Muslim politician in India’s Maharashtra shot dead weeks before state polls
Two suspects are in custody after Baba Siddique was shot multiple times outside his legislator son’s office in Mumbai.
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China sanctions Taiwan businessman Robert Tsao and lawmaker for 'separatist' acts
China said on Monday (Oct 14) it would punish and sanction Taiwanese businessman Robert Tsao and lawmaker Puma Shen for alleged criminal and pro-Taiwan independence activities.
Indian politician known for his close ties with Bollywood is killed in Mumbai
NEW DELHI (AP) — A senior politician in India’s financial capital, Mumbai, who was also known for his close ties with Bollywood has been shot dead weeks before a key state election.
China holds large military exercises surrounding Taiwan to warn against independence
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — China held large-scale military exercises surrounding Taiwan and its outlying islands Monday, deploying an aircraft carrier along with warplanes, in a move that underscores the tense situation in the Taiwan Strait.
Japan’s new PM calls snap election to ‘create a new Japan’
Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its junior coalition partner are almost certain to be re-elected on October 27, with the premier banking on his honeymoon popularity and a fragmented opposition to secure a majority.
India’s BJP defies predictions with Haryana win, boosting prospects ahead of key polls
Electoral surveys had unanimously predicted a resounding defeat for the BJP in Haryana, with India’s main opposition Congress Party expected to trounce the ruling party in the northern state. Against all forecasts, the BJP secured a third consecutive term by winning 48 seats – its biggest win ever in the state – compared to the Congress party’s 37 seats, based on official results released on Tuesday.
‘Big setback’: Why India’s Congress lost out to Modi in key state election
As Congress loses Haryana despite exit polls predicting a comfortable win, analysts warn of tough days ahead for the main opposition party.
Left and right prey on weak French government as it prepares 'austerity' budget
France's new and already beleaguered government is set to present its 2025 budget on Thursday amid an ongoing fiscal crisis — and a brewing political one — for the euro zone's second-largest economy.