Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:50pm on 01 Jan 2026,Thursday International
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the 112th mayor of New York City in a symbolic early-morning ceremony held at the abandoned City Hall subway station, marking a historic moment in the city’s political history. At 34, Mamdani becomes the youngest mayor, as well as the first Muslim, first South Asian, and first African-born leader of the city. He took the oath on the Quran, emphasizing inclusivity and diversity. A Democratic socialist, Mamdani has pledged to focus on housing affordability, public transport, childcare, and social equity. A larger public inauguration is scheduled later in the day. (PC: The Hindu)
