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The Assam unit of the ruling BJP quietly removed a social media post featuring stills from an AI-generated video that appeared to show an avatar of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma taking aim at a framed image of two Muslim men. The caption read: &ldquo;Point blank shot.&rdquo;
The post was deleted within hours, but not before it triggered widespread outrage and sharp political reactions. The Chief Minister later said he had neither seen the video nor shared it from his personal accounts.
What might have otherwise passed as fringe online content acquired deeper significance because it came from an official party handle. In a country where religious fault lines are never far from the surface, such imagery is not merely provocative it carries the weight of history. India has seen how digitally manufactured outrage often precedes real-world hostility, particularly in the months leading to elections.
The episode unfolded as Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on a diplomatic visit to Malaysia, a Muslim-majority nation. Opposition leaders linked the timing to potential diplomatic embarrassment, arguing that domestic rhetoric does not remain confined within borders in the age of viral media.
Critics described the video as an example of how AI tools are being weaponised to amplify polarisation. The blending of technology and communal messaging has emerged as a troubling trend, lowering the threshold for incendiary propaganda while allowing plausible deniability once backlash erupts.
Assam has, over the past few years, witnessed intense political rhetoric around identity, migration and citizenship. During election cycles, these themes often sharpen into binaries of &ldquo;us versus them&rdquo;, reinforcing a sense of siege among communities. Digital platforms have become accelerants, rewarding the most divisive content with the widest reach.
The swift deletion of the post underscores a recurring pattern: content is uploaded, outrage follows, and removal is presented as closure. Yet the screenshots linger, and so does the distrust.
In a democracy as diverse as India&rsquo;s, political messaging carries consequences far beyond the screen. When religious imagery intersects with electoral ambition, the damage can outlast the news cycle.

AI clip sparks outrage, revives debate on hate politics and elections

Assam BJP Deletes Controversial AI Clip

The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance registered a sweeping victory in the Maharashtra municipal corporation elections, winning control of 25 out of 29 civic bodies, including the financially powerful Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The results marked a major political setback for opposition alliances, even as AIMIM emerged as a significant gainer.
Across the state, the BJP secured 1,425 of the total 2,869 seats. The Shiv Sena won 399 seats, followed by the Congress with 324 and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) with 167. The Shiv Sena (UBT) managed 155 seats, while the NCP (SP) won 36. Smaller parties such as the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena and the Bahujan Samaj Party won 13 and six seats respectively. Independents claimed 19 seats, while registered and unrecognised parties together accounted for over 300 seats.
AIMIM, led by Asaduddin Owaisi, recorded substantial gains by winning 125 seats. Following the results, Owaisi said parties that suffered losses should engage in serious introspection.
The elections also dealt a blow to two major political unions in the state. The reconciliations within the Thackeray and Pawar families failed to translate into electoral success.
In Mumbai, the BJP and the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena ended the nearly 30-year dominance of the undivided Shiv Sena once controlled by the Thackeray family. The BJP also emerged victorious in Pune, defeating the combined challenge posed by the rival NCP factions led by Sharad Pawar and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar.
Addressing party workers in south Mumbai, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the Mahayuti alliance was poised to form administrations in 25 municipal corporations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked voters for the decisive mandate, stating that the people of Maharashtra had endorsed the NDA&rsquo;s agenda of pro-people and good governance.

Mahayuti wins 25 civic bodies as AIMIM posts big gains across Maharashtra

BJP-Led Mahayuti Sweeps Maharashtra Civic Polls

Political campaigning across Maharashtra has intensified sharply as the state heads into the final days before the civic elections scheduled for January 15. Major parties have stepped up rallies, manifesto launches and public attacks, turning the last Sunday before polling into a decisive moment for voter outreach.
The ruling Mahayuti alliance led by the Bharatiya Janata Party released its manifesto for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections, outlining promises focused on urban infrastructure, public transport, healthcare, housing and slum rehabilitation, environmental measures, and transparency in governance. The document was unveiled in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, with the alliance projecting continuity and large scale urban redevelopment as key priorities.
The elections will be held across 29 municipal corporations, including Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Nagpur and Nashik. For the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation alone, around 1,700 candidates are contesting 227 wards. Voting will take place from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm on January 15, with the state government declaring a holiday to ensure maximum voter participation. Results are scheduled to be announced on January 16.
Opposition parties have also sharpened their attacks. Supriya Sule of the Nationalist Congress Party questioned the ruling alliance over persistent civic issues in Thane, particularly water shortages and waste management, alleging that years of governance have failed to translate into basic improvements for residents.
In Pune, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut launched a scathing critique of the ruling parties, alleging the use of muscle power and criminal influence in candidate selection. He claimed the city, once known for its cultural reputation, was now being reduced to what he described as a &ldquo;city of goons,&rdquo; a remark that drew strong reactions from rival parties.
Political realignments have added another layer of drama to the campaign. Former MLA Dagdu Sakpal quit Shiv Sena (UBT) to join the Shinde led Shiv Sena, while several suspended Congress corporators from Ambernath moved to the BJP, signalling last minute shifts ahead of polling.
Symbolic moments have also marked the campaign. Thackeray cousins Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray held a joint rally in Nashik, their first together in two decades, with another rally planned as campaigning enters its final stretch. Meanwhile, Union Minister Piyush Goyal dismissed the reunion, questioning its political impact.
Campaigning has also taken on a popular touch, with actor and Shiv Sena leader Govinda canvassing in Mumbai&rsquo;s Kamathipura area, drawing crowds as parties seek to connect with voters on the ground.
With rallies, roadshows and door to door campaigns peaking, all major parties are making a final push to sway undecided voters. As Maharashtra prepares to vote, the civic elections are shaping up as a significant test of urban governance narratives and political alliances across the state.

Maharashtra Civic Polls Heat Up Before Jan 15

Manifestos, rallies and sharp attacks mark the final phase of campaigning across 29 cities

The draft electoral roll of Uttar Pradesh has seen a sharp reduction after a Special Intensive Revision, with nearly 2.89 crore names deleted from the voter list, accounting for close to one-fifth of the state&rsquo;s electorate.
The revised draft was published on Tuesday by the Election Commission of India following the completion of the enumeration phase of the Special Intensive Revision, or SIR. As a result, the total number of voters in Uttar Pradesh has come down from 15.44 crore to 12.55 crore.
Navdeep Rinwa, Chief Electoral Officer of Uttar Pradesh, said the revision reflects a large-scale verification exercise aimed at cleaning up the rolls ahead of future elections. According to the election authority, the reduction amounts to about 18.7 per cent of the earlier list, or roughly one in every five voters.
The poll body said over 12.55 crore electors submitted their enumeration forms by the end of the exercise on December 26, indicating what it described as strong participation in the first phase of the revision process.
A breakup of the deletions shows that around 46.23 lakh names were removed due to the death of voters. Another 2.17 crore names were deleted after voters were found to have shifted their place of residence, while about 25.46 lakh entries were removed after being identified as duplicates.
Election officials stressed that the draft roll is not final. Voters whose names have been deleted but who are otherwise eligible can still seek inclusion during the claims and objections period, which runs from January 6 to February 6, 2026. Such voters will need to submit the required application form along with a declaration and supporting documents.
The revision exercise was initially scheduled to conclude on December 11, but Uttar Pradesh sought a 15-day extension after preliminary data showed that nearly 2.97 crore names were at risk of being excluded from the draft list.
Similar revision drives have recently been carried out in other states as well. The electoral roll was reduced by 97 lakh names in Tamil Nadu and by 74 lakh in Gujarat following special enumeration exercises. In Assam, a separate revision led to the deletion of over 10.56 lakh names.
The Election Commission has said the objective of these revisions is to ensure greater accuracy in voter lists by removing outdated, duplicate or ineligible entries, while giving genuine voters an opportunity to be restored before the rolls are finalised.

UP draft voter list drops nearly one-fifth names

2.89 crore voters removed after Special Intensive Revision, claims window still open

The Election Commission of India has released the integrated draft electoral rolls for Assam following a Special Intensive Revision exercise, leading to the deletion of more than 10.5 lakh names from the voter list ahead of the state Assembly elections due later this year.
According to the draft rolls published on Saturday, Assam now has 2,51,09,754 registered voters. This figure excludes 93,021 individuals classified as D-voters, or doubtful voters, whose citizenship status remains under verification.
The Commission said a total of 10,56,291 entries were removed during the revision process. The deletions were attributed to factors such as the death of voters, permanent migration out of the state, and duplication of names across electoral rolls.
Election officials said the special revision was carried out to improve the accuracy and integrity of the voter database as the state prepares for polls in less than six months. The exercise involved verification at multiple levels to ensure that only eligible voters remain on the rolls.
The draft rolls will remain open for public scrutiny, allowing citizens to file claims and objections within the stipulated period. Eligible voters whose names are missing can apply for inclusion, while objections can be raised against incorrect entries before the final rolls are published.
The updated electoral rolls are expected to play a key role in ensuring a fair and transparent electoral process in Assam, where voter data has often been a sensitive and closely watched issue.

Assam Draft Rolls Out, Over 10.5 Lakh Names Cut

EC updates voter list after special revision ahead of Assam Assembly elections

West Bengal&rsquo;s electoral rolls have undergone one of their biggest cleanups in decades, with over 58 lakh names removed from the draft voters&rsquo; list released after the Special Intensive Revision process. The revised draft comes as the state prepares for the next assembly elections.
The deletions span multiple categories. More than 24 lakh names were removed after being identified as deceased. Nearly 20 lakh voters were struck off for permanently relocating outside their constituencies, while over 12 lakh names were marked as missing after officials failed to trace them at their registered addresses. Duplicate entries accounted for over 1.38 lakh deletions, and around 57,000 names were removed for miscellaneous reasons.
The revision has also flagged widespread data inconsistencies. Several million voters have been placed under verification due to mismatches in personal details such as parentage, age gaps with parents or grandparents, and gender discrepancies. A large number of voters above 45 years of age were also found missing from the reference electoral list used during the last intensive revision.
Field-level officers will now conduct door-to-door verification for voters flagged with discrepancies. If inconsistencies persist, voters may be called for formal hearings before electoral registration officials.
The draft roll is open for public scrutiny, with a fixed period for claims and objections by citizens and political parties. After hearings and verification, the final voters&rsquo; list will be published ahead of the elections.
With lakhs of names removed and millions more under review, the revision is expected to play a crucial role in shaping the electoral landscape of the state.

58 Lakh Voters Dropped from Bengal Draft Roll

Massive cleanup of electoral rolls ahead of polls triggers scrutiny, claims window opens

The Opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) delivered a sweeping performance in Kerala&rsquo;s local body elections, securing a dominant share of seats across corporations, municipalities, block panchayats and gram panchayats, in a verdict widely seen as a strong anti-incumbency signal against the Pinarayi Vijayan-led government. Adding to the political churn, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) stunned the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) by winning the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, ending 45 years of uninterrupted Left control in the state capital.
The elections, held in two phases on December 9 and 11, covered six corporations, 14 district panchayats, 86 municipalities, 152 block panchayats and 941 gram panchayats. The results are being viewed as a key indicator of public mood ahead of the upcoming Assembly polls.
For the UDF, the outcome marks a significant morale boost. Senior Congress leaders described the mandate as decisive, saying it reflected growing public confidence in the alliance and a desire for accountable and responsive governance. Party leaders stressed that the focus would remain on addressing everyday concerns of citizens and ensuring transparent administration.
In Thiruvananthapuram, the NDA&rsquo;s victory emerged as the most striking development. Of the 101 wards in the corporation, the NDA won 50, while the LDF secured 29, the UDF 19 and Independents two. The result marked the first time in over four decades that the Left failed to retain control of the capital&rsquo;s civic body, signalling a major shift in the city&rsquo;s political landscape.
While congratulating the UDF on its statewide performance, leaders also acknowledged the NDA&rsquo;s breakthrough in the capital as a notable change driven by voters seeking an alternative to long-standing governance patterns. The victory was hailed by the BJP as a watershed moment, with party leaders asserting that it reflected public faith in their development agenda for the state.
For the LDF, Kozhikode Corporation offered the only major consolation, where it managed to win 34 of the 76 seats. Left leaders admitted the setback was unexpected, though they rejected claims of widespread anti-incumbency and argued that broader mass support for the LDF remained intact. They also expressed concern over the growing influence of communal politics and the NDA&rsquo;s rise in the capital.
Overall, the local body poll results have redrawn Kerala&rsquo;s political map at the grassroots level, strengthening the UDF ahead of Assembly elections while giving the NDA renewed momentum through its historic win in Thiruvananthapuram.

BJP members celebrate during the counting of votes

BJP-led NDA wins Thiruvananthapuram, ending 45-year Left rule in city

UDF Sweeps Kerala Local Polls, NDA Stuns Left

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The 2025 Kerala local body election results have delivered a complex and politically significant verdict, reflecting both voter fatigue with traditional power blocs and the emergence of new fault lines ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. While the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is surging towards an overall victory across the state, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has registered a historic breakthrough by winning the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the outcome as a clear indication that the people of Kerala are &ldquo;fed up with the UDF and LDF,&rdquo; calling the NDA&rsquo;s performance in the state capital a watershed moment in Kerala&rsquo;s political history. The Thiruvananthapuram result marks the first time the BJP has managed to wrest control of the civic body in the state&rsquo;s political and administrative hub, long dominated by the Left and the Congress.
Across Kerala, however, the broader picture points to a strong showing by the UDF, which has taken the lead in several municipalities, corporations and urban local bodies. The results suggest a consolidation of anti-incumbency sentiment against the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF), particularly in urban centres, where issues such as governance, infrastructure and service delivery dominated voter concerns.
The LDF, which governs the state, has faced notable setbacks, losing ground in key urban pockets and several high-profile wards. While the Left has retained influence in parts of rural Kerala and select panchayats, the overall trend indicates erosion of its traditional support base, raising questions about its preparedness for the next Assembly battle.
Political reactions have been swift. Congress leaders have projected the UDF&rsquo;s performance as a vote of confidence in their alternative vision for Kerala, while acknowledging the NDA&rsquo;s unprecedented gains in the capital. BJP leaders, on the other hand, have framed the Thiruvananthapuram victory as proof that the party is no longer a peripheral force in the state and is capable of converting vote share into real power.
Analysts note that the local body elections, conducted across more than a thousand civic institutions, often serve as a referendum on grassroots governance rather than ideology alone. This time, the results appear to reflect voter impatience with entrenched political binaries, even as the Congress emerges as the primary beneficiary of the anti-Left sentiment.
As celebrations and post-mortems continue, one message from the electorate is clear: Kerala&rsquo;s political landscape is entering a phase of churn. With the UDF gaining statewide momentum and the NDA establishing a symbolic yet significant foothold in the capital, the 2025 local body elections have set the stage for a fiercely contested Assembly election in 2026.
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Kerala Polls Reshape Politics, NDA Wins Capital

UDF leads statewide as NDA makes history in Thiruvananthapuram civic polls

Kerala recorded a total of 1,64,427 nominations for the upcoming two-phase local body elections, marking a significant milestone in the state&rsquo;s grassroots democratic exercise.
The nomination process closed on Friday evening, setting the stage for elections across 23,576 wards and divisions in municipal corporations, municipalities, gram panchayats, block panchayats and district panchayats.
Malappuram district registered the highest number of nominations at 19,959, while Wayanad recorded the lowest at 5,227. 
In total, 1,08,580 candidates are contesting, including 57,227 women, 51,352 men and one transgender candidate, reflecting shifting trends in local electoral participation.
Polling will be held in two phases:
December 9, Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Kottayam and Ernakulam.
December 11, Thrissur, Palakkad, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod.
Votes will be counted on&nbsp;December 13, after which the new local bodies will be constituted.
According to the electoral roll published by the State Election Commission on October 25, Kerala has 2.84 crore registered voters eligible to participate in the polls.
Scrutiny of nominations will take place on November 22, and candidates can withdraw their applications until November 24.
With robust participation and a sizable presence of women candidates, the elections are expected to be tightly contested. 
The battle will largely feature a triangular contest among the CPI(M)-led Left front, the Congress-led UDF and the BJP-led NDA, seen as a precursor to the Assembly elections scheduled for April&ndash;May next year.
&mdash;IANS

Candidates submit nomination papers across Kerala districts

Kerala sees massive nomination surge ahead of crucial two-phase local polls

Kerala Files 1.64 Lakh Poll Nominations

The Bihar Assembly election of 2025 has delivered a powerful verdict: the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), combining the strengths of the BJP, JDU, LJP (Ram Vilas), and other allies, is headed for a commanding majority, with trends pushing it past the 200-seat mark in the 243-seat assembly.
<h3 dir="ltr">1. Why the NDA Surge Is Not Just a Win, But a Recalibration</h3>
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Resurgence of Nitish Kumar &amp; JDU: After a lacklustre 2020 showing, JDU under Nitish Kumar is making a remarkable comeback. The party is leading in around 80 seats, signalling renewed voter confidence in Kumar&rsquo;s developmental and governance narrative.
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BJP&rsquo;s Dominance &amp; Growing Base: The BJP is emerging as the single largest party in the alliance once more. Early leads suggest around 85 BJP seats, giving the national party a stronger legitimacy in Bihar&rsquo;s evolving electoral framework.
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Allies Matter: Smaller NDA partners are also contributing significantly. LJP (Ram Vilas) is leading in over 20 seats. This diversified coalition makes the win more stable and less dependent on just two parties.
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<h3 dir="ltr">2. Opposition Weaknesses: Mahagathbandhan Under Strain</h3>
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Tejashwi Yadav&rsquo;s Setback: The RJD leader, contesting from Raghopur, is reported to be trailing in some counts, weakening the Mahagathbandhan&rsquo;s core momentum.
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Fragmented Narrative: Despite high expectations, opposition parties have not united around a strong, cohesive message. The early data suggests their combined lead is far behind the NDA&rsquo;s surge.
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Electorate&rsquo;s Return to Stability Over Identity: Voters appear to have prioritised governance and stability over caste or identity politics, which traditionally fueled opposition strength in Bihar.
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<h3 dir="ltr">3. New Faces Stepping Into the Spotlight</h3>
This election is not just about established powerhouses; a wave of fresh leaders has emerged, and several are performing strongly:
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Chirag Paswan: Perhaps the biggest surprise. His party, LJP (Ram Vilas), is leading in over 20+ seats according to early trends, giving him much more leverage within the NDA.&nbsp; His strong strike rate reflects his growing appeal, especially among youth and Dalit voters.
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Maithili Thakur: The singer turned politician is leading strongly from Alinagar. Reports show she has connected deeply with younger voters and cultural communities, marking a substantial entry into Bihar politics.
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Prashant Kishor: Though his Jan Suraaj Party (JSP) isn&rsquo;t leading in many seats, his very presence is a signal voters were open to a governance-focused, development-forward alternative.
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Tej Pratap Yadav: Lalu Yadav&rsquo;s son, contesting on his own banner, is also making waves in Mahua, though not at levels to challenge the NDA his participation changes future opposition calculus.
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<h3 dir="ltr">4. Key Themes That Drove the Outcome</h3>
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High Voter Turnout: With an impressive turnout (around 66-67%), this election was energised. Women&rsquo;s participation was especially strong, and analysts believe their support played a decisive role.
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Welfare and Governance Narrative: NDA&rsquo;s campaign leaned heavily into promises of development, social schemes, and administrative stability. Nitish Kumar&rsquo;s record and his alliance&rsquo;s claims on welfare clearly resonated.
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Youth &amp; New Leadership: With new faces like Paswan and Thakur, the NDA not only retained its traditional base but expanded its appeal among younger voters who want change but also reliability.
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<h3 dir="ltr">5. Broader Political Implications</h3>
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Stronger NDA for National Politics: This is more than a state win; a resurgent NDA in Bihar strengthens its ideological and electoral clout nationally.
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Opposition Reboot Required: The Mahagathbandhan must rethink its strategy. Without fresh leadership, a clear alternative narrative, and possibly a reorganisation, its future looks uncertain.
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New Leadership Model: The success of Paswan and Thakur suggests future Bihar politics may be more generational, more inclusive, and less anchored to stale traditional equations.
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Dominant NDA win, surge of new faces, and opposition struggle reshape Bihar’s future's

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