Modi man, ‘lambi race ka ghoda’ — why low-key Bhupendra Patel is BJP’s Gujarat CM pick again
First-time MLA Bhupendra Patel’s elevation as CM came as a shock in 2021. According to BJP sources, the main grouse against him — that he is PM Modi’s ‘puppet’ — is his biggest strength, report Manasi Phadke and Purva Chitnis.
How woman who vanquished Kamal Haasan in Coimbatore became BJP star campaigner in Himachal
By getting Vanathi Srinivasan, national president of BJP Mahila Morcha & known face in Tamil Nadu, to campaign in a northern state, the BJP is trying to gain foothold in the south, reports Unnati Sharma.
Decoding VCK — chief says ‘anti-Manusmriti’ stance benefits all minorities, not just Dalits
Led by Thol. Thirumavalavan, the Tamil Nadu party began as Dalit Panthers Iyyakkam & entered electoral politics in 1999. It has since garnered considerable influence in the state, reports Sowmiya Ashok.
Can women judges do naagin dance at house party? No, only male judges can flex on Instagram
It’s accepted if a male judge lifts weights in a gym, young women judges are forced to present a ‘more acceptable’ version of themselves, writes Jyoti Yadav.
Khehar to Chandrachud—attacks on CJIs show pattern as they assert judiciary’s independence
Newly appointed CJI D.Y. Chandrachud has just had a baptism by fire with individuals targeting him with wild allegations. But a bigger battle awaits him, writes D.K. Singh.
Dividing Indian Air Force would be regrettable. Balakot was demonstration of will and skill
The three armed Services must develop an approach of military management and warfighting in a cohesive manner, with a concern for each other. Rush for Theatre Command won’t work, writes ACM S. Krishnaswamy (Retd.).
G-20(24): How ‘Vishwaguru’ can get new strategic space & Modi another stage in pre-election year
Modi has been balancing India’s interests, playing US & Russia and keeping China off his back. You can trust him to exploit this year-long opening to India’s benefit. And to his own, writes Shekhar Gupta in this week’s ‘National Interest’.