US midterm elections: Can Democrats wrest control of Congress from Trump?

UPDATED: Nov 3, 2026 23:40 ISTThe Newstrack edition examines whether Republicans can retain their narrow majorities in the House and Senate or whether Democrats can overturn the balance of power, potentially stalling Donald Trump's legislative agenda. The discussion focuses on the four key voter concerns - inflation, institutional corruption, the Iran war and immigration - amid rising fuel and grocery costs. It also examines Trump's Fox News announcement about ending $4 billion in funding to Israel and changing political preferences among Indian-American voters. Ipsos Public Affairs President Clifford Young, Democrat Ajay Jain Bhutoria and Republican political candidate Purnima Nath discuss polling trends, candidate performances and growing voter dissatisfaction over the cost of living. Read MoreVIDEOS FROM OTHER SECTIONSLATEST VIDEOSNC MP Resigns Over Promises; Omar Abdullah Faces Party DiscontentA rebellion has hit the ruling National Conference in Jammu and Kashmir as Srinagar MP Agha Syed Ruhullah Mehdi resigned from Parliament and the party. Speaking at a rally in Budgam, he accused Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of failing to uphold core election promises, including statehood and the fight for Article 370. The resignation coincides with growing discontent among legislators denied cabinet ministerships after a recent cabinet expansion. While party leaders dismissed speculation of a split and highlighted internal democracy, more than 15 legislators met to discuss their demands, leaving the Chief Minister facing a significant challenge to maintain party unity.Centre Land Takeover Plan For Delhi Air Force Sports Complex Sparks Security ConcernA controversy has erupted following the closure and proposed takeover of the 40-acre Air Force Sports Complex situated inside the Air Force Station on Lok Kalyan Marg near the Prime Minister's residence. The move led to the abrupt cancellation of the traditional farewell ceremony for the outgoing Air Chief Marshal. Before retiring, the Air Force Chief raised operational, administrative, and security concerns with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, noting the station supports over 5,000 personnel, air headquarters, Agniveer training, and crucial air defence systems for national capital security.Dia Mirza Cracker-Free Diwali Video: Bombay HC Raps BMC, Fadnavis Backs Civic BodyA political controversy erupted in Mumbai after the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation took down a cracker-free Diwali awareness video featuring actor Dia Mirza following objections from BJP leaders. The Bombay High Court intervened, criticising the decision and observing that festivals belong to everyone and cannot be isolated by religion. Emphasising that India is a secular nation, the court called Mirza's appeal a positive environmental message and noted it was ideal to restore the video. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis defended the civic body's move, stating the BMC holds the right to decide content on its social media handles.