The Latest Breaking News from Democracy

Terming elections ‘festivals of democracy’, Deputy Commissioner of Police Kanika Sikriwal called upon the people to actively participate in the electoral process and exercise their franchise to strengthen democracy.

Protests in India demand release of opposition leader arrested on bribery charges, raising concerns about democracy and fairness of upcoming general election.

TPCC working president criticizes BJP for misuse of official machinery, threatening democracy through financial manipulation and favoritism.

This is a big election year for Africa, with 16 countries heading to the polls. Close attention is being paid to the delayed presidential vote in Senegal – a West African beacon of democracy that's been facing increasing instability. RFI spoke to author and economist Ndongo Samba Sylla in the…

The former chairman of the National Trust has warned that the organisation is “going in the wrong direction” after a report accused it of “subversion of democracy”.

Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) dramatic arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has galvanised the ruling front and the Opposition in Kerala into taking to the streets in protest against what the rival fronts view as “an egregious and unprecedented attack on Indian democracy and federalism.”

Dan Senor criticizes Schumer's interference in Israeli politics, highlighting Israeli democracy and rejecting foreign influence.

Kneejerk criticism of regimes in Russia, China or India may make us feel better, but there’s no evidence it is making the world a safer place, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

Arrest of top opposition leader ahead of election sparks new accusations against PM Modi of trying to crush democracy.