Presidential nomination

Presidential elections: Absence of BJD, TRS and AAP in Mamata Banerjee's meet cheers BJP; 11 nominations filed on first day

Despite their clear numerical disadvantage, opposition parties have indicated that they will field their own candidate for the presidential election scheduled for July 18 in case more than one candidate is in the fray. 

Jun 16, 2022, 11:36 AM IST

Hillary Clinton colluded with Democratic Party to beat Sanders: Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump accused Hillary Clinton of colluding with the Democrats to defeat "crazy" Senator Bernie Sanders, who was the former Secretary of State`s rival for the party`s presidential nomination.

Jun 26, 2017, 11:59 AM IST

BJP picks Ram Nath Kovind as presidential nominee; Opposition call meet on June 22

“We will meet on 22nd June, and only then we can announce our decision,” West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said. 

Jun 19, 2017, 18:12 PM IST

Mexico to contact US candidates to rebut `disinformation`

Donald Trump`s campaign may get a phone call from Mexico`s government if the billionaire, who has railed against Mexican migrants, wins the Republican Party`s presidential nomination.

Mar 02, 2016, 03:36 AM IST

Hillary Clinton gets New York Times's endorsement for Democratic presidential nomination

Swinging behind Hillary Clinton, the New York Times on Saturday endorsed her "with confidence and enthusiasm" for the Democratic presidential nomination, saying she offers voters "the chance to choose one of the most broadly and deeply qualified presidential candidates in modern history".

Jan 31, 2016, 03:09 AM IST