Presidential poll

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Rifts and resignations shake Maldives' political landscape as split group of ruling political party and opposition unite

A victory for President Solih would likely continue the country's recent efforts to strengthen ties with India. Conversely, a return to power by Nasheed’s party would represent a setback for India and an opportunity for China

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Jun 26, 2023 10:12 IST 4 Min read
Subash Chandra Nembang Ram Chandra Paudel Nepal International
Nepalese lawmakers vote to elect new President
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Mar 09, 2023 12:51 IST 2 Min read
Outgoing President Ram Nath Kovind delivers his farewell address during a function at Parliament House in New Delhi National
In farewell speech, President Kovind asks parties to rise above partisan politics in national interest
By NewsDrum Desk
Jul 23, 2022 05:30 IST 1 Min read
Outgoing President Ram Nath Kovind, Vice President Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and others arrive in a ceremonial procession to attend the farewell function of the outgoing president, at Parliament House Complex in New Delhi National
VP Naidu, PM Modi at farewell ceremony for President Kovind
By NewsDrum Desk
Jul 23, 2022 05:30 IST 1 Min read
Locals celebrating at President-elect Droupadi Murmu's house at Rairangpur in Odisha National
Droupadi Murmu's village wants prosperity for her as President
By NewsDrum Desk
Jul 23, 2022 05:30 IST 2 Min read
President-elect Droupadi Murmu with Union Culture Minister G Kishen Reddy and Naga tribal artists while receiving greetings at her residence, in New Delhi National
Tribal aspirations from better education to emancipation rise, with Murmu set to be President
By NewsDrum Desk
Jul 23, 2022 05:30 IST 4 Min read
BJP St Morcha press conference National
BJP hails Murmu's election as next president, lauds govt's works for tribal community
By NewsDrum Desk
Jul 22, 2022 05:30 IST 2 Min read
Droupadi Murmu and Yashwant Sinha National
Droupadi Murmu leads with 72% votes after first round of counting
By Shailesh Khanduri
Jul 21, 2022 05:30 IST 1 Min read
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Droupadi Murmu consolidates lead after second round of counting
By NewsDrum Desk
Jul 21, 2022 05:30 IST 2 Min read
17 opposition MPs cross-voted in support of Droupadi Murmu National
17 opposition MPs cross-voted in support of Droupadi Murmu
By NewsDrum Desk
Jul 21, 2022 05:30 IST 1 Min read
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