December 13, 2025
Violence at Messi’s Kolkata Event Sparks Political Firestorm and Organiser Arrest
Violence broke out at Lionel Messi’s event in Kolkata, leading to chaos and political blame. Opposition and Governor criticised organisers and police. The organiser was arrested and a probe ordered. CM Mamata Banerjee apologized.
UDF Challenges LDF's Long Rule in Kozhikode; NDA Gains Ground in Local Body Polls
In Kozhikode's local body elections, UDF fiercely competes with LDF after decades of LDF dominance. NDA also boosts its seat count significantly, shaking up the political scene.
BJP Retains Palakkad Municipality for Third Term, Wins 25 Seats in Tight Contest
BJP keeps control of Palakkad municipality by winning 25 of 53 seats. UDF gets 17, LDF 8, and three independents win. BJP's E. Krishnadas leads key victories.
UDF Sweeps Kochi Corporation with 47 Seats, Nears Historic Win
The UDF scores a huge victory in Kochi Corporation elections, winning 47 out of 76 seats. LDF falls to 22 seats and BJP gains a modest 6 seats.
UDF Sweeps Malappuram Civic Elections, Wins 11 of 12 Municipalities
UDF delivers its best-ever show in Malappuram local elections, winning 11 municipalities, 84 grama panchayats, and most panchayats. LDF suffers major losses.
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