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In October 26 elections, Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze's Georgian Dream (GD) party won with 54% of the vote. Over the summer, the sitting GD government passed a law that would require certain NGOs to register as foreign agents, prompting large protests and a denunciation from the European Union, which warned that it would take Georgia off the path to EU membership. Many Georgians, however, reported that their top election issue was the economy, while the opposition tried to frame the contest as a referendum on European integration. Opposition-aligned president Salome Zourabichvili and four opposition coalitions disputed the results, citing Russian interference. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Hopes for environmental law reform during the current term of federal government have been dashed, so what lies ahead for 'nature positive' next term? [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The political atmosphere in Delhi has become tense as the Assembly elections approach, with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) alleging an attack on its leader Arvind Kejriwal, which the BJP and Congress have dismissed as a ploy for sympathy. AAP claims Kejriwal's car was targeted, while the BJP accuses him of injuring youths during a campaign event. The Congress criticizes both parties for diverting attention from election issues, as the parties engage in a war of words leading up to the February 5 elections in Delhi. [Extracted from the article]

BJP candidate Kapil Mishra is confident in his victory and the BJP's prospects in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, citing an anti-government wave in Delhi. Mishra criticized AIMIM for fielding Tahir Hussain, the main accused in the 2020 Delhi riots, as their candidate from the Mustafabad Assembly constituency. The elections for the 70-member Delhi Assembly will be held on February 5, with vote counting on February 8. [Extracted from the article]

Arvind Kejriwal, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor, filed his nomination papers for the New Delhi Assembly constituency's February 5 elections. He urged voters to choose AAP over the BJP, citing the latter's lack of vision for Delhi. Kejriwal faces allegations in an excise policy case and accusations of accepting bribes, with the election campaign becoming a battleground for AAP, BJP, and Congress. The political landscape in Delhi remains charged as parties ramp up efforts to sway voters before the election on February 5. [Extracted from the article]

Arvind Kejriwal, the National Convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party, visited temples in Delhi with his family before filing his nomination for the New Delhi Assembly constituency. He expressed faith in God's protection despite intelligence reports suggesting a threat to his life. Kejriwal faces controversy as the Enforcement Directorate has been granted permission to prosecute him under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act in connection with an excise policy case. The upcoming election on February 5 has seen AAP, BJP, and Congress engaged in a heated campaign focusing on corruption and governance issues. [Extracted from the article]

The article from India Together discusses the Congress party's promise to improve law and order in Delhi, criticizing the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and BJP for the rise in crime rates in the city. The Congress party highlights the increase in criminal cases, particularly affecting women and children, and pledges to prioritize law and order if elected. The party has launched LED screen vans to communicate their guarantees and criticize the current government's failure to fulfill promises made to the people over the past decade. [Extracted from the article]

The editorial in India Together discusses the importance of not undermining regional parties, as highlighted by Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena. It emphasizes the need for unity within opposition alliances like the INDIA bloc and Maha Vikas Aghadi in Maharashtra to effectively challenge the ruling party. The editorial calls for stronger leadership and cooperation among various political parties to combat corruption and arbitrary administration, urging Congress to take the initiative in strengthening the opposition alliance. [Extracted from the article]

Australian median rents have increased by 6.9% in the last three months, marking the slowest growth rate since 2021. Despite this, rents have reached a new high of A$620 per week, highlighting the financial pressures faced by Australian households. The easing rental market conditions are attributed to an increase in available rentals and cost of living constraints. The upcoming election is expected to address housing affordability concerns, with the Labor government proposing measures to tackle the issue. [Extracted from the article]

In a letter to Delhi CM Atishi, BJP candidate Parvesh Verma requested that the controversial official residence of ex-CM Arvind Kejriwal, known as 'Sheesh Mahal,' be opened to the public for transparency. This request coincided with Prime Minister Modi's call for public access to 'Sheesh Mahal,' citing alleged corruption by AAP leaders. The CAG report highlighted wasteful expenditure on the renovation of Kejriwal's residence, with costs escalating from Rs 8.6 crore to Rs 33 crore, raising concerns about transparency and accountability in governance. [Extracted from the article]