Religious Reservations: Constitutional or Political Gimmick?

MS Shanker Of late, the Congress-led Opposition has come under fire for its alleged religious appeasement tactics. The controversy intensified when the All-India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) openly declared its support for the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance—which includes the Congress, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), and Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena faction—in the upcoming Maharashtra…

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Kudos to Harris: Grace in Defeat

Our Political Desk In a spirited display of democratic resilience, Kamala Harris conceded her loss to Republican nominee Donald Trump, promising a smooth transfer of power and embodying the essence of humility in democracy. In a landscape often marked by contentious exits and extended legal battles, Harris’s dignified response highlights the strength of America’s democratic…

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Opposition’s Hopes vs. Ground Reality in Maharashtra Politics

The Congress-led Indian National Democratic Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) faces challenges that go beyond simply winning seats. With dreams that some might call “Mungerilal ke sapne” – illusions untethered from reality – the opposition bloc appears to be betting on scenarios that are unlikely in the current political climate. In Maharashtra, as the Bharatiya Janata Party…

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Will Tamil Actor Vijay’s TVK Break Southern Political Stereotypes?

Our Political Desk Actor Vijay’s recent move into politics with the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has stirred debates over the likelihood of success for his party in a landscape dominated by established Dravidian parties and an increasingly influential BJP. Vijay’s entrance recalls previous attempts by popular actors, including Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth, to break into…

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Is Congress an Anti-Dalit Party?

Our Political Desk The Indian National Congress, one of the oldest political parties in India, has often faced criticism regarding its treatment of Dalit leaders. A recent controversy surrounding a viral video, allegedly circulated by the ruling BJP’s IT cell, has reignited this debate. The video, which has been widely shared and discussed in political…

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