James Talarico wins Texas Senate race as Democrats end decades of Republican dominance
Democrat James Talarico has won the United States Senate race in Texas, delivering a historic victory that breaks the Republican Party’s long-standing hold on the state’s Senate representation. His win, alongside Gina Hinojosa’s victory in the governor’s race, marks an extraordinary election night
Democrats win control of both chambers of US Congress in major midterm upset for Trump
Democrats have won control of the US Senate and are projected to take the House of Representatives following the November 3 midterm elections, delivering a major political setback to President Donald Trump and reshaping the balance of power in Washington. The Associated Press
Amy Acton defeats Vivek Ramaswamy to become Ohio’s first elected woman governor
Democrat Dr. Amy Acton has defeated Trump-backed Indian-American Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy in the Ohio gubernatorial election, becoming the first woman elected governor of the state. Her victory also marks the first time since 2006 that Ohio has elected a Democratic governor. Acton,
Jon Ossoff wins re-election in Georgia, strengthens Democrats’ Senate position
Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff has won re-election in Georgia, defeating Republican Congressman Mike Collins in a closely watched contest and securing a second term in the US Senate. The victory is a significant boost for Democrats as they seek to challenge President Donald
Indian Americans score key victories in 2026 US midterms; Amish Shah leads in Arizona
Indian-American candidates recorded significant victories in the November 3, 2026, US midterm elections, winning congressional and state-level contests across the country. Democrat Dr. Amish Shah emerged as a key contender in Arizona, while several prominent Indian-American politicians secured re-election. However, Republican candidates Vivek
Democrats capture both chambers of US Congress in major setback for Trump
Democrats have reportedly won control of both the US House of Representatives and the Senate in the 2026 midterm elections, delivering a major political blow to President Donald Trump and his Republican administration. According to projections by US media networks, Democrats have made
Democrats projected to regain US House majority, setting up challenges for Trump
Democrats are projected to regain control of the US House of Representatives in the 2026 midterm elections, ending the Republican Party’s majority and creating a significant political setback for President Donald Trump. According to projections by CNN, CBS and Decision Desk HQ, Democrats
Trump says US will end $4 billion annual military aid to Israel after 2026
US President Donald Trump has announced that Washington plans to end its annual $4 billion military assistance to Israel from 2027, arguing that the country no longer needs American financial support. However, the United States will continue selling weapons to its close Middle
Russian strikes kill 29 in Ukraine as school reduced to rubble ahead of peace talks
Russian attacks across Ukraine have killed at least 29 people, destroyed a school being used as a humanitarian aid distribution centre and wounded dozens more, intensifying concerns over civilian safety ahead of fresh United States-mediated peace negotiations. The deadliest attack occurred on Monday
Indian Navy rescues hijacked fishing vessel off Somalia, frees all 20 crew members
The Indian Navy has successfully rescued the Iranian fishing vessel Azini from armed pirates off the northeastern coast of Somalia, securing the safe release of all 20 crew members following a coordinated operation lasting more than 48 hours. The operation, completed on November
US midterm elections 2026: Trump predicts results will be ‘better than you think’
Americans are voting in the 2026 midterm elections, a crucial test of President Donald Trump’s leadership and the Republican Party’s control of Congress. Trump has expressed confidence in the outcome, saying the results will be “better than you think” as voters decide which
US midterms: How election results could affect stock markets, oil prices and India’s exports
The November 3 US midterm elections could have consequences well beyond American politics, influencing global stock markets, oil prices, currency movements, investment flows and India’s export prospects. The elections will determine whether President Donald Trump retains Republican control of Congress or faces a
Tucker Carlson claims Netanyahu is pressing Trump for possible nuclear strike on Iran
US political commentator Tucker Carlson has claimed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pressuring President Donald Trump to consider a nuclear strike against Iran, potentially within days. Carlson identified Pickaxe Mountain, a suspected underground nuclear facility in central Iran, as the possible
US midterms: Democrats rally behind Abdul El-Sayed as Michigan race faces last-minute controversy
With just one day remaining before the US midterm elections, Democratic leaders are rallying behind Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed following a political controversy involving Democratic Congresswoman Haley Stevens, who has endorsed Republican candidate Mike Rogers instead of her party’s nominee. The November
Nine killed as Learjet 60 crashes in Florida on flight from Texas to Bahamas
All nine people aboard a private Learjet 60 were killed after the aircraft crashed in Palm Beach County, Florida, on Sunday afternoon, November 1, according to US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. Federal aviation authorities have launched an investigation into the deadly crash. The
Trump says he may grant pre-emptive pardons to Elon Musk if Democrats win Congress
US President Donald Trump has indicated that he could grant pre-emptive pardons to billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk and some of his associates if Democrats take control of Congress in the November 3 midterm elections. The move could shield them from potential legal exposure
What a Democratic Congress could mean for India: Trade, tariffs and H-1B visas in focus
The November 3 United States midterm elections could have significant implications for India-US relations, as voters decide whether President Donald Trump’s Republican Party retains control of Congress or faces a Democratic majority during the final two years of his presidency. For India, the
Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz in two days if US accepts demands
Iran has said it is prepared to reopen the strategically important Strait of Hormuz within two days if the United States agrees to meet its conditions, raising hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough amid growing tensions and fears of renewed military conflict. Iranian Foreign
Jaishankar meets eight Indian Consuls General in Atlanta to discuss India-US ties
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met eight Indian Consuls General serving across the United States in Atlanta on Sunday, November 1, for an in-depth discussion on India-US bilateral relations and initiatives to strengthen cooperation across key sectors. The meeting was attended by India’s
US approves proposed $2.1 billion Patriot missile deal for Ukraine as Zelenskyy seeks faster deliveries
The United States has approved a proposed $2.1 billion arms sale to Ukraine that would provide 500 Patriot PAC-3 interceptor missiles, with funding expected from several of Kyiv’s international partners. However, the approval does not mean the missiles will arrive immediately. Ukrainian President