In Germany's crucial election, Friedrich Merz’s centre-right CDU leads, with far-right AfD set for its best postwar result. Economic stagnation, migration policies, and European security are top issues, while coalition formation remains uncertain amid protests and mainstream rejection of AfD.
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Kerala chief secretary Sarada Muraleedharan confronted a racially insulting remark about her skin colour, responding with a powerful message against societal biases. She emphasized her pride in her identity and this sparked widespread support, highlighting persistent discrimination even at high levels of authority.
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Arvind Kejriwal, along with his family, cast their votes for the Delhi Assembly elections, urging citizens to participate actively. With voter turnout at 33.31% by 1 pm, the elections serve as a significant test for Kejriwal's AAP hoping for a third consecutive term against strong opposition from BJP and Congress.
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Maharashtra politician Dhananjay Munde has resigned amid a political controversy involving his associate Walmik Karad in the murder of sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh. Munde's resignation comes as political tensions rise and demands for accountability within the state government intensify.
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