Rahul Gandhi’s speech as LoP marked the return of a vital constitutional post, and also of real political contestation in Parliament. His aggressive speech touched all hot-button issues—political Hinduism, Manipur, farmers’ MSP demand, Agniveer, NEET. It even forced several ministers, including PM Modi, to fight on his turf.
New criminal laws passed without state input, can create GST-like centre-state friction
The new criminal laws were rushed through Parliament without meaningful deliberations. The Centre notified them hurriedly, ignoring requests from relevant stakeholders, especially states, to re-subject them to an informed debate. This calls into question issues of constitutional federalism. Politically, it runs the risk of turning into another GST-like Centre-state friction.
T20 WC showed Virat-Rohit’s contribution to Indian cricket. Tough search opens for next duo
There were apprehensions when Virat and Rohit were selected for T20 WC, with their paths having been rocky. The title-winning match is emblematic of landmark contribution they have made to Indian cricket. As they hang their boots after one final hoorah, a tough search opens for the next dependable duo.