STORM MAY BREW IN CONGRESS AFTER SHASHI THROOR’S RETURN FROM OUTREACH MISSION
NEW DELHI: While tension on the India-Pak border appears momentarily static, a political storm is brewing within the Congress party over Shashi Tharoor’s prompt acceptance of the Modi government’s invitation to lead an outreach mission. The move has triggered speculation about Tharoor’s future within the party, particularly in Kerala and Delhi, with murmurs suggesting a […]
MODI HAVE AN EYE IN BIHAR POLLS WITH OPERATION SINDOOR
NEW DELHI: The Modi government’s aggressive attempt to leverage the recent military action termed ‘Operation Sindur’ for electoral gains has sparked intense political controversy, with opposition parties accusing the BJP of politicizing national security for votes. The move appears to have backfired, as senior leaders across non-BJP parties have begun closing ranks to counter the […]
UK WORKING WITH US FOR INDIA-PAK PEACE, GOVT CLAIMS NO FOREIGN HAND IN TALKS
From Our Bureau NEW DELHI: 18 May2025, In yet another confirmation of US President Donald Trump’s ceasefire claim, British foreign minister David Lammy has said that the UK is working with the US to ensure “an enduring ceasefire”, “dialogue” and “confidence-building measures” between India and Pakistan, and urged “all sides” to meet their obligations under […]
NCP MERGER TALKS FACE ROADBLOCK
From Our Bureau NEW DELHI: The proposed merger between the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in Maharashtra — one led by veteran leader Sharad Pawar and the other by his nephew and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar — is facing significant challenges as deep-rooted tensions resurface. Despite backchannel negotiations between the Pawar’s, […]
INDIAN AIR FORCE NEEDS STRENGTHENING TO COUNTER CHINA-PAKISTAN NEXUS
NEW DELHI, 15 May 2025: In the wake of rising regional tensions and shifting global power dynamics, India’s foreign policy and strategic framework demand a comprehensive reassessment. With increasing security threats in its neighborhood and the growing influence of China and Pakistan, India faces a critical moment to recalibrate its defence and diplomatic posture. One […]
CONG PRESIDENT SEEKS ALL-PARTY MEETING ON CASTE CENSUS
NEW DELHI: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asking the government to have a dialogue with all political parties on caste-census, even as he urged the Modi Government to follow the Telangana model of caste survey for the national census. He also asked the PM not to “conceal anything” in […]
BIHAR POLITICS HOT UP FOR POLLS AS NDA AND OPPOSITION INDIA ALLIANCE GEAR UP FOR THE TOUGHEST BATTLE OF THE YEAR END
NEW DELHI: 16 April2025: As Bihar gears up for its 2025 Assembly elections, the political landscape is witnessing heightened activity, with both the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) and the rival Congress-led INDIA alliance intensifying their campaigns. The BJP aims to replicate its Maharashtra strategy by establishing a government led solely by its party, while the […]
SC gives three more weeks to Centre, ECI to respond to the challenge to the poll rules amendmen
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court has given another three weeks to the Centre and the Election Commission of India to respond to pleas challenging amendments to the Conduct of Election Rules of 1961, that restrict people’s right to access election-related records. The amendment prevents public inspection of electronic documents, including CCTV footage, webcasting recordings, and […]
Rajasthan Congress Set for Major Overhaul: Sachin Pilot Likely to Lead as Party Bets on Youth
New Delhi: The Congress party in Rajasthan is on the brink of a significant transformation, with the high command signalling a generational shift in leadership. Senior Congress leader and former Deputy Chief Minister Sachin Pilot is emerging as the likely face of the party in the state, as part of a broader strategy to inject […]
INTERNAL STRIFE IN MAHARASHTRA RULING ALLIANCE AHEAD OF MUNICIPAL POLLS
NEW DELHI: A close door meeting recently between Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Union Home Minister Amit Shah has sparked widespread speculation about deepening cracks within the state’s ruling Maha Yuti alliance, just weeks before pivotal municipal elections. Held on April 13 at Mumbai’s Sahyadri Guest House, the closed-door discussion has amplified concerns […]
