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…
MS Shanker A recent US court directive ordering the arrest of Indian business tycoon Gautam Adani has ignited a political storm in India, with the Congress party seizing the opportunity to criticize Prime Minister Narendra Modi and demand immediate action. However, the party’s hasty response—devoid of thorough understanding or verification of facts—appears to be another…
Our Political Desk The northeastern state of Manipur is once again witnessing a surge in violence, and pressure is mounting on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to step in. The Congress-led opposition has been vocal in demanding his visit, arguing that his presence could bring a much-needed shift towards peace. However, the question remains: can even…
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…
Our Political Desk As Maharashtra gears up for its upcoming state assembly elections on November 20, the political landscape appears more fractured than ever. At the center of this turmoil is Uddhav Thackeray, the scion of Bal Thackeray, whose decisions have cast a long shadow over the Shiv Sena’s foundational ideology. Once a bastion of…
MS Shanker The Constitution of India, drafted with great care and vision by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, is being placed under siege by many in the Opposition today. Voices like that of Asaduddin Owaisi, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) leader, and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, echo a growing concern that the BJP-led government is allegedly…
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…
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…
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…
Our Political Desk The upcoming bypoll in Wayanad, scheduled for November 13, has turned into a high-stakes political contest. The seat, previously held by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, became vacant after he chose to retain Rae Bareli in Uttar Pradesh following the 2024 general elections. Rahul’s selection of Wayanad as a “safe” seat in 2024…
