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Zambian opposition leader detained by police over treason allegations

Brian Mundubile had been in hiding after disputing the outcome of the recent presidential election.

Zambian opposition leader in police custody: state media

Zambia's national broadcaster reports that Brian Mundubile, who wanted to challenge this month's presidential election results, and his running mate have surrendered to police and are being interviewed.

Zambia opposition leader questioned over ‘treason’ amid election fallout

Zambia's entire judiciary closed on Monday on the last valid day to file a court challenge against Hichilema's victory.

Karnataka: Opposition targets Information Department over ‘biased’ Assembly coverage

Plan to consolidate Japan’s centrist opposition parties collapses

Komeito's rejection of a unified parliamentary caucus and the collapse of a merger with the Constitutional Democratic Party leave the scope of any continuing alliance unclear.

Venezuelan opposition up in arms over reports US wants big stake in oil and gas

Critics call move to gain long-term access to country’s massive energy reserves ‘predatory’ and ‘unconstitutional’ Reports that the US is preparing to claim a big stake in Venezuela’s massive energy reserves have sparked an outcry, with critics describing the move as “predatory”

Zambian opposition leader charged with treason

Mundubile had previously gone into hiding at a United Nations building in Zambia's capital.

Zambia opposition leader Brian Mundubile charged with treason

Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, have been charged with treason.

Signs of thaw in CPI-CP(M) feud over Deputy Leader of Opposition post in Keralam Assembly

CPI leader Rajaji Mathew Thomas writes in party mouthpiece calling for collective leadership of Left front in view of changing political landscape; CPI(M)’s A.K. Balan seeks to broker peace

Opposition, netizens target BJP government over Gurugram going under yet again after rain

CPI-CPI(M) tussle over Deputy Opposition Leader post in Keralam is a mutiny against Pinarayi Vijayan

The issue is not so much about the ‘nominal’ post as it is about the clamour for collective leadership; in other words, it is a mutiny against the Leader of the Opposition, whose absolute authority has been resented by the CPI over the last decade and a half

Why Japan’s centrist opposition parties can’t get along with one another

The Centrist Reform Alliance was supposed to have merged by now with the remaining elements of the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan and Komeito.

Opposition, BJP spar in Home Affairs panel over demand for discussion on Delhi protest crackdown

The panel chairperson rejected the demand for discussion on police action during the July 20 protest, saying the issue is sub judice. This prompted strong objections by Opposition members

Karnataka’s Monsoon Session ends abruptly as Opposition steps up attack demanding Minister Nagendra’s resignation

Government, Opposition spar over future role of ISRO

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh flags concerns over reported privatisation push; Union Minister Jitendra Singh says space programme is being ‘scaled up’, not scaled back

Odisha govt rejects Opposition demand for special Assembly session on mining Bill

Congress alleged that the Centre was seeking control over Odisha’s natural resources, including its water, forests, land and minerals, after coming to power in the State, in the name of ‘Odia Asmita’ (Odia pride).

Opposition says graffiti is a symbol of 'tired, neglected' Victoria

'Supporters aren't always wrong' - Moyes on Everton fans' anger

David Moyes says "supporters aren't always wrong" after Everton fans voice their opposition to the potential sale of teenage midfielder Harrison Armstrong during the 1-1 draw at Bournemouth.

Controversial plans for a Daniel Andrews sculpture officially scrapped by Victorian government

The $134,000 cost of the statue of the former Victorian premier has been heavily criticised by the Liberal opposition Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The Carroll government in Victoria has cancelled controversial plans for a statue of former Labor pre

Data center controversies have transformed midterms. Here's where different groups stand

Snowballing opposition to data centers in communities across the U.S. has transformed the midterm election landscape, thrown a wrench into the plans of the world's richest companies and brought President Donald Trump to its defense.

Tamil Nadu Assembly | Government closely monitoring fluctuations in prices of essential commodities: Food Minister

P. Venkataramanan was responding in the Legislative Assembly to the concerns raised by the Opposition over the rise in prices of essential commodities, including sugar, rice, pulses, and cooking oil

How data center controversies are transforming the 2026 midterm landscape

The snowballing opposition to data centers in communities across the United States has transformed the midterm election landscape , thrown a wrench into the plans of the world’s richest companies and brought perhaps the industry’s biggest booster, President Donald Trump , to its

Zambia after the polls: A test for democracy in Africa

Zambia's democratic institutions are under scrutiny, as the opposition continues to dispute the election results and courts remain closed. Weeks after the election, Zambia’s election story might be far from over.

‘Reluctant’ approval for Tasmanian datacentre sets marker for national battle

Concerns over planning process as George Town council gives go-ahead for 288MW AI factory despite opposition from locals Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The day before Anthony Albanese secured agr

Kazakhstan parliamentary vote cements president's power

Candidates from seven state-approved parties took part in the election, while opposition parties were banned. As Central Asia's largest nation, Kazakhstan maintains a delicate balance between Russia and the West.

Kazakhstan parliamentary vote to cement president's power

Candidates from seven state-approved parties are taking part in the election, while opposition parties have been banned. Central Asia's largest nation, Kazakhstan maintains a delicate balance between Russia and the West.

Liberal plan to split Victorian appeals court attacked as ‘thought bubble’ that would politicise judiciary

Opposition leader Jess Wilson says new dedicated court of criminal appeal would set precedents for tougher sentences Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A radical overhaul of Victoria’s highest court, proposed by the Liberal party to increase sentences, h

U.S., Japan, South Korea maritime drills are ‘threat’ to North Korea, Pyongyang says

The exercises and North Korea's opposition to them come as U.S. President Donald Trump has pushed for a new meeting with Kim Jong Un.

What are the implications of the US-Venezuela oil deal?

Opposition in Venezuela as interim leader insists the deal with Washington will help with the country's recovery.

Realise your mistake and work for strengthening CPI(M), Pinarayi tells LDF supporters

Keralam Leader of the Opposition says the electoral defeat in Taliparampa should not be viewed as the end of the party’s political prospects or as a permanent change in the constituency’s political allegiance. He says the party will work to regain public confidence

The scrapping of Parandur airport project: a compilation

This is a compilation of The Hindu’s coverage on the dropping of Parandur airport project by the TVK-led Tamil Nadu government in August 2026 citing farmers’ opposition and ecological concerns after the site was finalised during the DMK regime in 2022.

Singapore’s plans to clear forest for homes lead to rare public protests

Bid to rezone forested areas for housing prompts unusual public opposition in Southeast Asian city-state.

BJP’s ‘casteist nature’ exposed by Haldwani ritual defence, says Congress

Uttarakhand unit chief of the BJP Mahendra Bhatt had said the venue had been ‘polluted’ by slogans that were not appropriate for a religious place, dismissing the Opposition’s criticism of the ritual

BJD opposes Odisha government’s proposal for biometric attendance for college students

Biometric identity-based attendance for college students is an attempt intimidate students in the name of discipline, alleges principal Opposition party

New Zealand to introduce bill for under-16s social media ban

The government faces opposition to its proposals from MPs who believe a ban will not work.

How data centers became a major issue in the midterms

While there are many issues dividing voters this midterm season, one seems to be uniting them: opposition to AI data centers.

Opinion: Many post-Dobbs abortion fears have not come to pass. What does that mean for advocates?

Opposition to abortion restrictions should focus on values, not statistics, writes David N. Hackney, author of “Impossible Choices.”

Albanese eases demand that Australian data centers use only renewables

Two regions had expressed opposition to Canberra's earlier demand that data centers be powered by renewable energy.

Germany news: Sugar tax plan leaves sour taste

Germany's plans for a sugar tax are facing growing opposition amid claims that it's more about raising revenue than health. DW has the latest.

TDP’s bond with BCs stronger than ever before, asserts Rajya Sabha member Vijay

The YSRCP is playing the BC card only to divert attention from the ongoing ED probes into its liquor scams and complicity of its leaders in various other scandals, says the TDP leader, warning the opposition party of far worse plight in the 2029 elections if it does not change it

NYC: Mamdani opposes rally with Hindu nationalist leader

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani voiced opposition to an upcoming event featuring RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, calling the Hindu nationalist group's ideology "exclusionary" while acknowledging the city can't block a private event.

New Zealand to introduce bill for under-16s social media ban

The government faces opposition to its proposals from MPs who believe a ban will not work.

New Zealand proposes social media ban for under-16s

The government is set to follow Australia's lead and introduce a bill banning children from social media. But the plan already faces opposition from within the ruling coalition.

Rules at tribal hostels undermining dignity of students: Rahul Gandhi

The Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha writes to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stating that Adivasi students have been on hunger strike for more than 10 days

CPI’s demand for Keralam Deputy LoP post genuine, Pinarayi Vijayan should be more accommodating: D. Raja

Raja’s statement comes in response to a query on Vijayan’s recent remarks that if required, only a CPI(M) leader would be appointed as Deputy Leader of Opposition despite CPI raising a claim for it

Dr. Dre says he is “embracing” AI in music: “It’s a new tool for creativity”

The hip-hop legend compared opposition to the technology with the early reaction to drum machines and synthesisers The post Dr. Dre says he is “embracing” AI in music: “It’s a new tool for creativity” appeared first on NME .

‘Mayor Care’ Onam kits spark row in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation

The Opposition LDF alleges abuse of power over gifts from commercial establishments; seeks probe into donations, freebies and distribution of Onam and educational kits

The Jat, non-Jat fault line in Haryana

The Opposition is shifting the debate from transparency to employment worries

Pinarayi accuses UDF govt. in Keralam of surrendering to BJP, RSS on Waqf issue

Leader of the Opposition questions why the government should allow non-Muslims to be appointed to a Muslim religious institution

Congress MLA Mathew Kuzhalnadan accuses Pinarayi Vijayan of ‘unusual corruption’ in CMRL case

Muvattupuzha MLA says he feared that the Leader of the Opposition is finding it difficult to retain his position within his party and the front

Rijiju accuses Congress of avoiding debate on anti-paper leak Bill, slams Rahul Gandhi's 'abusive' language

Congress leaders did not speak on the Bill at all. They were only doing politics. We hope Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders will speak on the Bill today, says Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju

Rahul, Rijiju spar over linking delimitation to women’s quota law

The Congress already supports the women’s quota legislation, the Opposition leader says; he asks why implementation had been held up for three years and unnecessarily linked to delimitation, adding, ‘Implement the 2023 law. Without any conditions.’