National

Kerala Officially Renamed Keralam: A Cultural Shift with Political Undercurrents


Kerala has now officially been renamed “Keralam,” aligning its constitutional identity with its linguistic roots, even as the move carries political significance ahead of state elections.

Politics

BJP+ Wins Mumbai BMC Election for the First Time, Securing Control of India’s Richest Civic Body


The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance has achieved a historic victory in Mumbai’s Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, marking the first time the party will control India’s wealthiest civic body, while also leading in most seats across Maharashtra.

National

Sulakshana Sawant Appointed Co-Incharge of BJP Mahila Morcha, Kerala Ahead of Assembly Elections


BJP leader Sulakshana Sawant has been appointed as the Co-Incharge of the party’s Mahila Morcha in Kerala, strengthening the party’s focus on women’s outreach for the upcoming Assembly elections.

Human Interest

Delhi’s Air Quality Plunges to ‘Very Poor’ at 311 Amid Health Crisis and Political Blame Game


Delhi’s air quality worsened to a “very poor” category with an AQI of 311, as hospitals report a 60% spike in respiratory and eye-related illnesses. Stubble burning and rising pollution have intensified political tensions, with protests planned at India Gate on November 9.

Politics

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Holds the Longest Tenure


Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman (born 18 August 1959) is an Indian economist and politician. She is a member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament, representing Karnataka since 2016 and previously represented Andhra Pradesh from 2014 to 2016. On 31 May 2019, Nirmala Sitharaman was appointed as the finance and corporate affairs minister.