives and is appointed as new PMGood morning. Today we are getting a new PM. It is the sixth time this has happened in just over a decade (Theresa May replaced David Cameron on 13 July 2016), and so in some respects there is nothing very new or surprising about this. Yet the process has been unusual. In the past, when parties in power have replaced a PM, generally they have opted for someone popular with their own MPs,...
Chris Mason: Burnham is fifth PM in four years - now he'll try to buck the trend
Chris Mason: Burnham is fifth PM in four years - now he'll try to buck the trendImage source, PA MediaByChris MasonPolitical editorPublished51 minutes agoBy lunchtime today, the UK will have its fifth prime minister in four years.No other sentence can so pithily summarise the nature of British politics right now than that one.In the summer of 2022 Boris Johnson was on his way out, but still in office. Since then there has been Liz Truss, Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer.Little wonder Andy Burnha...
Foreign aid could be doubled and Thames Water taken over in blizzard of politics
Foreign aid could be doubled and Thames Water taken over in blizzard of politicsSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy JASON GROVES, POLITICAL EDITOR Published: 00:38, 20 July 2026 | Updated: 00:38, 20 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Trump's Latest Moves: From Airport Rebranding to Military Escalation
Former President Trump's recent endeavors, including a controversial rebranding of Palm Beach airport and his administration's activation of a dormant court for deportations, highlight his ongoing influence in American politics. As tensions rise globally, Trump's positioning amid the Iran conflict adds a complex layer to his political narrative.
Andy Burnham may ‘not wear a suit’ on first appearance as Prime Minister reveals Christopher Hope
Andy Burnham could be set to forgo the formality of wearing a suit or using a lectern in his first appearance as Prime Minister, Christopher Hope has revealed. The GB News' Political Editor suggested such a move could "set the tone for a more informal Government".Despite a long career in politics, including Cabinet posts, Mr Burnham has been keen to stress his standing as a politician outside the Westminster mould. As such, the former Manchester Mayor is often seen sporting a signature dark blue...
Ilhan Omar posts 'cringey' video claiming Minnesota has 'defeated' ICE
Sign up here to our free, weekly DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to US politics See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ALYSSA GUZMAN, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 16:36, 19 July 2026 | Updated: 16:38, 19 July 2026 e-mail View comments
‘I don’t regret it!’ Robert Jenrick refuses to withdraw brutal jibes when pressed on language in politics
Robert Jenrick has refused to withdraw a series of brutal jibes at his opponents when pressed on the use of appropriate language in politics. The Reform UK treasury spokesman was taken to task by GB News’s Camilla Tominey, who insisted “rhetoric does matter”. The pair were speaking after Reform pledged to provide £100million in security for all sitting MPs and prominent former MPs following the murder of Ann Widdecombe in what police have said was a “targeted attack”. Her death contributed to an...
Boris Johnson Holds Civil Servants Accountable for the 'Boriswave' Phenomenon in UK Politics
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has publicly blamed civil servants for the recent surge in public support known as the 'Boriswave'. This controversial statement has sparked renewed discussions on the accountability of government officials in shaping political narratives.