Category: Politics

President Donald Trump has completed a major overhaul of the White House Rose Garden, replacing its historic grass lawn with a stone patio that mirrors the style of his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida. This $1.9 million project, finished in August 2025, aims to make the space more practical for events while drawing mixed reactions from the public and historians. Project Background and Timeline The idea for the renovation surfaced early…

In a surprise move, Anri Okhanashvili stepped down as head of Georgia’s State Security Service on August 23, 2025, after just five months in the position. He now takes on the role of national security adviser to Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, amid growing regional tensions and security challenges. Details of the Resignation Announcement Okhanashvili shared his decision through a statement on the State Security Service’s social media page. He explained…

Georgia’s U.S. Senate candidates met with business leaders in Columbus on August 20, 2025, to share their plans for the state’s economy amid growing worries over tariffs and trade. Incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff and Republican challengers Mike Collins, Buddy Carter, and Derek Dooley highlighted their views on jobs, inflation, and global competition during the lively gathering. Event Draws Key Players in 2026 Race The meeting, hosted by local business groups,…

In a pivotal meeting in Ankara on August 12, 2025, Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reaffirmed their nations’ strategic partnership, focusing on trade, energy, and regional stability. This first official visit by Kavelashvili to Turkey as president highlighted shared goals to boost economic ties and cooperation amid global challenges. Key Outcomes from the Presidential Talks The leaders discussed deepening political, economic, and cultural links during…

Dozens of opposition politicians, led by Rahul Gandhi, took to the streets of New Delhi on August 11, 2025, to protest alleged electoral malpractices. The tense demonstration, which saw leaders shouting slogans and clashing with police barricades, ended with many detained — marking a rare and significant public challenge to India’s Election Commission. Opposition Charges Cast Shadow Over India’s Electoral Integrity For decades, India’s elections have largely been seen as…

Day 12 of Monsoon Session turns tense as INDIA bloc protests Bihar voter list changes, while PM earns NDA praise for response to Pahalgam attack The atmosphere in Parliament turned electric on Tuesday morning as Prime Minister Narendra Modi was showered with praise by NDA allies for his government’s military response to the deadly Pahalgam terror attack. At the same time, just outside the hallowed halls, leaders of the Opposition’s…

In Ariyalur’s historic heartland, PM invokes Tamil pride and imperial grandeur as he honors Rajendra Chola’s birth anniversary A warm breeze swept across Gangaikonda Cholapuram on Saturday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi took center stage at a site steeped in thousand-year-old history. The ancient Tamil capital, once the pride of the Chola empire, buzzed with anticipation and pride as the PM marked the birth anniversary of Rajendra Chola with solemn…

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stirs political theatre by invoking Ramayan ahead of explosive monsoon session discussion New Delhi’s Parliament wasn’t short of drama on Monday morning. Hours before the Lok Sabha took up the highly anticipated debate on Operation Sindoor—India’s recent military strike on terror camps in Pakistan—Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju went for myth and metaphor. “When Ravan crossed the Laxman Rekha, Lanka burned. When Pakistan crossed the…

As Vice President post falls vacant, chatter grows around JD(U) chief’s candidacy; BJP walks tightrope amid upcoming state polls The political grapevine in Delhi has been buzzing with one name all week: Nitish Kumar. But on Wednesday, the BJP finally stepped in to put some distance between itself and the growing chatter about the Bihar Chief Minister potentially being nominated as the NDA’s Vice Presidential candidate. Senior party leaders, speaking…

Speaking in Delhi, Bhagwat slams materialism, questions Western progress, and claims India’s ancient vision holds the key to peace, equity, and human fulfillment In a speech that blended cultural conviction with sharp global commentary, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday claimed that the only lasting solution to the world’s worsening crises lies in Bharatiyata — or “Indianness.” His words drew both applause and critique across ideological lines. Standing at the…