Eastern states were considered backward earlier, I view them as India’s growth engine: PM Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted on Sunday that his government considers India’s eastern region as the country’s growth engine, while the area was considered backward earlier. Addressing a gathering at the “Odisha Parba” event here, the prime minister said investments of Rs 45,000 crore have been approved within 100 days of the formation…

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What’s Next for the BJP?

MS Shanker The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), leading a coalition government at the Centre for over a decade, has built a reputation as a party perpetually in election mode. No other political entity in India has demonstrated such consistent preparedness. After its recent performances in state elections, political analysts are now speculating whether Delhi is…

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